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Keith D'Amelio is in his second season with the men's basketball program, serving as the team's Sports Performance Coach.
D'Amelio designs and implements all aspects of the players' strength and speed development programs throughout the year in addition to overseeing their nutritional needs.
A native of Boston, D'Amelio spent the previous four seasons as the strength and conditioning coach for the Toronto Raptors. During his tenure in Toronto, D'Amelio created and implemented individualized year-round training programs. He also assisted the training staff in maintaining the players' optimal health throughout the season.
Prior to joining Toronto, D'Amelio served for three seasons as the assistant athletic trainer with the Boston Celtics.
D'Amelio holds numerous certifications and memberships. He is a Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA - ATC), a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA - CSCS), a Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM - PES) and a Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM - CES).
A 2001 graduate of Arizona State with a degree in exercise science, D'Amelio also received his master's degree in exercise science from California University.
D'Amelio and his wife, Jaime, have a son, Marcus. The couple also has a dog, Gracie.
Having worked for two NBA organizations over the previous seven seasons, Keith D'Amelio
has had the opportunity to work with athletes at the game's highest level.
T.J. Ford, Indiana Pacers
"I enjoyed the short time we worked together in Toronto, where I felt my body and conditioning was elite. Keith is very smart and his approach in getting your body to perform at the highest level and play well in the NBA is simply the best. He is also a great person who I consider a lifetime friend."
Kris Humphries, New Jersey Nets
"Working with Keith has taken my strength and athleticism to a new level. His dedication and attention to the individual athlete simply sets him apart from most everyone in his field. I consider Keith not only a great strength and conditioning coach, but also a great friend."
Jason Kapono, Philadelphia 76ers
"Keith has enhanced my strength and conditioning exponentially. My body is now better prepared to handle a long NBA season. I was very fortunate to work with Keith, and both my career and body are better for it."
Paul Pierce, Boston Celtics
"I have known Keith for eight years and have watched his maturation from his first season in the league to become one of the best strength and conditioning coaches in the NBA. His passion and dedication to the field are second to none. I value Keith's opinion and expertise. I know he can help every athlete he works with become better in all aspects of their sport."