Brian Tracz became Wagner’s strength and conditioning director in May, 2014 following a one-year stint on the strength staff at Elon University.
At Wagner, Tracz oversees the day-to-day supervision of a five-person staff in support of Wagner's 20-sport athletic program in addition to serving as the head strength & conditioning director for the Seahawk football program.
"Brian has a proven track record of improving the strength and overall fitness levels of student-athletes while combining a positive and high-energy approach," said Seahawk athletic director Walt Hameline.
Tracz arrived at Wagner following a one-year stint on the strength staff at Elon University. Prior to his arrival at Elon, Tracz served as director of human performance at New Mexico Military Institute where he coordinated and implemented strength and conditioning programs for the football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, cross country, golf, tennis and track and field squads.
His time at New Mexico Military Institute followed a five-year tenure at The Citadel, where he assisted nine varsity teams with program implementation, gaining experience with student-athletes in the sports of wrestling, baseball, football, track and field and basketball.
Tracz also earned experience as a five-month intern at Fordham University where he assisted with the Rams' football and basketball strength & conditioning programs.
A 2008 graduate of Fordham, Tracz earned a bachelor's degree in business administration with a concentration in finance.
While at Fordham, Tracz was a two-year letter-winner as a defensive lineman after transferring from Indiana University. His play helped Fordham to earn the 2007 Patriot League title and a berth in the FCS Playoffs.
Tracz was awarded his master's degree in health, exercise and sport science from The Citadel in 2011.
His professional certifications include the NSCA’s certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), the Certified Sports Performance Coach through United States Weightlifting (USAW), and the Certified Level 1 Movement Specialist, Functional Movement Screen (FMS). He is also a certified CPR/AED Professional Rescuer.
