August 2024

Hello Ahmand,

Message from the Executive Director

Coaches and Administrators,

Welcome back to the 24-25 school year. The MCAofGA looks forward to working with you and your school to provide resources, professional development, and networking opportunities. Have a great school year and season, and please contact us if we can help in any way. 

MCAofGA Executive Director

Dr. Ahmand Tinker

WWW.MCAOFGA.COM

The Mission and Vision of the Minority Coaches Association of Georgia

Mission

To increase the knowledge and development of students and minorities involved in athletics. The MCAofGA is dedicated to providing a positive atmosphere where issues can be debated and resolved in a timely and respectful manner.

Vision

To develop student-athletes and minority coaches by building character, leadership qualities, time management skills, and professionalism through athletics.

MCAofGA Updates

Membership Drive

Popins Pilot

During July, MCAofGA and Popins, the world leader in photo-realistic holograms, ran a pilot program to test the viability of bringing 3D technology to high school athletics.

The pilot focused on

1. Creating a new recruitment tool for SAs,
2. Enabling school athletic programs to enhance fan engagement and
3. Taking traditional team photos to the next level.

During the program, Popins filmed SAs at seven Georgia schools – Charles Drew, Douglass-Atlanta, Salem, Spencer, Valdosta, B.E.S.T./CSKYWLA, and Heard County – creating hundreds of individual holograms. MCAofGA members and their SAs love them!

Now, Popins is offering this technology at an affordable price.

 New Partnership with Private Housing Network

The Minority Coaches Association of Georgia (MCAofGA) announced today a new partnership with the Private Housing Network. The Private Housing Network is a coalition of over 1,000 professional real estate agents catering to 330 regions throughout North America. As part of this partnership, the Private Housing Network will expand its backing to members through real estate educational resources and mentorship programs.

The Private Housing Network will assist coaches with:

● Buying or leasing a home or apartment

● The sale of primary and secondary residences (listings)

● Residential, commercial, or land investment opportunities (rental properties, flip houses, etc.)

● Real estate education

40 under 40 nominations

Do you know any rising football coaches who are making waves in the community? We're looking for the next generation of great coaches in Georgia!

Creekside vs Rome 8/6

Spencer vs Carver 8/23

Spalding vs Lovejoy 8/23

Westlake vs Gainesville 8/30

Stephenson vs Dutchtown 8/30

Douglass vs Mays 8/31

Douglas County vs Langston Hughes 9/6

Basketball Updates

MCAofGA and embRACEus will host a Fall basketball coaches' clinic at Therrell High School on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Flag Football Updates

The GFFCA is starting its first middle school league through the GMSAA, comprising 21 teams.  Eight teams will participate in August's first-ever Corky Kell Flag football games.  Please visit the GFFCA for more information. 

Industry news

US Marine Corps Educators Workshop

USMC Educators Workshop Opportunity

Selected high school and college educators, coaches, directors, counselors, and administrators are invited to see firsthand how the Marine Corps transforms young men and women into Marines. Participants will receive the most current information regarding Marine Corps training practices, military occupational specialties, service options, military lifestyle, and educational opportunities available to Marines. 

AFCA Convention

January 12 -14, 2025 (Charlotte, NC)

AFCA Convention Info

The 2025 AFCA Convention will feature a wide range of sessions including General Sessions, Buzz Sessions, X & O breakdowns, High School Coaches Academy (HSCA) sessions, and Professional Development (PDS) certification opportunities.

NCMFC Conference

February 13 -15, 2025 (Las Vegas, NV)

NCMFC Conference Info

The NCMFC Football Conference covers key topics such as coaching strategies, player development, safety protocols, and the latest trends in football, providing valuable insights and networking opportunities for coaches and football professionals.