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College of Staten Island Athletics
The Official College of Staten Island Athletics Podcast is your weekly look inside the world of College of Staten Island Athletics, with weekly previews, reviews, interviews and conversations with players, coaches, administrators, alumni, media, faculty, and community leaders. Catch new episodes every Friday on csidolphins.com. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-dolphin-pod/support
On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran had a chance to break down the spring semester with newly appointed Interim Director of Athletics T.J. Tibbs. After discussing their thoughts on the year as a whole, Pizzuto and Doran then spoke to Tibbs on how he felt about the spring competitive season, one that started in his opening days as Director. Tibbs also talked about his short and long term goals, and how he hopes the program moves in the wake of COVID and the the NCAA provisional process. The group discussed some of what Tibbs' processes will consist of this summer and how he envisions the fall upcoming, one that may include more of a sense of normalcy moving forward.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nick Doran chatted with CSI Baseball standout Angel Santiago, who first shed light on the role that baseball has played on his life. Originally recruited to play at St. Thomas Aquinas College, Santiago transferred to CSI this past fall, and talked about the process and the decision-making involved. The group talked about how the team navigated play in 2021, which included a short ramp-up to play and then a full-scale immersion into the East Coast Conference and NCAA Division II. Santiago shed light on some of his and the team's goals for the future, and he saved time at the end to discuss exactly how he likes his favorite food prepared.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran chatted with Softball sophomore standout Emily Koerick, who burst on to the scene with CSI as a transfer from New York Institute of Technology. Koerick talked about her early career and what brought her to Division II softball. They talked about the closure of NYIT and her reaction to it and what ultimately made her decide on CSI as her next home. The trio discussed the challenges associated with the COVID pause and with CSI's first-year transition into the ECC. Koerick also broke down the highs and lows of the season, and what the team is looking forward to doing in the future.
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On this week's show, Co-Host David Pizzuto chatted with swimmer and Esports star Maxim Kleyer, who talked about how the COVID stall of the swimming season allowed him the opportunity to pursue Esports more rigorously. Playing with colleagues for the first time this fall, he explained how the team was able to gel and mature into one of the conference's, and now the nation's elite Rocket League teams. Kleyer lent insight into what it takes to be successful in the sport, how Esports keeps him balanced, and the future of the team that is still in its relative infancy. It's an eye-opening episode with a guest who will make a splash physically and virtually at CSI.
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On this week's show, Host David Pizzuto wraps up the week and previews what's on tap before then sitting with CSI baseball freshman Thomas Marten. Getting a late start on the team, Marten has been dynamite since joining, as he currently leads the Dolphins in hitting. He talked about his decision to come play baseball at CSI, his opening semester working remotely, and his acclimation to the team now that they have been in action. He discusses the progressions his team is making and what he hopes for his future at CSI.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran wrap up a busy week prior, including the big news of Doran taking over as Interim Head Coach for Men's Basketball. After a preview of what's ahead, the duo spoke with softball star Samantha MacPherson, who went over several topics including the changes that the team has undergone, with a change in NCAA Division, conference, and coaching staff. They spoke of the absence of the Softball season in 2020 and how the team stayed steadfast and focused during the pause in time for the start of this season, which has yielded a respectable start. MacPherson touched on some of her personal and team goals, and how the team is approaching playing conference teams during the second time around the schedule. They even saved time to talk about her beloved Mets and how she got her very unique nickname.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran wrap up the week prior, which featured the season openers for both Baseball and Softball programs, and the playoff push by CSI's series of Esports teams. After a preview of what's to come, the subject turned to CSI Outdoor Track & Field, and the duo welcomed in James Luginsland, second-year assistant coach who specializes in CSI's throwing events. Luginsland shared his personal story and what got him involved in coaching throws and what brought him to CSI. He also spoke about the events themselves and techniques needed, the growth of the CSI program, what makes a perfect recruit, and how the young program has tried to steady itself during the COVID pause. We also learned of who to watch for when the season officially gets underway later this month.
