Brian Spallina
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Renowned for transforming the lacrosse landscape, I leveraged my Hall of Fame playing career into founding Dynamic Sports and Team 91, the nation's premier lacrosse program. At Smith Street School, I honed my ability to foster growth and communication, skills vital for nurturing top talent and fostering community engagement. My leadership and strategic development skills have been pivotal in advancing lacrosse's reach and impact.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner of Dynamic Sports
Self-employeed
71 Mall Drive, Commack NY
01.2008 - Current
- Developed a top tier business focused on the sport of lacrosse.
- Execute a variety of male and female lacrosse tournaments across the country.
- Built the #1 boys travel program in the country.
- Building a competitive girls travel program across multiple states including #1 teams at a variety of age groups.
- Develop showcases to create enhanced opportunities for our children in our program and beyond.
- National events to expand our reach an help grow the sport in new markets.
- Tactical training programs for team and coaching development.
- Individual skill training to focus on refining the sport.
- Focus on a positive, supportive and competitive environment both on and off the field.
- Foster strong relationship and building character to help create lifelong skills.
Team 91 Coach
Dynamic Sports
71 Mall Drive Commack, NY 11758
01.2008 - Current
- Coach Team 91 Machine, a 2027 boys elite team, one of the top in the country who secured the National Championship in 2024.
- Coach Team 91 2029 Roar, the #1 team in the nation.
- Coach Team 91 2033 Blaze that is undefeated over the last two years.
- Supports and helps develop all age groups across the program.
- Runs weekly skills trainings for both to develop specific skills both offensively and defensively.
- Help to place over 500+ student athletes in colleges across the country at all levels, including over 100+ Division 1 athletes.
- Develop strong relationships with players and families to create a family-like atmosphere and support their academic and athletic growth.
- Encourage and created a variety of charity opportunities to give back to communities all over Long Island.
- Boosted player confidence through personalized training sessions and create open lines of communication for players and families.
- Effectively screen and work with qualified coaches that embody the company's commitment to student athlete growth.
Teacher
Smith Street School
Uniondale, NY
09.2000 - Current
- Focuses on building strong relationships with students and parents by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods and connecting to each individual student.
- Maintains curriculum and adapts for each student to focus on effective and personal learning.
- Mentors new teachers and student teachers in addition to co-teaching with special eduction instructors to fully support students.
Assistant Mens Lacrosse Coach
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
01.2005 - 06.2007
Assistant Mens Lacrosse Coach
Southside School District
Rockville Centre, NY
01.2001 - 06.2005
- Helped to bring the team to a state championship in 2005.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05-2000
Skills
- Hofstra Mens Lacrosse Team 1996-2000 with All American and Hall of Fame honors
- Professional Lacrosse player from 2000-2017 in the MLL
- Most decorated professional lacrosse player in history with 7 championships
- Team Captain 15 times for the Philadelphia Barrage, Chesapeake Bayhawks, Bridgeport Barrage and the Long Island Lizards
- Played professional indoor lacrosse in the NLL for the New York Saints
- Multiple time MLL All Star
- Inducted into the MLL/PLL Hall of Fame in 2023
- Creator/owner/coach of Team 91 Lacrosse club - the #1 boys lacrosse program in the nation
- High School and college coaching experience
Timeline
Owner of Dynamic Sports
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current
Team 91 Coach
Dynamic Sports
01.2008 - Current
Assistant Mens Lacrosse Coach
Adelphi University
01.2005 - 06.2007
Assistant Mens Lacrosse Coach
Southside School District
01.2001 - 06.2005
Teacher
Smith Street School
09.2000 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Hofstra University