Exciting changes continue at St. Mary’s University College in anticipation of the school’s transition to the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference. St. Mary’s took a strong step to solidify its men’s basketball program by appointing Director of Athletics David Petroziello as Head Coach. This appointment of an experienced and well-qualified coach is another example of St. Mary’s commitment to making the transition to ACAC a smooth and successful one.
Petroziello takes over a program which has been consistently successful in the Alberta Colleges Athletic League, but which has struggled to establish itself as a legitimate option at the next level in the run-up to the 2012 ACAC entry date.
Petroziello’s experience is extensive and wide-ranging, and includes stops at different colleges in Quebec as well as in the professional ranks in Canada and overseas. Most recently spending a year coaching in Australia, previous postings also include General Manager and Head Coach of the Vancouver Titans professional basketball team (IBL) as well as Assistant Coach at Simon Fraser University (CIS). Petroziello also spent time in India working the national team program, where he led a 4 week training camp for athletes and coaches.
With the fall semester just around the corner, Coach Petroziello is already at work on recruiting and strengthening his roster of players for the upcoming season. All individuals interested in St. Mary’s Lightning basketball are encouraged to contact him directly for more information.
He can be reached at 403-254-3728 / david.petroziello(at)stmu.ab.ca
