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The podcast is making its third visit to Kentucky. UIAAA Connection #301 – Jackie Duval – Director of Athletics, Fayett...
10/09/2026

The podcast is making its third visit to Kentucky. UIAAA Connection #301 – Jackie Duval – Director of Athletics, Fayette County Public Schools - is now available. In this episode, Jackie shares a fascinating journey from growing up in Frankfort, Kentucky, as the daughter of a college basketball coach to becoming a leader in athletic administration. A standout athlete, she scored more than 1000 points in basketball in her senior year while dominating the 400-meter race and winning a state championship every year of high school. She continued her track career at the University of Kentucky, earning a degree in Communications, before beginning her athletic administration career at Kentucky State University. Jackie discusses how NIL and the transfer landscape have amplified the athlete’s voice and changed the profession. Her advice is simple: stay adaptable, pivot quickly when needed, and never allow adult problems to negatively affect student-athletes.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiH
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The podcast is making its 15th visit to Indiana. UIAAA Connection #299 – Phil Rison, CMAA, Executive Director, National...
09/25/2026

The podcast is making its 15th visit to Indiana. UIAAA Connection #299 – Phil Rison, CMAA, Executive Director, National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association – is now available. Phil is the first four-time guest on the podcast, and he brings plenty of updates from the NIAAA office. He introduces new staff members Emily Morris and April Haffner, along with summer intern Landon Dennison, grandson of former Executive Director Bruce Whitehead. Phil shares highlights from a productive summer Board meeting and the September Coordinators’ Summit, along with insights from his travels to Section Meetings. He also celebrates NIAAA membership surpassing 17,000 and certification averaging about 100 athletic directors per month. Phil recaps recent conferences in Tampa, Orlando, and Austin, previews Phoenix, and looks ahead to Kansas City and the NIAAA’s 50th conference. His unique journey includes service as a Board member, Board President, and now Executive Director.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiH
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The podcast is making another visit to Salt Lake County. UIAAA Connection #298 – Dan Cowan, CMAA, Retired Director of A...
09/18/2026

The podcast is making another visit to Salt Lake County. UIAAA Connection #298 – Dan Cowan, CMAA, Retired Director of Athletics – West Jordan H S – is now available. Dan Cowan reflects on a distinguished career dedicated to educational athletics and leadership. Growing up in Salt Lake City, he excels as a three-sport athlete at South High School before attending the University of Utah, where he played four seasons of basketball under legendary coach Jack Gardner. As one of the pioneers of the UIAAA, Dan champions the value of professional development and certification, becoming the first Utahn and one of the first 40 individuals in the nation to earn the CMAA designation. He emphasizes the importance of family, reminds listeners that the public rarely understands the full scope of an athletic director's responsibilities, and encourages leaders to love their students and coaches, keep meticulous records, and remain objective when working with parents.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiH
This podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

The podcast is making its first visit to Rhode Island. UIAAA Connection #297 – Elizabeth “Beth” Penkala, CMAA - Executi...
09/11/2026

The podcast is making its first visit to Rhode Island. UIAAA Connection #297 – Elizabeth “Beth” Penkala, CMAA - Executive Director Rhode Island Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association - is now available. Beth reflects on a career shaped by leadership, innovation, and a passion for educational athletics. Raised in Rhode Island, she competed during the early years of Title IX, specializing in the shot put and discus before graduating from Warren High School. Beth credits her parents and coaches as the mentors who inspire her commitment to excellence. She discusses the growing influence of artificial intelligence over the past decade and explains why online ticketing has become essential for today's athletic programs. Beth also speaks with deep admiration for Rhode Island legends Mike Lunney, the late Allen Huestis, and former RIAAA Executive Director Elaine Botelho. Her advice: stay ahead of the job and communicate effectively with every stakeholder.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiH
This podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

The podcast is making its second visit to Michigan. UIAAA Connection #296 – Kevin Guzzo, CMAA, Director of Athletics – ...
09/04/2026

The podcast is making its second visit to Michigan. UIAAA Connection #296 – Kevin Guzzo, CMAA, Director of Athletics – St. Josephs H S – is now available. Kevin proudly shared his roots as a "Yooper," growing up in the small Upper Peninsula community of Bessemer, Michigan. After earning a mathematics degree from Western Michigan University, he built a career dedicated to educational athletics and leadership. Kevin emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance while reminding listeners that high school athletics never truly pauses during the summer months. He reflects on lessons learned from respected Michigan mentors and experiences gained at the recent conference in Tampa. His advice encouraged athletic directors to leave their desks, build genuine relationships with student-athletes, remember their purpose, and prioritize personal well-being because effective leadership begins with taking care of yourself.
https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiH
This podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.
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