From Big Districts to Small-Town Friday Nights: Rodney Chant’s AD Journey

In this episode of the THSADA Director’s Cut powered by KALWALL we sit down with Rodney Chant, Executive Director of Athletics for San Angelo ISD and a THSADA Hall of Honor inductee, to explore the leadership lessons learned across districts big and small.

Rodney reflects on his journey from multi-high school districts like Fort Bend and Pasadena to the tight-knit community of San Angelo, where relationships run deep and Friday night lights still shut down the town.

This candid conversation covers:

• The transition from metro to rural athletics
• Advice for young coaches starting their careers
• How to draw the line between leadership and friendship
• The 40+ item checklist he uses to set coaches up for success
• Why all sports deserve equal support and visibility

Whether you're a new coach, a seasoned AD, or simply passionate about Texas high school athletics, this episode offers grounded insights from a leader who’s still doing the work—and doing it well.

👉 Watch now and hear why experience, empathy, and pacing yourself are keys to long-term success in athletic leadership.