Coach and Athletic Director Named a Finalist in Folio Magazine’s 2019 Eddie Awards

Sparta, MI, August 22, 2019 – Coach and Athletic Director magazine has been named a finalist in the Sponsored Content category of Folio’s 2019 Eddie Awards, the publishing industry’s most prestigious and coveted honor for editorial excellence. The sponsored content being acknowledged is the Coach’s Playbook: The Summitt Legacy, appearing in the November/December 2018 issue.

“We are proud to be named a finalist for one of the industry’s highest honors,” CEO Matt McCallum said. “This recognition is the result of dedication, hard work and the industry expertise of our award-winning editorial team. We’re proud to be listed among some exceptional finalists in this category.”

For 25 years, the Eddie and Ozzie Awards have celebrated excellence in magazine editorial and design across all sectors of the industry. The Eddie Awards recognize the best in print and digital editorial, while the Ozzie Awards recognize the best in magazine and website design. For the 2019 awards, a panel of more than 300 judges selected finalists from among more than 2,500 entries. Winners will be announced on October 30 during the 2019 Folio Show in New York City.

Other Great American Media Services titles being honored in the 2019 Eddie and Ozzie Awards are Gift Shop®, Full Issue; Gift Shop®, Overall Design; Gift Shop® Pets, New Magazine; Stationery Trends, Data Visualization; Fruit Growers News, Analysis; Fruit Growers News, Full Issue; Vegetable Growers News, Full Issue; Vegetable Growers News, Graphic Art; Vegetable Growers News, Series of Articles; Spudman, Series of Articles; and Greenhouse Product News, Full Issue. Information about all magazine titles can be found online at www.greatamericanmediaservices.com.

Great American Media Services’ SmartSolutions Division Named a Finalist in Folio Magazine’s 2019 Eddie Awards

Sparta, MI, August 22, 2019 – SmartSolutions, the marketing services division of Great American Media Services, has been named a finalist in the Sponsored Content category of Folio Magazine’s 2019 Eddie Awards – the publishing industry’s most prestigious and coveted honor for editorial excellence. The sponsored content being acknowledged is the Coach’s Playbook: The Summitt Legacy, appearing in the November/December 2018 issue of Coach and Athletic Director.

“We are proud to be named a finalist for one of the industry’s highest honors,” CEO Matt McCallum said. “This recognition is the result of dedication, hard work and the industry expertise of our custom solutions team. We’re proud to be listed among some exceptional finalists in this category.”

For 25 years, the Eddie and Ozzie Awards have celebrated excellence in magazine editorial and design across all sectors of the industry. The Eddie Awards recognize the best in print and digital editorial, while the Ozzie Awards recognize the best in magazine and website design. For the 2019 awards, a panel of more than 300 judges selected finalists from among more than 2,500 entries. Winners will be announced on October 30 during the 2019 Folio Show in New York City.

Other Great American Media Services titles being honored in the 2019 Eddie and Ozzie Awards are Gift Shop®, Full Issue; Gift Shop®, Overall Design; Gift Shop® Pets, New Magazine; Stationery Trends, Data Visualization; Fruit Growers News, Analysis; Fruit Growers News, Full Issue; Vegetable Growers News, Full Issue; Vegetable Growers News, Graphic Art; Vegetable Growers News, Series of Articles; Spudman, Series of Articles; and Greenhouse Product News, Full Issue. Information about all magazine titles can be found online at www.greatamericanmediaservices.com.

Coach and Athletic Director Acquires MomentumMedia to Create Powerhouse Sports Content Group

Sparta, MI, June 13, 2019 – Coach and Athletic Director magazine, owned by award-winning B2B publisher Great American Media Services, has acquired three prominent sports industry magazines previously owned by MomentumMedia – Coaching Management, Athletic Management and Training & Conditioning. The acquisition will position Great American Media Services’ Sports Group as a dominant force in providing engaging, timely and relevant content for coaches, athletic directors and athletic trainers nationwide.

