Author: Erich Frombach

OIAAA Sponsor Spotlight: The Equipment Guys

Video: Athens Football and Weight Room

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Port Clinton High School Weight Room Project

The weight room at Port Clinton High School was renovated as part of a district-wide strategic plan for our facilities. In addition to a new middle school and elementary school buildings, the high school classrooms are on a renovation schedule, receiving the latest technology to prepare our students for the 21st century. The weight room is home to our student athletes who do not compete at True Lay Stadium as there is an off-campus facility for football and track at the stadium. Our future goal is to utilize the PCHS weight room as part of our Wellness initiative to promote a healthy lifestyle for our staff and community.

The primary idea behind the design of the weight room was to create multiple stations in a limited space to effectively and efficiently train our athletes during their sports seasons, and in the off-season. The approach was “less is more”. The space is only 60 feet x 19 feet, and we wanted to be able to train 20+ athletes without the obstacles of bulky equipment. To accomplish this we chose four 850 Premium Half Racks with band attachments, twisters, dip bar attachments, and boxes for a multitude of ground based lifts with varying types of resistance. We added a single Fat Bar Connections between the racks which can be used as an additional training area for pull ups and Jungle Gym attachment.

A major focus of our training program is to prevent injury, and prepare our athletes to perform during competition. We believe in a balanced training program. Every push exercise must be accompanied by a pull exercise to create muscular balance across the joints. That is why we added three Lat Pull Down with Low Row machines, and three Glute Ham Raises as the only other machines and free weight equipment in our weight room. This gives us the ability to combine both push and pull exercises during training to maximize the limited time that sports teams have to lift during a sports season. We believe a strength and conditioning program during the season is just as important as the program in the off season. Weight training during the season is a major emphasis and we expect our coaches make it a main component of weekly practice plans.

To complement our core lifts we added two 8 foot, three tier Dumbbell Racks and two Med Ball/Kettle Bell racks full of free weights for a variety of multi-functional exercises. We also added two sets of stackable plyo boxes. Our Dumbbells, Medicine Balls, and Kettle Bells are all in multiples of four so our athletes can train with the weight they need, not the weight that is available. Once again the multiples of weights allows our athletes to reduce down time during training to maximize both practice time and training session time.

The last component of our weight room transformation, but is the most noticeable it the flooring and the finishing touches to our equipment. We chose Everlast Ultra Tile for the floor and added red tile to designate lifting stations for each rack. We added red accents to our 850 half racks to match the paint finish on our walls. The final accent to our racks are the rack banners with our school name and logo that were designed by the people at The Equipment Guys. The Equipment Guys did an amazing job of turning my vision of the banners into a reality.

I would like to thank the Equipment Guys on behalf of the Port Clinton City School District for the work they put in to help create our new weight facility. Their expertise was evident when it came to choosing the equipment, weights, accessories, and even color schemes. We have had many faculty members, students, and community members comment on the improved functionality and appearance of the space. Thank you for all your hard work.

Thanks,

Phil Fought

Strength and Conditioning Coordinator

Assistant Football Coach

Throws Coach Track and Field

FOUR SCHOOLS TAPPED FOR FIRST “Award of Excellence”

Four Ohio high school athletic departments have been selected to receive the

first Annual “Award of Excellence” recognition in 2015. The award, a

collaboration between the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) and

the Ohio Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (OIAAA),

recognizes schools that provide exemplary support and promotion of

education-based athletic programming in their school and community.

Recipients of the inaugural award include:

Gilmour Academy (Gates Mill, OH); Jeff Walrich, athleticadministrator
Kilbourne HS (Worthington, OH); Jeff Todd, athletic administrator
Ottawa Hills HS (Toledo, OH); Tim Erickson, athletic administrator
Streetsboro HS (Streetsboro, OH); Randy Tevepaugh, athletic administrator

The focus of the award is to recognize on-going and consistent efforts on

the part of Ohio interscholastic athletic departments that demonstrate best

practice in the endorsement and promotion of education-based athletic

programming. Specifically, this award recognizes schools that demonstrate

intentional efforts to shift the culture of school-based sport programs as

an on-going process.

Dr. Dan Ross, Commissioner of the OHSAA, Jerry Snodgrass, Assistant

Commissioner of the OHSAA and Bruce Brown, Executive Director of the OIAAA

issued the following joint statement on the inaugural presentation of the

award: “Ohio interscholastic athletic programs have always been considered

some of the most exemplary programs in the country in reflecting the value

our schools and communities place upon education-based sports. The

recipients of the ‘Award of Excellence” have demonstrated a consistent and

intentional plan to keep the focus of their sport programs upon delivering

life-long skills for all participants and mirroring the educational mission

of their respective institutions.”

