Marcus Bradley

Marcus Bradley is in his first year as a graduate assistant strength and conditioning coach. He works with men's and women's track and field, rowing and football. Bradley earned a Bachelor of Science in Parks and Recreation Management from Western Carolina University along with an Associate of Arts degree in General Studies from Dodge City Community College. Marcus was a volunteer student assistant strength and conditioning coach at Clemson in 1999. He also was an assistant defensive back coach at Gaffney High School from 2005-07.

Marcus is certified with the National Association of Speed and Explosion (NASE) and is current with all adult CPR/AED and first aid basics. He is married to his wife Alexia and the couple has two children, Marquis (4) and Alexiona (3).

Email: mabradl@clemson.edu

Rick Franzblau

Franzblau is in his first year as a graduate assistant at Clemson.  He works with Men’s Track and Field and Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving.  Prior to becoming a graduate assistant, Franzblau completed an internship at Clemson in the summer of 2006.  He graduated from Colgate University in 2006 with a degree in history.   At Colgate, Franzblau spent three years as a student assistant strength coach after his football career was cut short due to injuries.  He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the NSCA. 

Email: rfranzb@clemson.edu

Matt Leininger

Matt Leininger is in his second year as a graduate assistant strength and conditioning coach. He works with the football, baseball, men's and women's soccer and golf programs. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from Clemson University (2007) along with a minor in Business Administration. Matt is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Student Affairs.

Matt is a Certified Sport Nutrition Consultant and is current with all adult CPR/AED and first aid basics. He is married to his wife, Whitney.

Email: mleinin@clemson.edu