Mike Kinsella

Health & Physical Education Teacher; Varsity Baseball Head Coach, Robbinsville High School
2nd year

What teacher/coach had the biggest influence on you as a student & why?:

Raritan football coach Anthony Petruzzi, who Kinsella served under as an assistant. Coach P taught me that coaching is more than Xs and Os. That building relationships and character can go a long way. Part of what I’m trying to build here at Robbinsville is a direct reflection of what he does at Raritan.

Favorite color: Black

Favorite meal: Pizza  

Favorite musical group: Queen

Favorite teams: New York Yankees

Favorite TV show: “Entourage”

Favorite Movie: “Hook”

Three for Dinner: Mickey Mantle, Chris Farley and Joe Rogan.

Proudest moment on the job: Being named head baseball coach at Robbinsville.

Fondest memory on the job: Beating Bordentown at home to advance to the Central Jersey, Group 2 sectional final.

Hidden talent: Cooking.

What inspires you?: Knowing that the connections I make daily can directly impact kids’ lives in the future. 

How do you make connections with students?: I try to make students laugh and create a fun learning atmosphere.

If you could pass on your wisdom: Work ethic is paramount to success.

Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by: Fill your life with adventures, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show.

What makes a good day at school?: Getting to run around and compete with students in gym class.