Coach Rating: Chris Natoli at Marymount University

Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Honest Truth About Chris

Date: March 22, 2025

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"To this comment below Natoli is not top dog he is not an Olympic coach or a d1 coach. He is not coaching any ncca qualifiers or Olympic trails athletes. There are better world class caches who do not cruise at athletes and do push them but in a positive matter. "Coach Chris has been the step that I needed to get better, he’s pushed me through the toughest times making me feel supported the whole way through. He’s passionate for the sport and making everyone the best they can be. TopDogs!!!""

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Wrong Button Clicked Before Would Not Recommend

Date: March 22, 2025

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" Would not recommend cliqued the wrong button for this one by accident and didn't realize but I don't recommend him worst coach ever"On several Occasions yelled at athletes in front of everyone for medical stuff .One time someone was dealing with a medical issue and the person was going to go back to what they were doing once it was taken care of and Chris was like we are an hour into practice. Another time a different athlete sat out of practice just for a 50 bcuz his shoulders were bothering him. Natoli then started yelling saying he wasn't physically able to keep up in the workouts and told him to get out of the pool. It’s not his fault that he can’t keep up with the workouts, he is a human being who is injured. ""

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Watch The News Story And Don't Go To Mu

Date: November 24, 2025

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"Make sure you know all the allegations against this coach. I made the mistake of committing to Marymount. Luckily a few team members warned me and sent me this news story. I have since learned there is much more evidence than just this and the cover up goes all the way to Becera's office. https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/investigations/marymount-university-swimming-coach-called-abusive-by-athletes-chris-natoli/65-b9b385b0-bf3f-485d-a384-5439bcf0b328 "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Blind From The Real Truth

Date: March 28, 2025

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Intense Direct Disorganized Old School Mentality

"It is insane that everyone is willing to believe 2 swimmers who spoke out standing up for Chris over 6 swimmers who had proof and documentation on what Chris has done by the way. Chris knows how to manipulate Marymount University and manipulate swimmers. Not to mention the swimmers who spoke out are the “favorites” of the team. They don't know anything about the “real” Chris Natoli. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Toxic Then And Toxic Now, Gmu To Marymount

Date: March 26, 2025

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"A disgrace to the sport of swimming. Natoli has been abusive to his athletes for years. The behavior he is exhibiting at Marymount is the exact same as when he coached at GMU. He picked favorites, athletes he deemed valuable enough for his time, and belittled the rest. He would make condescending and crude comments (especially to the women, which were often sexual and degrading) all the time and made the pool deck an extremely toxic environment. At GMU he refused to coach women, sending them to the opposite side of the pool and ignoring their existence because he only wanted to coach "winners" aka the men. With this behavior he drove a massive wedge between the mens and women's teams. He is nothing more than a bully and always has been. There aren't words strong enough to convey how horrible and toxic Natoli is, and its devastating to know that this behavior has been reported numerous times and never taken with the seriousness it deserves. Marymount has to decide if points are more important than the mental health and safety of their swimmers. GMU made the wrong choice once and its Marymount's time to correct it. To Marymount swimmers- I hope you know we understand what you are going through and stand by you during this! You are brave- dont back down!"

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

What Reality Is Not What Chris Is

Date: March 22, 2025

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" This portion of a report someone wrote is bs. Its one thing to be loud while cheering someone on but its another to be loud and cruise on deck and scream profanity. He is negatively loud and using the wrong language. “ He is coaching college swim, grown adults, and he going to treat you like a grown adult” Grown Adults don't yell and cruise at each other in a regular basis. Treating someone like an adult is not cursing at them or calling them the “ r” word or grossly out of shape. So its not treating someone like an adult its bullying He always going to give reason why he may have you doing something out of the ordinary. He’s loud. In this sport you have to be, your athletes heads are quite literally under water. He is coaching college swim, grown adults, and he going to treat you like a grown adult. Some people can’t handle that come straight from high school and leaving home for the first time but that the reality of it. ""

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Good Coach Vs Chris As A Coach

Date: March 22, 2025

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"The few favorites have it easy but the rest of us don't. While he is great to 4-5 people he's a monster to the other 30. This team is a community as a whole not just about 5 people and leave out the rest. You can't just coach 5 people and be sweet and then totally not coach and bully the other 30. You have to coach everyone and be a positive role model to all. Definition of a good coach is coaches everyone, is a good role model in and out of the pool to everyone, gives challenging sets and pushes you to the limit but positively and makes time to help everyone. A good coach is making tough practices and challenging athletes to their full potential. But when pushing them you cheer them on common you got this. And to work with them through the challenges and help them grow. And if they don't make the set you adjust it or say we can work together to get you to make the set next time Chris will yell things and scream negatively while doing challenging stuff and not. Like calling someone the r word for not making a set. Or screaming at them for not swimming fast enough is not good coaching "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Coming To Reality And Realizing The Truth

