About Us

Empowering Athletes to Achieve Peak Performance Through Personalized Mental Performance Coaching.

Your Journey Toward Athletic Excellence
Athletes from multiple sports Joe Cerniglia coaches through the Sports Enhancement Program

Mission/Vision

Academic sports excel at teaching students physical and sport-specific skills but often fall short in developing their mental, motivational, and emotional regulation abilities. Long Trail Multi-Sport aims to address this gap by working with student-athletes from the inside out, integrating mental, social, and physical development. We teach athletes how to harness their mental, emotional, and social skills to unlock their personal growth and identity.

At Long Trail Multi-Sport, we focus on developing the athlete from the inside out.

Empowerment

We believe in empowering student-athletes to take ownership of their mental, emotional, and physical development. Our approach fosters self-awareness and resilience, enabling them to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Holistic Development

We value the integration of mind and body in the growth of our athletes. By focusing on mental, emotional, and social skills alongside physical training, we ensure a well-rounded approach to sports and personal development.

Integrity

We uphold honesty and transparency in our coaching methods and interactions. Building trust with our athletes and their families is essential to fostering a positive and supportive environment.

Growth Mindset

We encourage a growth mindset, emphasizing the importance of learning from experiences, embracing challenges, and viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth. Our athletes are guided to develop mental toughness and adaptability.

Joe Cerniglia, Founder, Lead Coach and Visionary

Joe Cerniglia

Founder, Lead Coach and Visionary

Joe Cerniglia is a performance enhancement coach specializing in mental, emotional, and social skill development for New England high school student-athletes. With over 20 years of experience, he helps athletes grow from the inside out through personalized coaching.

Monica Cerniglia, Co-founder and Senior Research Associate

Monica Cerniglia, B.A., M.A.

Co-founder and Senior Research Associate

Monica Cerniglia leverages her background in psychological and clinical research, playing a key role in both coaching and business operations at Long Trail Multi-Sport, while contributing her expertise to foster the development and success of athletes.

Jessica Cerniglia, Neuropsychology Consultant

Jessica Cerniglia, B.S.

Neuropsychology Consultant

Jessica Cerniglia provides valuable support to coaching at Long Trail Multi-Sport, contributing her expertise to the development and growth of athletes.

Joe Cerniglia

Founder, Lead Coach and Visionary

Joe Cerniglia, Founder of Long Trail Multi-Sport, brings over 20 years as a competitive triathlete and nearly a decade of coaching experience. Through his Sports Enhancement Program (SEP), he works directly with high school, elite, and college athletes in practices, games, and one-on-one settings—developing the mental skills that drive performance.

Joe’s coaching is high-touch and relationship-driven. He doesn’t just give athletes tools—he coaches them in real time, helping them build clarity, confidence, and consistency under pressure. His experience ranges from 5K athletes to Ironman World Championship competitors across swimming, biking, and running.

Grounded in both experience and education—including psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Training (CBT)—Joe delivers a coaching approach that develops the athlete from the inside out.

Accomplishments & Certifications

  • USAT Level 1 Certified Athletic Coach
  • Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Training (CBT)
  • Education in Psychology
  • Lifestyle Wellness Coach
  • Mental Performance Mastery Coach
  • Certified in Mindful Fundamentals
  • Founder of the Springfield Dam Run 5K & Kid’s Fun Run
  • Consultant for Give Peace a Tri Triathlon

Monica Cerniglia, B.A., M.A.

Co-founder and Senior Research Associate

Monica Cerniglia brings a wealth of academic and professional expertise to the Long Trail Multi-Sport team. With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The New School and a Master’s degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, she specializes in neuropsychological evaluations for patients with traumatic brain injuries. Her research background includes a publication in the Journal of Internet Research and involvement in significant studies funded by the National Institute of Justice and the National Science Foundation.

Accomplishments & Certifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, The New School
  • Master’s Degree, John Jay College of Criminal Justice
  • Published works: Greene-Colozzi, E. A. (2022). Mitigating the harm of public mass shooting incidents through situational crime prevention (Doctoral dissertation, City University of New York).
  • Hogue, A., Porter, N. P., Ozechowski, T. J., Becker, S. J., O’Grady, M. A., Bobek, M., Cerniglia, M., Ambrose, K., MacLean, A., Hadland, S. E., Cunningham, H., Bagley, S. M., O’Connell, M., Shrier, L. A., Harris, S. K. (in press). Standard versus Family-based Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment for adolescent substance use in primary care: Study protocol for a multisite randomized effectiveness trial. JMIR Research Protocols.
  • Merck, C. (2020). Social identity and public event memory: The role of event-centrality in event memory formation and maintenance (Doctoral dissertation, The New School).

Jessica Cerniglia, B.S.

Neuropsychology Consultant

Jessica is a dedicated neuroscience and psychology graduate with a passion for exploring the intricacies of the human mind. She recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology from the University of Vermont.

During her undergraduate studies, Jessica had the opportunity to work closely with Dr. Molly Stantley on a research project involving Drosophila melanogaster. This experience allowed her to delve into the fascinating world of food-brain connections at a cellular level.

Currently residing in Boston, MA, Jessica is preparing to pursue a PsyD. She is eager to further her education and apply her knowledge to both research and clinical practice, making a positive impact on the field of psychology.

Accomplishments & Certifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology, University of Vermont
  • Research experience in food-brain connections
  • Pursuing a PsyD

History of Long Trail Multi-Sport

Long Trail Multi-Sport was founded by Joe Cerniglia, a seasoned triathlete and coach with over two decades of competitive experience. Joe’s passion for athletics began in his own journey as a triathlete, competing in events ranging from local 5K runs to the prestigious Ironman World Championship. As his career advanced, Joe realized that many young athletes faced challenges beyond physical training—balancing academics, handling pressure, and overcoming mental blocks. This realization inspired him to create the Sports Enhancement Program and Long Trail Multi-Sport, a program designed to address the unique needs of high school athletes by blending physical conditioning with mental and emotional development.

Since its inception, Long Trail Multi-Sport has grown into a trusted resource for student-athletes throughout New England looking to unlock their full potential. Joe’s signature Sports Enhancement Program (SEP) offers a personalized approach, helping athletes improve their performance while also developing critical life skills such as emotional regulation, mental toughness, and self-coaching techniques. Today, Joe continues to lead Long Trail Multi-Sport, empowering the next generation of athletes to not only excel in their sports but also build character, resilience, and confidence that will serve them far beyond the playing field.

Join Long Trail Multi-Sport today and unlock your full athletic potential!

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