Matt Ryder, Director of Athletics for Maine South (Ill.) High School shares his candid reflection on the challenges of leadership in a new environment. Looking back to his first year on the job in 2020, he highlights the struggle between wanting to be liked and staying true to his intuition.
Unifying Athletic Department Culture
When high school athletic directors clearly define values, communicate consistently, and align coaches under one vision, it turns separate teams into one thriving department.
