To all our member coaches and your athletes.
The best of luck and skill you coaches have instilled in your
players. The team and singles state finals are what all of us strive in reaching. From your MHSIBCA board may you create a life time of great memories to be shared by everyone in your programs.

From the Desk of President Scott Spahr

February 8, 2025

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Polling

As we approach the post season. Coaches, it is time to recognize not only your program but others in your conference who would deserve recognition. Yes, the ranking committee will begin compiling data and begin the release of the second bowling coaches’ polls. Please send your information (complete conference polling summary sheet can be found here in the association policy and procedures manual) Appendix B1. The ranking committee point people:

D1, MaryAnn Richmond m.richmond@comcast.net

D2, Jeremy Jurvelin hotrod5332@yahoo.com

D3, Ron Bacon monashoresbowling@gmail.com

D4, Scott E. Spahr aic11367@yahoo.com

Committe Chair, Dave Kowalski euclidauto@speednetllc.com

Any one of the above dedicated coaches will gladly take any and all of your information and pass it along to the right division person.

Remember, our crystal ball and mind reading skills are not very good…so please without your information, good deserving programs get missed.

Fall General Members Meeting Announcement Save the Date

January 22, 2025

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SAVE THE DATE!

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Fall Annual General Coaches Meeting

MHSIBCA will be conducting an on-lane Clinic at Valley Lanes in Midland hosted by: JR Raymond

6 time PBA regional champion
2021 PBA central region player of the year
2009 PBA central region rookie of the year
3 time collegiate all-American
2006-2007 intercollegiate team National champions – SVSU
2010 USBC member of the Team All Events tournament champion
Many amateur titles
Former head of Turbo tec, training center
Current owner of Tenpin doctors training and pro-shop powered by BowlerX.com BowlerX.com

More information to come!!

Scholarship, Old Timers Scholarship, Hall of Fame, Coach of the Year Now Available

January 15, 2025

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Scholarship, Hall of Fame and Coach of the Year forms are now available. Please check them out, under the awards tab. Print and submit to the correct board member to be considered for these awards!!

Only members are eligible to receive these awards. Please encourage coaches to join the membership so their bowlers will be eligible too!!

Being as we are nearing the halfway point of our season. Coaches, it is time to recognize not only your program but others in your conference who would deserve recognition. Yes the ranking committee will begin compiling data and will release next weekend the first bowling coaches polls. Please send your information (complete conference polling summary sheet can be found here in the association policy and procedures manual) appendix B1. The ranking committee point people:

D1, MaryAnn Richmond m.richmond@comcast.net

D2, Jeremy Jurvelin hotrod5332@yahoo.com

D3, Ron Bacon monashoresbowling@gmail.com

D4, Scott E. Spahr aic11367@yahoo.com

Committe Chair, Dave Kowalski euclidauto@speednetllc.com

Any one of the above dedicated coaches will gladly take any and all of your information and pass it along to the right division person.

Remember, our crystal ball and mind reading skills are not very good…so please without your information, good deserving programs get missed.

8 STRATEGIES IN MAINTAINING YOUR WORK LIFE BALANCE AS HIGH SCHOOL COACH

January 4, 2025

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National High School Athletic Coaches Association

8 STRATEGIES IN MAINTAINING YOUR WORK LIFE BALANCE AS HIGH SCHOOL COACH

By Scott Garvis • 2 Jan 2025

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Finding Balance: Insights from the NHSACA Webinar on Work-Life Balance for High School Coaches

High school coaching is a role that demands passion, commitment, and countless hours of dedication to student-athletes and their development. Yet, even the most devoted coaches face a recurring challenge—how to balance the demands of coaching with personal life. This issue was the focus of a recent collaboration National High School Athletic Coaches Association (NHSACA) and the Iowa Girls Coaches Association (IGCA) webinar, “8 Strategies for Maintaining Your Work-Life Balance as a High School Coach.” facilitated by Scott Garvis NHSACA Executive Director, Joel Sullivan IGCA Executive Director &
Curt Klaahsen IGCA Mentorship Coordinator.