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On this week's episode, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nick Doran discuss the upcoming opening days for Baseball and Softball, and then welcome in special guest T.J. Tibbs, who was recently appointed Interim Director of Athletics. Tibbs spoke about how he came into the position, his thoughts on leaving coaching behind, and his outlook on the department in the short, medium, and long-range future. He spoke about the complexities of the position, strengths and challenges, and what he hopes the future holds.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nick Doran welcome in Eric Kraut, the Head Coach for Softball to discuss his thoughts ahead of the 2021 season. The team just got recent approval to begin their spring season, and Coach Kraut discusses the makeup of the team and his thoughts on what is to come by the time he makes his debut in just over a week. Kraut talked about the process of building a program essentially from a clean slate, with COVID having knocked out the 2020 season, and discussed his formula for success, both personally, and on the field in time for a full NCAA Division II season.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nick Doran make Director of Athletics Charles Gomes the focus, reflecting on his extraordinary career at the College that is filled with incredible achievements and high points. Gomes recently made the decision to resign from his position and he about the difficult decision he wrestled with and how COVID was a factor in the process. He spoke about what he is most proud of and what has kept him so invested these years. The group talked about the achievements made during his tenure and also the challenges that still very much exist as he transitions out of the position. Gomes also talked about the excitement level associated with taking on a new challenge in his life, which includes a permanent move to Florida. It's a special episode with a tremendous leader you won't want to miss.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran preview the spring sports season, and welcomed in Head Baseball Coach Michael Mauro. Despite being on pause, there is still plenty of excitement surrounding the program, as CSI ushers in what they hope will be a full slate of games within the ECC in 2021. Mauro talked about his career to this point, what makes his teams unique, and how CSI Baseball wants to make its mark moving forward. The skipper talked about the challenges centered around COVID, and the frustrations associated with being sidelined to this point. Knowing that there are brighter days ahead, Mauro shed light on what is still outstanding for him at this stage in his career, having us anxiously looking forward to what is still ahead.
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On this week's episode, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nick Doran start by discussing the state of the program and how CSI is approaching the potential for spring practice and play. After a break, they welcome in CSI freshman Samuel Pope of the Men's Cross-Country and Track & Field team. Pope spoke about how he narrowed his sports focus in high school specifically to track and how he came to land at CSI from his hometown in Texas. He talked about life amidst COVID in Dolphin Cove and how he is staying focused and in shape, especially with the recent winter weather settling in/ Pope shared his thoughts on how to excel in the classroom and his academic pursuits as well as what he likes to do when he is away from the classroom and the field.
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On this week's edition of The Dolphin Pod, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran sat with CSI Swimming & Diving senior Michael Sorensen, who spoke on the juggling act he has had to maintain as he has gotten the most of his college experience. Sorensen talked about the weight of five different majors and what he hopes to do post-graduation. Sorensen obtained a very rare fifth-year scholarship from the Macaulay Honors College and is doing it side-by-side with his swim exploits as well, not to mention his service through the school at large as part of Student Government. How does he get it all done, and what is it like being from a CSI family (Michael's brother Chris was also a CSI student-athelete)? That and more on a great interview on this week's episode.
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On this week's edition of The Dolphin Pod, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Nick Doran sat with CSI SportsNet voice and current podcaster Nick Durst, who lent insight into how he started with podcasting, and how the relatively new medium is serving as a conduit for engaging conversations with some of the biggest sports media stars like former NBA Head Coach Jeff Van Gundy and WFAN Radio Host Craig Carton. Durst's recent interview with Kenny Albert unveiled his connection to CSI and former Head Coach Tony Petosa, ushering their appearance on The Dolphin Pod last week. Durst talked about juggling the rigors of the podcast alongside his other work with The Shark Group, and how he hopes to parlay the work he's doing on a more national scale in years to come.
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On this week's edition of The Dolphin Pod, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran sat with broadcasting giant Kenny Albert and former CSI Men's Basketball Head Coach Tony Petosa, mapping out their rise as young professionals on what was the College of Staten Island campus in the mid-1980's. Back then, the duo were connected with the Staten Island Stallions' USBL franchise, Petosa as a player and Albert as a young up-and-coming media member working behind-the-scenes with former CSI coach and Hall of Famer Evan Pickman. The two spoke of their progressions and advancements in their respective fields, and offered advice to current student-athletes and young professionals looking to elevate in the industry. Albert also offered a very unique memory that serves as one of his favorite sports moments, and promised to visit again in the future.
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On this week's edition of The Dolphin Pod, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran sit with Head Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving Coach Michael Ackalitis, who doubles as the school's Assistant Athletics Director for Aquatics. Ackalitis talked about his start in coaching, trying to build the program, and the recent challenges he is facing thanks to COVID. The group talked about the impact that building closures have on the physical and mental well-being of a swimmer, and how the team is making use of its time away from the pool. The group saved time to talk about the future of the program at the college and what it holds for them at the NCAA Division II level.
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On this week's show East Coast Conference Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Communications Casey Rafferty makes his first appearance, talking about his career in collegiate athletics that led him to the ECC in 2010. He talked about the changing landscape of the conference and some of the decisions centered around the acceptance of the College of Staten Island in 2019. The group talked about the challenges of COVID experienced by Rafferty and his colleagues at the conference-level and how it effects the outlook of both winter and spring sports moving forward. The trio saved time to discuss Rafferty's favorite ECC moments of all time and his perspective on the professional sports scene.
