2025 NHSSCA Texas State Clinic

10:00-10:30 pm – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

10:35-10:40 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities & Presentations from Coach Elton Crochran, Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, Judson ISD, and Coach Leo Burks, Director of Athletic Performance, Waco High School Coach

10:40-11:55 am – LECTURE
The Clean Progression: A Systemic Approach in the Team Setting by Bret Huth

OVERVIEW: In this session, Coach Bret Huth shares a progressive, system-based approach to teaching the clean—developed through his work with collegiate athletes at Texas State. Ideal for high school and collegiate team settings, this method simplifies the complexity of Olympic lifting while building athlete confidence and movement proficiency.

Key Highlights:

• Foundational First: Begin with essential base movements like the clean pull and front squat to build strength, structure, and technical control.
• Progressive Variations: Advance athletes through a clear progression—clean from blocks, from the hang, and finally from the floor.
• Technical Emphasis: Prioritize consistent technique, positional awareness, and controlled movement to minimize errors and reinforce habits.
• Readiness-Based Advancement: Ensure athletes only move forward in the progression when they’ve mastered the prior phase—improving long-term performance and reducing injury risk.
• Team-Friendly Application: Learn how to apply this system effectively across large groups with varying skill levels, time constraints, and facility limitations.

Attendees will leave with a practical framework to simplify Olympic lift instruction and build a more technically sound, confident team in the weight room.

12:00-1:15 am – LECTURE
Unleashing Power: Building Explosive Hitters, Kickers, and Throwers by Jeremy Walden

OVERVIEW: In this high-impact session, Coach Jeremy Walden delves into sport-specific training strategies designed to unlock explosive power in athletes who participate in sports that involve hitting, kicking, or throwing. Built on years of experience in real-world training environments, this presentation provides actionable insights that directly translate to enhanced on-field performance.

Key Highlights:

• Rotational & Linear Power Development: Explore how to train both movement types for maximum carryover to sport-specific actions.
• Movement Pattern Mastery: Learn the foundational patterns behind powerful throws, kicks, and swings—and how to coach them effectively.
• Force Production Techniques: Discover methods to develop rate of force, reactive strength, and transfer of power in dynamic settings.
• Sport-Specific Programming: Get practical tools to build and periodize training blocks tailored to athletes in rotational or linear power sports.
• Real-World Application: See how these strategies are implemented in diverse athletic settings, from weight room to competition day.

Attendees will leave with clear, coach-tested strategies to help their athletes move with greater intent, generate more force, and dominate in their sport-specific roles.

1:15-2:00 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

2:00-3:15 pm – LECTURE
Creating the Strength and Conditioning Position in Public High Schools by Coach Triva Corrales

OVERVIEW: In this impactful session, Coach Triva Corrales shares a step-by-step guide for establishing a full-time strength and conditioning role within public high schools. Based on her own journey, this session provides practical strategies to advocate for the position, build trust with stakeholders, and create a lasting impact on athletic development across campus.

Key Highlights:

• Making the Case: Learn how to effectively communicate the value of a dedicated strength coach to administrators and decision-makers.
• Building Support: Explore strategies for forming strong relationships with sport coaches, parents, and academic staff.
• Laying the Foundation: Discover how to design a training culture that supports all sports—not just one team or season.
• Sustainability & Growth: Gain insight into structuring the role for long-term success, including funding, staffing, and scheduling.
• Real-World Blueprint: Walk away with actionable tips, language, and resources to begin—or continue—building your program today.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to solidify your role, this session will empower you to advocate for your profession and better serve your student-athletes.

3:20-4:15 pm – LECTURE
Coaching the Gen Z Athlete
Presented by Coach Nick Mascioli

OVERVIEW:

Today’s athletes aren’t just different—they’re Gen Z, and they bring a new set of expectations, communication styles, and motivational drivers into the weight room. In this engaging session, Coach Nick Mascioli breaks down what makes Gen Z tick and provides practical tools for coaching them more effectively.

Key Highlights:

• Understand What Drives Gen Z: Explore the core values, behaviors, and influences shaping today’s athletes.
• Modern Communication Tactics: Learn how to deliver feedback and instruction in ways that resonate and motivate.
• Build Authentic Relationships: Discover strategies for establishing trust, connection, and respect with your athletes.
• Promote Accountability & Buy-In: Foster a culture where athletes take ownership of their development.
• Maximize Engagement: Create sessions that keep athletes mentally and physically invested, using approaches aligned with how they learn best.

Whether you’re new to coaching or a seasoned veteran, this session will give you fresh insight into unlocking the full potential of the next generation of athletes.

4:15-4:30 pm – CLOSING REMARKS
Coach Elton Crochran & Leo Burks