National Head Coach, Boy's Lacrosse

Position Responsibilities:

• Build and lead a world-class national team program with a clear vision, unified culture, and elite performance standards.
• Design and implement progressive training plans that promote individual skill growth, tactical sophistication, and team synergy.
• Mentor and manage assistant coaches and support staff to ensure alignment, leadership development, and consistency across the program.
• Recruit and cultivate top-tier student-athletes who embody the values and potential to succeed at IMG Academy and beyond.
• Champion the academic, athletic, and personal development of student-athletes through collaboration with academic services, wellness teams, and performance departments.
• Coordinate with strength & conditioning, mental training, nutrition, and sports medicine staff to maximize athlete performance and well-being.
• Lead operational planning, including scheduling, travel logistics, equipment management, and budget oversight with professionalism and efficiency.
• Foster a positive, disciplined team environment rooted in respect, accountability, character, and unity.
• Serve as the public face of the program through social media, community engagement, and recruiting outreach.
• Represent the program positively with parents, prospective families, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment with IMG Academy policies, safety protocols, and performance standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Deep knowledge of boys lacrosse fundamentals, position-specific development, and advanced tactical strategies, with a strong grasp of modern trends, scouting, and video analysis.
• Demonstrated experience coaching at the high school, collegiate, or professional level, with a track record of competitive success and program growth.
• Skilled in designing and leading structured, progressive training systems that align with elite performance standards and long-term athlete development.
• Committed to holistic development, supporting student-athletes in building character, accountability, and academic success.
• Strong ability to identify, evaluate, and recruit high-potential lacrosse talent nationally and internationally, with working knowledge of NCAA regulations and collegiate/professional pathways.
• Familiarity with sport science and integrated support systems, including strength & conditioning, nutrition, mental training, and athletic medicine.
• An effective mentor and team builder who fosters alignment and communication across coaching staff, support personnel, and performance departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to engaging players, families, alumni, and the broader lacrosse community.
• Confident and articulate communicator, capable of inspiring athletes, engaging families, and representing the program and brand with professionalism.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage scheduling, logistics, and team operations efficiently.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g. physical education or sports management) or equivalent professional experience.
• Coaching certifications or licenses preferred.
• Should be able to handle outdoor temperatures for a reasonable period of time.
• Must be able to move around campus which includes gym, turf, fields, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as required.