Cory is joining Area Scouts with around 10 years of coaching and teaching experience. Cory serves as a high school teacher, who teaches sports medicine, anatomy, and exercise physiology. Having the opportunity to teach the youth about the foundations of what is required for the body of an athlete and how to prevent injuries has created a deepened skill set that transfers out onto the field and weight room as a coach. Cory strives to ensure that each athlete has the opportunity to maximize their potential, and provide the path for success. 

Growing up, sports have always been a pillar of enjoyment and a need for competition. Cory originally grew up in New York playing competitive soccer and lacrosse. After success in high school, Cory went to Nova Southeastern University and majored in Biology with a minor in Exercise Science. Hoffman has since earned his master’s degree in exercise science and physical education through Montclair State University, as well as becoming a certified strength and conditioning specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. 

While teaching in New Jersey, Cory quickly got involved in coaching both soccer and lacrosse. He started coaching at Chatham High School, moved to restart the lacrosse program at Eastern Christian High School, but has spent his most recent years at Westwood High School. Within the first year of joining Westwood Lacrosse coaching staff, the team had performed their best season, as well as enjoyed their first league title in program history. Outside of the two specific sports, Cory has coached athletes from all ages and aspirations, all the way from beginning youth wrestlers to D1 college players. 

There is a high importance to reduce this injury crisis in youth sports, and Cory is excited for the opportunity to assist in growing the next generation of athletes in North New Jersey.