Kansas State Clinic

Learn, participate and network with colleagues while earning CEUs. Hosted by the state/provincial directors and regional coordinators, this local event brings cutting-edge research and application to your backyard.

December 05, 2026 | Olathe, KS | 0.8 CEUs Category A

Overview

Location:
Colby-Sawyer College
New London, NH 03257

Hosted by:
T.J. Smith - NH SPD
tjsmith@colby-sawyer.edu
Scott Caulfield - VT SPD
scottcaulfield.cscsd@gmail.com

Abstract Poster Submissions

Schedule

Event Itinerary - Saturday, December 5
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Check-in & On-site Registration
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Leveraging Expertise: Building a Collaborative Performance Culture in Collegiate Athletics
by Evan Weinstein, MS, CSCS, RSCC
  • Identify the distinct roles and contributions of key interdisciplinary professionals within a collegiate athletic department
  • Implement practical communication and collaboration strategies that improve coordination and decision-making across performance teams
  • Develop an action plan for fostering a culture of trust, shared accountability, and athlete-centered collaboration within their own athletic department
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
High Performance Principles for General Population Clientele: Training That Spans From Pros to Parents
by Casey Lee, CSCS

High-performance training principles don’t belong exclusively to elite athletes. This presentation explores how coaches can apply the same foundational concepts used in sports performance, including assessment, individualized programming, strength, power, movement quality, and progression, to help general population clients achieve meaningful results. Attendees will learn how to take principles developed for high-level athletes and adapt them to the realities, goals, and limitations of everyday clients.

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Rucking for Performance: Programming, Coaching, and Progression for Athletes and Clients
by Hunter Dixson, CSCS
  • Identify and coach essential movements to improve rucking performance and resilience
  • Develop familiarity with rucking equipment to maximize athlete preparedness, safety, and performance
  • Apply essential conditioning, loading, and progression techniques to develop rucking performance
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch (provided) - Dining Hall
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
The Underfueled Athlete: Recognizing Red-S in the Weight Room
by Wendy Mehaffey, DC, CSCS
  • Identify signs and performance changes associated with LEA and RED-S that may present in the weight room
  • Explain how RED-S can influence strength, power, recovery, injury risk and training adaptation
  • Assess changes in performance and recovery that may indicate a sports medicine referral
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
TBD
by Kell da Costa
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
TBD
by Kelsey Roberts
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
TBD
by Dominic Fiore

Pricing



Thru Nov 17 After Nov 17*
Member  $85 $120
Student  $40 $50
Non-Member  $105 $140

*If sufficient quantities are unavailable, onsite and late registrants may not receive lunch, t-shirt, etc. (if applicable).

Register online above or use our PDF registration form and email to conferences@nsca.com.

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    If they are available, you will receive them via email within 2 weeks after the event.

    Will I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
    Yes. A certificate will be emailed to you approximately 2 weeks after the event.

    How do I report my CEUs?
    The NSCA will automatically apply the CEUs to your NSCA Account. If you need to report CEUs elsewhere, you may use the Certificate of Attendance.

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