Program Coordinator Spotlight: Head Boys Soccer Coach – John Fitzsimons
Where did you go to college?
Whittier College
Whittier College
What was a memorable college experience for you?
Earning All Conference Player of Year both my Junior year and Senior year while the team languished in mid-table.
Earning All Conference Player of Year both my Junior year and Senior year while the team languished in mid-table.
Where did you coach/work before St. Andrew's?
Westlake H.S for 10 years and St. John Bosco H.S. in So Cal for 8 years
What do you enjoy most about working at St. Andrew's?
The campus. It's open and inviting.
What is your favorite movie?
Shawshank Redemption and Goodfellas
What is your go to game day snack?
I don't eat before a home game, whatever is on the bus for travels
What is a something positive that you have experienced or been able
My cooking has gotten better and more diverse
What is your favorite moment as a member of the SAS Athletic Staff?
Frustrating Episcopal H.S. with delay tactics and coming out with a tie.
Favorite Book?
Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
Favorite Quote?
"By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail." Benjamin Franklin
Favorite sports to watch/follow?
Soccer specifically English soccer and even more specifically Queen's Park Rangers
What's your walk-up/entrance?
I usually go straight for the referees to make sure they are aware that I know more than they do.
Favorite vacation spot?
Sayulita, Mexico
If you weren't working in athletics, what would you be doing?
Retired
What do you enjoy most about SPC play?
The nice hotels we stay in
If you could coach any sport (that you do not already coach) what would it be?
Field Goal Kickers
How many years have you been a coach/staff member at SAS?
15 years
Do you have any unique pre or post game rituals?
Pre-game I put in the corner flags and have London Calling played over the loudspeaker. After the game a go grab a bite to eat.
