News Summary

USA Lacrosse has recognized outstanding coaches for the 2025 Boys Lacrosse Coaches of the Year award. This accolade honors those who exemplify sportsmanship and foster strong relationships with players and officials. A rigorous selection process involves local coaches voting to highlight commendable contributions to the sport. From coast to coast, this year’s recipients showcase exceptional mentoring and leadership, demonstrating that coaching excellence is thriving across the country. Coaches are encouraged to continue their mission of shaping the future of lacrosse.

Exciting News from Across the Country for Lacrosse Enthusiasts!

Hey there, sports fans! It’s that time of year again when we celebrate some truly amazing people in the world of boys’ lacrosse. USA Lacrosse has just announced their selections for the 2025 Boys Lacrosse Coaches of the Year, and it’s all about recognizing those coaches who go above and beyond on and off the field.

Spotlighting Exceptional Coaches

This award isn’t just about the final scores or the number of games won. It’s about embodying the ideals of lacrosse—showing outstanding sportsmanship, fostering strong relationships with players, officials, and fellow coaches. There’s so much more happening in the world of high school sports than just the scoreboard, and this award really highlights that fact.

The selection process is no walk in the park. Coaches are evaluated based on their overall performance and contributions, and the process is overseen diligently by USA Lacrosse, with local area chairs helping to administer the assessments. Coaches from each geographical region get a say in this process, casting their votes for whom they believe deserves the recognition.

What’s This Award All About?

The Coach of the Year Award is part of a larger program that includes other prestigious honors such as All-American, All-Academic, and the respected Bob Scott Award. Each of these awards serves to illuminate the accomplishments of players and coaches, displaying the incredible talent and dedication found in lacrosse.

A Glimpse at This Year’s Winners

This year’s honorees come from various locales, showcasing talent from coast to coast! Coaches like Randy Nace from Vestavia Hills, and Jerem Stothers representing Berkeley, have shown that they not only know their game but also understand the value of teaching and mentoring young athletes.

From the East to the West, coaches such as Micah Norcross at Wilmington Christian and Matt Bocklet of Cherry Creek exemplify this leadership. The list includes an impressive roster of names like Justin Messersmith from DeMatha, Ryan Bolanos of Junipero Serra, and many more. It’s definitely a mix of seasoned and emerging stars!

Everywhere You Look, Winners are Rising!

The celebrations don’t stop there! We’ve seen the names of coaches like John Piper from Manchester Valley and Peter Cordrey of Benjamin School join the ranks of this esteemed group. Coaches like Glenn Carter from Episcopal and Zachary Pall at Jesuit New Orleans make clear that coaching excellence is thriving in every corner of the country.

Of course, some areas are still finalizing their selections, so stay tuned! Not all of the incredible coaches have been announced yet. It’s clear there are a lot of talented people out there mentoring athletes and setting them up for success on and off the field.

Keeping Up with Lacrosse

If you want to keep track of these amazing teams and their dedicated coaches, make sure to download the SBLive Sports app—available on both iPhone and Android. It’s a fantastic way to stay in touch with your favorite schools and sports news, making sure you never miss a beat in the world of lacrosse!

What an exciting announcement for the lacrosse community! Let’s give a big hand to all the coaches out there dedicated to shaping the future of this dynamic sport—your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed!

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