
Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars for these exciting events. Open to all NWALA members and prospective members.

THE NWALA HUDDLE PODCAST LAUNCHES SOON
OCTOBER 1, 2026
WE WELCOME OUR FIRST GUEST
DEB GRAFENTIN


FREE WORKSHOP!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
7-8PM CST
"How to Build a Player-Led Team with Less Drama"
Hosted by Coach AB of Fearless Warrior Mental Training
"If you have ever told your players to 'trust the process' and then realized you never actually gave them a process, this workshop will help fill that gap. I will be walking through the exact systems I use to build player-led teams. Whether you are a high school coach, a travel coach, or an AD trying to support your department, you will walk away with tangible skills to implement." --Coach AB
Mental Performance skills can be trained just like physical skills. Give your athletes real tools they can use to manage stress, play loose, and perform at their best on game day!
Topics covered:
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The Beach Ball analogy that explains why talented players fall apart
under pressure
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Fountains and Drains framework for nipping drama
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Building repeatable processes for your players
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How clapping on the field changed an athlete's entire mental state
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High level strategies for intentional culture before season starts
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
7-8PM CST
SAVE THE DATE!
JULY 26, 2027
NWALA 2026-27 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Location and Time: TBD
Nominate colleagues for recognition in these categories:
Assistant Athletic Director of the Year
Assistant Coach of the Year
Athletic Director of the Year
Athletic Trainer of the Year
Head Coach of the Year
Official of the Year
Under 30/Trailblazer Award
Legacy Award

