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Marian Students Pilot MHSAA Coaches Advancement Program

Marian Students Pilot MHSAA Coaches Advancement Program

Marian High School is proud to share that five students recently participated in a pilot of the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s Coaches Advancement Program (CAP), hosted at Notre Dame Prep. Athletic Director Molly Campbell accompanied Olivia Rotter ’27, Erin DeGrazia ’27, Margaret Conroy ’28, Ellen Jansen ’28, and Emma Wyciskalla ’28 as they represented Marian in this unique leadership experience.

The MHSAA CAP is an educational program designed to support coaches in their growth and development as leaders in educational athletics. While the program is required for all head coaches in Michigan, Notre Dame Prep is piloting the initiative to introduce high school students—especially those interested in athletic leadership or future coaching careers—to its benefits early.

The students completed CAP 1 certification, a foundational course that introduces participants to the philosophy and regulations of the MHSAA, effective teaching and communication strategies, and best practices for athlete safety, injury prevention, and risk management. This training provides a strong framework for understanding the role of a coach as both a teacher and mentor while emphasizing the values of educational athletics.

Congratulations to Olivia, Erin, Margaret, Ellen, and Emma for embracing this opportunity with enthusiasm and leadership.

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