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On this week's show Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran are joined by CSI Director of Athletics Charles Gomes. A regular guest, Gomes intros a new calendar year at CSI by discussing the program's state of affairs at the midway point of the year. Despite no intercollegiate competition since mid-March of 2020, CSI is knee-deep in its second year as an NCAA Division II institution, and Gomes and his staff are continuing to make progressions towards full membership. The Athletic Director talked about his personal challenges surrounding the inactivity, the outlook on the winter and sports seasons, and return to play protocols.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran analyze Women's Basketball and sit down with Head Coach Nicole Sarcone. Coach Sarcone went over her team and the recent response to the COVID inactivity. As one of CSI's highest-achieving programs in 2019-20, the third-year coach discussed what the pause signifies for her team, and how it plays into building a culture at the school and the new move to NCAA Division II. The coach talked about best practices and the type of player that fits her team, the recent recruiting class, and the outlook on what the program hopes to be when it does get back on track, hopefully in late-winter, early-spring.
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On this week's edition of The Dolphin Pod, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran concentrate on the winter sport of Men's Basketball for the second consecutive week. After looking at the student-athlete perspective with Messiah Mallory last week, the duo this week analyze the sport from the coaching angle with Head Men's Basketball Coach T.J. Tibbs. The group talked about the state of the program currently and the state of mind of the group as a whole during the COVID inactivity. Tibbs explained some of his personal and team philosophies during this time and strategies for success and personal growth. The group save time to talk a little basketball and what it might look like when things do reconvene, and what the coach has been up to on a podcast of his own that recently debuted.
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On this week's episode the focus for co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran shifts to winter sports and men's basketball takes center stage. Freshman standout recruit Messiah Mallory joined the show, talking about his personal story around basketball, and what got him to the College of Staten Island. Mallory discusses what life has been like rehabilitating from an injury that knocked out his senior high school season, and the inactivity surrounding COVID. Mallory also weighed in on what his personal goals are and what he has been doing to stay focused on his career and his preparation in time for whenever basketball season gets underway.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran first break down the biggest competitive news of the week, the recent ECC Championship on Wednesday by the Esports team. Then, it was time to welcome in both Robert Wallace, Interim Vice-President for Economic Development and Government Relations and Jessica Collura, the Interim Chief of Staff and Deputy to the President, with discussion that covered a broad range of topics. The duo talked about their starts in higher education and at the College of Staten Island and their thoughts on overseeing Athletics at CSI. They spoke about the transition to online learning and work in the COVID landscape and how the Athletics program dovetails with the College's Strategic Plan. They discussed the importance of the move to Division II, and had parting thoughts and wisdom to share with CSI student-athletes, parents, and future classes within the program.
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On this week's episode of The Dolphin Pod, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran review the Esports week that was that previews a Valorant Championship on the horizon. After a break, the duo shifts gears to talk about the CSI Hall of Fame with former Dolphin and Hall of Famer Jeff Benjamin. A member of the inaugural class, Benjamin recounts his terrific career at CSI and how the college help develop him into a community leader in the Staten Island racing community. The group discussed his Hall of Fame acknowledgement and what it now means to him to be a part of the committee, the racing landscape on Staten Island, and the keys to being successful as a runner.
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On this week's episode co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran begin with the discussion of Esports and the close of the respective Regular Seasons as they get set for the ECC Playoffs. After a break the duo sit and chat with Marketing Coordinators Kelsey Carey and Michael Mauro. The two discuss their roles as coaches and how the sports pause has effected them and their teams. They also talk about strategizing CSI's marketing and philanthropic campaign in the wake of today's climate, ponder the importance of scholarships, and share methodologies to success going forward.
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On this week's show, it was all about Esports! First, co-hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran break down the week previous and the week ahead competitively, focusing on Esports and their clinching of an ECC playoff berth in both video games of Overwatch and Valorant. After a commercial break, the duo sits down with Kevin Alushllari of the Esports Overwatch team and Ryan Lu of the Esports Valorant team to discuss the intricacies of their respective games, the inaugural season and the coming together of the teams, and the playoff run ahead. The group went over things like tips on how to improve, how they define success individually vs. team play, and how they get away from it all when the gameplay becomes too much. It's an informative episode you won't want to miss as CSI makes its first ever ECC Playoff run.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran focus their attention on Men's Soccer, as well as the Sports & Recreation Center facilities as they chat with Head Men's Soccer Coach and Assistant Athletic Director John Tardy. First up, the duo reviewed the week that was and the competitive week ahead, that focused on CSI's Esports team and their run at the playoffs. Then, Tardy joined the show to talk about the progress he has made with Men's Soccer as one of CSI's longest-tenured coached. He talked about the move up to Division II, building the proper culture, and doing side-by-side with responsibilities as the Assistant Athletics Director for Facilities, especially in light of the reopening plans with COVID.