“With a combined 120 years of industry experience and expertise, this enhanced Sports Group will educate and inform team sports industry professionals on a whole new level,” said Great American Media Services Vice President of Sales and Publishing Director Bob Ziltz. “Our marketing partners will greatly benefit from an expanded customer base who will discover new suppliers, products and perspectives through this enhanced multimedia platform.”

The Sports Group will continue to offer the most popular content from Coaching Management and Athletic Management within the pages of Coach and Athletic Director, creating a single powerhouse brand that will cover all aspects of team sports ­– from facilities and product innovations, to player safety and athlete development. Training & Conditioning will continue as the leading multimedia brand focused on content specific to strength training, injury prevention, rehabilitation, improving athlete performance and more. Winning Hoops, a leading resource for basketball coaches nationwide, will round out the Sports Group.

Great American Media Services is proud to welcome Mark Goldberg to the team as Publisher. Mark brings years of sports industry publishing experience as the founder of Coaching Management, Athletic Management and Training & Conditioning. Together with Sports Group Publisher Brian Virgona, the two will lead this fully integrated platform of print publications, websites, e-newsletters and social media platforms. Kevin Hoffman will continue as Editorial Director, overseeing content for all publications. They will combine their years of experience to strategically align these magazines and create even more valuable resources for nearly 300,000 industry professionals across all 50 states.

“I’m looking forward to a successful transition of our brands and confident this collaboration will prove beneficial for the sports industry as a whole,” said Goldberg. “Individually, these magazines have dominated the competitive sports landscape for years. Combined, they will serve as powerful resources to develop winning sports programs across all levels of competitive play.”

Additional information about Great American Media Services can be found online, at www.greatamericanmediaservices.com. Questions regarding this acquisition can be directed to Publishing Director Bob Ziltz at bziltz@greatamericanpublish.com or 616-799-3504.

Two Great American Media Services titles win 2018 Folio awards

Two magazine titles produced by Great American Media Services have won 2018 Folio Magazine Eddie and Ozzie Awards, the publishing industry’s most prestigious and coveted honor for editorial and design excellence. The winners are Lawn & Garden Retailer for its March 2018 issue, B2B Full Issue/Retail category, and the Stationery Trends 2018 Media Kit, Media Kit/Retail category.

“We are incredibly proud to take home top honors in two categories this year, and commend the Lawn & Garden Retailer and Stationery Trends teams for their hard work and commitment to excellence,” said Great American Media Services CEO Matt McCallum. “Our team is among the best in publishing, and being recognized by industry peers as a market leader is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our editors and designers.”

Great American Media Services had a total of 10 finalists, representing seven of its titles, in the various awards categories. See the full list of Great American Media Services finalists here.

For more than 20 years, the Eddie and Ozzie Awards have celebrated excellence in magazine editorial and design across all sectors of the industry. The Eddie Awards recognize the best in print and digital editorial, while the Ozzie Awards recognize the best in magazine and website design. For the 2018 awards, a panel of more than 300 judges selected finalists from among more than 2,000 entries. Winners were announced on Oct. 9 at the 2018 Folio Show in New York.

About Great American Media Services

With more than 50 years of experience in business-to-business communications and marketing, Great American Media Services is a leading source of industry information for the agriculture, horticulture, retail and sports industries through its 15 print magazines, related digital communications and supporting industry events. In addition, Great American Media Services offers a number of additional marketing solutions for clients to engage with prospective customers on a multitude of platforms. Visit www.greatamericanmediaservices.com for additional information.

Coach & Athletic Director announces inaugural 40 Under 40 honorees

Coach and Athletic Director magazine, in partnership with the National High School Athletic Coaches Association (NHSACA) has announced its inaugural 40 Under 40 Class of 2018 – a group of exemplary sports professionals nominated by their peers for the impressive accomplishments of their young careers. The Class of 2018 was honored at the NHSACA Annual Convention on Monday, June 25, 2018, and will be featured in the upcoming July/August issue of Coach and Athletic Director.

