2026 NHSSCA Kansas/Missouri Dual State Clinic

8:30-8:50 pm – CHECK-IN/REGISTRATION

8:50-9:00 am – WELCOME
Overview of Day’s Activities & Presentations

9:15-10:00 am – DUAL: LECTURE + HANDS-ON
 Connecting the Weight Room to K–12 Movement & Building Schoolwide Buy-In by Ross Schwisow

OVERVIEW: In this session, coaches and educators will learn practical strategies to connect the weight room to movement development across the field, court, and classroom. The focus is on strengthening fundamental motor skills across all K–12 levels, with a clear progression that prepares students for long-term success in strength and conditioning.

The session will also address how to build strong, collaborative relationships with head coaches and school administrators. Attendees will explore proven approaches for earning trust, aligning goals, and ensuring their program is understood, supported, and valued across the entire school community.

10:00-10:55 am – DUAL: LECTURE + HANDS-ON
 Skills, Drills, and Games for K–12 Movement Development by Anna Woods

OVERVIEW: This professional development session focuses on age-appropriate strategies for developing athleticism, confidence, and lifelong movement skills in students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Attendees will explore how to progress skills and drills across grade levels to improve strength, speed, agility, and coordination.

The session will also highlight game-based activities that make movement training engaging, fun, and developmentally appropriate, while still supporting performance and injury reduction. Coaches and educators will leave with practical tools and ideas they can implement immediately in physical education classes and athletic programs.

Designed for professionals working with a wide range of ages and abilities, this session equips attendees with actionable methods to foster a positive movement culture and inspire students to enjoy being active.

11:00-11:55 am – LECTURE
Choosing the Right Technology for Your Weight Room by Sam McGriff

OVERVIEW: Technology is now a core part of modern strength and conditioning—from station timers and velocity tracking to advanced timing and data systems. In this session, Coach McGriff breaks down how to effectively use today’s most common weight room technologies to enhance performance, improve efficiency, and elevate the athlete experience.

Attendees will learn how to integrate technology into daily training without creating unnecessary complexity, how to interpret data to inform actionable coaching decisions, and how to avoid common pitfalls, such as technology overload or underutilized tools. The session also functions as a practical buyer’s guide, helping coaches identify which platforms and systems best fit their program’s size, budget, and long-term goals.

Whether you’re building a program from the ground up or refining an existing setup, this presentation provides clear strategies and real-world examples to help technology support coaching—not replace it.

12:00-12:55 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

1:00-1:55 pm – LECTURE
Conjugate Training for the High School Athlete by Devin Hance

OVERVIEW: This presentation offers a practical overview of how Shawnee Mission North High School applies conjugate-style programming for both in-season and off-season athletes. The session begins with a brief overview of the history and principles of the conjugate training method to establish a clear foundation.

From there, attendees will learn how to implement the three primary components of the conjugate system in a high school setting:

• • Maximal Effort Method: How it works, when to use it, and how to rotate exercises safely and effectively across training cycles.
  • Dynamic Effort Method: Structuring intensity, volume, rest intervals, and wave loading to develop strength and power throughout the year.
  • Repetition Method: Adapting accessory work to address individual athlete needs, weaknesses, and performance goals.

The session emphasizes practical application, safety, and long-term athlete development, helping coaches understand how to appropriately scale and customize the conjugate system for high school programs.

2:00-2:50 pm – ROUNDTABLE

2:50-3:00 pm – CLOSING REMARKS