OUR COACHES

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 just 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.

MY LAX STORY

I started playing lacrosse in Woodbury in 8U and actually started as and attackman, then once i got to about u12 i switched over to middie and have loved playing it ever since.  Now a junior 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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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.​

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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 ARTIST 

 “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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Senior midfielder going to play division 1 lacrosse 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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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. I've now been starting for 2 years and about to start my fourth year. ​

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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

MY LAX STORY

I started playing in 4th grade as a defender in Forest Lake. The following year I tried out the goalie position and feel in love. I now am the starting varsity goalie at Forest Lake High School, and I play with the Minnesota Lakers year round.​

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FAVORITE LAX MEMORY

Late night talks with my teammates in hotel rooms when we were supposed to be sleeping.

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MY FREE TIME

I do puzzles, play with my 3 dogs and work out.

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FAVORITE SONG & MOVIE

My favorite artist is Billie Eilish, whom I have seen twice in concert. My favorite movie is definitely Pitch Perfect.

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ADVICE

Enjoy every moment you have on and off the field with teammates. The season and years go by quick.

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EMBARRASING MOMENT

This year in Boston when a teammate of mine bet me I couldn't hit the crossbar with my head. So I jumped and of course hit my head, which gave me a terrible headache. My team still brings it up and laugh at me.

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 and am a senior captain at Hill-Murray and I’m going to continue playing Division 1 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

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FAVORITE TEAM

Detroit Mercy Titans ⚔️⚔️

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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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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MY LAX STORY

I play 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.

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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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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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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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