In Episode 386 of Airey Bros Radio, we go belly to belly with Coach Mark Del Monaco, the newly appointed Director of Track & Field and Cross Country at Tiffin University. A proud New Jersey native with coaching stops at Metro State, Cal State East Bay, and Minot State, Coach Del Monaco has built a reputation for developing nationally recognized NCAA Division II programs and producing All-Americans, record-holders, and champions.In this conversation, we cover:

• Coach Del Monaco’s journey from La Salle University runner to DII head coach
  
  
• His approach to scholarships, recruiting, and international talent pipelines
  
  
• Building culture, character, and the right “fit” at Tiffin
  
  
• The balance of administration vs. athlete-first coaching
  
  
• Cross country and track insights, from double threshold training to facilities advantages
  
  
• What to expect from the Tiffin Dragons in 2025 and beyond
  
  

Whether you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, or fan of NCAA DII athletics, this episode is packed with lessons on leadership, program building, and the reality of college athletics outside the Power Four spotlight.👉 Subscribe, share, and leave us a review to help spread the word and support programs giving real opportunities to student-athletes.

• Highlights & Key Topics:
  
  
  • New Jersey roots, La Salle background, and post-collegiate career in Boulder
    
    
  • Coaching journey through Metro State (Denver), Cal State East Bay, and Minot State
    
    
  • Building a winning culture at Tiffin University (NCAA DII, GMAC)
    
    
  • Scholarship breakdowns: how athletic, academic, and merit aid work together
    
    
  • Recruiting strategy – from Ohio talent pools to international athletes
    
    
  • Training philosophy: distance running, 800/1500m focus, double threshold work
    
    
  • Leadership lessons – from young coach to seasoned director
    
    
  • Program facilities, including Tiffin’s elite indoor track advantage
    
    
  • What to expect from the 2025 Cross Country and Track & Field seasons
    
    
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