Special Events

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Guest Activities

Make sure to join us for a Guest Welcome Reception at the Austin Marriott Downtown on Saturday, December 14 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

The Guest Breakfast will be held on Sunday, December 15 at 9 a.m. at the Austin Marriott Downtown. Entertainment will be provided by the THSADA Host Committee.

NIAAA Sports Facilities Educational Seminar

Saturday, December 14, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Don't miss the chance to tour the facilities of a local high school and hear from many NIAAA sponsors – including Tencate, Hellas, Daktronics, Hudl, and Musco Lighting. They'll present on the most up to date technologies you can take advantage of to improve your athletic program!

Location: Austin Convention Center

Cost: $25

NIAAA Endowment Golf Tournament

Saturday, December 14, 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Buses depart at 6:30 a.m.

Cost: $130

Location: Grey Rock Golf Club

Included: Breakfast and golf

"Give & Take"

Monday, December 16, 2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

ADs with 1-3 years of Experience
District School and/or Urban AD
Private/Faith Based School AD
Middle School AD
Multi-Duty/Rural School AD
Charter/Independent School AD

"Talking & Trading" I

Saturday, December 14, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Addressing Tragedies in an Athletic Environment
Appropriate Coach/Athlete Communication in the Digital Age
Artificial Intelligence Sharing of Tools
Female Athletic Administrators Forum
Title IX Updates
"What Keeps You Up At night? Grass Roots Stresses, Shared National Concerns, and Recognition We Need Mental Health Support"

"Talking & Trading" II

Tuesday, December 17, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Appropriate Coach/Athlete Communication in the Digital Age
Dealing With Challenging Personalities
Female Athletic Administrators Forum
Managing Professional Growth Plans
Marketing and Promoting Your School
"What Keeps You Up At night? Grass Roots Stresses, Shared National Concerns, and Recognition We Need Mental Health Support"

Sports Law Year-in-Review

Tuesday, December 17, 10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

An examination of the key 2023 federal and state court case rulings, legislative acts, administrative agency decisions, and other legal pronouncements impacting scholastic athletics programs.

Speaker: Tom Horn, CAA