Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association

The podcast is making another visit to Northern Utah. UIAAA Connection #287 – Shanna Hales, Assistant Director of Athletics – Box Elder High School – is now available. Shanna grew up in Duchesne, Utah, where she competed as a four-sport athlete in volleyball, track, softball, and basketball. She later attended Southern Utah University, known as “The Coaching Factory,” and spent three years throwing the javelin. During the podcast, Shanna shares thoughtful insights about failure, emphasizing that growth and learning often emerge from difficult moments. She also reflects on the powerful influence educators and coaches can have on even one student’s life. Alongside professional responsibilities, she balances life as the mother of twins. Her advice encourages leaders to remember why they accepted the position, prioritize time with student-athletes, and intentionally schedule vacations to maintain balance and renewal.
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The podcast is making another visit to Cashe Valley. UIAAA Connection #286 – Kevin Andersen, Director of Athletics – Mt. Crest High School – is now available. Kevin spent his early years in Grace, Idaho, before moving during his freshman year and eventually graduating from Mountain Crest High School, where he now serves at his alma mater. His professional journey began at Bear Lake High School in Montpelier, Idaho, followed by stops at Ogden and Sky View before returning home to Mountain Crest. Kevin shares an interesting family connection to basketball history, noting that NBA legend Dick Motta coached his father at Grace High School, while his dad also competed alongside longtime Jazz assistant Phil Johnson. His advice encourages athletic directors to ask questions freely and ensure people around them feel valued, appreciated, and included.
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The podcast is making another visit to southern Utah. UIAAA Connection #285 – Dan Stewart -Founder, and Russ Orvin – Director of Business – Strike Visual - is now available. Russ and Dan join the podcast to share perspectives shaped by unique personal and professional journeys. Russ, born in American Fork, later lived in Winslow (think Eagles) and Mesa, Arizona, and gained international experience through time spent in Mainland China and the Middle East. Dan, born in Logan and raised in Farmington, now calls St. George home while continuing recovery from a recent airplane crash. Together, they discuss the growing trend of athletic directors having more put on their plate each year. They also explain the recent business partnership with the UIAAA and its potential impact on student and member scholarships connected to the national conference. Russ encourages listeners to “remember the one” and align with strong examples of leadership. Dan emphasizes staying connected to your purpose and maintaining personal identity while supporting student-athletes.
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This podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.