2025 NHSSCA Idaho State Clinic

8:00-9:00 am – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

9:00-9:15 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities & Presentations from Coach Justin Burch Strength and Conditioning Director at Canyon Ridge High School

9:15-10:30 am – LECTURE
More Out of Less with Coach Alex White

OVERVIEW: In a world where flashy recovery trends dominate social media, are you focusing on what actually works? Coach Alex White breaks down the myths and reveals why mastering the fundamentals is the real key to maximizing performance and recovery. What you’ll learn: 

• The Power of Simplicity: Learn why doing the basics exceptionally well—sleep, nutrition, and training modifications—leads to superior results over trendy, gimmick-filled recovery methods.
• Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Discover the biggest mistakes athletes make—neglecting sleep, skipping proper nutrition, and halting training instead of adjusting it—and how to correct them.
• Return-to-Play Strategies: Understand why injury recovery and return-to-play protocols should mirror the same level of commitment and structure as sport preparation.

Don’t get lost in the hype—learn how to maximize recovery, optimize performance, and keep your athletes progressing with proven, effective methods. Join Coach White and unlock the real secrets to success!

10:30-11:45 am – LECTURE
Hard Work, Sacrifice, and Coachability with Coach Dan Bennion

OVERVIEW: What separates good athletes from great ones? After 20+ years coaching at both the college and high school levels, Coach Dan Bennion has identified three game-changing principles that apply at every level: Hard Work, Sacrifice, and Coachability. What you’ll learn:

• Fostering Relentless Work Ethic: Learn how to develop mentally and physically tough athletes through challenging training and progressive overload.
• Instilling Sacrifice for Success: Discover how Sugar-Salem built a culture where athletes prioritize training, embrace discipline, and adopt healthy habits for long-term success.
• Building Coachable Athletes: Create an environment where athletes actively seek feedback, trust the process, and grow into leaders.

This session will equip you with actionable strategies to cultivate a winning mindset in your athletes, elevate team culture, and unlock their full potential. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best in the game!

12:00-1:00 pm – LUNCH PROVIDED

More Than a Meal, It’s a Networking Opportunity: Lunch at the NHSSCA Clinic is not just about grabbing a plate and catching up with your usual circle. It’s a chance to collaborate, share, and expand your professional network. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just stepping into the field of high school strength and conditioning, this is your moment to connect with coaches who inspire, mentor, and challenge you to grow.

If you leave this clinic without making at least one new connection, you’ve missed an incredible opportunity to grow professionally and personally. The NHSSCA is more than an organization—it’s a #FAMILY, built on shared knowledge, support, and a commitment to making each other better.

So, don’t just eat—engage, listen, and learn. The people sitting around you might change how you approach coaching forever. Let’s make this lunch one to remember! #NHSSCA #FAMILY #CoachingConnections #GrowYourNetwork

1:00-2:15 pm – LECTURE
Building a Strength Program from the Ground Up with Coach Jamie Fuse

OVERVIEW: What does it take to build a high-impact strength program from scratch? Former collegiate strength coach Jamie Fuse is doing just that—bringing elite-level training principles to the high school setting to develop stronger, faster, and more resilient athletes. What you’ll gain:

• Blueprint for Success: Learn the step-by-step process for structuring a strength program that maximizes athletic potential and supports long-term development.
• Beyond the Weight Room: Discover how to instill discipline, accountability, and a relentless work ethic in student-athletes, setting them up for success both on and off the field.
• Injury Prevention & Performance Enhancement: Explore key strategies to reduce injury risk, improve movement mechanics, and enhance overall performance.
• Creating a Lasting Impact: See how Jamie is building a sustainable model that benefits not just current athletes but future generations within the school’s athletic program.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing program, this session will provide proven strategies, real-world insights, and actionable takeaways to help you build a championship-caliber strength program!

2:15-3:30 pm – LECTURE
High School CrossFit & Yoga: A Winning Combination with Coach Hailey Lusk

OVERVIEW: Coach Hailey Lusk brings a unique, highly effective blend of CrossFit and yoga to the weight room—combining strength, endurance, mobility, and recovery into a single powerful system. What you’ll gain:

• High School CrossFit: Learn how scalable, functional movements can help introductory and intermediate lifters develop a solid foundation in strength and conditioning.
• Yoga & Recovery: Discover how a weekly yoga/rehab session enhances flexibility, mobility, and mental toughness, while reducing injury risk and optimizing performance.
• Building Resilient Athletes: See how balancing high-intensity training with intentional recovery leads to stronger, more durable student-athletes.

This holistic approach is about more than just lifting—it’s about developing well-rounded athletes who are physically prepared, mentally strong, and injury-resistant. Don’t miss this chance to learn how you can integrate these powerful strategies into your own program!

3:30-3:45 pm – CLOSING REMARKS
With Coach Justin Burch