JEFFREY ROBERTS
Meadville
Summary
Dynamic collegiate lacrosse coach with a track record of leading NCAA Division III programs to their best seasons and PAC Championship berths. Expertise in recruiting high-character athletes and fostering academic excellence, achieving a team GPA of 3.33 while managing budgets, fundraising, and community engagement initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Men's Lacrosse Coach
Allegheny College
08.2024 - Current
- Direct all aspects of NCAA Division III men's lacrosse operations including recruiting, player development, academics, fundraising, budgeting, scheduling, and alumni engagement.
- Led the program to a 10-7 record in 2024, the best season in program history, and a PAC Championship berth.
- Developed 26 All-Conference selections, 3 major conference award winners, and 1 All-American, 1 NCAA D3 Assist Per Game.
- Raised team GPA to 3.33 by promoting academic accountability and fostering student success.
- Managed operating budgets, equipment purchases, travel logistics, and game-day operations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with admissions, advancement, alumni, and campus stakeholders to enhance program support.
- Coordinated community engagement and alumni outreach initiatives that increased program visibility and support.
Head Lacrosse Coach
Hanover College
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Recruited prospective athletes by scouting talent and conducting campus visits to build a competitive team.
- Organized team practices, ensuring effective drills and athlete engagement.
- Managed game strategies and play calling during competitive lacrosse matches.
- Mentored assistant coaches on coaching techniques and player development, fostering a cohesive coaching staff.
- Collaborated with athletic administration on budget planning and resource allocation to optimize team resources.
Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Marquette University
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Worked with coaching staff to develop effective game strategies and tactics, contributing to competitive performance.
- Designed and implemented practice plans, facilitating player skill development and team cohesion.
- Coordinated with other assistant coaches on ways to maximize player development opportunities.
- Provided guidance to players regarding technical skills, strategies, and team dynamics.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategy adjustments.
- Supported recruiting efforts to attract skilled athletes to the program, enhancing overall team talent.
Head Lacrosse Coach
Concordia University Wisconsin
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Coordinated team practices, implementing effective drills to enhance athlete engagement and skill development.
- Organized and facilitated practice sessions, drills and scrimmages to ensure team was prepared for upcoming games.
- Mentored assistant coaches, offering guidance on coaching techniques and fostering player development strategies.
- Recruited prospective athletes through scouting and campus visits.
- Led community outreach initiatives to promote lacrosse within local schools and organizations, increasing sport visibility and participation.
- Served as a mentor for student-athletes providing guidance on academics, athletics and life skills.
- Monitored academic progress of student-athletes, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations.
- Analyzed film footage from previous games in order to identify areas needing improvement.
- Collaborated with athletic administration on budget planning and resource allocation.
Education
M.S. - Athletic Administration and Coaching
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA01-2016
B.S. - History
Springfield College
Springfield, MA12-1994
Skills
- Recruiting athletes
- Player development
- Game strategy
- Athlete conditioning
- Fundraising strategies
- Team building
- Community outreach
References
- Lynn Hall, Hanover College, Athletic Director, 812-701-5054, lynn.hall@hanover.edu
- Joe Amplo, United States Naval Academy, Head Lacrosse Coach, 410-271-5848, amplo@usna.edu
- Dr. Rob Barnhill, Concordia University Wisconsin, Director of Athletics, 262-243-4404, rob.barnhill@cuw.edu
- Sean Woods, Amherst College, Head Lacrosse Coach, 413-542-2113, swoods@amherst.edu
- Brian Brecht, Rutgers University, Head Lacrosse Coach, 732-445-4211, bbrecht@scarletknights.com
Accomplishments
- Coach of the Year 2019, 2023
- NCAA All-American Committee Member
- NCAA Regional Ranking Committee Member
- PAC Conference IMLCA Liaison
Timeline
Head Men's Lacrosse Coach
Allegheny College
08.2024 - Current
Head Lacrosse Coach
Hanover College
01.2019 - 01.2024
Assistant Lacrosse Coach
Marquette University
01.2013 - 01.2015
Head Lacrosse Coach
Concordia University Wisconsin
01.2009 - 01.2013
M.S. - Athletic Administration and Coaching
Concordia University Irvine
B.S. - History
Springfield College