Episode 6: Special Guest Paul Carrizola (Director of Athletic Performance, Norfolk Academy)

Описание: Our latest guest on the World Class Coaching Podcast is Paul Carrizola, Director of Athletic Performance at Norfolk Academy. A former Division I football player at Rutgers University, Paul brings over a decade of coaching experience across multiple sports, with a deep background in strength and conditioning at both the high school and collegiate levels.

In this episode, Matt and Sean sit down with Paul to break down modern approaches to strength and conditioning and challenge outdated training methods that many coaches still rely on. Paul shares how his background as a multi-sport athlete and football player shaped his philosophy, and how those principles translate directly to soccer performance.

The discussion dives into:

Rethinking traditional conditioning models

Preparing athletes physically for long seasons

Integrating strength and conditioning into team training

Managing workload, recovery, and performance throughout the year

Practical, actionable ideas coaches can apply immediately

Paul also reflects on his time working closely with soccer programs and explains how smarter physical preparation can reduce injuries, improve performance, and help players stay consistent when it matters most.

This episode is a must-listen for coaches looking to modernize their approach to training and better support their athletes physically across an entire season.