Meet Our Coaches

BJ is a former professional lacrosse player and Division I All-American at Marquette University. He has been a full-time lacrosse coach in the Bay Area since 2019. Driven to deliver high-level instruction and meaningful mentorship, BJ founded From the Dirt to create dynamic lacrosse experiences that help players, coaches, and the game itself continue to grow.

Nick is an active PLL player with the Denver Outlaws and a former All-American and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year at the University of Maryland. He has spent the past four years coaching Division I defense at Binghamton University, University of Vermont, and most recently Harvard University. Nick coaches with detail, discipline, and high standards. He demands consistency and brings real energy every day, pushing players to compete, grow and reach their full potential.

Sam is an active PLL player with the Utah Archers and a former All-American and Tewaaraton Finalist at Harvard University. Having recently graduated, he is eager to take the next step into the coaching world. As an offensive-minded attackman, Sam brings a detail-oriented approach rooted in strong fundamentals, helping players expand and refine their game. He is passionate about growing the sport and sharing the knowledge he has been fortunate to gain.