The Freshman Foundation® Podcast
FFP77: How is Angelo Gingerelli helping college student-athletes conquer the next four years?
Episode Notes
Episode Summary:
In this episode, I sit down with Angelo Gingerelli, Strength and Conditioning Coach at Seton Hall University, to discuss the often overlooked aspects of transitioning from high school to college sports. Angelo brings over 20 years of experience to the conversation and shares insights from his new book, The Next Four Years, which helps student-athletes prepare both physically and mentally for the challenges of college athletics. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or parent, this episode offers valuable advice on how to thrive in college sports and make the most of the next four years.
Guest Bio:
Angelo Gingerelli is the strength and conditioning coach at Seton Hall University. With two decades of experience, Angelo has worked with a variety of sports programs, helping athletes optimize their performance. He recently authored The Next Four Years, a guide for athletes transitioning from high school to college sports.
Key Topics:
- Angelo's background and 20-year tenure at Seton Hall University (00:03)
- Common challenges faced by student-athletes transitioning to college (02:15)
- The physical and mental gaps athletes face when moving from high school to college sports (03:34)
- How the transfer portal and NIL deals have changed the college athletics landscape (03:52)
- The importance of focusing on personal progress rather than comparisons to other athletes (06:46)
- Angelo’s insights on the role of strength and conditioning in athlete development (04:54)
- The importance of building a strong foundation in basic movement patterns (10:07)
- What coaches and parents should know about preparing student-athletes for college sports (21:47)
- Angelo’s advice for athletes on how to best prepare for the physical demands of college sports (22:00)
Notable Quotes:
- “A lot of kids and families look at signing that national letter of intent as the finish line. In reality, that’s the starting line.” — Angelo Gingerelli
- “Training should be a part of your life all the time, even when you're enjoying your summer.” — Angelo Gingerelli
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Timestamps:
- 00:01: Introduction and welcome
- 00:14: Angelo's background and experience
- 02:15: Challenges student-athletes face in college
- 03:34: Transfer portal and its impact on college sports
- 04:35: The strength and conditioning philosophy at Seton Hall
- 10:07: Importance of mastering foundational movements
- 22:00: Angelo’s advice for preparing physically for college athletics
- 47:22: How to get Angelo’s book, The Next Four Years
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