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JOSEPH MANNA

Novato,CA

Summary

My experience aligns very well with the qualifications any high-level lacrosse program is seeking, and I am confident that I am the best candidate for the position. I have experience in coaching and overseeing and managing budgets and equipment. I have propelled myself throughout the coaching circuit by traveling nationally and internationally for coaching and clinics. The skills in my experience building a NCAA DII program from the ground up will be applicable for any Lacrosse coaching job.


I articulate clear goals for a team from a coaching and administrative perspective and implements structured schedules to accomplish these goals Understands the athletic/academic environment of Private University with a high standard for education. Manages directs, and delegates responsibility to complete tasks Established relationships within the NCAA Lacrosse Coaching Circuit Networks within the wide range of potential prospects, High School players and club coaches, Nationally and Internationally Maintains beneficial relationships with my own team and organization, as well as our competitors and the larger community Maintains respect for Origins of Lacrosse and Native American culture

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Coach

Dominican University of California
06.2021 - Current
  • Inaugural Head Coach
  • 2023 - WWLL Regular Season Champions (13-1)
  • 2025 - Mountain East Finals Appearance (12-2)
  • 2025 - #12 Scoring Defense in NCAA DII
  • 28-11 Record as Head Coach (.717 Win Percentage)
  • Managed Scholarships - Operational Budget
  • Roster of 30 SAs, 16 different States, 3 Different Countries

Assistant Coach

Haudenosaunee National Team (Iroquois)
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw Roster, Training Camps, Practices.
  • Upset of #5 World Ranked Scotland
  • Defensive Coordinator
  • 8th Place at World Championship (2nd Highest Placing in Program History)
  • World Championships / World Games

Graduate Assistant

University of Detroit Mercy
05.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisted Recruitment of players by attending summer, fall, winter prospect/club Tournaments.
  • Organized equipment room, Trained Goalies, Assisted on Offense.
  • Create Practice Plans and Manage Recruit Visits when needed.

Volunteer Assistant

Furman University
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Trains all face-off players and assists with defense
  • Runs substitution box during games
  • Assisted Recruitment of players by attending summer, fall, winter prospect/club Tournaments
  • Helped Oversee $75,000 Team Equipment budget. Managed players, coaches, and team orders

Education

Associate of Arts -

SUNY Delhi
Delhi, NY
05-2015

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
06-2026

Skills

  • Photo/Film Editing
  • Social Media Savvy
  • Budget Managing
  • Camp Directing
  • Recruiting
  • CPR and First Aid
  • Training and coaching
  • Leadership/Mentorship Training
  • Motivational leadership style
  • Team management

Timeline

Head Coach

Dominican University of California
06.2021 - Current

Assistant Coach

Haudenosaunee National Team (Iroquois)
06.2021 - 01.2023

Graduate Assistant

University of Detroit Mercy
05.2020 - 06.2021

Volunteer Assistant

Furman University
07.2019 - 05.2020

Associate of Arts -

SUNY Delhi

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Detroit Mercy
JOSEPH MANNA