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Nick Brundy Named Head of Sport Performance at Macalester

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Macalester College Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/Director of Athletics Donnie Brooks announced the hiring of Nick Brundy as Head of Sport Performance and Deno Fitness Center Manager. Brundy will be responsible for the athletic development of the Scots' 21 intercollegiate athletic programs.

Brundy comes to Macalester after spending six years in the strength and conditioning department at fellow MIAC member Augsburg University, his alma mater. For the past three years, he served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach, overseeing all aspects of strength and conditioning for all 22 of Augsburg's varsity sports. Brundy began his stint at Augsburg as the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, working closely with football, basketball, track & field, lacrosse and swimming & diving. He also served as an adjunct professor for the Health and Science Department for all six of his years at Augsburg.

Prior to returning to Augsburg, Brundy was a strength coach for the football team at Division II Southwest Minnesota State in Marshall, Minn., for the 2017 and 2018 seasons. He began his career in sports performance as an Intern Performance Coach for the UCLA football team during the 2016 season. Along with his experience with college athletics, Brundy also worked at ETS Performance, Sirens and Titans Fitness and Club Tonka Volleyball Minnesota, where he has been the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach since 2021.

"I'm honored to join Macalester College and contribute to the development of our student-athletes both on and off the playing surfaces," Brundy said. "My goal is to create a high-performance environment that prioritizes consistency, discipline, and resilience, while also supporting our athletes' academic success, mental well-being, and personal growth. I'm excited to work with a diverse group of student-athletes who embody the values of excellence, inclusivity, and integrity."

Brundy was a tight end for the Auggies and graduated from Augsburg in 2016. He also earned a Master of Science degree from Southwest Minnesota State in 2019. Brundy is a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.

"We are thrilled to welcome Nick as our new Director of Sport Performance," Associate Director of Athletics Steve Murray said. "With a high level of expertise and a proven track record of helping athletes reach their full potential, Nick brings invaluable experience to our department. Having both played and coached in the MIAC, he understands the competitive landscape and the unique demands of our student-athletes. We're excited for the impact Nick will have in elevating performance and getting our teams to the next level."

Brundy's first official day at Macalester is August 18.