My Teaching metaphor is much like my coaching philosophy “Less is More.” I was told this many times from my mentor and friend Paul Rai and Jimmy Quinlan. Paul was influential in my growth as a coach and a person. He reminded me daily to take a breath and live in the moment. Allow for students and athletes the chances to learn and grow on their own. A gradual release of responsibility is key to developing strong and inspired individuals. Jimmy was inspiring every day! His passion and commitment resonated with me increasingly as I got to know him on a personal level. He truly was interested in the lives of his students and athletes. He brings attention to detail on your actions and how they can affect your life. My favorite saying, “does this make sense” Jimmy would say, to get the learners engaged and thinking about the process. This allowed for collaboration and conversation about the topic in mind. This was the passion that he passed on to me, as I cannot say thank you enough to all my coaches and friends that have allowed me to grow into the person that I am today.  

As an Educator I want to focus on providing students with equal learning chances that are allowing for self-growth while building confident and inspiring people. I have been driven by my mentors to supply quality instruction to all. I am always talking about sports and education along with a bunch more around local gyms, schools, and arenas.  

My passion speaks for the commitment needed in the community for local students – athletes and families to have the opportunities that lacrosse can provide in spirit, health, and education. 

My motto has been Live,Lax,Learn 

Live: Live every moment to the fullest and never give up 

Lax: (Lacrosse, but also Relax) I love this word as it reminds me to be patient and passionate about being an educator and coach. 

Learn:  We are all learners. Learn from our mistakes, learn from our successes, learn from our youths, learn from our elders. Always be learning.