What is your fondest memory as a student-athlete?
Winning the NCAC tournament in my senior year (1999).
What is your fondest memory during your Allegheny coaching career?
Playing in last year's (2013) NCAC championship game.
What brought you to Allegheny?
Having the chance to coach at my alma mater.
If you could coach another sport for one day, what would it be?
Golf. I just love being out on the course.
Do you have any personal pre-game routines?
I'm your typical superstitious baseball guy, but I don't really have a pre-game routine.
Favorite movie for a bus trip?
Bull Durham.
Favorite band/music artist?
Pearl Jam.
Favorite television show?
It was Dexter. I need to find a new one.
Favorite pro sports team?
Cleveland Indians.
Favorite athlete?
Michael Brantley.
Favorite book?
"The Art of Fielding" by Chad Harbach.
Dream vacation?
Italy. I was fortunate to take that trip with my family in 2012.
You can choose three dinner guests – who would they be?
Abraham Lincoln, Ted Williams, Augie Garido.
You can choose one historical sporting event go back in time an attend – what would it be?
Game six of the 1948 World Series.
What is the top item on your bucket list?
Going to Omaha for the College World Series.
Describe Allegheny in three words or less.
Tradition of excellence.
Who has been your greatest influence during your coaching career?
Joe Schaly helped me early in my career understand what it takes to be a successful college baseball coach. I actually worked under three great head coaches while I was an assistant coach. I feel really fortunate to have learned from some of the best.
What is one piece of advice you'd give to an incoming freshman student-athlete?
Greatness doesn't happen overnight, it takes hard work and time. Stick with it and you will be rewarded. Always put the team first and be a great teammate.
What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone interested in pursuing a career in coaching?Take the best things you've learned from each coach you've been around in your life. These experiences will help you shape your coaching philosophy. Always continue to learn and grow as a coach.
