Mike Byrnes, co-founder of the National Scholastic Sports Foundation, wears many hats. He was (and is) an accomplished coach. His athletes have become Olympians and he has developed national class high school athletes including those who have set at least two national records. He is, as well, a master recruiter and spotter of talent, having served as the original chief recruiter for the Nike Indoor and National Outdoor Nationals. Finally, he is an accomplished writer.

His recollections and interviews appear on this page with at least one new piece per month. Enjoy!

Articles

1. GLAD TO BE OF SERVICE… — Sep 03, 2008
2. ARE WE KIDDING? — Jul 31, 2008
3. THE RACE, THE CHASE, THE WINNER — Jun 25, 2008
4. …OUR LIVES, OUR FORTUNES … — Jun 06, 2008
5. Outside Coach? — Apr 28, 2008
6. Hard To Believe — Mar 31, 2008
7. What To Look For In Beijing — Feb 25, 2008
8. North Carolina — Jan 30, 2008
9. NIKE and the NSSF - A Partnership That Works — Dec 29, 2007
10. Marion, You Broke My Heart — Nov 01, 2007
11. Don’t — Nov 01, 2007
12. Researcher Wanted — Oct 01, 2007
13. And We Helped! — Aug 31, 2007
14. The Athlete — Jul 25, 2007
15. The Coach — Jul 05, 2007
16. Go Get ‘em Byrnsie! — May 30, 2007
17. The Little Meet That Could — May 04, 2007