Posner Named NACGC East Region Coach of the Year
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. -- April 22, 2008 -- Steve Posner, head men's gymnastics coach at Springfield College for the past 26 years, has been named the National Association of Collegiate Gymnastics Coaches East Region Coach of the Year for the 2008 season.It is the second time Steve has earned this award, also doing so in 2002. The award was presented to Posner on April 16 at the NACGC's annual banquet during the NCAA Division I National Championships at Stanford University.
"This award means a lot to me," said Posner. "It is one that is awarded by your peers. I must say I was honored, humbled, and surprised."
It is also his second major award in a two-year span. Posner last year (2007) earned the College Gymnastics Association (CGA) Honor Award, given annually to a member-coach of 25 years or more.
Springfield men's gymnastics had a good season in 2008, highlighted by its first victory over Army in 26 years. A total of six Springfield gymnasts qualified for the NCAA Division I Championships as individuals. At that meet, Josh Fox finished tied for 25th (Springfield's highest finish) in the floor exercise.
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Head Coach Steve Posner
Entering his 28th season as head men's gymnastics coach, Dr. Steve Posner is recognized as one of the most outstanding gymnastics coaches in the East. Posner, who has coached 135 All-Americans and 18 National Champions, led the Pride to another successful season in 2009. He has been named the NACGA Eastern Region Coach of the Year in each of the last two years. His latest book, published in 2008 and entitled "Coaching Leadership Handbook -- Instilling Values and Character through Sport," is available on Amazon.com.Read more.