He has extensive experience in both hands-on youth athletic coaching and high level academic research on effective teaching and coaching of youth. Clay’s major research and professional interests relate to increasing the effectiveness of both school-based and non-school based physical activity programs for children. He is especially interested in assisting others in the design and implementation of enjoyable and exciting physical activity programs that result in lifelong physical activity participants. Recently, Dr. Sherman has worked closely with the YMCA, the Boys’ and Girls’ Club, and several youth sport agencies in accomplishing these goals.