Key Topics and Strategies Discussed

The webinar, facilitated by NHSACA President Scott Jarvis, covered eight essential strategies for maintaining work-life balance, offering practical advice and addressing common challenges:

Setting Boundaries
Coaches were encouraged to establish clear boundaries between their professional and personal lives. This includes communicating expectations to athletes, parents, and coaching staff while resisting the pressure to be “always on.”
Prioritizing Time with Loved Ones
The importance of intentionally scheduling family time was a recurring theme. Coaches were reminded that being present with loved ones not only recharges them but also models healthy priorities for their teams.
Delegating Responsibilities
Delegation emerged as a critical tool for avoiding burnout. Whether it’s empowering assistant coaches or involving team leaders, sharing responsibilities fosters trust and reduces stress.
Unplugging and Taking Breaks
Reflection and disconnection from work were highlighted as vital practices. Coaches were encouraged to step away from technology and create space for mental and emotional rejuvenation.
Modeling Healthy Lifestyles
Coaches shape young lives both on and off the field. By prioritizing their physical and emotional health, they demonstrate the value of balance to their athletes.
Using Tools to Stay Organized
The Eisenhower Matrix—a tool for prioritizing tasks—was introduced to help coaches manage time effectively and focus on what truly matters.
Accepting Imperfection
The webinar underscored the importance of embracing realistic expectations. Striving for balance doesn’t mean achieving perfection, but rather finding what works best during different seasons of life.
Seeking Support and Mentorship
Coaches were encouraged to lean on their networks, including mentors and peers, to navigate challenges and stay grounded.

Building on Success

The webinar drew participation from over 50 coaches and received positive feedback for its practical advice and relatable insights. The NHSACA Member Association IGCA also launched a new YouTube channel, ensuring these discussions remain accessible to a broader audience.

Looking Ahead

As coaching continues to evolve, NHSACA remains committed to supporting its members. Future webinars will explore topics like building positive team cultures, boosting participation, and end-of-season best practices. By equipping coaches with tools and strategies, the organization aims to extend the longevity and joy of their careers.

The NHSACA applauds the dedication of coaches who balance the demands of their profession with personal commitments. As the conversation concluded, one message resonated deeply: maintaining balance is not about perfection, but about intentionality and the ongoing pursuit of what matters most.

Stay tuned to the IGCA & NHSACA YouTube channel for recordings and upcoming webinars. Together, we can ensure that the passion for coaching continues to thrive without compromising personal well-being.

8 Strategies in Maintaining your Work Life Balance as a High School Coach!

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Building Bridges: Effective Coaching Strategies for Partnering with Parents

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January 2, 2025

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025!!

Happy New Year from MHSIBCA board members. As we begin the new year we start working towards the end of the season. Please start sending in your poll reports so that the committees can begin poll rankings. Also, Coach of the Year, Hall of Fame, All Academic, and All Team forms are uploaded for you to start downloading and filling out.

MHSCA Bowling Coaches of the Year 2023-24

November 24, 2024

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From the Office of President Scott Spahr:

The MHSCA Coach Of The Year Awards Banquet was held at the Great Hall in Midland. 28 coaches being honored in 18 sports. In this picture from left to right are Past MHSIBCA President/current MHSCA 1st Vice President Dave Kowalski of Bay City John Glenn, MHSCA Boys Coach of the Year Andy Radtke of Traverse City Christian, MHSCA Girls Coach of the Year and current MHSIBCA President Scott E Spahr of Sturgis, and Past MHSIBCA President/current MHSCA 3rd Vice President Robert Tubbs of Davison. Congrats Andy!

Welcome to new President Scott Spahr

November 4, 2024

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Welcome to the 2024-25 High School Bowling Season

Passing of the torch

Past President Robert Tubbs to President Scott Spahr

Message From the Office of the President

Greetings all! Scott E (Spahr) here.

First, thanks to all those who attended this year’s AGM, held at Royal Scot Lanes in Lansing on October 5^th. The feedback we received about the speaker/presenter Andrew Anderson, PBA Member, and Turbo Representative has been overwhelmingly positive. Andrew spoke for 2 hours on his experiences as a high school and college bowler in Michigan, his experiences as a PBA Champion, and things he has experienced as a private coach over the past 7 years. It was extremely engaging and involved a lot of interaction between those present and himself. Thanks again, Andrew!!!

After lunch, Cole Malatinsky of the MHSAA gave an in-person presentation of this year’s rules meeting. Again, it was a very engaging and interactive presentation. It is always a very nice bonus to connect with our sports’ representative to the governing organization. Cole continues to do wonderful work both this presentation and with his other duties at the MHSAA. Thank you, Cole!!!

To finish up, the business meeting portion of the day took place. The minutes which will be forthcoming and posted soon. Some of the last business of the day was filling the roles of offices that were up for election this year.

