Here's what coaches have to say about the Wildcat S&C program...

Tony has really streamlined the program since we started working together with the girls' team back in 1999. We've seen a reduction in injuries and better performance throughout the season. Last year's success (CCS Division III Champs) had a great deal to do with players getting the most out of their skills. The seniors, who had worked in the program for four years, got stronger and stayed healthy. The WCAL is so competitive that the team needed the extra edge that the strength and conditioning program provided.

-Tim Reardan '86, Head Boys' Basketball Coach

Coach Calvello has worked closely with the baseball coaching staff to provide a "baseball specific" workout.  The Wildcat strength program is not just about the common cliches of getting bigger and stronger.  Calvello's program deals with baseball specific exercises that strengthen the body's core and trains movements that will help each player maximize their potential as a baseball player.  The program combines Olympic style weight lifting, core stability work, plyometrics, multi-joint power exercises, and form running.  Another key component of Calvello's program is the concept of "Pre-Hab" an advanced form of program design that helps to strengthen areas of the body where injuries are common in baseball such as the lower back and shoulders.

Coach Cal has also been a valuable resource for Saint Ignatius athletes regarding proper nutrition, rest, and rehabilitation of injuries.  "Coach Calvello plays a huge role in the development of S.I. baseball players.   In additon to being very knowledgeable he also cares very deeply about our players.  Having him as part of our program is invaluable."   In his time at S.I. Calvello has built the foundation of the Saint Ignatius Strength and Conditioning program that has helped to enhance the student-athlete experience at Saint Ignatius. 
-Ted Turkington, Head Baseball Coach