The OHSAA and the OIAAA believe there are several benchmarks which identify

quality, education-based athletic programs:

School athletic programs are inherently educational
School athletic programs compliment the educational experience
School athletic programs enhance the educational mission of theschool
School athletic programs serve as an extension of the academicclassroom
School athletic programs teach life lessons not regularly available in the academic classroom
School athletic programs have courts, fields, tracks, pools and courses as teaching classrooms

Award recipients will be honored during the 2015 Ohio Boys State Basketball

Championships (March 26-28) at the Schottenstein Center on the campus of The

Ohio State University. For additional details on the “Award of Excellence”

criteria, go to:

http://oiaaa2.wpengine.com/news/2015/01/06/oiaaa-and-ohsaa-launch-award-of-excellence/

Athletic Administrator Assessment Tool

Over the past year, the OIAAA has been asked if we recommend an assessment tool of an athletic administrator by administrative peers. We recognize that many of our Ohio athletic directors also serve as assistant principals and may be under OPES evaluative criteria.

On the following link, you will find an evaluative tool that is designed specifically for the school athleticadministrator. The benchmarks for this assessment come directly from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators brochure, “A Profile of Athletic Administration” (you can view this brochure at the following link: http://digital.turn-page.com/i/281413).

Athletic Administrators Effectiveness Rubric

AD Assessment Scoresheet

If you have trouble downloading the two attached documents, we will soon have them posted on our new “A.D. Toolbox” webpage at www.oiaaa2.wpengine.com.

Spring LTC Webinars – Limited Space Available

We are pleased to announce that the NIAAA will be webinar teaching LTC 501, 502, 504, 506, 508, 614, 721 and 723 via the internet in the spring of 2015. The athletic administrator will be able to view the course from the convenience of their home or office. Administrators will also have the opportunity to pose live questions and the class can be divided into discussion groups with the capability of receiving reports from each groups. What better way to take a class? There will be no travel time and no travel costs (gas, meals or lodging).

Our suggestion would be to use the computer that is connected to the greatest bandwidth (DSL, Cable or T-1 line) which could be at your school if you do not have high speed internet connection at home. However you can get the broadcast with a 56K / dial up modem. The only issue here is that this type of internet connection will be slower since pictures/PowerPoint take longer to download. You will also need sound card, speakers and microphone on your computer in order to hear the instructor and participate in conversation and ask questions.

Equipment Needed:
Personal Computer with internet access, sound card, speakers and microphone.

LTC 501 Tuesdays March 24 and March 31
LTC 502 Tuesdays April 7 and April 14
LTC 504 Mondays March 23 and March 30
LTC 506 Thursdays March 26 and April 2
LTC 508 Thursdays April 9 and April 16
LTC 614 Wednesdays April 8 and April 15
LTC 721 Wednesdays March 25 and April 1
LTC 723 Mondays April 13 and April 20

Course Times:
The Courses will be taught by experienced faculty. Each class will be a 120 minute session, taught on two consecutive Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings, 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Eastern Time.

Registration:

The NIAAA has estabilshed $125.00 for each webinar course for NIAAA members and $155 for each course for non-members. To pay by paper from please contact Sarvin@niaaa.org. PLEASE REVIEW INFORMATION (BELOW, IN RED) FOR DATA ABOUT MEMBERSHIP AND REGISTRATION.

Registration deadline for 501, 504, 506 and 721 will be March 9, 2015 .

Registration deadline for 502, 508, 614 and 723 will be March 23, 2015.
Classes will be limited to a maximum of 25 students. Course manuals will be sent to you prior to the first class.

Certificates and Missed Classes:
Once both classes have been completed you will receive via email the course survey and instruction on how to print your LTC Certificate. You must be able to participate in both sessions in order to receive credit for completing the course and receive a certificate of completion. If you must miss one of the two sessions, you will be required to view the recording of the missed session in order to receive the certificate of completion. All sessions will be recorded and available for viewing.
PLEASE CONTACT SHANNON ARVIN AT 317-587-1450 OR SARVIN@NIAAA.ORG IF YOU NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE!

ALL NIAAA MEMBERS MUST SIGN INTO THEIR PROFILE PRIOR TO REGISTERING FOR NIAAA WEBINAR CLASSES.

SELECT HOME PAGE THEN IN TOP HAND CORNER SELECT LOG IN!