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On this week's episode, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran wrap up the week's activity and preview the week ahead, then sit and chat with CSI Assistant Athletic Director and Head Athletic Trainer Alyson Ocasio, who chatted about her career path in Athletic Training, the busy summer navigating COVID, preparing for a virtual and remote operational standard, and getting CSI back to play in the wake of the pandemic. Ocasio speaks frankly about the work ahead, life in the Northeast, and her own personal feelings around the virus and the toll it has taken on her and the department.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran first discuss the week that was and the week ahead, centered around the red-hot start from the school's Esports team. After a break, the subject turns to CSI Cross-Country and Track & Field, as the duo sat with junior Spencer Milito to discuss his career and the road ahead for the team. Milito discussed his intense workout regimen, what the COVID pause means to him as someone living on campus, and what he is doing to prepare for a season that he hopes is on the horizon. The scholar-athlete also looks ahead to a future post-graduation and what it has meant to him to be a part of the program thus far.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran wrapped up the week that was and the week ahead competitively, dominated by Esports, and then following a break spoke to CSI Women's Soccer Head Coach Jackie Bruno. A highly-decorated former player, Bruno talked about her career and what attracted her to coaching. She spoke about the opportunity at CSI, making the jump to NCAA Division II and the makeup of the roster and some of the goals set for the team moving forward. The group talked about the COVID stall and what it has meant for the first-year college coach, and how the team is diligently preparing for a potential campaign this spring.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran wrap up the week that was, centered on Esports and their continued undefeated start to the season, After the break the duo center their attention on CSI Women's Soccer, and the great story behind junior transfer Barbara Serrano. Coming to CSI by way of Monroe College's national championship program, Serrano is Venezuelan-born, and talked about her experiences growing up around soccer, acclimating to higher education in the United States, her handling of online learning and response to COVID, and what is on the horizon after soccer. On next week's show the theme will stay with Women's Soccer, as Head Coach Jackie Bruno will join the show.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran recap the week that was and preview the week ahead, largely centered around Esports. The duo then welcomed in Director of Athletics Charles Gomes and Associate Director of Athletics Erin Van Nostrand, to discuss the current state of athletics at CSI and the future as part of Provisional Year Two of NCAA Division II. The group discussed the busier-than-normal summer, devising plans in the wake of COVID-19, the current situation within the program, and the extra emphasis put on the program by the NCAA in the wake of being provisional. The group saved time to discuss the current NCAA landscape, including how major Division I conferences are handling fall football and other sports heavily-tied to funding and what it means for the future of the NCAA. It's an episode you won't want to miss.
Coming up next week on The Dolphin Pod: Women's Soccer first-year transfer Barbara Serrano.
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In the first show of the 2020-21 school year, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran concentrate and go in-depth into Esports, the newest varsity offering at the College of Staten Island. After talking general sports and the significance of 9/11, the duo then welcome in Esports Coordinator Alberto Sanchez and Intramurals Coordinator Sal Caruso, who break down the games Overwatch and Valorant, two games sponsored by the East Coast Conference and where the Dolphins will be immediately eligible for competitive play. They talk creation of the team, strategy, and even save time to debate the sometimes controversial topic of whether or not Esports should sit beside conventional sports offerings on college campuses.
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In The Dolphin Pod season finale, hosts David Pizzuto & Nicholas Doran focus on the No. 1 moments on the Summer Countdowns. First, the duo reviewed The No. 1 most watched broadcast on CSI SportsNet, CSI Men's Soccer home opener against Concordia College, an overtime thriller that also marked CSI's debut against a Division II school. Following a break, the duo chatted for nearly an hour with Head Men's Basketball Coach T.J, Tibbs, with the highlight being the team's home-opening win against NCAA Division II New York Tech, voted by staffers as the No. 1 moment on the Flashback Friday countdown. Tibbs also spoke about his career at CSI, the move to Division II, the past 2019-20 season and the impressions going into a COVID-covered 2020-21 season. T.J.'s dog Brooklyn also announces his appearance as well! The Dolphin Pod will return in two weeks with a show lineup to kick off the 2020-21 athletics year, premiering September 11, 2020.
