In his third year as varsity soccer coach at KO, Sal Penta brings 30 years of coaching experience to the role. He was inducted into the Connecticut Girls Soccer Coaching Association Hall of Fame in 2019 and led Southington High School to the Class LL state championship in 2002. Penta was also named the Meriden Record-Journal Fall Coach of the Year in 2007.

His coaching philosophy centers on creating a positive yet challenging environment to develop players technically, tactically, physically, and mentally. He emphasizes a positive attitude, teamwork, integrity, discipline, resiliency, leadership, and joy in an effort to foster success both on and off the field.

Penta holds a B.S. in Physical Therapy and an M.S. in Orthopedic Physical Therapy and is an ACSM-certified personal Trainer. He also holds a USSF D Coaching License and a National Youth Soccer Coaching License from US Soccer. He believes that coaching high school athletics provides a unique opportunity to develop not only athletes but also well-rounded individuals, making the role both rewarding and fulfilling.