Bloomsburg Athletics

In the fall of 1974, Dr. Mingrone resurrected men's soccer at Bloomsburg as a club team after a decades-long dormancy. Through his tireless dedication and without any release time from his academic responsibilities, he guided the program to varsity status within one year. From 1975 to 1982, he served as the head coach and built the program from the ground up, culminating in one of the most successful eras in Bloomsburg soccer history.

Under Dr. Mingrone's leadership, the Huskies became a PSAC powerhouse. His 1977 squad finished as PSAC runner-up, setting the stage for Bloomsburg's first NCAA tournament appearance in 1978—an achievement matched only two other times in program history. His 1979 team posted a remarkable 13-1-0 record, still the best single-season winning percentage in program history, and earned a second NCAA tournament berth.

Over nine seasons, Dr. Mingrone compiled an impressive 63-42-4 record, good for a .596 winning percentage—second highest in program history. His teams were known for both offensive firepower and defensive dominance. Notably, goalkeeper Horst Bernhard still holds school records for fewest goals allowed in a season and lowest career goals-against average.

Dr. Mingrone also played a vital role in developing student-athletes who left a lasting legacy. Two of his former players, Jim Mailey and Toby Rank, have already been inducted into the Hall of Fame, with Mailey holding the all-time record for career and single-season goals, and Rank ranking among the top in goals and assists.

Beyond his tenure with soccer, Dr. Mingrone continued to support Bloomsburg Athletics as a volunteer assistant football coach, working with kickers, including his son, Chris Mingrone.