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On a special Q&A episode of The Dolphin Pod, CSI Director of Athletics Charles Gomes sits with host David Pizzuto on the campus' first day of classes to discuss the ongoing circumstances surrounding CSI Athletics and the COVID-19 suspension of activity and closure of facilities. Gomes answers specific questions asked of him by listeners centered around campus facilities, athletics operations, NCAA compliance and more. This is the first of a series of specials we will have throughout the fall semester. To submit questions for future episodes, click HERE.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran continue to navigate through the Summer Top 10 countdowns which this week was dominated by Men's Soccer. First, the duo discuss Men's Soccer's tilt against Brooklyn College, the second most-viewed broadcast on CSI SportsNet, earning the No.2 position on the countdown, a game that saw CSI defeat the Bulldogs, 2-0. After a break, the pair welcomed in Philip Lefkowitz, exiting senior on the Men's Soccer team, to discuss CSI's 2-1 win over Felician College in the season-finale, CSI's first ever win over another Division II school as a Division II school. Lefkowitz scored the game-winner with just 33 seconds left in the game. He spoke about his career, which included a CSI Male Athlete of the Year honor following his junior season, and what life hopefully has in store for him beyond his playing career at CSI.
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On this week's show, the Top 10 summer countdowns continued to be the focus. First up, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran spoke about the big debut of Esports, CSI's newest varsity sport, then turned their attention to the No. 3 moment on the CSI SportsNet most viewed countdown, Men's Basketball's home opening win and first against a Division II school, against NYIT on November 20. After a break, women's hoops became the focus, as the duo chatted with junior Kayla Schmitter, who was on hand to discuss the No. 3 moment on the Flashback Friday countdown, the Dolphins season-ending win over Baruch that finalized the team's season on a 12-game win streak and a best-ever 15-1 regular season CUNYAC record, finalized by the team cutting down the nets at The Tank.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran focus on the No. 4 moments on the summer Top 10 countdowns. First up, Doran discussed the No. 4 moment on the SportsNet most watched list which was Men's Basketball's Tournament of Heroes double-OT win over Curry College. Following a break, the duo chatted with Men's Indoor & Outdoor Track & Field star Jared Nusser, who became CSI's first-ever NCAA Division II ECC Champion, when he took gold at the ECC Championships in the 400-meter Dash, the No. 4 moment on the Flashback Friday countdown. Nusser talked about the moment, his career leading up to CSI, his approach to training and his craft, the recent COVID closure and the frustration surrounding being away from his team, and his goals for the future.
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On this week's episode, hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran recap the previous week's top stories at CSI, and then focus their attention to the Top 10 summer countdowns, which focused on the No. 5 overall moments. Doran discussed CSI's tough loss to eventual CUNYAC-champion Brooklyn College on their home court, the No. 5 most viewed broadcast on CSI SportsNet in 2019-20. The feature of the show was then a conversation with CSI junior baseballer Louie Mandile, a first-year transfer who spread out a trio of hits and runs scored in a 21-9 win over NCAA Division II Benedict College, the No. 5 moment on the Flashback Friday countdown. Mandile talked about his career, the great start to the season in Myrtle Beach, and what comes next for him and the team after COVID.
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On this week's show, the Summer Top 10 Countdowns were the focus, but first, hosts David Pizzuto and Nicholas Doran were able to discuss the biggest news of the summer with Director of Athletics Charles Gomes, who gave his views on how the ECC's suspension of the fall semester sports season affects what is happening at CSI. Gomes gave insight into some of the conversations being had on campus, and the introduction of a question & answer segment that will be ongoing this summer on The Dolphin Pod concerning COVID-19. After a break, Pizzuto and Doran spoke to Men's Basketball graduated senior James Delahanty, who as the only four-year senior on the team this past season, reflected on his memories of life in a Dolphins uniform, the big win over Curry which landed at No. 6 on the Flashback Friday countdown, and the strange end to his academic career amidst the pandemic.
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On this week's show, the Summer Top 10 Countdowns were the focus, as they have been for the past few weeks. Before that, however, host David Pizzuto began with a recap of the week's news and welcomed in guest Nicholas Doran, who was elevated to Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach and the duo unveiled a special announcement alongside talking about the No. 7 moment on the SportsNet countdown, the Dolphins' clash with Hunter College in February. Following a break, Pizzuto chatted with soccer senior Nermina Bracic, specifically to talk about CSI's season-opening win over Penn College, the No. 7 moment on this week's Flashback Friday countdown. Bracic also talked about her career, having to play for three different coaches and what she hopes the future has in store for the program.
