Meet Our Camp Directors

Mahesh Narayanan

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Completed his 23rd year as head women's cross country coach and assistant women's track and field coach at North Central College in 2022-23.

What can participants look forward to in regard to your camp or workshop? 
This is a jump start to summer training! Learn basic concepts and get a general understanding of running.
 

Vincenzo Fuschino

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Men’s Soccer Head Coach since 2019.

What can participants look forward to in regard to your camp or workshop?
We offer a variety of drills and fun activities to help develop new soccer skills and friendships. We also want to share our love for the world’s greatest game with our campers!
 
Describe your favorite North Central College or Program memory: 
My favorite memory must be winning our first ever CCIW Conference tournament in 2021. We hosted both the semifinal and the final, and the fans came out to support us in mass, providing a thrilling atmosphere. Both games were nail-biters; they did not disappoint!

Andrew Gamarra

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Women’s Soccer Head Coach since 2016

What can participants look forward to in regard to your camp or workshop? 
Summer is a great time to enjoy soccer! With the nice weather, and the opportunity to practice outside together, it is the perfect chance for campers to have fun playing their sport, getting to know others, and improving their skillsets.

Describe your favorite North Central College or Program memory: 
I love our traditional Campers vs. Coaches game. The whole camp gets very competitive; it is always one of the most anticipated events of the summer.

Joe Norton

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Women’s Wrestling Head Coach since 2019

What can participants look forward to in regard to your camp or workshop? 
We run intensive training sessions led by our returning national championship coaching staff. Campers have the unique opportunity to unleash their potential and refine their skills with the best in the business. This is your chance to elevate your wrestling game!

Describe your favorite North Central College or Program memory:
My favorite Program memory will always be winning our Team National Championship in 2023.  

Vince Kmiec

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Men’s Basketball Head Coach since 2023

What can participants look forward to in regard to your camp or workshop?
We focus on skill development, and we host games that foster both collaboration with others and a love for the sport. This is also the perfect opportunity for additional conditioning.  

Describe your favorite North Central College or Program memory:
I spent four years as a player here at NCC. During my time on the team, I started on a Final Four team, and we sold out Merner Fieldhouse for a playoff game for the first time in Program history.

Connor Christman

Describe your role at North Central College and how long you have been in role: Men’s Baseball Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator Since 2023

What are you looking most in regard to your camp or workshop?
We work with youth pitchers to team them all aspects of pitching. Join us this summer to improve your pitching skills!

Describe your favorite North Central College or Program memory:
My favorite moment so far was when the team made the NCAA tournament in 2022.