"Reno is a solid football coach who has worked hard to get to where he is, but I feel he misses the mark in many areas. He doesn’t seem to have a strong connection with individual players, likely because he brings in so many recruits each year that it’s hard for him to relate on a personal level. When I first arrived at Yale, he seemed much more positive. However, even during winning seasons, he now appears consumed by negativity. The constant focus on past teams has become tiring—every year is different, and it’s more important to focus on building stronger relationships and staying connected through tough times. I also feel there’s a disconnect within the staff. Coach Reno seems intent on controlling every aspect of the program, but I’m not sure that’s what’s best. He could benefit from stepping back into more of a CEO role, returning to his earlier positivity, and trusting his staff to coach. While his structured approach has its strengths, it sometimes feels like the team is overworked and lacks the energy and excitement needed on game day. What I heard during the recruiting process about the program hasn’t matched my experience as a player. It feels like the focus is now solely on winning, with many promises left unfulfilled. Just a heads up, they can absolutely care less about school or you succeeding. Corino says it many times and he truly means it. School is a secondary piece playing football at Yale so you just need to know that as you come in. "

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