CONTENTS Facilities and Maintenance Issue 10 Athletic Improvement FEATURES 10 Athletic Improvement How a Pennsylvania school district implemented a $3.7 million improvement project 14 A 'Jaw-Dropping' Renovation Tarleton State University project remains an original, while taking inspiration from other schools 20 Methods of Motivation Five ideas to help athletes become the best version of themselves 24 Summer Soccer Field Maintenance What happens over the summer can spell success or failure for the natural grass field 36 The Real Deal Ohio State University strength and conditioning coach doesn't pull any punches 42 Rage Against Referees Abuse has led to a decline in certified officials, but schools and states are fighting back 4 APRIL/MAY 2020 48 Covering the Coach's Duties Essential elements to include in a coaches' handbook 50 WBCA, Pat Summitt Leadership Group announce strategic partnership 52 Minnesota State University, Mankato, upgrades its locker room DEPARTMENTS 6 Between the Lines Why I Coach 8 A.D.ministration Dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic 54 Product Marketplace 58 Ad Index 30 The Real Deal APRIL/MAY 2020 VOL. 89, NO. 7