ENTER USER NAME AND PASSWORD.

ONCE LOGGED INTO YOUR PROFILE PLEASE SELECT REGISTER FOR WEBINAR CLASSES UNDER THE CALENDER.

ALL NON-MEMBERS MUST BECOME A NIAAA MEMBER OR REGISTER AS A NON-MEMBER IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR NIAAA WEBINAR CLASSES.

TO REGISTER AS A MEMBER OR NON-MEMBER:
GO TO HOME PAGE

IN THE RIGHT HAND CORNER SELECT REGISTER
SELECT APPROPRIATE MEMBER TYPE OR IF YOU ARE REGISTERING AS A NON-MEMBER
SELECT NON-MEMBER.

FOLLOW ALL STEP BY STEP DIRECTION.

ONCE YOU COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION AS A MEMBER/NON-MEMBER
MAKE SURE YOU ARE SIGNED IN TO YOUR PROFILE.

ONCE LOGGED INTO YOUR PROFILE
PLEASE SELECT REGISTER FOR WEBINARS CLASSES UNDER THE CALENDER.

“WHY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT?”

Bruce Brown, CMAA, CIC

Executive Director, OIAAA

As interscholastic athletic administrators, we each found a different pathway to our professional position. We may have started (or still continue) to coach a sport and have chosen to stay engaged with the school-based sport culture. Some of us possibly aspire to the opportunities within school administration and the athletic office provides a gateway occasion to pursue management.

Regardless of the trail we followed, we continue to ponder the questions of “why” and “how” we choose to address professional development related to our career. The choices we make in this matter will impact not only the future steps we take vocationally, but can likely impact the passion, focus and attainment of any goals we establish for ourselves.

As with any position, one’s decision to go “all in” or take a tepid, toe-dipping approach will have significant influence on personal growth and skill development as an athletic administrator. One of the most exhilarating aspects of this title (athletic director) is the opportunity to “coach coaches”. To best prepare yourself to provide this type of leadership, the quality athletic administrator makes a commitment to become a continuous learner of all facets of interscholastic athletics.

Certainly, creating a strong network with colleagues and other successful interscholastic athletic administrators is a viable and healthy resource. As is often shared among the “A.D. culture”, there is not much anyone can explain to a new athletic director to fully prepare for the task at hand. The best learning is the on-the-job training that comes daily by simply walking in the office door. However, creating solid communication lines with peers and mentors will always be the first source for every-day survival!

Planning a learning curve, however, is something that should be an intentional part of every athletic director’s modus operandi. Much like when we create practice plans for our teams or our classrooms, having a framework to follow and then expand with knowledge typically leads to growth. Making the decision to grow professionally is the FIRST resolution that great athletic directors, regardless of their years of experience, make to become the best they can be!

As with many professions today, the landscape continually shifts and transforms around interscholastic athletics. Some of these adjustments are driven by the fast pace of technology while some of our most recent shifts have occurred through local and state legislation. As we observe those that we admire professionally, it Is typically the individuals who are current and “on top of their game” that we tend to consult and seek out for ideas, direction and mentoring. These are often the same people who are growing and learning about the nuances of their craft and remain connected to the pulse of interscholastic athletics.

Conversely, innovative and progressive athletic directors tend to gravitate away from those who spend their time admiring the problem or lamenting the “old days”. Ultimately, becoming the professional that you most aspire to be like adopting to our ever-changing landscape is the challenge of professional development.

The OIAAA, in collaboration with the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) and the National Federation for High School Associations (NFHS), provides a myriad training and support opportunities for professional development in education-based athletics. These learning situations come in a wide array of delivery options:

· Annual OIAAA State Athletic Directors Conference & Workshop (November)

· Leadership Training Courses—taught at the State Conference

· Leadership Training Courses—taught at District Conferences

· Leadership Training Courses—taught online

· Leadership Training Courses—taught via webinars

· District Workshops and Conferences

· OIAAA website resources and links (www.oiaaa2.wpengine.com)

· New Athletic Directors Workshop (coming in August, 2015)

· New Athletic Directors Webinars (monthly beginning in August, 2015)

· New Athletic Directors Mentoring Program (beginning in September, 2015)

· Coach Education—taught online through www.NFHSlearn.com

Training from the Leadership Training Institute courses additionally can lead to enhanced professional certification through the NIAAA. Designations can be achieved at the following levels:

