OUR COACHES
Meet Our Incredible Coaches!
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Our coaches bring passion, dedication, and a wealth of experience to Playmakers Lacrosse! Each one is here because they believe in inspiring young athletes and growing the sport of lacrosse right here in Minnesota.
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Come experience the difference with our talented team!
Danny
ATTACK -
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse in 4th grade because a close friend introduced me to the sport. I immediately fell in love with it and ended up playing competitively for 12+ years. As I got older, I felt the obligation to give back to the community and began coaching. I have coached boys and girls of all ages, including Varsity boys, and have made it my mission to grow the game for all.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Playing for the Frost and winning the Blue Ox Tournament in 2015. We were a regional team that ended up upsetting the state team 4-3 in the championship game.​
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy fishing, camping and skiing in my free time.​
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FAVORITE MOVIE
Miracle​
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ADVICE
Fall in love with the process, not the results. It becomes so much easier to develop as a player when you are having fun.​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
I had to play goalie for one half in 4th grade and I accidentally scored on myself.
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Zoey
DEFENSE & MIDDIE- GENTRY ACADEMY
MY LAX STORY
I started loving the sport due to my older sister playing and have been playing since i was 6 years old, I started playing for Stillwater association and now i am a midfielder at Gentry Academy and committed to playing Division 1 lacrosse at the University of South Florida.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Making it to state my first year on varsity as a 7th grader and playing with my sister for 3 years.​
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MY FREE TIME
I love being with my friends and family and traveling to new places.​
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FAVORITE SONG
“Dancing in the dark” by Rihanna​
ADVICE
Live in the moment, don’t forget to have fun!​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
Falling in the Minneapolis game my freshman year.
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Cade
MIDDIE - EAST RIDGE
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse in Woodbury in 8U and actually started as and attackman, then once I got to about 12U I switched over to middie and have loved playing it ever since. Now a senior at East Ridge High School.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
My coaches telling me I made varsity​
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy relaxing, playing video games and hanging out with family and friends
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Don Toliver​
ADVICE
You won't see results immediately and that's why you just keep practicing​
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Sam H.
ATTACK & MIDDIE - GENTRY ACADEMY
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse in 3rd grade. I decided to play because my two older brothers played and I wanted to try myself. I played for Mahtomedi and in 7th grade I switched to Gentry and played varsity lacrosse ever since. I started paying club lacrosse for Lacrosse Monkey in 6th grade and have continued to play for them. I am committed to playing division 1 lacrosse at Clemson University!​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
In 8th grade going to state with my high school team.​
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy spending time with friends and my family, going on the lake and being with my dog!​
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FAVORITE MOVIE
My favorite movie is Moana​
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ADVICE
One tip i would give to youth players is don’t let your own head get in the way of your goals!​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
When I trip without the ball.
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Charlie
DEFENSE & MIDDIE - MOUNDS VIEW
MY LAX STORY
I started playing the sport when one of my friends playing and have been playing since I was 8 years old. I started playing association for MVI and now I am a Midfielder/Defensemen at Mounds View High School.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Playing varsity as an 8th grader and having a very successful season.​
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy getting outside, playing video games and hanging out with friends and family.​
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Drake and Travis Scott​
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ADVICE
Take the shot. You'll regret the ones you don't.​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
I tried playing body, got run over, then saw myself getting clipped on Instagram later that night.
Audra
DEFENSE & MIDDIE - MOUNDS VIEW
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse in 6th grade, my friends and I all joined together one year. Once I picked up a stick, I never put it down. I currently play at Mounds View and club at Lacrosse Monkey.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
My first varsity start as an 8th grader.
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MY FREE TIME
I am normally hanging out with friends, watching a lacrosse game, on a boat or traveling.
FAVORITE ARTIST
Zach Bryan
ADVICE
Give everything you do 100%, you will never look back and regret it.
EMBARRASING MOMENT
Going the wrong way after halftime.
Koen
GOALIE - MAHTOMEDI
MY LAX STORY
I started playing in 3rd grade. After a few years, there were no goalies and I really enjoyed the position. In 7th grade I begged my parents to let me try out for a club team and I ended up making Team MN. I've been on the team ever since. I'm now the starting varsity for Mahtomedi.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Running coast to coast and scoring a goal.
