Jeff Behrens, Athletic Director at Pewaukee Schools (WI), opens up about a part of the job most people never see—the solitude that comes with leading from behind the scenes. Whether it’s the high of a championship win or the heartbreak of a sectional loss, Behrens reflects on what it means to carry both with humility, without a group to lean on like athletes, coaches, or parents often have. And yet, in the quiet, he finds meaning through the relationships that last beyond the final whistle.
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.
