Alex Faccenda serves as the Associate Director for Club Sports & Intramurals at Sacred Heart University. A 2018 Sacred Heart University graduate with a degree in Marketing, Alex combines a passion for athletics with a strong commitment to student development, engagement, and success. During his time as a student, he was recognized for his athletic and leadership contributions by receiving the 2018 Male Club Sport Athlete of the Year Award.
In addition to his administrative responsibilities, Alex is an experienced coach with nearly a decade of coaching experience. He served as the head coach of Sacred Heart's Club Baseball team for seven years before transitioning in Fall 2026 to lead the university's NCSA Division I Club Softball team. Through coaching, he focuses on helping student-athletes grow both on and off the field while fostering a positive, competitive, and supportive team culture. His leadership philosophy emphasizes teamwork, accountability, confidence, and the development of lifelong relationships through sport.
Outside of his professional role, Alex enjoys running, golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family and his dog, Zoey. A lifelong sports fan, he proudly supports the New York Yankees, Giants, Rangers, Knicks, and Notre Dame Football. Whether managing campus recreation programs or coaching student-athletes, Alex is dedicated to creating meaningful experiences that help students thrive personally, professionally, and athletically.
