Todd Fitz-Gerald - Head Baseball Coach, Stoneman Douglas HS (FL) Part 1
Bio: Todd Fitz-Gerald is the head baseball coach at Stoneman Douglas High School, where he has led the Eagles to multiple Florida state championships, including titles in 2016, 2021, and 2022. Under his leadership, the program has become a national powerhouse, known for producing top-tier talent, with several players advancing to college baseball and the MLB draft. Fitz-Gerald has over 20 years of coaching experience, previously guiding American Heritage to a state title before joining Stoneman Douglas. His coaching philosophy centers on discipline, teamwork, and developing players both on and off the field. In addition to his on-field success, Fitz-Gerald’s resilience and leadership were critical in guiding the team through the aftermath of the tragic events of 2018, uniting the community through the sport of baseball. On the show we
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Contact Todd:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.stonemandouglasbaseball.com
Todd Fitz-Gerald is the head baseball coach at Stoneman Douglas High School, where he has led the Eagles to multiple Florida state championships, including titles in 2016, 2021, and 2022. Under his leadership, the program has become a national powerhouse, known for producing top-tier talent, with several players advancing to college baseball and the MLB draft. Fitz-Gerald has over 20 years of coaching experience, previously guiding American Heritage to a state title before joining Stoneman Douglas. His coaching philosophy centers on discipline, teamwork, and developing players both on and off the field. In addition to his on-field success, Fitz-Gerald’s resilience and leadership were critical in guiding the team through the aftermath of the tragic events of 2018, uniting the community through the sport of baseball.
- 03:00 - Offseason Focuses: Insights into how the team prepares during the offseason.
- 09:00 - Competitions: Discussing the competitive landscape and how the team stands out.
- 12:00 - Championship Standards: The expectations and standards that drive success.
- 22:00 - “I’m Only as Good as My Coaching Staff”: The importance of teamwork among coaches.
- 27:00 - Most Challenging Leadership Moment: Reflecting on the tragic events of 2018 and how it shaped the team's unity and resilience.