Nick Acquaviva

Biography

Returning to Central New York, Nick Acquaviva is now in his second season as an assistant coach for the Syracuse University men’s lacrosse team. Acquaviva, a Cicero North Syracuse High School product, joins the Orange after spending two seasons at Cleveland State. Duties at Syracuse will include working with the goalkeeping corps and the faceoff units. “I would like to thank Coach Gary Gait for the opportunity to join such an amazing coaching staff,” said Acquaviva. “It’s an honor to be part of such a historic program. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to continue my coaching career in my hometown, working with the program I grew up idealizing.” Acquaviva, a former netminder at New England College and Onondaga Community College, worked closely with the goalies, with a focus on skill, technique and mindset. During his time in northeast Ohio, Acquaviva helped implement the Vikings’ ride and clear package, ran the substitution box, and assisted with the offense during practice. Additionally, he helped break down film from opponents, practice, and Cleveland State games. He handled travel duties for road games and was instrumental in daily practice planning. Prior to Cleveland State, Acquaviva spent time in Central New York at both Colgate University and SUNY Cortland. While in Hamilton, Acquaviva worked closely with the goalies and man-down units, rides and clears, film sessions, travel plans, and equipment management. During his two-year stint at Cortland, Acquaviva sp