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Aug 05 2017

Episode 019: IHSAA Commissioner Bobby Cox

Bobby Cox is the Commissioner of the Indiana High School Athletic Association. He became the 8th commissioner in Indiana history when he took the reigns in 2011. Prior to that appointment, he had served as assistant commissioner since 2000 administering the sports of football, boys’ golf, boys’ and girls’ track and field, and wrestling.  Previously, Cox was a member of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Football Rules Committee serving as the Chairman of the Research subcommittee from 2008-2011. Additionally, Cox served as a member of the NFHS Coaches’ Education committee from 2002-2006 and as an advisor to the Commission on Sports Medicine of the Indiana State Medical Association. Prior to joining the IHSAA, Cox had spent the previous 21 years as a teacher, coach, and athletic administrator in the Carmel Clay Schools.
In today’s episode, we discuss:
  • What parents can do to help develop their kids
  • Common traits that the best coaches share
  • The future of high school sports

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Books, Resources, and Links Mentioned in the Podcast

Bobby Cox Twitter: @Cox_Bobby

Bobby Cox Email: bcox@ihsaa.org

IHSAA Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

IHSAA Websites: www.ihsaa.org | www.ihsaafoundation.org | www.ihsaatv.org

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by Simon Sinek

InSideOut Coaching: How Sports Can Transform Lives by Joe Ehrmann


Bobby Cox in Action


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