Launched this year, the Class of 2018 represents a broad spectrum of sports industry professionals, from coaches and athletic directors, to sports news reporters and industry suppliers. These young professionals are making substantial strides for their individual athletic programs and the industry as a whole.

“Our inaugural Sports 40 Under 40 Class of 2018 represents the next generation of industry leaders who will significantly evolve the industry in their respective sports and areas,” said Publisher Brian Virgona. “Their impressive accomplishments to date are reflective of their natural leadership, motivation and desire to make a difference in the lives of young athletes.”

More than 150 industry professionals gathered to celebrate the Class of 2018 during the NHSACA Annual Convention, which kicked off with a social networking event followed by the presentation of awards hosted by Virgona and Editorial Director Kevin Hoffman. The 2018 honorees are:

  • John Achen, Athletic Director at Palisades Charter High School in Pacific Palisades, Calif.
  • Ryan Anderson, Director of Athletics at Menomonee Falls School District in Menomonee Falls, Wis.
  • Will Baumann, Head Volleyball Coach at Clarinda Community Schools in Clarinda, Iowa
  • Luke Beach, Athletic Director at Rochester High School in Rochester Hills, Mich.
  • Thomas Brockett, Dean of Students, Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Ansonia High School in Ansonia, Conn.
  • Bob Broderick, Co-Founder and Vice President of Sales and Marketing of XTECH Protective Equipment
  • Joe Brown, Athletic Director at Roosevelt High School in Johnstown, Colo.
  • James Bunnell, Athletic Director at Saugus High School in Saugus, Mass.
  • Vito Chiaravalloti, Athletic Director at Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, NJ
  • Brian Clarke, Director of the Strength and Conditioning Program at Noblesville School System in Noblesville, Ind.
  • Ann Gaffigan, Chief Technology Officer and USA Track and Field Athletics Committee Secretary in Olathe, Kan.
  • Dan Gill, Director of Athletics at Episcopal School of Dallas in Dallas, Texas
  • David Graff, Brian Kaiser and John Wirtz, co-founders of Hudl
  • Gregg Groen, Head Girls Basketball Coach at Cedar Falls Athletics in Waverly, Iowa
  • Chris Hobbs, Associate Athletic Director and Head Basketball Coach at The King’s Academy in West Palm Beach, Fla.
  • Eric Johnson, Knights Head Baseball Coach at West Essex Regional School District in North Caldwell, NJ
  • Steve Jones, Head Football Coach at Kimberly High School in Kimberly, Wis.
  • Terra King, Varsity Volleyball Coach at Harper Creek High School in Battle Creek, Mich.
  • Micah Kurtz, Head Strength Coach at A.C. Flora High School in Columbia, SC
  • Gary Lawson, Head Women’s Soccer Coach at St. Joseph’s College in Brooklyn, NY
  • Scott Lewis, Varsity Basketball Coach at Grand Ledge High School in Grand Ledge, Mich.
  • Kevin MacCauley, CEO & Founder at Upper Hand
  • Jefferson Mason, Director of Basketball Development and Training Specialist at Dr. Dish Basketball
  • Andrea McHugh-Riche, Associate Athletics Director at Concordia University in Irvine, Calif.
  • Bryan Meagher, Associate Head Coach at Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Va.
  • Casey Meile, Activities Director in Sioux Falls Roosevelt High School in Sioux Falls, SD
  • Derrick Minor, Head Football Coach at Foard High School in Newton, NC
  • Eric Olson, Football Coach at Milnor-North Sergeant in Gwinner, ND, and NDHSCA President
  • Jason Parker, District Director of Athletics at Sapulpa Public Schools in Sapulpa, Okla.
  • Patrik Pistorio, Head Football Coach at South Elgin High School in South Elgin, Ill.
  • J.D. Plumlee, Head Football Coach at Fountain Lake High School in Hot Springs, Ark.
  • Michael Poploskie, Athletic Director at Mastery Charter Schools in Philadelphia, Penn.
  • Jackie Randall, Women’s Athletic Director at Elk Grove High School in Elk Grove Village, Ill.
  • Megan Salle, KTWO Sports Anchor in Buffalo, Wyo.
  • Josh Shattuck, Assistant Athletic Director and Head Football Coach and Elkhart Central High School in Elkhart, Ind.
  • Marc Sheil, VP of Sales & Marketing at Sideline Power
  • Sef Sunia, Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach at The College Preparatory School in Oakland, Calif.
  • Matt Troha, Assistant Executive Director of the Illinois High School Association in Bloomington, Ill.
  • Danielle Turner, District Athletic Director at Central Bucks School District in Doylestown, Penn.
  • Josh Vandergrift, Athletic Director at A. Crawford Mosley High School in Lynn Haven, Fla.

