Anthony Morando is the general manager of Sanford Sports Performance in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He started in 2021.

Morando graduated from Springfield College with a bachelor’s degree in applied exercise science and a minor in coaching and sports management. He later earned a master’s degree in administrative studies from Boston College. After graduating, he served as a strength and conditioning coach for the Boston University hockey teams and at various performance facilities in Massachusetts and North Dakota prior to joining Sanford Sports.

He applies a hands-on approach to get the most out of athletes and adults. Morando believes training gives people hope and a chance to overcome the obstacles in front of them. For adults, the goal is to be healthier and attain longevity. For athletes, it’s about producing results and becoming better in everything they do.

He enjoys having the social responsibility of creating a healthier environment for the whole community.

Morando holds the following certifications:

• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
• Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCA)
• Exos Performance Specialist (XPS)
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS)
• Reflexive Performance Rest (RPR)
• TRX certified
• CPR/AED/First Aid