Date: March 22, 2025

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"It’s horrible how Marymount University is not getting involved in this when it’s true. The accusations against Natoli are true. Multiple athletes went to the school and to higher up people to report the many different things he’s done, so therefore it’s true. No one let along multiple college students would go to a higher up and make stuff up. No one would lie about something this serious. Another thing is that there were many different situations that were brought up by many different people so therefore its true. If there are more then 1 or 2 people speaking out about the same person you know its true then. Also some of the situations that have happened have been repeated on numerous occasions. Another thing is that he had numerous quits in the last 2 years one was including the best female swimmer. So Marymount University needs to wake up and see all of this and how its all true and take action. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Disgraceful Behavior To Athletes

Date: March 22, 2025

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Direct Intense Disorganized

"One time Natoli just yelled at someone because they asked about their swim time after a race. He also would get athletes to turn against swimmers the he didn’t like or that he targeted towards. He’s supposed to be a grown up here and put the team together not tear it apart. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Doesn’t Understand Medical Issues

Date: March 22, 2025

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"On several Occasions yelled at athletes in front of everyone for medical stuff .One time someone was dealing with a medical issue and the person was going to go back to what they were doing once it was taken care of and Chris was like we are an hour into practice. Another time a different athlete sat out of practice just for a 50 bcuz his shoulders were bothering him. Natoli then started yelling saying he wasn't physically able to keep up in the workouts and told him to get out of the pool. It’s not his fault that he can’t keep up with the workouts, he is a human being who is injured. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Outburst Behaviors By A Coach

Date: March 22, 2025

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Direct Intense Disorganized Poor Communication

"A few athletes did report that Mr. Natoli's verbal outbursts are regularly accompanied by physically aggressive behavior. A good example would be the time that Mr. Natoli threw whiteboard markers at someone their freshman year in a private meeting, that took place in Natoli’s office. He became enraged and slammed his hands on his desk so hard that items bounced off the desk. Mr. Natoli would throw stopwatches and other equipment on the ground or at the wall. This behavior made many athletes uncomfortable and, at times, fearful."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Doesn’t Understand Medical Issues

Date: March 22, 2025

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Direct Intense Disorganized Old School Mentality

"Mr. Natoli does demonstrated a pattern of forcing athletes' to continue competing against doctors' orders and denying necessary medical care. For example, several of people witnessed Mr. Natoli yell at a swimmer with a medical issue for taking breaks during practice when their glucose monitor goes off. Multiple other athletes reported that they were pressured to compete through sickness or injury, even against medical recommendations."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Believe The Ones Who Spoke Out!

Date: March 21, 2025

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Old School Mentality Poor Communication

"Thank God some of the students finally had the guts to speak up. I couldn't stay on that team with all the abuse. A bunch of us talked about it and some of us even tried to report him. But don't believe anything other than every report we made was ignored, or they tried to convince us WE were the ones who were wrong. I literally cheered when someone sent me the link to the brave swimmers who finally go the word out. I wish it was in time to save my swim career, but I'll be glad that hopefully, Marymount will stop him from hurting other athletes. He could have been a great coach, but he only cares about his favorites, and he just can't control his temper."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Coach Chris And Why’s He’s Good At What He Does

Date: March 21, 2025

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Honest Intense Knowledgeable Motivational Believes In You

"Coach Chris has been the step that I needed to get better, he’s pushed me through the toughest times making me feel supported the whole way through. He’s passionate for the sport and making everyone the best they can be. TopDogs!!!"

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Chris Natoli Is A Fantastic Coach And Mentor For Any Swimmer. He Is A Good Man Who Cares About His Athletes And Truly Wants To See Them Succeed.

Date: March 21, 2025

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Cares About Academics Dedicated To Players Great Leader Passionate About Coaching Positive Person

"Chris Natoli is hands down the best coach I've ever had in my 16-year swimming journey. He really helped me find my love for the sport when I was uncertain about swimming in college. What truly sets him apart is his ability to making practice fun—it's never just a job or a chore; it’s our passion. Like any good coach, he points out both our strengths and the areas where we can grow, which is just part of being a collegiate athlete, no matter the level. Some of my favorite moments are the chats we have after my races, regardless of how I performed. He’s always straightforward about what did or didn’t go right and, more importantly, how I can improve. He never brings me down; instead, he guides me through finding solutions so I can avoid making the same mistakes in the future. This approach really creates a positive vibe within our team. We all come to practice with a shared goal of getting better, and it’s Chris who inspires us every step of the way."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Great Coach, Always There For His Swimmers Both Inside And Outside Of The Pool Deck.

Date: March 21, 2025

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Direct Intense Knowledgeable Knows The Game Passionate About Coaching

"He knows the game through and through. As long as you trust the process, you will get results with Chris."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

The Type Of Coach You Want To Swim For.

