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Kevin Donovan

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven coach with a proven track record at all levels of lacrosse, helping players succeed on and off the field. Specializing in player skill development and innovative playbook strategies. Successfully guided over 100 athletes to NCAA programs while excelling in logistical coordination, personal player guidance, and fostering a team-first environment. Passionate about identifying and developing talent, and enhancing team performance through comprehensive analysis and support.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Director & Owner

Club Pacific
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - Current
  • Founder and owner of Club Pacific Elite, with a focus on development, recruiting support, and providing the best experiences to families.
  • Within our first two years, I helped players commit to Top NCAA programs, including Yale, Brown, Bucknell, Lehigh, Holy Cross, and Quinnipiac.
  • Over the past seven years, I have provided players with high-level skill development, film support, and recruiting guidance, which has helped 81 players reach NCAA or NAIA programs.
  • Overseeing program planning while working directly with the 501(c)(3) board on all operational tasks, including fundraising, finances, website donations, equipment orders, hiring staff, and administrative tasks.

Assistant Coach

Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Specific focus on coaching goalies and attackmen, which led to QU's first All-American goalie, and ranked in the top 20 in offensive shooting and scoring efficiency in 2024.
  • Supported the head coach and coordinators in all related activities on and off the field: practice, game planning, overall game plan preparation, and team events.
  • Overseeing all logistical support: film, recruiting, and communication departments.
  • Proficient in Hudl, Scorebreak, and Justplay platforms.

Boys Varsity Head Coach

Chaminade Preparatory College
West Hills, CA
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Worked closely with the administration to execute policies and implement best practices for a successful lacrosse program with a religious affiliation.
  • Over 3 years, we went from being ranked outside the top 50 to being a top 20 team in the Southern Section CIF.
  • Responsible for all lacrosse-related activities, including coaching, planning practices, games, and overseeing player development.
  • Strong focus on helping players as student-athletes for future plans and opportunities beyond the field.

Head Coach - National Club Team

L.I. Sting National
Long Island, NY
05.2018 - 11.2023
  • National Coach for LISting National, which is consistently ranked as one of the top programs in the country.
  • Recruiting players from the West Coast to participate in prestigious national tournaments on the East Coast.
  • Assisted over 100 players in recruitment to NCAA Division I and Division III universities.

Offensive Coordinator

Netherlands National Program
08.2021 - 06.2023
  • In charge of the offensive and transition playbook, as well as the training methodology.
  • Monitored player performance during practice/game sessions, identified skill deficiencies, and provided necessary instruction for improvement.
  • Traveled to various countries in Europe for training camps and scrimmages in preparation for the 2023 World Games.
  • Contributed to the national team's increase in world ranking.

Program Director / Boys Varsity Head Coach

Palisades Charter High School
Pacific Palisades, CA
11.2015 - 05.2019
  • Operating and organizing both boys' and girls' lacrosse teams.
  • Overseeing program planning while working directly with the parent board on all operational tasks, including fundraising, finances, website, equipment orders, hiring staff, and administrative tasks.
  • Head Coach of the Boys Team, which are 4x City League Champions, 4x CIF Playoff Qualifier, and LA Division II 2019 Champions.

Offensive Coordinator

McGill University
Montreal, Canada
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Responsible for team offense, creating game plans, and running practice for 45 student-athletes.
  • An intricate role in the program's progression through the innovation of the playbook, practice plans, and recruiting.
  • Ranked 1st nationally in offense, total points, and extra man.
  • McGill was ranked 2nd nationally, and the national champion runner-up.
  • Undefeated regular season in CUFLA during my tenure.

Skills

  • Player skill development (offensive, transition, and goalies)
  • Proficient in Hudl, Scorebreak, Justplay, and Google Excel platforms
  • Recruiting support and connections across America, Canada, and Europe
  • Playbook and practice innovation
  • Team and performance analysis
  • Logistical coordination for team events (travel, team meals, and fundraising)

Education

Global Sports Management Certificate, Tisch Institute of Sports Management, New York, NY - July 2025

Masters in Business Management, McGill University, Montreal, Canada -  September 2013 - June 2014(unfinished)

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Business Marketing & Finance, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA - May 2012

Timeline

Assistant Coach

Quinnipiac University
12.2023 - 06.2025

Offensive Coordinator

Netherlands National Program
08.2021 - 06.2023

Boys Varsity Head Coach

Chaminade Preparatory College
01.2020 - 12.2023

Head Coach - National Club Team

L.I. Sting National
05.2018 - 11.2023

Program Director & Owner

Club Pacific
01.2017 - Current

Program Director / Boys Varsity Head Coach

Palisades Charter High School
11.2015 - 05.2019

Offensive Coordinator

McGill University
06.2013 - 06.2014

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