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Contacts Coaching PodcastAuthor: Justin Clymo
The CONTACTS Coaches Podcast is a digital database of coaching where Coach and Athletic Director Justin Clymo discusses the various aspects of coaching, leadership and life with those he has met along the way. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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From Coach to Athletic Director: Leadership and Lessons Learned with John Hoye
Episode 282
Wednesday, 11 February, 2026
Join us in this episode of the Contacts Coaching Podcast as we sit down with John Hoy, Athletic Director at the John Cooper School and President of the Southwest Preparatory Conference. John shares his journey from growing up in Wisconsin and coaching basketball at LSU to his current roles in Texas. He dives into the challenges and triumphs of leading at both high school and college levels, the importance of multi-sport participation, and the evolving landscape of youth sports. Learn about his strategies for effective communication, building a strong athletic culture, and finding the right coaches. Whether you're an aspiring coach or a seasoned athletic director, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.00:00 Introduction and Guest Background04:07 Journey from Wisconsin to LSU07:30 Transition to Coaching and College Experience11:59 From College to High School Athletics18:30 Challenges and Benefits of Multi-Sport Participation22:23 The Value of High School Sports26:16 Navigating Adversity in Team Sports27:31 Encouraging Cross-Disciplinary Learning28:23 Building a Strong Coaching Staff31:08 Effective Communication Strategies36:22 Leadership and Collaboration in Athletics38:13 Supporting Inexperienced Coaches43:48 Reflecting on Personal and Professional Growth


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