Oregon State Football Head Coach Trent Bray makes significant strides in shaping the team’s future by announcing three strategic hires for the 2024 season. This latest recruitment aims to bolster the Beavers’ coaching staff, enhancing various crucial facets of the program.
JR Moala: Director of Recruiting Returns to Corvallis
JR Moala, appointed as the Director of Recruiting, returns to Corvallis after an impressive tenure as the Director of Recruiting Operations at Oregon for three seasons. Moala, with a background as a linebacker at Portland State and El Camino Junior College, previously served the Beavers as a quality control coach and intern from 2015-17. His rich history at OSU positions him perfectly for his new role, contributing valuable insights to the recruiting process.
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Madison Sweezy Takes Charge as Director of Football Administration
Madison Sweezy steps into the role of Director of Football Administration, bringing a wealth of experience from her two seasons as the Assistant Director of Football Operations at Ball State. Sweezy’s versatile background includes serving as a training camp operations intern with the Indianapolis Colts and contributing to North Carolina State as a football operations graduate assistant and intern. Her appointment is a strategic move to fortify the football operations area, adding a fresh perspective and efficiency to the team.
Marco Candido: Continuity and Expertise in Strength and Conditioning
In a seamless transition, Marco Candido retains his position in Corvallis as the Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach. Coach Bray expresses confidence in elevating Candido, emphasizing his integral role in the strength and conditioning staff at Oregon State. With a remarkable coaching journey that spans multiple institutions, including Illinois, Washington State, Drake, UAB, and Arizona State, Candido’s experience adds a crucial dimension to the Beavers’ performance conditioning.
Coach Bray comments on these appointments, stating, “Marco has been a key part of the strength and conditioning staff at Oregon State, and it was natural to elevate him into the top position. I’m excited to have JR back on campus as his history at OSU will serve him well as Director of Recruiting. Madison is filling a key role in our football operations area, and I’m excited to bring her on staff as well.”
Impressive Backgrounds and Commitment to Excellence
JR Moala, Madison Sweezy, and Marco Candido collectively bring a diverse and impressive set of experiences to Oregon State Football. Their appointments reflect the coaching staff’s commitment to excellence, aiming to propel the Beavers to new heights in the upcoming season.
A Look into the Past and Future
Moala’s return to Corvallis, Sweezy’s dynamic operational background, and Candido’s seasoned expertise mark a pivotal moment for the Beavers. Their collective contributions are poised to shape the team’s trajectory positively, contributing to the overarching mission of Oregon State Athletics: “Building Excellent Authentic Visionary Student-Athletes (Go BEAVS).” These appointments, contingent on the completion of all University hiring processes, signal a promising future for Oregon State Football.
