Strength of America Award

The President's Council has teamed up with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) to improve strength programs and gym conditions in high schools across the country. Schools that earn the Strength of America Award Exit Disclaimer have demonstrated excellence in the implementation of safe and effective strength and conditioning programs. Apply today for the Strength of America award using the NSCA Strength of America Award Application Booklet Exit Disclaimer. Applications for the award must be received by May 15th. Award winners are formally announced during the NSCA's National Conference Award Ceremony held every July.

2011 Winners

  • Athens Academy, Athens, GA, Coach Bryan Pulliam, CSCS, RSCC
  • Castle View High School, Castle Rock, CO, Coach Patrick McHenry, MA, CSCS,*D
  • Greater Atlanta Christian School, Norcross, GA, Coach Gary Schofield, CSCS
  • Homewood-Flossmoor High School, Flossmoor, IL, Coach Steve Szymkowiak, MA, ATC, CSCS
  • Marquette University High School, Milwaukee, WI, Coach Mike Duehring, CSCS,*D
  • Muskego High School, Muskego, WI, Coach Mike Nitka, MS, CSCS,*D, RSCC, FNSCA
  • School of Human Movement Studies – Western Region Academy of Sport, Bathurst, Australia, Coach Stephen Bird, CSCS
  • Widefield High School, Colorado Springs, CO, Coach Bob Tim, MA, ATC, CSCS
  • Charlotte Country Day School, Charlotte, NC, Coach Darnell Clark, CSCS