On Episode 27, Zach sits down with Jake von Scherrer of The Educational AD Podcast to discuss his book and some principles/tools for newer and upcoming athletic directors. Jake talks about his path to becoming and AD and being a major influencer in the AD world. We discuss his membership and active roles in the NIAAA and the FIAAA. Jake discusses being organized, communicate with your administration, and lastly he talks about finding a mentor. You can catch Jake’s connect info at the end of the episode but you can connect with him on Twitter @jakestouchdown and on Facebook as well. You can find “The Athletic Director’s Toolbox” on Amazon. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 26, Zach sits down with Nate Rhine of Grace Christian School in Sanford, NC. They discuss the growth of Grace from 1A to 2A in the NCISAA and the growth of the athletic department and school. They discuss Nate’s recent success and winning the 1A boys soccer state championship. They discuss wearing many hats within the school and balancing being an athletic director and a coach. He discusses the importance of saying “no” and setting boundaries within your faith, job and life. You can connect with Nate on Facebook. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 25 check out Zach's interview with Wesley Sykes of Coach & AD Magazine! Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On episode 24 Zach sits down with Dr. Danielle LaPoint of Ticket Spicket. They discuss how using Ticket Spicket can be beneficial in your athletic program and your school as a whole. Danielle gives some hints at some upcoming things that will be released to make the job of an AD easier! You can connect with Danielle and the others at Ticket Spicket via twitter by following them at @ticket_spicket. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

Zach sits down with Mike Harrison out of Ponte Vedra High School. They reminisce on their first time meeting and begin to discuss building culture in the athletic department. Mike talks about what it is like to take over after someone and how to begin adjusting and adding in his own touches without making massive changes right away. They discuss student athlete awards and the process of giving these awards out throughout the seasons and school year. Mike talks about his recent encounter with the Arizona Cardinals using their facilities for a walk through last week. You can connect with Coach Harrison on twitter and instagram @coachharrison1. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

The Winning Way Podcast is back! On Episode 22 Zach sits down with Seth Kindig of TCD Teams to discuss leadership and developing leaders amongst our teams and within our athletic department. We discuss the 8 workshops that Seth has established for future leaders. Seth discusses the goal of TCD and focuses on helping coaches understand their teams and players and reach their full potential on how to lead them throughout the season. We discuss Seth’s phenomenal note taking skills and how this came about! You can connect with Seth on Twitter @SethKindig and check out his website at tcdteams.com. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 21 we sit down with Pat Flannery for part 2 to discuss fundraising, consulting, growing your organization and hiring coaches. Coach Flannery touches on development and explains how developing relationships are key aspects to grow your program. Pat discusses how you have to step out of your comfort zone when asking for financial aid and donations. Coach Flannery discusses focussing on the long haul and getting donors to look at the big picture. He breaks down the differences between the big and little wins. Coach Flannery discusses hiring of coaches and the process of hiring firms and how they play a major role in athletics. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 20 Zach sits down with Dr. Chris Hobbs, Athletic Director at The King’s Academy in West Palm Beach, FL. During this episode we discuss athletic leadership and how to build a support staff to help AD’s build and lead their athletic department. Chris gives us 2 great suggestions for when you are building a staff. We talk about budgeting, fundraising, and extra revenue for your athletic department. Lastly, we talk about how to incorporate your elementary school and the importance of a “feeder system”. He talks about how the feeder system builds an experience for your students and families. You can connect with Chris on twitter and his blog. His twitter handle is @Dr_ChrisHobbs and his website is bitedownanddontletgo.blogspot.com. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 19 we sit down with Pat Flannery the former Head Coach at Bucknell University. During part 1 with Coach Flannery we discuss his time coaching at the NCAA D3 and D1 level and his big win over Kansas in the NCAA Tournament. Coach Flannery discusses what he misses the most about coaching and talks about what you have to be willing to give up in order to make it to the division 1 level of. We discuss the importance of getting along with the administration in the school to help further the success of the athletic department. He discusses coming from a non-scholarship program to becoming a scholarship program and how that impacted recruiting. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!

On Episode 18 we sit down with Nick and Matt from The Globe Trotting’ AD’s Podcast to learn about what it is like being an AD abroad. We discuss the difference between interscholastic and club sports in Europe. Nick and Matt give a quick COVID update and where their schools and country’s are on the topic of sports being played. They share what sports they offer at their schools and some basic info about their schools. Matt gives a break down of why the NIAAA is important to all AD’s and Tommy gives an impromptu Warrior Culture plug as well! Please check out The Globe Trotting’ AD’s Podcast and their website www.globetrottinads.com. Enjoy this episode and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @thewinningway and feel free to email us any questions, suggestions and comments at [email protected]. Enjoy!