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Breaking the Mold: Matt Walter is Disrupting Education-Based Athletics

In this eye-opening episode of Bound for Greatness, host Scott Garvis sits down with Gulfport High School Athletic Director Matt Walters-a bold, visionary leader who's not afraid to challenge tradition and shake up the status quo in high school sports.

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In this eye-opening episode of Bound for Greatness, host Scott Garvis sits down with Gulfport High School Athletic Director Matt Walters-a bold, visionary leader who's not afraid to challenge tradition and shake up the status quo in high school sports.

"It's okay to be afraid. Just don't let fear stop you from leading." - Matt Walters


From redefining leadership with student-led initiatives to confronting outdated mindsets around NIL, Matt shares what it truly means to lead with courage, authenticity, and heart.


What you'll hear in this episode:

• Why "we've always done it this way" is a dangerous mindset
• How to create a student-athlete leadership team that drives culture
• Why empowering coaches (and letting them make mistakes) builds better programs
• How love, honesty, and availability create transformational leadership
• The truth about NIL and why education must get ahead of the curve


Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or school leader looking to spark real change, this episode will challenge you to lead boldly, build relationships that matter, and embrace the discomfort that drives growth.

Tune in and get inspired to lead differently.

 


 

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Scott Garvis, CMAA

Hey there - I'm Scott Garvis, a mission-driven servant leader that inspires athletic administrators, coaches, & athletic leaders to pursue excellence & positively influence the lives others, through technology and education-based athletics.

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