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"Grit Leadership has been a vital source for me as a new athletic director. The evaluation creates a partnership between coaches and ADs to have non-threatening, data-driven, improvement-based conversations. Kevin is always accessible and has been a great friend and partner as I grow and improve as a leader."
David Kool
Athletic Director, South Christian High School (Grand Rapids, MI)
"Observing Kevin and Grit Leadership impact athletic programs has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in my role at Baylor University. Kevin is equipped and prepared to lead athletic departments to raise their standard of excellence. If you care about improving your athletic program and helping students, you need to contact Grit Leadership, today."
Matt Thomas
Executive Director, Center for School Leadership Baylor University (Waco, TX)
"Grit Leadership has developed a great survey tool / data collection item -- that will aid and assist Athletic Director's in one of the hardest parts of the job -- reviewing the coach and how they work with students, parents and how they view themselves in comparison to reality. We have looked at many tools and this is data driven, been tested for reliability and a number of our schools are already using it -- sing its praises and have found that it really assists the growth of their coaches. It focuses on a Growth Mindset, rather than reactionary or retaliation toward coaches."
Karen S. Leinaar
Executive Director, Michigan Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (MIAAA)
"Like our athletes, I need constant “nudges” to keep from getting complacent and Grit Leadership provides that. It has been a huge blessing to not only me but our athletic program as well. Kevin is always available to help, and there is absolutely no question that he wants our students and our program to flourish."
David Schenk
Athletic Director, Heritage Christian Academy (Kansas City, KS)
"Grit Leadership is a win-win-win. I’m better equipped as a coach. My athletes are performing better on the field. And, most importantly, my athletes are better prepared for life beyond sport."
Aric Dershem
Varsity Soccer, Grand Rapids Christian High School (Grand Rapids, MI)
"With Grit Leadership, I am able to walk coaches through a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation system, informed by the athletes, that helps coaches truly improve. I would recommend Grit Leadership to any AD who is serious about building their program."
Tim Ritsema
Athletic Director, Jenison High School (Jenison, MI)
"Grit Leadership is the real deal and I always come away with valuable content that inspires me to lead well."
Mike Walker
Athletic Director, Second Baptist School (Houston, TX)
"Grit Leadership's content is rich, diverse, and easily accessible for our coaches who are so often focused on the day-to-day details of their program. Grit Leadership Evaluations have been a game-changer for our athletic department's ability to evaluate coaches effectively."
Nate Kok
Athletic Director, United Christian Academy (Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
"I believe that Grit Leadership has the type of data-driven ideas that we need more of in athletic department leadership."
Chris Hobbs
Head of School, Indian Rocks Christian Schools (Largo, FL)
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"Grit Leadership Focuses On A Growth Mindset, rather than reactionary or retaliation toward coaches."

 - Karen S. Leinaar, CAA, Executive Director
Michigan Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association

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