Welcome back to the RU Strong Podcast, where we dive into the stories of leaders who shape the game and life far beyond the field. Today, I’m joined by a true New Jersey coaching legend whose impact has reached from powerhouse high school programs to the Division I stage.
Raised in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, NunzioCampanile grew up in a family where coaching wasn’t just a career, it was a calling. His journey began with building dominance at Don Bosco Prep and Bergen Catholic, two of the most elite high school football programs in the nation. Hethen took his expertise to Rutgers University in 2018 as the tight ends coach, eventually serving as interim head coach, offensive coordinator, and quarterbacks coach, leading at the highest level of college football.
Now at Syracuse University, Nunzio has beeninstrumental in developing record-breaking quarterbacks and guiding the Orange to new heights. His path is a masterclass in leadership, adaptability, and developing players not just for the game, but for life.
Get ready, this is the story of a coach whose passion and principles have shaped champions at every level.