PJ Fecko
Head Coach
Patrick J. Fecko, a 1993 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and former football player, begins his tenth season as Cardinal Mooney's head football coach. He succeeded Don Bucci in 2000 and is the fourth coach to direct the program since 1958. Coach Fecko has been a member of the Mooney staff for thirteen years, previously serving as defensive coordinator in 1999. Under Coach Fecko, the Cardinals reached the Division IV State Championship four consectuve seasons from 2004-2007, winning in 2004, 2006, and 2009. Coach Fecko has a career record of 100-35, with an 24-4 record in the OHSAA Playoffs. Coach Fecko is a YSU graduate and is a member of the school's faculty in the Social Studies Department. He is married to the former Gina Diorio (CMHS '94) and they have three daughters and two sons.
John D'Apolito
Quarterbacks and Defensive Backs
John was a quarterback on our 1984 squad and coached at Mooney on the Freshman level in the mid-eighties, joining the varsity staff for three years in 1988 and returning in 1996. John will be coaching quarterbacks and cornerbacks. Previously, John has coached at Rayen and Canfield. He is married to former Mooney grad Jennifer Saadey. They are the parents of five daughters: Leanne, Gina Marie, Maria, Jaclin and Anna. John is self-employed.
Mark Lyden
Running Backs Strength and Conditioning Coach
Mark begins his eighth season on the Mooney staff bringing with him nineteen years of coaching experience. He was an assistant at South High School and was a head coach at Wilson and East High Schools. He won the City Series while at East in 1997, making the state playoffs. Mark holds a master's degree from YSU. He and his wife Wendy have three children; Sara, Matt, and Jade.
Brendan McCloud
Offensive Line
Brendan was a tackle on our '90 and '91 teams and started his coaching career at CMHS in 1994 as a member of the freshmen staff. In 1997, he was named head freshmen coach. He joined the varsity staff in 2000 coaching offensive ends and defensive tackles. This year he will coach tackles and serve as offensive line coordinator. He is married to Mooney grad Kristen Provenzale and they have a daughter, Carly.
Chris Amill
Offensive Ends and Special Teams
Chris will be starting his eighth season on the Cardinals' Coaching Staff. He was an All-SVC receiver on our 1993 team and he received an athletic scholarship to Kent State University. He coached the New Bethel Braves for five years. He and his wife Tara are the proud parents of two sons, Chris Jr. (C.J.), and Tarren.
Tom Valesquez
Defensive Line
Tom begins his sixth season on the Mooney staff this year. He will be responsible for coaching defensive ends and centers. Tom played defensive end for Boardman's 1985 team and currently teaches at Niles. He brings a wealth of coaching experience with him having coached at Salem, Niles, Boardman, Beaver Local and Ursuline. He was defensive coordinator for Ursuline's state championship team in 2000. He earned his degree in secondary education and holds a master of arts degree. Tom and his wife, Shannon are the parents of a son; Michael.
Greg Giannios
Outside Linebackers and Special Teams
Greg begins his third year on the varsity level this season. Coach Giannios will be responsible for outside linebackers and special teams. Greg played on Mooney's 95 and 96 teams and was part of two National Championship teams while at YSU. Greg is employed by Giannios Candy Company.
