Stop Me Project

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 coachHis approach to scholarships, recruiting, and international talent pipelinesBuilding culture, character, and the right “fit” at TiffinThe balance of administration vs. athlete-first coachingCross country and track insights, from double threshold training to facilities advantagesWhat to expect from the Tiffin Dragons in 2025 and beyondWhether you’re a student-athlete, parent, coach, or fan of NCAA DII athletics, this episode is packed with lessons on leadership, program buildin