· RAA: Registered Athletic Administrator

· RMSAA: Registered Middle School Athletic Administrator

· PCAA: Provisional Certified Athletic Administrator

· CAA: Certified Athletic Administrator

· CMAA: Certified Master Athletic Administrator

For additional information on Leadership Training Courses and national certification, visit:

http://oiaaa2.wpengine.com/professional-development/ltc-seminars/

For additional information on Coach Education and certification, visit:

http://oiaaa2.wpengine.com/professional-development/coach-education/

Through professional development and continuous growth, we demonstrate to our colleagues and stakeholders that we value development far beyond the “Xs and Os”. Today’s stakeholders (coaches, parents, student, administrators, community) have increased expectations that school and program leaders are at their best by preparing completely for their assignment. By intentionally advancing one’s professional understanding and knowledge, we clearly underscore the significance of continuous improvement for those who impact our students.

A friend of mine, Kevin Bryant, CMAA, a successful athletic director at several high schools in Oregon, has recently written a wonderful primer for future and current athletic administrators: “The Athletic Director Survival Guide” (available throughwww.HSADHELP.com).

In one of his chapters, he reflects upon his desire to increase his preparation for his coaches, students and community as an athletic director. He wrote, “……I remember having several conversations with an A.D. in our league, whom I respected, who kept saying he did not need letters behind his name to prove anything.”

“I would agree with him, however that was not my motivation for pursuing these certifications. Instead, knowledge and effectiveness were my motivations. I wanted to become the best interscholastic athletic administrator I could possibly become.”

Regardless of your personal and professional blueprint, seek to become one of the very best in what you do through your professional development plan. The OIAAA is your conduit to assist your growth!

Interscholastic Coach Professional Training

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The Ohio Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (OIAAA), as the leading proponent for interscholastic athletic administrators’ and interscholastic coaches’ training and professional development, has released recent statistics indicating Ohio’s continued advancement on a national scale.

The OIAAA has worked closely with the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) and the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) in the promoting and providing of leadership training courses for interscholastic coaches. Each of these organizations have additionally collaborated with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) to proactively develop certification programs for coaches in Ohio.

Coach Education and Certification:

For interscholastic coaches, Ohio was one of the nation’s first states to include instructional coursework related specifically to education-based, interscholastic athletic coaching. The NFHS’ “Fundamentals of Coaching” course was added to the requirements for coach licensure in 2008 and remains one of the key components for certification in Ohio. More recently, Ohio added the NFHS’ “Concussion in Sport” course as an annual course requirement for all interscholastic and youth coaches and officials. Since April of 2013 (when the Concussion course was required by Ohio law), Ohio has led the country in Concussion courses with over 171,166 courses completed!

Ohio has additionally been a national leader in the number of interscholastic coaches who have become nationally certified through the NFHS Certification Program. Currently, there are two levels of coach certification: Accredited Interscholastic Coach (AIC) and Certified Interscholastic Coach (CIC). The AIC level of accreditation was initiated in 2009 with the CIC level being launched in July of 2014.

The AIC certification includes the following coursework:

· NFHS “Fundamentals of Coaching”

· NFHS “First Aid and Safety for Coaches”

· NFHS “Concussion in Sport” (no cost)

· One NFHS sport-specific course

The CIC certification includes these additional courses:

· NFHS “Creating a Safe and Respectful Environment” (no cost)

· NFHS “Engaging Effectively with Parents” (no cost)

· NFHS “Sportsmanship” (no cost)

· NFHS “Strength and Conditioning”

· NFHS “Teaching and Modeling Behavior”

· To elective courses

In Ohio (through December 31, 2014), there are 845 coaches who have achieved AIC status with another 20 having received CIC certification. There are over 14,000 interscholastic coaches nationally who have achieved AIC status. Uniontown Lake High School (Stark County) currently leads the state in AIC-certified coaches with 19 coaches.

On a national level, Ohio ranks fifth in the country with the number of nationally-certified interscholastic coaches. States that have more AIC coaches than Ohio:

· Arkansas: 2,593

· Arizona: 1,228

· Maryland: 951

· California: 888

Both the OIAAA and the OHSAA have been strong advocates for continuous, professional growth of interscholastic coaches. As the ultimate goal of coaches in the education-based setting is to prepare students for life after high school, such on-going training is essential and necessary. The OIAAA and the OHSAA clearly underscore this premise with their support of the NFHS training programs.

“Coaching is a profession, and training is required in any type of profession”, states Dan Schuster, Director of Coach Education for the NFHS. “In this case, training is essential because new coaches, along with our experienced coaches, are working with and attempting to influence young people in positive ways. The most successful mentors, whether they are coaches, lawyers, electricians or accountants, are those who regularly continue their quest to learn more.”

