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MSHSAA Governance: 2025 Area Meeting Topics Jan 28, 2025

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The beginning of the calendar year marks an important time for both the business and governance aspects of the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Each year, MSHSAA presents topics to its membership in an effort to gather feedback to present to the MSHSAA Board of Directors for review and discussion. This year, as we visit each of the eight board districts, we will share the topics discussed in this episode and the next, continuing through the 2024-2025 school year.

On the Periphery: Keeping officiating in the family Jan 24, 2025

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We invited a few more officials to join us on the MSHSAA All-Access Podcast as we continue to celebrate an important part of the interscholastic activities mission and spoke with a father-son duo who have continued the tradition of high school officiating in their family. They are giving back to their communities and enjoying the benefits of what they consider to be a 'hobby,' explaining what being part of the high school sports world means to them and how anyone can get involved.

Student Advisory '24 Senior Reflections Jan 22, 2025

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Reflecting on the second year of the revamped MSHSAA Student Advisory program, this episode will feature the students' voices, sharing what each senior member has learned and what elements have become a primary focus for the group, which they hope to share with the rest of the association.

On the Periphery: Swimming & Diving Officials Jan 18, 2025

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As part of our effort to recognize our officials and express our appreciation and gratitude, we will feature several episodes in which we visit with different officials from around the state to gain insight into the world of high school officiating. During the 2024 Boys Swimming & Diving Championships, Dr. Rukstad speaks with two longtime officials about what being an official means to them and why they have continued to dedicate their time to supporting both the students and the sport of high school swimming.

Stacy Schroeder Retirement Announcement Jan 14, 2025

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After 30+ years with the Missouri State High School Activities Association, one of the pillars of the executive staff has decided to retire and explore what is next in her future. It's not easy to summarize the experiences and memories that were made in such a long and successful career, but in this episode we will chat with Stacy Schroeder, Senior Associate Executive Director, as we thank her for the dedication and passion she has shown throughout her career.

Marty Marsh Retirement Announcement Jan 10, 2025

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In this episode, we sit down with Assistant Executive Director, Marty Marsh, who is marking the end of a remarkable career in the education field. We dive into what retirement means for someone who's dedicated their life to their work, and what it feels like to say goodbye to a chapter that has defined so much of their identity.

But it's not all about the past—Marty shares exciting plans for the future, discussing how he plans to stay engaged and embrace life beyond the office.

Whether you're planning for your own retirement or just curious about what it’s like to reflect on a lifelong career, this episode offers invaluable insights on transition, fulfillment, and the journey to finding new purpose.

Winter Sports: A Coaches View Jan 08, 2025

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In this episode, we celebrate the new year and the change of seasons as we sit down and talk with a couple of coaches from our winter sports season. During this year's Girls' Volleyball Championships, we invited two coaches from the southeast area to chat about their views on coaching and what it involves for them, both in and out of the school setting.

2024 Show-Me Bowl Football Championship Review Dec 23, 2024

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Wrapping up our fall championship season is always the 11-man and 8-man Show-Me Bowl Football Championships! This year was particularly memorable as we began a new era at Missouri Western University, hosting the 8-man championship game, while also marking our last year at the University of Missouri for the remaining 11-man games. In this episode, we will break down each of the games and share how each team performed during this exciting two-day event!

2024 Boys Soccer Championship Review Dec 19, 2024

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In this special episode, we run headfirst into the action of the 2024 MSHSAA 57th Boys Soccer Championships. From intense matchups to nail-biting action, we break down every game, highlight key players, and relive unforgettable moments from the championships. There were many newcomers alongside some seasoned veterans at this year's event, and this episode offers an exciting look at the passion, teamwork, and dedication that make high school soccer so memorable. Tune in for all the excitement, drama, and record-breakers that made this tournament one for the history books!

2024 Boys Swimming & Diving Championship Review Dec 16, 2024

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It's time to dive into another fall championship review! This episode will highlight the 88th MSHSAA Boys Swimming & Diving Championships and we will share all the special moments that occurred during this fast-paced and action-packed event! Who were the winners? What records were broken? We go over all that and more as we cover another of our fall championships.

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