Walter Kusmirek completed his fourth year tutoring Wagner’s tight ends and in 2019 and his second season in the additional role of co-recruiting coordinator.
Kusmirek arrived on Grymes Hill following a a two-year stint as an assistant coach at Morrisville State College in Morrisville, NY. While at Morrisville State, he wore many hats for the Mustang football program, serving as running backs coach, JV head coach, return game coordinator, as well as strength and conditioning coordinator, in addition to serving as assistant video coordinator.
The Mustangs went a combined 15-7 in his two seasons and were the New Jersey Athletic Conference co-champions in 2014, finishing with a 9-2 record that was capped with a victory in the ECAC North Central Bowl. Morrisville State ranked among the top 20 nationally that season in three major statistical categories, ranking fifth in third-down percentage and 13th in both total offense and rushing offense.
“Walter’s a bright, hard-working young coach who has done a great job in his two coaching stops and I’m excited to add him to our staff,” said head coach Jason Houghtaling.
In 2015, Morrisville State led the Empire 8 Conference in both total offense and rushing offense. Off the field, Kusmirek played an integral role in successfully recruiting the largest freshman class in school history.
Kusmirek arrived at Morrisville State from after spending the 2013 season at Maine Maritime Academy where he served as strong safeties and outside linebackers coach. While at Maine Maritime, Kusmirek also assisted with all facets of special teams, including short-snappers and kickers.
Prior to joining the Mariners’ staff, Kusmirek spent three seasons lettering for Fitchburg State University (MA) as an offensive lineman, appearing in over 20 games and starting 16. Twice during his career, he earned New England Football Conference All-Academic Team accolades.
In 2013, Kusmirek graduated cum laude with his Bachelors of Science degree in history and secondary education, and was presented with the “Outstanding Senior in History, Secondary Education” award.
