BRIAN CAPRIOLA
Kinnelon,NJ
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
William Paterson University Of New Jersey
07.2024 - Current
- Engineered a major year-over-year offensive improvement, doubling production across key categories (total offense, scoring output, first downs, and passing efficiency) despite inheriting a depleted roster and arriving just weeks before camp.
- Installed a modern, adaptable offensive system under an accelerated timeline, improving execution, tempo, and overall unit consistency in the 2025 season.
- Elevated player development and performance, coaching an inexperienced group into a more disciplined and fundamentally sound offense.
- Led a culture and identity shift within the offensive unit—emphasizing accountability, competition, and clear communication.
- Collaborated closely with the head coach and staff to reset recruiting priorities and reshape the long-term direction of the offense.
- Demonstrated strong football IQ and adaptive leadership, earning respect for maximizing limited personnel and delivering a measurable turnaround.
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
Somerville High School Football
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Big Central Champions
- Reached NJSIAA Section Semi-Final
- Offense Averaged 35 PPG & 354 YPG
- Team Rushing Total (2,185 Yards) / Team Rushing Average (7.3 YPC)
- All-State, All-Group & All-League Honors
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
Irvington High School Football
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Hired in July during Coronavirus Pandemic & successfully installed the Power Air Raid Offense with Staff & Players
- Offense ranked Top 10 in New Jersey in Total Yards, Yards Per Game, & Rushing Yards
- Multiple players recognized on All-State, All-Group, & All-Region Teams
Director of Football Research and Analytics
Saint Peter's Preparatory Football
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Served as Defensive Backs / Assistant Wide Receivers Coach (2017)
- Post-Season Consultant & Gameday Assistant (2018 & 2019)
- #1 Ranked Team in New Jersey (2019)
- #1 Ranked Pass Defense in Big North Conference (2017-2019)
- 2019 NJSIAA Non-Public Group IV State Champions
Head Football Coach
Harrison High School Football
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Hired in July following resignation of previous Head Coach & Staff
- Served as Offensive, Defensive, & Special Teams Coordinator on staff of (1) paid Assistant Coach
- Offense ranked among Top 10 in Total Yards (NJ) & 2nd in Passing Offense (Group 2)
- Offense led NJIC Conference in Total Yards & Passing Yards (10 Games)
- Set school records in Total Yards, Passing Yards, Rushing Yards, Receiving Yards, Passing TDs & Defensive INTs
- Averaged 5.8 Yards Per Rush Attempt / 16.7 Yards Per Pass Completion & 9.1 Yards Per Pass Attempt (Season)
- Mentored Quarterback to 1st Team Group 2 All-State Honors
- Established All-Time New Jersey Record for Total Yards by a Player in a Single Game (621)
- Resigned following end of season to accept full-time Teaching position
Wide Receivers Coach / Video Coordinator
William Paterson University Football
07.2018 - 06.2019
- (2) WRs ranked among Top 20 in Yards Per Catch Average (NJAC)
- Unit included 7 Receivers to record 10+ Catches on Season
- Head of Film Breakdown & Analytics
Spread Offense Coordinator, Quarterbacks / Linebackers Coach
Bayonne High School Football
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Qualified for NJSIAA Group V State Playoffs
- Mentored Sophomore Quarterback to 1st Team All-League honors
Assistant Defensive Coordinator
Mountain Lakes High School Football
06.2013 - 06.2016
- Served as Linebackers Coach (2013-2014) & Defensive Backs Coach (2015)
- Back-To-Back Undefeated NJSIAA State Champions (24-0)
- 2013 Morris County 'Team of the Year'
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - COMMUNICATION
William Paterson University
Wayne, New Jersey2015
Timeline
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
William Paterson University Of New Jersey
07.2024 - Current
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
Somerville High School Football
08.2021 - 06.2024
Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach
Irvington High School Football
07.2020 - 07.2021
Head Football Coach
Harrison High School Football
07.2019 - 12.2019
Wide Receivers Coach / Video Coordinator
William Paterson University Football
07.2018 - 06.2019
Director of Football Research and Analytics
Saint Peter's Preparatory Football
04.2017 - 06.2020
Spread Offense Coordinator, Quarterbacks / Linebackers Coach
Bayonne High School Football
06.2016 - 03.2017
Assistant Defensive Coordinator
Mountain Lakes High School Football
06.2013 - 06.2016
BACHELOR OF ARTS - COMMUNICATION
William Paterson University