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MY FREE TIME
I watch lacrosse, hangout with friends, fishing nad video games.
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Jon Pardi
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ADVICE
Work hard and never give up
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
When I was at the New Balance All American tournament, there was a big guy that was open on the doorstep and I thought it was a good idea to come out of the net and try to play body on him. I ended up snapping my stick in half, on my butt and he scored too.
Mia
GOALIE- MOUNDS VIEW
MY LAX STORY
I have been playing since 5th grade, my parents initially signed me up as a second sport, but then I grew to love it and it become my main sport. I love playing goalie and love meeting new people that also enjoy playing goalie.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
My sophomore summer when my club team was out east and we had a lot of fun playing lacrosse all the time and spending time together.
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family while making new memories.
FAVORITE ARTIST
Drake
ADVICE
Do not give up on stuff when it might be hard or you might not be as good at something. Work hard and watch yourself get better because it will happen.
EMBARRASING MOMENT
During my freshman season I made a save and while trying to clear it I dropped it behind me and one of my friends on the other team scored on an empty net.
Mac
MIDDIE - HILL-MURRAY
MY LAX STORY
I have had a stick in my hand my whole life. I started because my brother played and my cousins all played at the collegiate level. Since then I haven’t been able to put my stick down. I currently play at Hill-Murray and I play club with Lacrosse Monkey!
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
My first varsity goal in 8th grade against Rosemount, then beating them.
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MY FREE TIME
I spend a lot of time with friends, at practice, and studying.
FAVORITE SONG
My all time favorite artist is Lil Tjay, favorite song is Radio by Lana Del Ray 5.
ADVICE
My best tip to all youth players is to never doubt yourself, and always play with confidence. It is okay to make mistakes.
EMBARRASING MOMENT
An embarrassing moment was and still is missing the shot on a break away.
Allie
MIDDIE - MOUNDS VIEW
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse the summer before 7th grade, and that spring I lettered on varsity at Mounds View High School. I played youth for MVI and our team went undefeated in 8th grade. I've always played midfield but I hope to play defense in college.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Playing in the summer for MVI with all my best friends.
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MY FREE TIME
I;m hanging out with friend, singing songs, and spending time with my family and cousins.
FAVORITE ARTIST
Bruno Mars will always be my favorite artist.
ADVICE
Hit the extra reps and treat both hands equally. It's good to start training both hands young, but don't forget to have fun!
EMBARRASING MOMENT
When I got stuffed by the Stillwater goalie on a wide open breakaway.
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Elias
GOALIE - CORNELL COLLEGE (DIII)
MY LAX STORY
I got started after my head coach asked me to play at the start of my freshman year, I've only ever played goalie and have been starting for 4 years and will continue to play in college.. ​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Playing club during my junior year, I met a lot of people I'm now good friends with and I've learned a lot from them
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MY FREE TIME
I play board games with my family, and some video games with friends
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FAVORITE SONG
"Money for nothing" by Dire Straits
ADVICE
Always enjoy and appreciate the game, it gets really competitive as you get older and it's really easy to let the pressure that comes with that to get to you
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
I gave up a bad pass against a rival team that cost us the game
Chloe
MIDDIE - TOTINO GRACE
MY LAX STORY
I didn't start playing lacrosse till my 8th grade year, starting late was challenging but I fell in love with the sport. I have always played mid and really enjoy the position.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Playing my first minutes on varsity​
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MY FREE TIME
I like playing soccer and spending time with friends.​
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FAVORITE ARTIST
My favorite artist is Daniel Caesar
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ADVICE
It's never too late to join and try something new​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
Kicking the ball in the net my first game
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Caden
MIDDIE- MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY (DI)
MY LAX STORY
I started playing lacrosse when I was 6 years old, I played for Roseville and then have been at Moundsview since 5th grade. I am a midfielder at Mercyhurst University.
FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Beating Irondale in section semi finals junior year.
