Daniel Rooney joined Sanford Sports in 2024 as a high school strength and conditioning coach. He has led sports and conditioning programs in high schools since 2019.

Since joining Sanford Sports, Rooney has worked at Crookston High School and the Sanford Sports Performance facility in Grand Forks, working with youth and adult clients.

Rooney enjoys working at Sanford Sports because of the staff and clients at his facility. He says the interactions between coaches and clients gives the facility an extended family feel.

Rooney believes everyone should have the opportunity to experience the rewards of hard work, dedication and consistency.

He aspires to create an environment where people feel empowered to better themselves in whatever pursuit they are chasing. 

Rooney received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of North Dakota and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist.