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Sylvester Armendariz has been promoted to Assistant Sports Performance Coach at Newberry College, highlighting his significant contributions in strength and conditioning. His experience includes designing athlete training programs for various sports teams and a prior internship at USC. Armendariz aims to uphold excellence in coaching and athlete performance at Newberry.
Newberry, South Carolina – Sylvester Armendariz has officially been promoted from graduate assistant to Assistant Sports Performance Coach at Newberry College, as announced by David Scorzelli, the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance. This promotion underscores Armendariz’s vital role within the college’s sports program over the past several years.
In his new position, Armendariz will continue to play a crucial part in the college’s Sports Performance Department, which is dedicated to the well-being and development of its athletes. The department prioritizes the health and performance of student-athletes and aims to enhance their overall athletic proficiency.
During his time as a graduate assistant, Armendariz significantly contributed to the design and implementation of strength and conditioning sessions for the football team. Under the guidance of Scorzelli, he actively participated in enhancing player development, focusing on improving athletic performance while simultaneously working to prevent injuries among the athletes.
Armendariz’s responsibilities extended beyond football, as he also developed and executed strength and conditioning programs for several sports teams at Newberry College, including Women’s Soccer, Women’s Volleyball, Track and Field, and Men’s and Women’s Tennis. He was instrumental in conducting complete lifting sessions for the football team independently, showcasing his leadership and expertise in the field.
In addition to overseeing workouts, Armendariz designed and implemented specialized strength training, conditioning, and injury prevention protocols tailored to the needs of various sports programs. His well-rounded experience and strategic approach have made a notable impact on athlete performance at Newberry College.
Before joining Newberry, Armendariz gained valuable experience as a Football Strength and Conditioning Intern at the University of Southern California (USC). While at USC, he assisted in developing student-athletes’ performance alongside renowned strength coach Bennie Wylie. This position allowed Armendariz to deepen his understanding of sports performance at a more competitive level, paving the way for his future endeavors.
His journey in strength and conditioning began at St. John Bosco High School in Bellflower, California, where he served as a Football Strength and Conditioning Intern. Armendariz’s foundational experiences at the high school level equipped him with essential skills that he would later apply in collegiate athletics.
Academically, Armendariz holds an undergraduate degree from California State University, Los Angeles, and a master’s degree from Newberry College. His educational background, combined with practical experience, positions him well to fulfill the responsibilities outlined in his new role.
With this promotion, Armendariz aims to elevate the standard of strength and conditioning coaching at Newberry College, utilizing his skills and experience to foster a culture of excellence among the student-athletes. The Newberry College community looks forward to witnessing the continued growth and success of its athletes under Armendariz’s guidance.
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