For additional information on Coach Education and the AIC and CIC certifications, visit: http://nfhslearn.com/

Athletic Administrator Professional Training

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The OIAAA has worked closely with the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) in the promoting and providing of leadership training courses for both interscholastic coaches and athletic administrators. Each of these organizations have additionally collaborated with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) to proactively develop certification programs and promote professional accreditation for athletic administrators in Ohio.

Athletic Administration Training and Certification:

For athletic administrators, the OIAAA and the NIAAA have provided a series of training courses via the Leadership Training Institute (LTI). This program of professional development was initiated in 1995 by the NIAAA and was granted full registration by the National Certification Commission of North Central Accreditation in October of 2001. The North Central Accreditation is the same body that accredits secondary schools and their respective curricula throughout the United States.

There are five levels of certification for interscholastic athletic administrators:

· Registered Athletic Administrator (RAA)

· Registered Middle School Athletic Administrator (RMSAA)

· Provisional Certified Athletic Administrator (PCAA)

· Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA)

· Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA)

Each level of certification requires completion of various combinations of the LTI courses. There are currently 39 courses available through Leadership Training with each course providing a minimum of four (4) hours of “seat time”.

Currently in Ohio, the following certifications are active:

· RAAs: 92

· CAAs: 172

· CMAAs: 17

Leadership Training courses for interscholastic athletic administrators are available through several opportunities. The OIAAA offers several LTI courses at their Annual State Conference (held in Columbus, OH) in November of each year. Additionally, several OIAAA district associations will offer courses throughout the year, usually as part of District Workshops held in the spring of each year.

Athletic directors can also take courses via webinars (two, 2-hour classes) and online via Ohio University or the University of Maine. For information about online and webinar course access, visit: http://www.niaaa.org/niaaa-programs/leadership-training-institute/niaaa-online-courses-webinars/.

“The training and continuous learning opportunities for our member athletic administrators is the number one objective of our Ohio Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association”, states OIAAA Executive Director, Bruce Brown. “We want our member schools and their respective administrative teams to realize that we have nationally-accredited training available to those people charged with overseeing the interscholastic athletic program. Because of the unique nature and challenges involved with education-based athletics, there are critical skill-sets that need to be mastered for the efficient and successful operation of such programming. The professional development and learning opportunities offered through the OIAAA and the Leadership Training courses are valuable investments for the school athletic administrator.”

Many Ohio school districts have begun including a minimal requirement of CAA or CMAA certification (or the ability to obtain within a period of time) of candidates for Director of Athletics/Activities and similar openings. As more school districts seek skilled staff to minimize turnover in athletic department personnel, evidence of training in education-based athletic management has become essential. Professional development workshops and conferences provide critical skill training for enhancement of the interscholastic athletic experiences for students and associated stakeholders.

For additional information regarding Leadership Training courses and other professional development opportunities for athletic administrators, visit the following links:

http://www.niaaa.org/niaaa-programs/niaaa-certification-program/

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Ohio Athletic Administrators Association Experiences Growth in 2014

January 12, 2015

From: Bruce Brown

OIAAA Executive Director

RE: Ohio Athletic Administrators Association Experiences Growth in 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!

The Ohio Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (OIAAA) experienced significant growth and achievement as the state’s key professional development resource for education-based athletic administrators during 2014. The OIAAA, founded in 1956, has been the primary association for serving training and education needs of Ohio school athletic directors in over 1,400 high school and middle schools across the state.

During the course of 2014, OIAAA membership reached an all-time high of 480 members with nearly 400 of those members holding dual OIAAA and National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) memberships. For the second straight year, the OIAAA received a national commendation from the NIAAA for continued membership growth.

At the 2014 State OIAAA Conference for Athletic Directors (held November 16, 17 & 18 in Columbus), over 350 registrations established an all-time high for conference attendees. Additionally, nearly 70 business vendors exhibited during the state conference with nearly 25 additional vendors turned away due to capacity vendor spaces being filled.

“As we have created increased value and rigor in our professional development agenda over these past few years, we have seen our state schools respond by ever-increasing attendance at the event”, stated Executive Director, Bruce Brown. “Our association continues to be committed to provide best practices and training to our ever-challenging interscholastic athletic landscape in Ohio schools.”

For additional highlights from the 2014 OIAAA State Conference, links to conference presentations and listings of conference award winners, go to http://oiaaa2.wpengine.com/highlights-from-the-2014-oiaaa-conference/ on the www.oiaaa2.wpengine.com website.

