Former Gilman and D1 College Football Standout Launches Fitz Football Academy for All Ages

5/16/2025

Towson, MD - Baltimore native John Fitzgerald, a 1st Team All-Metro Tight-End at Gilman who went on to play D1 college football for Cornell and Richmond is now paying it forward by offering Football Training to “all ages and ability”
via Fitz Football Academy.

Fitz Football Academy offers football training for all ages and skill levels. Providing private and group sessions focused on field work—covering footwork, agility, and position-specific skills—as well as strength training to build power, speed, and prevent injuries. In addition, they offer film breakdown, nutrition guidance, and recruiting support to help athletes take their game to the next level. Whether an athlete is serious about football or simply wants to stay active and improve, they have flexible training options throughout the week.

Train to Transform

“Throughout my six-year collegiate football career, I played under five different position coaches. Each had their own style, personality, and approach. But here’s the truth: most followed the same formula—cookie-cutter drills, repetitive film sessions, and a transactional approach to the game. Coaching felt like a job, not a calling. Time and again, I saw young athletes being managed — not mentored.”

“Inspired by my high school coach, I built this program with one goal: to be transformational. His leadership, dedication, and unshakeable belief in his players showed me the lasting power of coaching that reaches beyond the field—coaching that shapes character and opens doors I never imagined.”

“Today, my mission is simple: to pay it forward—helping young men discover their potential through the game that changed my life.” - Coach Fitz

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