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On this week's show, the Summer Top 10 Countdowns were the focus, as they have been for the past few weeks. Host David Pizzuto began with a recap of the SportsNet Top 10 countdown's No. 8 moment that premiered on Tuesday, men's basketball's showdown with John Jay College in late-January. Following a break, Pizzuto chatted with baseball senior Salvatore Trancucci IV, who reached base twice and scored both times in a 5-3 win over Mercy College on March 8, what turned out to be the final athletics event of the COVID-shortened season. It renewed a rivalry with future ECC-rivals Mercy College, giving fans a great taste of what is to come in NCAA Division II and the East Coast Conference, and was voted as the No. 8 top moment on the Flashback Friday countdown. Trancucci spoke about the game, his career, and his decision to return to the team in 2021 as a senior again.
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On this week's show, the Summer Top 10 Countdowns continued to be the focus. First, host David Pizzuto gave an athletics update and ushered in the countdown beginning with the No. 9 most viewed SportsNet broadcast of the past year, a classic showdown in men's basketball between the Dolphins and Cougars of Medgar Evers. After a break, Pizzuto welcomed in Mauro, who spoke about the organization behind Legacy Night, a first-of-its-kind event that welcomed in a host of prominent figures to celebrate the school's entry into NCAA Division II and to kick off the CSI Athletics Scholarship Fund. The duo also saved some time to talk about the recent COVID-shortened spring baseball season, and the outlook on the future of baseball and sports in general at the College.
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On this week's show, the Summer Top 10 Countdowns are the focus. First, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman focused on the No. 10 most viewed CSI SportsNet stream in 2019-20, Men's Basketball's Senior Night showdown with Baruch College. After a break, the duo chatted with CSI Men's Soccer senior Ryan Layman. The team's MVP and the department's Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year was on-hand to discuss the season, most specifically, CSI's 2-1 win over Rowan University, their first-ever win over the Profs. It was CSI's first win of the season, and sparked a great Division II debut season for CSI, as they finished with a 10-5-1 record. Layman shared his experiences and his reflections on a magnificent career. At the conclusion of the show, Pizzuto thanked Foreman for his service to The Dolphin Pod, as this episode marked his last with the show.
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On this week's show, for the first time hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman go guest-free, going over the past year and review the near misses to the pair of summer countdowns. Each Tuesday, csidolphins.com will count down the Top 10 most viewed broadcasts from the past year on CSI SportsNet, and the pair discussed CSI Men's Basketball's game against St. Thomas Aquinas College and Women's Soccer's Senior Day against NYU, a pair that came just outside the Top 10. After a break, the duo discussed CSI's Flashback Friday series, which kicks off officially next week, but unrolled today with a near-miss trio of Swimming & Diving's performance at the Metro Championships, Track & Field's performance at the CUNYAC Championship, and the Division II celebration on Staten Island that included several distinguishing stops. It's a great prelude on what is to come in the weeks ahead.
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On this week's show, after a surprise announcement in the opening segment of the program, hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman chat with East Coast Conference Commissioner Dr. Robert J. Dranoff to flesh out CSI's official entry into the ECC competitively for the 2020-21 season. After learning of Dr. Dranoff's experiences leading to his appointment with the ECC in 2008, Dr. Dranoff then talks about the sensational footprint the conference is leaving within the Division II landscape, and what he is most proud of during his tenure. The conversation is a great way to learn more about CSI's new Division II venture and CSI's progression through the provisional process.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman speak to two tremendous Alumni who enjoyed NCAA greatness, correlating with the Remember the Legacy pieces that have been showcasing on csidolphins.com. Jacqueline Cautela, a four-time CUNYAC Most Valuable Player was a part of four-straight CUNYAC Softball Championship teams that went on to win three NCAA Tournament games over that time from 2014-17. Cautela talks about her career and what athletics came to mean for her. Later, Jordan Young, a standout on the Men's Basketball team talks about the magical Sweet 16 run of 2012, and before that, the building of the CSI program and the continued dominance as a former coach. Two amazing conversations that remind us of the powerful legacy that CSI leaves behind in the CUNYAC and NCAA Division III.
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This week, hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman chat with former CSI staffers Terry Small and Jason Fein, who as Sports Information Directors share stories on CSI's tremendous progressions through the NCAA Division III landscape and the CUNYAC, correlating with CSI's "Remember the Legacy" series that has been running on csidolphins.com. The duo share some of the highlights and struggles associated with their times at CSI, and the trajectory of their careers since their days at CSI.
