Athletics For Life CD Johnson

We are welcoming Isaac Peña to the Athletics for Life Podcast. We got in contact with Isaac via the Athletics and Activities Director of the Western Academy of Beijing Martin Halpin. Isaac is a Design teacher and Soccer coach for the Western Academy of Beijing. He introduced eSports (electronic sports) within WAB extracurricular program.
The pandemic gave us the opportunity to host our first eSports Fifa Soccer tournament and eSports gives us the opportunity to learn valuable life skills through sports in an online setting.


Combining video games and school used to be a recipe for trouble.
But with new technologies emerge, and schools re-evaluate how to impact student learning, there is research to suggest that gaming and e-sports may have a place alongside academics.


Isaac Peña has been coaching soccer at WAB for several years. He has seen the types of off-field benefits that athletic training and competition can have on students: academic improvements, increased self-confidence, team building, problem-solving, communication, and so many more. This year, as WAB planned programs to get students active while fighting the pandemic, Isaac sparked a conversation with the WABX Activities Department about how e-sports and how they can benefit students in many of the same ways as athletics.


Isaac’s new e-sports club in the Middle School was created out of an effort to engage students in school and help them connect over something they love. The popularity of the club is already apparent, and Isaac has a lot to look forward to as the group develops, including the FUSE Cup.


Today we are going to learn from Isaac how to start with eSports, what the benefits are and what it can add to your Athletics and Activities program.


Thank you Isaac for your willingness to share your enthusiasm for eSports.


'eSports athletes are real athletes as it takes the same skills to get to a high level' - Isaac Peña

'eSports provided us with a whole new community. The community is what makes eSports so special' - Isaac Peña

'The eSports experience: it is so much more than just the eSports athletes, it is about the creators of the games, designers, casters, advertising, music. It is truly a holistic education activity - Isaac Peña

'The actual gaming is just a small part of what eSports actually are' - Isaac Peña

'Starting with eSports is like walking a dark forest. If we help each other we will be able to find a way out of it' - Isaac Peña

Topics Covered
Catching up with Isaac Peña
How did he start with eSports
Was he sceptical of eSports
How did he implement it at Western Academy Beijing
What is the FUSE cup and are they hosting their own eSports events
eSports as a theatre production
The Asian games eSports event in Jakarta
The role of eSports at Western Academy Beijing
How does he deal with sceptical parents and what does a practice or training look like
How does he promote the eSports program
How to pick the right game and consol
What is the easiest way to start with eSports
How to Livestream your eSports events
eSports and Scholarships
The transferable skills of eSports
What are his goals with eSports
His vision on eSports for the next 5 to 10 years
Final tips to get out of the dark forest
More information on the FUSE Cup




Website Western Academy of Beijing - https://www.wab.edu/




FUSE Cup - https://www.thefusecup.com.au/




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Host(s): CD Johnson and Jeff Koops
Twitter: @AthleticsforLi2
Special Guests: Isaac Pena
Camera and editing: Scott Lillis


Contact information:
cd.athletics4life@gmail.com / craig.draper-johnson@britishschool.edu.mn
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s.lillis@isumongolia.edu.mn

A special Athletics for Life Podcast today as we have a live audience joining the podcast. We are fortunate to have Ethos Sports and Education on the Athletics for Life podcast. The first half of the podcast will be a webinar hosted by Chris and Mark from Ethos Sport and Education and after that, our students have the opportunity to ask questions.
Ethos Sports and Education is a full-service college recruiting company that is revolutionizing the way to get scholarships. Their focus is always academics first, keeping in mind the right social parameters, all while ensuring the right competition level of all of our recruits. They work with 100s of international schools, prep schools, and other educational and sports organizations worldwide helping student-athletes find the right fit.


They help students get a sports scholarship in the USA and they have worked with International Schools all over the world. They have worked with a bunch of schools in ACAMIS.


Enjoy the podcast!