Date: March 21, 2025

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Direct Honest Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture Dedicated To Players

"Coach Natoli is the best coach I have ever had. In the world of sports, especially swimming, poor coaching is the reason that so many walk away from the sport. I regained my love for swimming once I started working with Chris Natoli. He curates the training to each swimmer individually and promotes a respectful, competitive environment."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

A Great Coach And Is An Honor To Be His Swimmer!

Date: March 21, 2025

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Direct Honest Believes In You Cares About Academics Easy To Get Along With

"My experience with Natoli has been extremely positive. He creates championship athletes and is passionate about his swimmers. He makes me feel seen at practice and takes time to listen to my concerns. Natoli checks on his swimmers when they are sick or dealing with personal things. His practices ensure you put in the work to gain the best result. Natoli is one of the best coaches I have had and it would be a pleasure to be coached by him. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

I Am Taking My Kid Off This Team

Date: November 2, 2024

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"I am pulling my kid off this team and transferring. The bullying, language, drinking… the AD should be ashamed to keep this guy on staff"

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

The Good Reviews Are Fake

Date: July 26, 2024

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"If you see good reviews for Natoli, they are prompted to try to save his terrible reputation. My roommate was one of his swimmers, and I finally just feel I have to speak up. There of 5 of 30 swimmers he really likes. The other 25, he could care less. But if he just ignored them, that would be better, but his screaming rants are legendary. Every morning my roomier would come back deflated and depressed. This coach should not be allowed around any swimmer. The language he uses, the bullying, the Marymount code of conduct violations are unbelievable. I watched my roomier become a different person swimming for him. Whatever anyone tells you, he is not appropriate toward athletes. The bystanders are too afraid to speak up to him as he threatens to throw them off the team. Some of there stories are reviews on this website. I suggest you listen to them. They are not exaggerating."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Has Proven A Winning Team Culture

Date: July 17, 2024

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Accessible Cool Direct Honest Creates A Great Team Culture

"Coach takes pride and what he does and you can see it from his past success."

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

5 Stars! Go To Marymount. You Won't Be Disappointed.

Date: July 17, 2024

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Accessible Easy To Get Along With Great Communicator Great Leader Helps With Career

"A couple of disgruntled reviews on this exceptional coach. Coach Natoli is the most caring and diligent coach around. I urge you to do your due diligence on his record both in the classroom and the pool. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Great Coach Look At His Record!

Date: July 16, 2024

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Honest Knowledgeable Motivational Believes In You Creates A Great Team Culture

"Coach Natoli is the kindest and most sincere Coach that I have ever had the chance to swim for. He is fair and considerate. A great motivator and somebody who makes you better. I highly recommend swimming for him. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Coach Natoli Is An Incredible Coach.

Date: June 13, 2024

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Direct Honest Motivational Cares About Academics Knows The Game

"I have had the incredible opportunity to swim for Coach Natoli for the past two years. From my experience, Chris is an extremely knowledgeable, passionate, caring man who takes the time to get to know his swimmers. When I was frustrated and ready to give up, Coach Natoli encouraged me and gave me the confidence to believe in the training and hard work I had put in. Other reviews of Coach Chris paint him as a hard, angry child with little knowledge and nothing to offer his swimmers but a harsh word. This is not true. I can tell you that I am the swimmer and man I am today thanks to the guidance of Coach Chris. I have never once seen Coach Chris lose his temper, yell at a swimmer, or otherwise treat an athlete unfairly. His knowledge and dedication to the sport are evident, his charismatic coaching style is refreshing, and his commitment to his athletes is unparalleled. Coach Natoli is a great coach. "

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Men's Swimming & Diving

Chris Natoli

Men's Swimming & Diving Head Coach / Swimming

Marymount University

NCAA DIII

Wish I Could Find Something Good To Say, I Really Do.

Date: March 15, 2024

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Intense Poor Communication

"I have been on this team for a while, but I am quitting with some NCAA eligibility left. After our season ended Natoli continued to rage about a kid that isn't even on the team anymore. He kept telling us we were not allowed to complain about his actions to the compliance person, but we had to "say it to his face". Uh, hello? Saying anything to his face results in a tirade full of words I'm not allowed to say. I am just not comfortable here anymore. I should have spoken out earlier, and maybe some of the 5 kids that have quit this year would still be swimming. I have lost faith in my school to keep us safe, so I'm out. Frankly, I'm thinking about transferring schools so none of my money goes to paying him. Sad. This sport used to be the most fun I had all day, now I'm scared to come to practice because we never know what kind of mood he's in. I wish he could just be nice. We are good swimmers, and we work hard, and we want to represent our school and win. We're not getting any faster since being on his team, and it's just no fun. Other teams come to meets with costumes, or silly shoes, or something fun, and laugh and swim and do great. Natoli raged at some freshman last year for having a silly hat. I mean, why aren't we allowed to have any fun?"

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