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After a two-month hiatus, The Dolphin Pod returns, social-distance style, to talk with CSI Athletes of the Uear Rebecca D'Aloia and Adeola Latunji. The pair were announced with the honors a week ago, and talk about the distinction and reflect on their tremendous careers. Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman begin by talking about what's on tap for the future of The Dolphin Pod throughout the summer.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman are joined by Director of Athletics Charles Gomes, who provided insight into the Athletic Department's decision to cancel the Spring sports season in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The virus has crippled athletics throughout the country, and Gomes sheds light into what this means for CSI student-athletes and coaches and discusses next steps and scenarios in the coming days and weeks. It could be the first of a number of conversations with Gomes, as we learn more about the Coronavirus and its profound effect on the sports landscape.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman wrap up the week that included the close of Indoor Track & Field and the beginning of Baseball season, mixed in with a little Men's Tennis. After discussing what's on tap, the duo sit with Head Coach for Track & Field Andrew Gangemi, who talked about the indoor season and the progress seen throughout the campaign that saw numerous records and standout performances. Along with previewing the outdoor season, Gangemi talked about the training regimen associated with the sport, the way he and his team goal-sets, and even the assistance given to him by the Cheerleading team. It proved to be a great wrap-up to the indoor campaign while serving as a great feeder for the outdoor portion of the schedule that starts on March 21.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman talk about the nearing end to the winter sports season at CSI, most notably Men's & Women's Swimming & Diving's faring in the Metro Championship and Track & Field's showcase in the ECC Championships, then preview the spring season that gets earnestly underway this upcoming week with Men's Tennis and Baseball. In the week's featured segment, the duo caught up with Women's Basketball Head Coach Nicole Sarcone, who talked about the super season this year by the team, one that ended in the longest win streak in 15 years and a program-best 15-1 CUNYAC finish. The coach talked about the team's auspicious start, the lasting impressions made on the CUNYAC, and the look ahead into the future.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman talk about the close of the Men's & Women's Basketball season, then pivot to the championship postseason for Swimming & Diving and Track & Field. That will give way to the spring sports lineup, and the duo sat with Baseball senior Anthony Lozada to discuss the upcoming season. The Dolphins will intro their season on February 29, and Anthony discussed his career with the team and around baseball his entire life. He talks about the importance of being on such a tight-knit group and what his coaches and the institution have done for him personally. Lozada also discussed his future after baseball and graduation. It's an episode that will have you excited about the outdoor season upcoming at the College of Staten Island this spring.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman talk about the week that was, which included a pair of exceptional wins for women's basketball. One of the main catalysts behind the team's success is senior Diana Todaro, who is having a tremendous campaign. Todaro spoke with the hosting duo about her upbringing around basketball, her high school career and later her transfer to CSI and the three past seasons with the Dolphins. She talks about the jump to Division II and how CSI approached the season with a bit of a chip on it's shoulder, knowing they had a lot to prove. She also talks about CSI's longest win streak in 15 years and her reflections on upcoming Senior Night next week.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the week prior that featured a pair of basketball doubleheaders, and then preview the week ahead. Later, Pizzuto sat with Men's Basketball Alum Daniel O'Leary on the eve of the Men's Basketball Alumni Game, who reminisced on his days as a Dolphin working under both former Head Coach Tony Petosa and Assistant Matty White. A true success story after college, O'Leary shed light on how the program influenced him and his travels as a professional journalist now working with the National Hockey League after periods of time with the Staten Island Advance and the New York Daily News.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about a busy week at CSI that featured Track & Field, Swimming Senior Day and plenty of Basketball. After a preview of the week ahead, the duo sit with Women's Basketball Alum Samantha Flecker, who will be on hand to celebrate Saturday's Alumni Day. Flecker will review her exceptional career at CSI, her educational and career pursuits beyond graduation, and her work within CSI Athletics.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the eventful week at CSI which included plenty of basketball, track & field and swimming, and preview the week ahead. Later, the duo sit with Erin Van Nostrand, Associate Director of Athletics for NCAA Compliance. They discuss the trajectory of her career as a former student-athlete NCAA National Champion Coach, and her return to the east coast that saw her land at the College of Staten Island. Her monumental role in CSI’s move to Division II is discussed along with important legislation she is due to review at next week’s NCAA Convention. They even have time for a little Star Wars talk at the end of the interview!
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the loaded schedule to start the 2020 campaign and the look ahead to the week that includes the start up of Swimming & Diving after a long layoff. Later, the duo sit with CSI Women's Basketball Assistant Coach & Marketing & Promotions Coordinator Kelsey Carey, discussing her rise as one of the top women's basketball players in Staten Island history, her pro career, her entry into coaching, the current women's basketball season, and finally, the extensive work she and Michael Mauro are doing within the newly-established Marketing division within CSI Athletics.
