The Dolphin Pod

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.