This past year also provided a strong OIAAA presence at the NIAAA National Athletic Directors Conference, held on December 12-16 in Washington, D.C. This annual convention brings well over 2,000 interscholastic athletic administrators from all over the continental United States in what is considered the “best of show” for presentations, discussions and leadership training sessions relative to the education-based athletic setting. At the 2014 national conference, the OIAAA was represented prominently:

· Seven OIAAA members taught courses in the highly accredited Leadership Training Institute for conference attendees

· Six OIAAA members currently sit on four NIAAA national committees

· Five OIAAA members presented or facilitated national conference presentations

· One OIAAA member received an NIAAA national award (second year in a row an OIAAA member received national recognition).

For a complete listing of Ohio’s National Conference representation along with photos from the 2014 NIAAA National Conference, go to the following link: http://oiaaa2.wpengine.com/news/2014/12/27/national-conference-ohio-well-represented-in-maryland/.

Spring Webinar Dates Set for Leadership Training Courses

The OIAAA is pleased to announce that the NIAAA will be webinar teaching LTC 501, 502, 504, 506, 508, 614, 721 and 723 via the internet in the spring of 2015. The athletic administrator will be able to view the course from the convenience of their home or office. Administrators will also have the opportunity to pose live questions and the class can be divided into discussion groups with the capability of receiving reports from each groups. What better way to take a class? There will be no travel time and no travel costs (gas, meals or lodging).

Course Times
The Courses will be taught by experienced faculty. Each class will be a 120 minute session, taught on two consecutive Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings.

501	Tuesdays March 24 and March 31
502	Thursdays April 7 and April 14
504	Mondays March 23 and March 30
506	Thursdays March 26 and April 2
508	Thursdays April 9 and April 16
614	Wednesdays April 8 and April 15
721	Wednesday March 25 and April 1
723	Mondays April 13 and April 20

All classes will run 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Eastern Time

Registration
The NIAAA has established a fee of $125 for NIAAA Members and a Fee of $155 for each course for Non-Members. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Registration deadline for 501, 504, 506 and 721 will be March 9, 2015 .

Registration deadline for 502, 508, 614 and 723 will be March 23, 2015 .

Classes will be limited to a maximum of 25 students. Course manuals will be sent to you prior to the first class.

Please contact Shannon Arvin at sarvn@niaaa.org or (317) 587-1450 for manual paper registration form. Additional information can be found at the following link:

http://www.niaaa.org/2048-2/

National Conference: Ohio well represented in Maryland

Ohio has become increasingly involved with NIAAA events and actions. At the 2014 NADC in Maryland, the following OIAAA members were active with conference events:

LTI:

Tim Erickson (OIAAA President): Course co-chair and instructor for the new LTI 626 (“Effects of Alcohol, Chemicals and Nutrition on Body and Performance”)
Jon Payne: Instructor for LTI 502
Phil Poggi (OIAAA District Rep and Vendor Chair): Instructor for LTI 619
Dave Bell: Instructor for LTI 608
Glen Gillespie (Ohio LTI Coordinator): Course co-chair and instructor for LTI 608
Jeff Kurtz: Instructor for LTI 625
Bruce Brown (OIAAA Executive Director): Course co-chair and instructor for LTI 723

Committee Work:

Glen Gillespie, Publications Committee
Paul Moses, Certification Committee
Matt Shomper, Certification Committee
Bruce Brown, Certification Committee, Coaches Education Committee Vice-Chair
Jon Payne, Certification Committee (joins in 2015)
Tom Nerl, Awards Committee

Presenters and Facilitators:

Jerry Snodgrass (OHSAA), Co-Presenter: “Using Your Website to Promote Athletics”
Bruce Brown, Presenter: “Coach Assessments”
Dr. James Onate (Ohio State University): “Medical Emergency Action Plan” & “Specialization”
Tom Nerl, Facilitator
Scott Stemple, Facilitator

Section 2 Representative:

Matt Shomper (joins NIAAA Board in Orlando)

National Recognitions:

Glen Gillespie, “Distinguished Service Award”

Author: Erich Frombach

Registration The NIAAA has established a fee of $125 for NIAAA Members and a Fee of $155 for each course for Non-Members. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FEBRUARY 1, 2015

Registration
The NIAAA has established a fee of $125 for NIAAA Members and a Fee of $155 for each course for Non-Members. REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON FEBRUARY 1, 2015