Sacred Heart University

Alex Pratcher III joined the Sacred Heart Department of Athletics in August 2024 and will oversee all aspects of strength and conditioning for Men's and Women's Track and Field sprinters, multis and throwers, as well as assist Football and Men's Basketball.

Before starting at Sacred Heart University, Alex received his Master's in Exercise and Sports Science with a concentration in strength and Conditioning at Merrimack College. He served as a Graduate Assistant and oversaw all aspects of strength and conditioning for Women's Volleyball, Women's Rowing, Men's and Women's Golf, and assisted Football and Men's Basketball.

Before his time at Merrimack College, he received his Bachelor's in Exercise Science and a minor in Psychological Science from Central Connecticut State University. He was a member of the Track and Field while doing internships at Trinity College, Yale University, Sacred Heart University, and Central Connecticut State University.

Alex holds certifications as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) and CPR/First Aid/AED Certification from the American Red Cross.