Those offices elected were:

President (2-year term vacated by Robert Tubbs): Scott Spahr

1^st Vice President (for 1 year completing term vacated by myself):

MaryAnn Richmond of South Haven

2^nd Vice President (2 years, replacing MaryAnn as she takes on her new role):

Dennis Crescenti of L’Anse Creuse North

Secretary (2 Years): Kailee Tubbs of Davison

Region 2 (1 year, completing term vacated by Dennis):

Tom Stockton of Sterling Heights Stevenson (Welcome back to an office!)

Region 4 (2 years): Kent Crawford of Gladwin

Region 5 (2 years): Suzy Thayer of Jackson Lumen Christi

Eastside at Large (2-year term): Dave Kowalski of Bay City John Glenn

Westside at Large (1 year, completing the term vacated by the passing of Don Lamb of Allegan (Rest in Peace)): Dan Graef of Portland

Please welcome them all and utilize these officers and the entire board for your coaching questions. We are all here to help!!!!!

Finally, I just want to thank everyone who attended the meeting and for placing their trust in me to help lead this organization in assisting our members in their journey as coaches for the next two years. Just a little background for me. Currently, entering my 13^th season as the ladies coach for the Sturgis High School Trojans where I have been since the second year of the program. I am currently a USBC Bronze Level, CAP Master Elite ++, NFHS AIC, CIC, Coach Level 3 certified individual (Take as many of those CAP classes as possible, they provide a ton of knowledge). This will also be my 11^th season as a member of this board Know that I am available to help with anything I can.

Looking forward, a priority for me over the next year will be more consistent communication with the membership, increasing the membership numbers toward 100% of head coaches, and getting as many as possible actively engaged and involved. Also, finding a workable solution to the crowding issue at the State Finals, and possible expansion in number of qualifiers at State Finals.

Michigan High School Interscholastic Bowling Coaches Association

Membership forms that are accepted after Feb17, 2025 will be processed for the 2026 season.

Polling

D1, MaryAnn Richmond m.richmond@comcast.net

D2, Jeremy Jurvelin hotrod5332@yahoo.com

D3, Ron Bacon monashoresbowling@gmail.com

D4, Scott E. Spahr aic11367@yahoo.com

Committe Chair, Dave Kowalski euclidauto@speednetllc.com

Any one of the above dedicated coaches will gladly take any and all of your information and pass it along to the right division person.

Remember, our crystal ball and mind reading skills are not very good…so please without your information, good deserving programs get missed.

SAVE THE DATE!

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Fall Annual General Coaches Meeting

MHSIBCA will be conducting an on-lane Clinic at Valley Lanes in Midland hosted by: JR Raymond

More information to come!!

Scholarship, Hall of Fame and Coach of the Year forms are now available. Please check them out, under the awards tab. Print and submit to the correct board member to be considered for these awards!!

Only members are eligible to receive these awards. Please encourage coaches to join the membership so their bowlers will be eligible too!!

National High School Athletic Coaches Association

8 STRATEGIES IN MAINTAINING YOUR WORK LIFE BALANCE AS HIGH SCHOOL COACH

Building on Success

Looking Ahead

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025!!

From the Office of President Scott Spahr:

Welcome to the 2024-25 High School Bowling Season

Passing of the torch

Past President Robert Tubbs to President Scott Spahr

Message From the Office of the President

Greetings all! Scott E (Spahr) here.

To finish up, the business meeting portion of the day took place. The minutes which will be forthcoming and posted soon. Some of the last business of the day was filling the roles of offices that were up for election this year.

Those offices elected were:

President (2-year term vacated by Robert Tubbs): Scott Spahr

1st Vice President (for 1 year completing term vacated by myself):

MaryAnn Richmond of South Haven

2nd Vice President (2 years, replacing MaryAnn as she takes on her new role):

Dennis Crescenti of L’Anse Creuse North

Secretary (2 Years): Kailee Tubbs of Davison

Region 2 (1 year, completing term vacated by Dennis):

Tom Stockton of Sterling Heights Stevenson (Welcome back to an office!)

Region 4 (2 years): Kent Crawford of Gladwin

Region 5 (2 years): Suzy Thayer of Jackson Lumen Christi

Eastside at Large (2-year term): Dave Kowalski of Bay City John Glenn

Westside at Large (1 year, completing the term vacated by the passing of Don Lamb of Allegan (Rest in Peace)): Dan Graef of Portland

Please welcome them all and utilize these officers and the entire board for your coaching questions. We are all here to help!!!!!

Ready for an exciting journey for the upcoming season and beyond!

Respectfully yours

Scott E Spahr

Sturgis

President, MHSIBCA

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1^st Vice President (for 1 year completing term vacated by myself):

2^nd Vice President (2 years, replacing MaryAnn as she takes on her new role):