From Big Districts to Small-Town Friday Nights: Rodney Chant’s AD Journey
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From Big Districts to Small-Town Friday Nights: Rodney Chant’s AD Journey
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About this listen
In this episode of the THSADA Director’s Cut powered by KALWALL we sit down with Rodney Chant, Executive Director of Athletics for San Angelo ISD and a THSADA Hall of Honor inductee, to explore the leadership lessons learned across districts big and small.
Rodney reflects on his journey from multi-high school districts like Fort Bend and Pasadena to the tight-knit community of San Angelo, where relationships run deep and Friday night lights still shut down the town.
This candid conversation covers:
- The transition from metro to rural athletics
- Advice for young coaches starting their careers
- How to draw the line between leadership and friendship
- The 40+ item checklist he uses to set coaches up for success
- Why all sports deserve equal support and visibility
Whether you're a new coach, a seasoned AD, or simply passionate about Texas high school athletics, this episode offers grounded insights from a leader who’s still doing the work—and doing it well.
👉 Watch now and hear why experience, empathy, and pacing yourself are keys to long-term success in athletic leadership.