MY FREE TIME
I enjoy wakesurfing at my cabin, hanging out with friends and family and playing golf.
FAVORITE SONG
My favorite artist is Travis Scott and my favorite song is "Astrothunder."
ADVICE
One tip I’d give to youth players is always show up. Showing up is not easy but it's half the battle.
EMBARRASING MOMENT
I hit a player once but I ended up breaking my wrist.​​
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Cece
ATTACK - TOTINO GRACE
MY LAX STORY
I got started with lacrosse when I switched over from softball in 7th grade. I play attack. I played for two different high school teams.​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Getting my first varsity goal and the bus rides back from winning a game.​
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MY FREE TIME
I work at the Big Dipper ice cream shop!​
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Right now is Morgan Wallen.​
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ADVICE
If you make a mistake the game will go on and you won't remember it after a few games.​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
When I was starting lacrosse, I shot the ball and my stick into the goal.
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Addy
MIDDIE - MOUNDS VIEW
MY LAX STORY
I followed in my brother’s footsteps and began playing right after he did. I tried every sport there was and nothing stuck. Once I tried lacrosse it was the only thing I wanted to do.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
All of the out of state tournaments. I loved being with my team and having fun​
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MY FREE TIME
I love to hangout with my friends and family. I also enjoy going on runs with my friends
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Anything country. I love Zach Bryan (held his hand in concert)
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ADVICE
Play with confidence and don’t focus on your mistake rather how that mistake will make you better
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
Missing a wide open shot
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Jackson
MIDDIE - DETROIT MERCY (DI)
MY LAX STORY
My first experience with lacrosse was watching my cousins game in VA. I started playing with MVI and found myself having to play up all of the time because of the lower participation numbers. Which could be frustrating at times, I had to overcome many challenges but I’m very happy I stuck with it. I’ve played every position on the field but mainly midfield and attack. I now play lacrosse for the University of Detroit Mercy Titans!​
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
Winning the last tournament with my club team, ending on a high note.
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family, golfing, and spending time outside.​
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FAVORITE ARTIST
Under Pressure by Queen & David Bowie
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ADVICE
Embrace failure and making mistakes. Every mistake is an opportunity to grow and learn.​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
Catching a bounce pass with my hand in a scrimmage​
Sam C.
FOGO & MIDDIE- BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY (DI)
MY LAX STORY
I played at Mahtomedi and was a part of Team Minnesota during my club ball summers. I am a FOGO and a fun fact about that is I started taking face-offs my freshman year during tryouts as an attempt to make the high school team. I know play at Bellarmine University.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
I would say this past summer, when we won our last club tournament ever against some of the top teams in the country. The level of competition and the fact that it was our last go around as a team made it super super special.​
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MY FREE TIME
Love being with my friends and family. I’m big into sports overall, so even outside of lacrosse, I like playing basketball, watching football, and I enjoy a good time fishing.
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FAVORITE SONG/ARTIST
Wish you were here - Pink Floyd​
ADVICE
Every time I get hit or lose the ball and I hear the other bench screaming is always super embarrassing for me.
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Ethan
DEFENSE- AURORA UNIVERSITY (DIII)
MY LAX STORY
I started playing in 6th grade since a bunch of my friends were playing it. I currently play defense at Mahtomedi High School. I’m also committed to play college lacrosse at Aurora University in Illinois.
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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY
I travelled to play in the NLF Championship in New York with one of my club teammates. The level of competition helped me improve and get some looks from college coaches.​
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MY FREE TIME
I enjoy lifting, playing with my dog Bixby, and cooking.
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FAVORITE SONG/ARTIST
Kanye West
ADVICE
Find a balance between being serious and having fun, you won’t play your best if you’re thinking too much about it, play loose.​
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EMBARRASING MOMENT
When I tripped over my own feet and fell over while back pedaling at a club tournament.
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Our Memberships
Base Plan
4 sessions a month
$84/month
Perfect for maintaining skills and improving form.
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Playmaker Plan
8 sessions a month
$149/month
Ideal for players looking to perfect their form and get lots of repetition in.
5 Session Credit Pack
5 session credits
$127.45​
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