Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Team Canada Lacrosse
Timeline
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ROBERT A. HAMLEY

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Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in lacrosse operations at the professional, high school, and developmental levels. Proven success in program development, staff leadership, strategic partnerships, and financial management. Committed to growing the sport through innovation, mentorship, and operational excellence.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of 3d Colorado

3d Lacrosse
Denver
09.2024 - Current
  • Lead all operations for 3d Colorado
  • Supervise coaching staff and manage field/box programming
  • Sell and promote select teams and seasonal offerings
  • Negotiate field/camp contracts and manage programming budgets
  • Develop regional partnerships to grow lacrosse in the West

Vice President of Lacrosse Operations / GM / Alternate Governor

Panther City Lacrosse Club
Fort Worth
10.2020 - 10.2024
  • Led player recruitment, staffing, and operations for NLL expansion franchise
  • Drafted award-winning players; nominated NLL GM of the Year (21-22)
  • Hired Coach of the Year (21-22); achieved playoff berths in 2 of 3 seasons
  • Maintained salary cap compliance while posting 26 wins in 3 years
  • Represented PCLC on Board of Governors & NLL Competition Committee

Director of 3d Georgia

3d Lacrosse
Denver
10.2020 - 09.2024
  • Directed all Georgia operations: select teams, clinics, and events
  • Managed coaching staff, field logistics, and program delivery
  • Built partnerships across Georgia and the Southeast
  • Oversaw budgets and growth strategies for the region

National Director of Box Lacrosse

3d Lacrosse
Denver
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw national Box Lacrosse initiatives across all 3d markets
  • Integrated Box methodology into girls’ and youth programs
  • Designed and coached box-specific clinics and training events in the U.S. and Canada
  • Created new Box Lacrosse products and programming with executive team

Head Coach / Director of Player Personnel / Alternate Governor

Colorado Mammoth
Denver
01.2010 - 03.2014
  • Managed lacrosse operations and player development
  • Improved team record from 5–11 to 11–5; playoff team each year
  • Drafted 2011 NLL Rookie of the Year Adam Jones
  • Hosted weekly TV segment: Mammoth Magazine

Personal Lines Sales Manager

Cornerstone Insurance
Prince Albert
01.2009 - 07.2010
  • Managed five producers; led outbound call strategy
  • Created training systems for insurance sales growth
  • Part of leadership team developing sales goals

Head Coach / General Manager / Alternate Governor

Arizona Sting
Glendale
01.2003 - 02.2008
  • Led team to two NLL Finals (2005, 2007) and three Western Division Finals
  • 2005 NLL Coach and GM of the Year
  • Boosted season ticket sales by 20%
  • Created 'Sticks for Kids' school outreach program
  • Served on NLL Board of Governors and chaired Competition Committee

Assistant Coach – Team Canada Indoor

Team Canada Lacrosse
01.2007 - 07.2007
  • Assistant Coach for 2007 World Indoor Champions
  • Led defensive strategy and team selection for Halifax championship
  • Participated in scouting and interviews for 2014 World Field team
  • Support staff for 2014 World Champions in Denver

Personal Lines Producer

Ostic Insurance Brokers
Fergus
01.2002 - 06.2004
  • Specialized in Home, Auto, and Commercial sales
  • Developed commercial leads and streamlined client management

Partner & Insurance Producer

HJM Insurance Brokers
Guelph
01.1991 - 01.2002
  • Became partner in 1993 due to sales performance
  • Led auto quoting via Nova Data system
  • Guest speaker on entrepreneurship and insurance

Education

Insurance License -

SK
01.2009

Level 1 Certified Lacrosse Coach -

ON
01.2001

RIBO Licensed Insurance Broker -

ON
01.1991

Secondary School Education -

Centennial High School
ON
01.1985

Skills

  • Staff Development & Leadership
  • Project & Program Coordination
  • Budget & Financial Management
  • Strategic Business Planning
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Community & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Team Building & Goal Setting
  • Player Development & Recruitment

Certification

  • Insurance Sales License
  • RIBO License
  • Lacrosse Coaching Certification

References

Available upon request

Team Canada Lacrosse

  • 2007, Assistant Coach, World Indoor Champions, Halifax, NS
  • 2014, Scout & support staff, World Champion Team, Denver, CO

Timeline

Director of 3d Colorado

3d Lacrosse
09.2024 - Current

Vice President of Lacrosse Operations / GM / Alternate Governor

Panther City Lacrosse Club
10.2020 - 10.2024

Director of 3d Georgia

3d Lacrosse
10.2020 - 09.2024

National Director of Box Lacrosse

3d Lacrosse
01.2014 - 01.2021

Head Coach / Director of Player Personnel / Alternate Governor

Colorado Mammoth
01.2010 - 03.2014

Personal Lines Sales Manager

Cornerstone Insurance
01.2009 - 07.2010

Assistant Coach – Team Canada Indoor

Team Canada Lacrosse
01.2007 - 07.2007

Head Coach / General Manager / Alternate Governor

Arizona Sting
01.2003 - 02.2008

Personal Lines Producer

Ostic Insurance Brokers
01.2002 - 06.2004

Partner & Insurance Producer

HJM Insurance Brokers
01.1991 - 01.2002

Insurance License -

Level 1 Certified Lacrosse Coach -

RIBO Licensed Insurance Broker -

Secondary School Education -

Centennial High School