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Frank Gagliano, "Gags", talks about his journey in coaching

Dec 17, 2009

In the spring of 1961 Frank Gagliano started his track and field coaching career having no knowledge of the sport, just a passion for teaching young people. Fourty-nine years later Gags is known as one of the best middle distance coaches in the country. Gags' athletes have a strong connection with Gags as a coach, mentor, and friend because of the family atmosphere he has instilled in his programs. In this interview Gags talks about his journey as a coach, how he got started, where he went, and programs he was a part of. He talks about the importance of post-collegiate running in track and field and also gives a word of advice to all coaches and athletes out there.