Lantz Carter
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Strategic leader with over 10 years of experience in recruitment, program leadership, and athlete development. Proven ability to identify, attract, and retain diverse, mission-aligned talent in sports and education. Skilled at building pipelines, cultivating partnerships, and representing organizations nationally through outreach, events, and relationship management. Former professional lacrosse player and Division I assistant coach with deep knowledge of the lacrosse landscape, and a passion for advancing equity in youth development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Program Director
Harlem Lacrosse
Baltimore, MD
07.2018 - Current
- Created a robust pipeline of boys program participants from middle school, to high school, to college and career pathways.
- Recruited, trained, and managed coaches, future program directors, and other essential staff in the organization.
- Created new programming structures that were implemented organization-wide.
- Managed relationships with external partners, donors, and community organizations to support talent pipelines.
- Head Lacrosse Coach at ACCE High School, winning two regional championships, and 10 current college players.
Founder & Head of Sports
Be More Elite
Baltimore, Maryland
03.2022 - Current
- Organized showcase events connect high school athletes with college coaches, generating recruiting opportunities all over the country.
- Recruited and signed athletes for NIL representation and professional career advancement.
- Developed relationships with athletes, families, and sponsors to strengthen the recruitment network.
Founder President
Baltimore Lacrosse Elite INC
Baltimore, MD
07.2017 - Current
- Founded and scaled a club program, producing 15+ college recruits, including Division I athletes.
- Built a bridge between mainstream lacrosse and inner-city programs, expanding access and diversity in the sport.
- Created and maintained partnerships with lacrosse companies and organizations to grow reach and visibility.
Assistant Coach/ Recruiting Coordinator
Hampton University
Hampton, VA
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Responsible for implementing the team's offensive structure, plays, and system.
- Coordinated all aspects of recruitment: scouting, outreach, family communication, and campus visits.
- Having constant communication with recruits, parents, coaches, and administration during the recruiting process.
- Recruited one of the strongest classes in the program's history, contributing to the program's first win ever.
Head Coach/ Manager
Santa Monica Dragons Lacrosse Club
Santa Monica, CA
06.2013 - 09.2016
- Expanded youth program from 14 players to over 200 across grades 2–12, creating and managing local and travel rosters at each age level, as well as coaching local and travel teams.
- Created and managed travel rosters, coached competitive teams, and won multiple championships, both locally and nationally.
- Developed partnerships and established the club as one of the premier programs in California.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD06-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Education
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY06-2009
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Baltimore, MD06-2006
Skills
- Talent recruitment and hiring
- Pipeline development (alumni, volunteers, coaches)
- Strategic partnerships and outreach
- Campus and community engagement
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion practices
- Applicant screening and interviewing
- Program leadership and staff development
- Travel and event coordination
- Athlete development and representation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Founder & Head of Sports
Be More Elite
03.2022 - Current
Senior Program Director
Harlem Lacrosse
07.2018 - Current
Founder President
Baltimore Lacrosse Elite INC
07.2017 - Current
Assistant Coach/ Recruiting Coordinator
Hampton University
09.2016 - 08.2019
Head Coach/ Manager
Santa Monica Dragons Lacrosse Club
06.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Salisbury University
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Education
Monroe Community College
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School