'Your growth at the college level is based on the responsibility you have" - Ethos Sport and Education


'Do not get caught up in the division' - Ethos Sport and Education


'It is all about finding the best fit for you as a person' - Ethos Sport and Education


'You need to take ownership of the process, you the athlete need to drive this process. You have to go after it!' - Ethos Sport and Education


'What is your upside, what can you bring to the team. Be adaptable, versatile and open-minded regarding your playing position" - Ethos Sport and Education


Topics Addressed
Opening Athletics for Life Podcast #24
Start webinar Ethos Sport and Education
QandA session with student-athletes and university counsellor from the International School of Ulaanbaatar and the British School of Ulaanbaatar
Question 1: How much does engagement in the community like volunteer work, leadership roles come into play during the admissions process?
More information on the role of community engagement
Question 2,3 and 4: Could you provide more information on the admissions process? When to start the application process and how can coaches help with the process? / Do sport-related scholarship require a different university application process?
Question 5: What do you need to have ready before doing the Ethos self-assessment and what can you expect from Ethos?
Question 6: What if you look for a sport-specific scholarship? Should you play for the school and/or a club? Should you continue your multi-sport participation? And what do coaches look for in your highlight video?
Question 7: In a sport like basketball, if you play a certain role in your high school team based on that you are for example the tallest student in your team, would this affect your opportunities at the college level.
Question 8: What are some of the tips and tricks for us Athletic Directors to support our student-athletes with this process?
Keep an open mind as a student-athlete
You make out of your education what you want to get out of it
Let the academics be the driving force in your school choice
How to get in contact with Ethos Sport and Education


Website Ethos Sport and Education - https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_descriptionandredir_token=QUFFLUhqbHBQVFM1RnVFRjkzZ2FqWjlMSl9KR1A4bW90d3xBQ3Jtc0trOFI4a3NyMTRIWk4wTmpuZnlpcVJTMG5PcHZ2ekpzTDNfLXFiTGFIUUZOODZPLUNfXzdvY1d2WHhzUjRFbWFiTERFWm9aZ0M3ZzRfRGpQVllBTm5jcXNFYl8td093MkZOcFFIZmVxb3pCajQyNWxBRQandq=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ethosrecruiting.com%2F (http://www.ethosrecruiting.com/)


Contact information: info@ethosrecruiting.com


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We interviewed Mr Matt McInnes CIAA, CMAA. Matt has been the Director of Athletics and Activities at the International School of Panama for the past 4 years. He worked as the Head of PE and Athletics Director in Mexico City for 6 years. Before that he worked as a PE teacher in Malaysia and in the UK, USA and Australia as International Football Coach and Consultant.
We met Matt through the virtual NIAAA conference where he was very open, approachable and eager to share his best practices and to collaborate with others.
Matt has structured the Athletics department at the International School of Panama in a unique way. He established 'coordinators' for each sport and they share a lot of decision making and leadership together with Matt.


In addition, the International School of Panama was the first Latin American International School and the Second International School worldwide to receive the NFHS Level 1 Coaching Development Distinction.


Thank you Matt for being on the Athletics For Life Podcast.


'It is our duty as Athletics and Activities Director to leave the place better than when you arrived' - Matt McInnes


'Setting up the right structures, policies and systems within the Athletics department is the key to make the transition easier' - Matt McInnes


'The process is the key, teaching students the life skills, tactics, teamwork etc should be the focus. Winning is secondary'- Matt McInnes


'Our duty that everyone in the school community embraces learning and personal development' - Matt McInnes


'Depersonalization is the key to grow your program and to grow as a person and professional' - Matt McInnes


Topics Covered
His role at the International School of Panama
How does he prepare himself for his transition to China
The structure of the Athletics department at the International of Panama
The impact of COVID-19 on ISPanama athletic programs
His path to his Certified Master in Athletic Administrator Certification and how he shifted from a face-to-face to a virtual athletics program
How did he strategize the social media presence of the athletics program during the pandemic
How does the Certified Master in Athletic Administrator Certification application work
How has the NIAAA certification process benefitted him as a non-US Athletics Director
How do you celebrate your athletics program through social media in the right way
What is his philosophy as an Athletics and Activities Director
His vision on Sportsmanship
How to promote a Coaches PD budget
The importance of good communication to promote your athletics program
How does he balance his life
The lessons learned from the pandemic
Matt's tips for upcoming Athletic and Activities Directors
The world is a small place
Website International School of Panama - https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_descriptionandredir_token=QUFFLUhqbk1kZ0JyZ2J1ajc3MDJBQVNKcnZldXA4Si1od3xBQ3Jtc0trT2JGV0g3dkJncGxaWVJQblFrNGFXQTUwRDY2Yk82TGJhMUE0R3Q1QXQzN0dpQk1VNWxZdUVLNFR2OWtBVXNWR1FJU2tXS0dkY2ZFMVpCSUU0NkF3UVgtdGVmTjA0aE5zUUN1STNUcUowUElhMHg4RQandq=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.isp.edu.pa%2F (https://www.isp.edu.pa/)​


