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Athletics Contact:
Timothy Fingerhut
Athletic Director
328 Vine Street
Hammonton, NJ 08037
609 561-8700 Ext. 204
tfingerhut@stjoseph.academy
Champions on & off the field.
Athletic programs are an integral part of St. Joseph Academy’s approach to developing the whole student. We provide positive experiences that will enable students to grow physically, mentally, socially and emotionally to reach their full potential by using their God-given natural abilities. Athletics cultivates invaluable lessons about leadership, teamwork, competition and helps develop healthy habits for life. Our programs play a vital role in ensuring our students are exemplary citizens, both on and off the field.
Hard work, grit and the will to persevere have been the cornerstones of our programs and set us apart from our competition. We are proud of our athletic success but especially proud of the character every student displays and the confidence they have to bring their faith to the field.
St. Joseph Academy has well-educated, experienced and dedicated coaches to ensure our athletes refine their skills and achieve their dreams. They don’t take their roles lightly and focus on the person as well as the player. As leaders and motivators our coaches make each student’s individual goals a priority. We’ve successfully created an athletics program that the entire student body and community can be proud of.
GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY
FALL
Coach: Corrine Veight
E: cveight@stjoseph.academy
Our field hockey program is structured to develop strength, speed and stick skills through organized drills and conditioning. Coach Veight also focuses on positioning, passing and shooting mastery. Playing opportunities including competitive scrimmages and tournaments.
GIRLS CHEERLEADING
FALL & WINTER
Coach: Alyssa Mascioli-Vega
E: amascioli12@yahoo.com
Participation in our Cheerleading Squad builds self-confidence, teaches sportsmanship and helps creates lasting friendships. In addition to physical conditioning, our coaches also help develop the mental attitude necessary to bring the St. Joseph spirit to every game and event.
BOYS FOOTBALL
FALL
Coach: Paul Sacco
E: psacco@stjoseph.academy
Our football team has a well-deserved, excellent reputation and attracts the attention of universities and colleges nationwide. Coach Sacco stresses running mechanics, acceleration complexes and agility drills for every position. We go beyond the physical by helping our athletes develop mental strength and composure.
BOYS SOCCER
FALL
Boys Coach:TBD
E: TBD
St. Joseph Academy’s soccer program is a perfect opportunity for those who want to improve their game. Our Coaches provide individual and team strategies for speed adjustment, agility, balance, juggling and positioning in order to maintain ultimate control over the ball.
GIRLS SOCCER
FALL
Girls Coach: Aleea Bishop
E: abishop@stjoseph.academy
St. Joseph Academy’s soccer program is a perfect opportunity for those who want to improve their game. Our Coaches provide individual and team strategies for speed adjustment, agility, balance, juggling and positioning in order to maintain ultimate control over the ball.
BOYS & GIRLS BASKETBALL
WINTER
Boys Coach: Paul Rodio Jr.
E: prodio@stjoseph.academy
Girls Coach: Ryan Staiger
E: rstaiger@stjoseph.academy
Our basketball Coaches bring innovative and progressive drills to utilize the skills and meet the needs of every player on the court. Practice is conducted under game-like conditions to fine-tune shooting techniques, as well as defense and offense strategies. Athletes also work on dribbling, passing, footwork and finishing.
BOYS WRESTLING
WINTER
Coach: Joseph Melchiore
E: stjoewildcatwrestling@gmail.com
Having an unbreakable mindset is at the core of our wrestling team success. Coach Melchiore teaches the proper techniques and maneuvers for every situation and motivates our athletes to continuously achieve new goals. He is dedicated to instilling healthy, dietary self-disciplined lifestyles.
WINTER / SPRING TRACK & FIELD
Coach: Joseph Rodio Jr.
E: jrodio3@stjoseph.academy
St. Joseph Academy’s Track & Field team provides a fantastic, confidence boosting experience. Coach Rodio sharpens flexibility, mobility and agility skills to bring games to a new level. In addition to the fundamentals, training also includes teaching of techniques to improve focus, awareness and mental imagery.
SOFTBALL
SPRING
Coach: Les Olson
E: ols375@aol.com
Coach Olson ensures his team is well-prepared by training in all areas of the game. Focuses include conditioning and field drills, mechanics, footwork, understanding the strike zone and windmill pitching. He also places emphasis on base-running abilities, an often-overlooked skill needed on the field.
BOYS BASEBALL
SPRING
Coach: Chris Caprio
E: ccaprio@stjoseph.academy
Our coach brings a wealth of experience to our baseball program. He helps our students hone their hand-eye coordination, improve their physical endurance, develop their mental game and fine-tune muscle-memory. His approach supports the development of team synergy as well as individual skills.