“We were thrilled to welcome Coach and Athletic Director and the Sports 40 Under 40 Awards to the NHSACA National Convention,” said NHSACA Executive Director Dave Dougherty. “This awards program exemplifies the best in young leadership within the sports industry and gives us incredible optimism for what the future holds.”

For more information on each member of the Sports 40 Under 40 Class of 2018, visit coachad.com/40-under-40. Nominations for the Class of 2019 will be available online, at www.coachad.com, beginning in December 2018.

About Coach and Athletic Director

Published by Great American Media Services, Coach and Athletic Director is the print, digital and online resource for interscholastic sports programs at all levels. Visit www.gpnmag.com for additional information.

About Great American Media Services

With more than 50 years of experience in business-to-business communications and marketing, Great American Media Services is a leading source of industry information for the agriculture, horticulture, retail and sports industries through its 14 print magazines, related digital communications and supporting industry events. In addition, Great American Media Services offers a number of additional marketing solutions for clients to engage with prospective customers on a multitude of platforms. Visit www.greatamericanmediaservices.com for additional information.

Seven Great American Media Services titles named finalists in 2018 Folio Awards

Seven magazine titles produced by B2B publishing company Great American Media Services have been named finalists in the 2018 Folio Magazine Eddie and Ozzie Awards, the publishing industry’s most prestigious and coveted honor for editorial and design excellence. The company’s finalists are:

  • Coach and Athletic Director January 2018 Issue (B2B Full Issue/Education)
  • Gift Shop Summer 2017 Issue (B2B Full Issue/Retail)
  • Lawn & Garden Retailer March 2018 Issue (B2B Full Issue/Retail)
  • Stationery Trends 2018 Media Kit (Media Kit/Retail)
  • Stationery Trends (B2B Redesign/Retail)
  • Fruit Growers News December 2017 issue (B2B Full Issue/Agriculture)
  • Vegetable Growers News January 2018 issue (B2B Full Issue/Agriculture)
  • Vegetable Growers News February 2018 issue (B2B Full Issue/Agriculture)
  • Vegetable Growers News Labor Series (B2B Series/Single Article)
  • BASF Special Issue (Custom Content)

“We are incredibly honored to be named a finalist in various categories for so many outstanding issues and projects,” Great American Media Services CEO Matt McCallum said. “This recognition is a testament to the dedication, hard work and industry expertise of our entire team. We strive for the best, and it’s gratifying to be recognized by our publishing industry peers as market leaders.”

For more than 20 years, the Eddie and Ozzie Awards have celebrated excellence in magazine editorial and design across all sectors of the industry. The Eddie Awards recognize the best in print and digital editorial, while the Ozzie Awards recognize the best in magazine and website design. For the 2018 awards, a panel of more than 300 judges selected finalists from among more than 2,000 entries. Winners will be announced on October 9 at the 2018 Folio Show in New York City.

About Great American Media Services

With more than 50 years of experience in business-to-business communications and marketing, Great American Media Services is a leading source of industry information for the agriculture, horticulture, retail and sports industries through its 15 print magazines, related digital communications and supporting industry events. In addition, Great American Media Services offers a number of additional marketing solutions for clients to engage with prospective customers on a multitude of platforms. Visit www.greatamericanmediaservices.com for additional information.