Program Coordinator Spotlight: Head Boys Lacrosse Coach – Josh Blumenthal
Where did you go to college?
- University of Rhode Island (Bachelor's) and Adelphi University (Master's)
What was a memorable college experience for you?
- Winning Pioneer College Lacrosse Conference Title and Coaching in the first-ever Rhode Island High School Lacrosse Championship Game
Where did you coach/work before St. Andrew's?
- Head Men's Lacrosse Coach/Faculty Member at Regis College
What do you enjoy most about working at St. Andrew's?
- The student-athletes
What is your favorite movie?
- Ferris Bueller's Day Off
What is your go to game day snack?
- Granola bar
What is a something positive that you have experienced or been able to do during the pandemic?
- Lots (and lots) of family time
What is your favorite moment as a member of the SAS Athletic Staff?
- Beating Episcopal High School of Houston with a last second game-winning goal in 2018 and Introducing the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation to the SAS community
Favorite Book?
- Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
Favorite Quote?
- "Reputation is what you're perceived to be, but character is what you truly are." – John Wooden
Favorite sports to watch/follow outside of work?
- NCAA Lacrosse and AHL/NHL Hockey
What's your walk-up song?
- Blue by Eiffel 65 (what else?!?)
Favorite vacation spot?
- Newport, RI and Miami, FL
If you weren't working in athletics, what would you be doing?
- Assisting charitable organizations
What do you enjoy most about SPC?
- The high-level action on an equally impressive stage
If you could coach any sport (that you do not already coach) what would it be?
- Softball and Jai Alai
How many years have you been a coach/staff member at St. Andrew's?
- Five
Do you have any unique pre or post game rituals?
- I get everything printed and all equipment set out the night before