Host(s): CD Johnson and Jeff Koops
Twitter: @AthleticsforLi2
Special Guest: Mr Matt McInnes CIAA, CMAA
Camera and editing: Scott Lillis


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Today on the Athletics For Life Podcast Mr Jason Avelar. Jason Avelar has been a PE teacher for the last 8 years at Prescott Junior High School, and considered one of the best physical education schools in America.
Prescott Junior High school was featured in the popular documentary “The Motivation Factor” which stressed the importance of being physically active and explored the unique PE program founded at La Sierra High School in the 1960’s.


Jason holds a Bachelor's in Science in Physical Education from the University of Mary, as well as a Masters in Best Practices from National University. He has been a Physical Education Teacher for 12 years, High School Football Coach for 12 years, as well a Junior High School Basketball and Track coach 8 years. He is also has a Blue Belt in Jiu Jitsu.


Jason wrote an article for StrongFirst, the School of Strength called; Strong Endurance in Schools to Strengthen the Next Generation. In episode 8 we interviewed Mr Brett Jones, Executive Director of StrongFirst, about how we can implement Kettlebells in our Athletics and PE programs. To follow up Brett’s amazing interview we invited Jason on the podcast today to share his story.


Living a long, healthy and fulfilling life is what we all strive for and StrongFirst offers some great and very simple fitness protocols that are applicable for everyone whether you want to improve general health or if you are a student-athlete.


Thank you Jason for sharing with us your passion and expertise with the Athletics For Life Viewers.


The Prescott Motto: All for One, One for All


'The support of the administration and parents is key to implement a program' - Jason Avelar


'You need a strong core of students buying into the program for it to succeed' - Jason Avelar


'Athletics For Life - we want our students to be life-long participants, learners and physically active' - Jason Avelar


'It is all about supporting students to find their passion' - Jason Avelar


'Keep trying, keep working, keep fighting and do not give up on finding your passion' - Jason Avelar


Topics discussed:
Who is Jason Avelar
The sports-based model for PE
The PE program at Prescott Junior High School
How did he get started with StrongFirst training protocols
How to implement Prescott's PE program to different schools
How do they support the development of all levels of students
The Prescott system vs the Sports-based system
The life skills they teach their students
How has he adapted the program because of the pandemic
A success story from a Prescott Junior High Alumni
How does their PE program transfer into the Athletics program
His favorite StrongFirst Protocol
Jason's advice for students on how to implement StrongFirst into their training at home
His advisory program at Prescott Junior High School
The next step for the PE program at Prescott Junior High School
The easiest way for PE or Athletic departments to implement some of their training protocols
Ownership, self-awareness, self-confidence and visualization
How they implement writing in a diary and goal-setting
The transferable skills
Closing words/tips from Jason for the younger athletes


Website Prescott Junior High School: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_descriptionandredir_token=QUFFLUhqbTU2RE5zNW1JVDZWZG5Fd1Y1Q1VLejBWdi02UXxBQ3Jtc0trSi1PTkVqUFJZWjRiMWZOTTE4bXpKZlREMUN5WTdHNXpxYzdQb2hSMXRkelVtWXdWckZZeW1NeU95ZFpNQ29PTk9kUWhkaG0zOWlWZFhLMWFYM1R2bkNVME53UENUOWZDWjRUaUdhcnFIaTVVUDRvOAandq=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.stanunion.k12.ca.us%2FPJH (https://www.stanunion.k12.ca.us/PJH)​


Website StrongFirst: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_descriptionandredir_token=QUFFLUhqbF9VNHJYbkFkMW5TSTZpRFhJd213S2VTcDJHQXxBQ3Jtc0trU2FnN0V3djFzOU9jalpMOHF5U2pkeUlxaU1MNnFrTGZXMzlVZ1NIRnVCaVlNdTZ6UE85SDBES1BmdTFPc0lDd19Dbm56TXk0c0RZdjZCdFZ0MllndkQ5LXl5VnlxbWx0RGNyWlhIWEJReXJFbkRPZwandq=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.strongfirst.com%2F...

