Staff Spotlight: Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Richard Casali

Where did you go to college?

• Framingham State University (College)

What was a memorable college experience for you?

• Winning our first Championship

How many years have you been a coach/staff member at Framingham State?

• 17

Where did you coach/work before Framingham State?

• Dean College

What do you enjoy most about working at Framingham State?

• I love the people that I work with.

What is your go to game day snack?

• Red licorice

What is a something positive that you have experienced or been able to do during the pandemic?

• People still doing their jobs under difficult circumstances.

What is your favorite moment as a member of the FSU Athletic Staff?

• Opening up the new softball field

Favorite movie?

• The Godfather

Favorite Book?

• Anything by C.J. Box

Favorite Quote?

• "Leave the gun-take the canolli"

Favorite sports to watch/follow outside of work?

• Football

What's your walk-up song?

• The long and winding road. Because it has been just that.

Favorite vacation spot?

• Virginia

If you weren't working in athletics, what would you be doing?

• I'd still be working for EverSourse gas and electric

What do you enjoy most about Division 3?

• Players are here for the love of the game. No scholarships.

If you could coach any sport (that you do not already coach) what would it be?

• Softball

Do you have any unique pre or post game rituals?

• I need a few minute of quiet time while the team starts warmup

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