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On this week's show, Co-Host David Pizzuto talks about the week prior that featured Track & Field record-breakers and a pair of basketball doubleheaders, and then previews the week ahead which includes the debut of Men's Tennis and a host of basketball. Later, Pizzuto sat with Men's Swimming junior Michael Blacharski, who discussed his time as a youth swimmer, his matriculation into CSI and how he balances his time and energy into his rigorous sport. They discuss CSI's upcoming focus in the upcoming Metro Conference Championships, and what the vision is for him and his team going forward. Next Week: CSI Women's Basketball senior Diana Todaro will join the show!
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman focus on the New Year ahead, wrapping up the recent CSI Men's Basketball Tournament of Heroes and the weeks ahead. Later, the duo sit with CSI Assistant Athletic Director/Finance & Business Manager Alberto Sanchez, and the impact that CSI's move to Division II will have on the department, his rise through the Athletics ranks, and the emergence of the promise of e-sports at CSI moving forward, of which he will be a major force. All that, plus some NFL picks as a bonus at the tail end make this a podcast not to be missed this week.
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On this week's show, Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman focus on the upcoming CSI Men's Basketball Tournament of Heroes and sit down with originator and former Head Men's Basketball Coach Tony Petosa. In this emotionally-charged interview, the duo recap Petosa's illustrious career, the lessons he learned during his coaching career and his inspiration for creating the Tournament, which is ready for it's 18th year. It's an interview you won't want to miss.
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On this week's show, Joseph Foreman recapped the recent week, which included two Track & Field meets and a host of basketball matchups that concluded this past weekend. Later, Foreman sat with newly appointed Assistant Athletic Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach Gavin Ingster, discussing his career and what started him in the industry, his fundamentals for success, and what brought him to the College of Staten Island and his plans for the student-athletes here. Later This Week: Former CSI Head Men's Basketball Coach Tony Petosa will join us to ring in the Tournament of Heroes coming up at CSI.
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On this week's show, co-hosts David Pizzuto and Joseph Foreman recap the recent week, which includes a doubleheader basketball sweep of CCNY and a big swimming and diving win over Lehman College. They then focused on the week upcoming highlighted by today's Track & Field showcase season opener. Later, the duo sat with Thompson, discussing his running career and what he enjoys about the sport. They also talked about the rigors of being a full-year student-athlete, the differences in cross-country and track and field, and how the program is hoping for dyanmic results this season and in years to come. On Next Week's Show: Gavin Ingster, Assistant Athletic Trainer / Strength & Conditioning Coach.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the past week which was basketball heavy, then look at the week ahead in College of Staten Island Athletics. The duo then sits with both Lisa French and Anita Romano of the Macaulay Honors College at CSI, discussing the great things that are happening there. The group talk about the parallels that exist between the Macaulay Honors College and Athletics, success stories, and what it takes to be an Honors student at CSI.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the past week in CSI Athletics which included CSI's first basketball victory of the season, then talk about the week ahead which includes a trio of basketball contests as swimming remains idle. The duo then sat with CSI Women's Swimming freshman Deirdre McCafferty and discuss her hot start to the season, her acclimation to the team, her insight into time management, and her outlook on the future. Next week, The Dolphin Pod will have Lisa French and Anita Romano of the Macaulay Honors College as guests.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman talk about the past week in CSI Athletics which includes a trio of tough basketball losses and another for swimming and diving, then move ahead on what will be a busy week upcoming. The duo then site with CSI Women's Basketball junior Megan McEwan, who talks about her first two years at CSI, the school's move to NCAA Division II, and its future trajectory.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman review the week that was at CSI, including Swimming & Diving's continued unbeaten streak and Men's & Women's Basketball scrimmages. After previewing the week upcoming, the duo sat with Men's Basketball Assistant Coach Nicholas Doran. Doran is entering his fifth season with the Men's Basketball team and he breaks down the move to Division II, the winning formulas to CSI's success and working with former Head Coach Tony Petosa and current Head Coach T.J. Tibbs. Next week on The Dolphin Pod: CSI Women's Basketball junior Megan McEwan.
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Co-Hosts David Pizzuto & Joseph Foreman introduce The Dolphin Pod, then talk about the week that was at CSI, including the close of the Soccer & Cross-Country seasons, and the introduction of Swimming & Diving. The duo then sit with CSI Director of Athletics Charles Gomes, as he joins the The Dolphin Pod to discuss CSI's progress in the NCAA Division II landscape. Find out what's on tap during Provisional Year I and the Dolphins' progress with fall sports and their entry into the East Coast Conference. Next Week on The Dolphin Pod: CSI Men's Basketball Assistant Coach, Nicholas Doran
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