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Coaches

The Coaches category at 757 Lacrosse highlights the current head coaches guiding lacrosse programs across Coastal Virginia. From high school to college, these leaders bring vision, experience, and passion to the game. Each profile showcases the people building culture, developing athletes, and driving success both on and off the field. Explore the stories of the head coaches shaping the future of lacrosse in the 757.

Lee Murphy
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Coach Lee Murphy has dedicated his life to growing the game of lacrosse while developing young athletes into confident leaders. A native of Baltimore, Maryland—the birthplace of modern lacrosse—Lee first picked up a stick at the age of eight and has remained passionate about the sport ever since…
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T. W. Johnson, Class of 1992, has worked in the Office of Athletics since July 2013. Coach Johnson began as the director of boys’ athletics and now serves as the director of athletics. In 2017, he earned the certified athletic administrator certificate through the NIAAA. He was appointed to the ex…
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Growing up in Central New York, Scott Holava found himself in the heart of a lacrosse hotbed. He played college lacrosse at SUNY Cortland for two years, a Division III powerhouse, and then at Virginia Wesleyan College (VWC) for another two years. As a freshman at SUNY Cortland, he was part of the…
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Early Years and Collegiate Success: Born in September 1989, Jess Stevenson embarked on a remarkable journey in the world of lacrosse, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. From 1989 to 1993, he showcased his athletic prowess as a student-athlete at Virginia Wesleyan University, earning the disti…
Ryan Tucker
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Ryan Tucker brings a unique blend of athletic achievement and educational dedication to Norfolk Academy. As a former lacrosse captain and All-American at the University of Virginia, he transitioned seamlessly into professional play before dedicating himself to teaching history and mentoring young…