We interviewed Jonte Grose and Morris Arnold. Both Jonte and Morris are ISU Alumni who played multiple sports. Both of them graduated in 2020 and they are currently attending university in Australia. Both of them embodied the educational-based athletics philosophy and showed what it means to be a student-athlete. They have made tremendous growth as an athlete, but more important as a person.
Not only were they great team players, but they also were supportive of others, kind and respectful to their coaches and they showed great sportsmanship on- and off the court. What makes them so unique is their maturity, kindness and their respect for the Mongolian culture.


Talking to them you can feel how much they appreciate and value the life experiences the International School of Ulaanbaatar gave them.


It was amazing to have them on the podcast.


'True friendships are made at the Chinese embassy in Ulaanbaatar' - Morris and Jonte


'All new things are hard, but do not let that de-motivate you. Keep pushing day-by-day' - Jonte Grose


'The experiences last forever, do not play for the medals but for the experiences' - Morris Arnold


'My friends and the people around me pushed me to become the best version of myself' - Jonte Grose


'Sport is a big part of how we stay connected with all our friends from all over the world' - Morris Arnold


Timestamp:
Who, Where and What!
The sports that they played at ISU
Some of the most memorable moments from playing sports at ISU
What did it mean for them to represent ISU and Mongolia at International events
The cultural differences they experienced
Their graduating class of 2019
How did they experience their transition back home
The impact of COVID-19 on their final year at ISU
Jonte's personal transition during his time at ISU
Morris' experiences and change of vision on life
What are they up to right now at home / Jonte's Ride for Research
Morris' experiences in the Australian Army
Biggest lesson learned from ISU sports
Did we prepare them enough with the ISU sports program
Their advice for younger student-athletes
The most memorable moments from their ACAMIS trips
Their ride through Australia and the closing of the interview


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Today on the Athletics For Life Podcast we have Certified Athletic Trainer and Consultant Mr Jared Maisel. Jared works at the International School of Brussels in Belgium as the Athletic Trainer and Sports Teacher and owns his own Sports Medicine and Athletic Program Support Services called Good Practice. Before working at ISBrussles he worked at Concordia International School Shanghai and St. John’s Belgium Waterloo International School.
Currently the Athletic Trainer and Sports Teacher at International School of Brussels.

We met Jared through the Globetrottin AD summer conference and we are very honoured to have him on the Athletics For life Podcast today. Today we learn more about the benefits of multisport participation, training tips for student-athletes, and what to consider when we get back playing team sports after COVID.
'Fitness for Life - sports is just one componend of health ' - Jared Maisel


'The more variety of movement and problem-solving activities you do, the better of an all-round athlete you will become' - Jared Maisel


'Great athletes are great movers' - Jared Maisel


Episode Overview:
Who is Jared Maisel
The current role of the Athletic Trainer in the International school circuit
What is the BTEC sports program
The multiple routes to athletic success
The injury epidemic in early sport specialization
6 prevent injury prevention tools
Tips for those athletes who want to be great at 1 sport
The carry over between different sports
2-time Olympic Boxing Champion - Vasily Lomachenko
Why do we not hear more about famous athletes and their multi-sport background?
The conflict of interest and intention
Why promote educational-based athletics
The importance of the pre-participation physical (PPE) for student-athletes
The importance of having a long-term view on sports
Going back to the fundamentals
The impact of online learning on movement


Website International School Brussels: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_descriptionandredir_token=QUFFLUhqbFFINzQ5Q1EzVzU2akRKaWE5MHlRdE1mSElFUXxBQ3Jtc0trVWVUTWplTjc0cFNoQUx6cDdjcDluLW11NXNEV3UxQUVla3JfVWp6UmNvV1I3ak1JRG5idzJocERhZ2RsdjRCWE44bTFkaFZLUzc3QkRxNXVhSzgxVl9QMUd1dUoxNTluc1ZQYVFXN2VaTmQ0WXhNRQandq=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.isb.be%2F (https://www.isb.be/)​


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Host(s): CD Johnson and Jeff Koops
Twitter: @AthleticsforLi2
Special Guest: Mr Jared Maisel
Camera and editing: Scott Lillis


Contact information:
cd.athletics4life@gmail.com / craig.draper-johnson@britishschool.edu.mn
jk.athletics4life@gmail.com / j.koops@isumongolia.edu.mn
s.lillis@isumongolia.edu.mn


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