WATCH: Longtime Nutley Coach, Educator Shares Fond Memories On Podcast

NUTLEY, NJ — A longtime Nutley coach and educator was recently featured on a podcast series that spotlights inspiring local residents.

Joe Affinito was the latest guest on the Inside Nutley Podcast. Hosted by lifelong resident Thomas Greco, the monthly series provides a look at current town issues, explores how the town is moving forward, spotlights residents and businesses, and answers questions from Nutley residents.

Affinito has been a fixture in the school system for more than 40 years, working as a physical education teacher, media coordinator, head and assistant baseball coach, assistant football coach, athletic director and vice principal.

The man of many hats discussed his impressive career, beginning with his childhood in Paterson, through his arrival in Nutley in 1966 to his retirement in 2010.

Affinito shared fond memories of his teams, players, coaches, educators and favorite games – as well as the challenges he faced while advancing through the ranks over four decades.

Watch the podcast below, or view it online here.

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