Men's Lacrosse Brochure

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Men’s Lacrosse

Every Tradition Needs a Beginning.

Get ready to leave your mark.

It all starts with a strong foundation. One built upon dedication and commitment. Constructed by studentathletes ready to make Emmanuel lacrosse all that we hope it can be. By accepting this challenge, you’ll help lay the groundwork for our new tradition. You’ll take part in an opportunity unlike any other and an experience you won’t soon forget. Not simply because it’s a chance to be part of something great. It’s a chance to be there from the start.

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Meet the Coach Brendan McWilliams is the Head Coach of Men’s Lacrosse/Director of Lacrosse, overseeing both the men’s and women’s programs at Emmanuel. Previously, he was at the helm of the Kenyon College program, where he led the Lords to an NCAA Division III tournament appearance and was named the North Coast Athletic Conference Lacrosse Coach of the Year in 2006. In his last two seasons at Kenyon, McWilliams produced 15 all-conference players, as well as one AllAmerican and two North-South All-Stars. During his tenure, the lacrosse program earned national rankings from both the USILA and the NCAA. Before coaching at Kenyon, McWilliams spent time as an assistant coach and offensive coordinator at the University of Vermont and as an assistant coach at Tufts University. In between his stints at Vermont and Tufts, McWilliams spent two seasons as the head coach at Cherry Creek High School in Denver, Colorado, where he guided the 2002 boy’s lacrosse team to a 16-2 record and a Colorado state championship. As a student-athlete at Colorado College, he was a two-time captain of the lacrosse team and was selected to play in the prestigious North-South All-Star game.

Facilities The Saints’ home venue is unlike any in Boston. The team plays on the

Brendan McWilliams

brand-new synthetic turf field at Roberto Clemente Field, located across the street from Emmanuel’s campus. With its open-stadium design and the city’s skyline as its backdrop, Clemente Field makes for a unique playing experience. The facility is outfitted with new MUSCO lighting, scoreboard and plenty of spectator seating. In addition, the Saints have access to a state-of-the-art training facility in the Jean Yawkey Center, a new film room for game tape review and scouting, and a new locker room for men’s lacrosse. The St. Joseph Hall Fitness Center is updated with new platforms, racks, free weights, plate-loaded equipment and a separate cardio room.

Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach/Director of Lacrosse 617-264-7669

:: mcwilliamsb@emmanuel.edu

“Coach McWilliams epitomized the work ethic, dedication and competitiveness necessary to succeed as a student-athlete at Colorado College. It is these qualities that make him a great fit for Emmanuel College. With his knowledge, experience and tremendous ties to the Boston area, he is the perfect choice to lead this program.”

Steve Beville Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach, SUNY Cortland 2009 USILA Division III Coach of the Year

Great Northeast Athletic Conference The 2012 season will be the inaugural year for men’s lacrosse in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC). The conference champion will receive an automatic qualifying bid to the NCAA Division III Championship Lacrosse tournament beginning in 2013. Participating teams will include Anna Maria College, Emerson College, Emmanuel College, Lasell College, Mount Ida College, Norwich University, Rivier College, Saint Joseph’s College (ME) and associate members Daniel Webster College and Becker College. Emmanuel College will play its inaugural season of DIII lacrosse as a member of the GNAC in the spring of 2012. The Saints will also play a competitive out-of-conference schedule against nationally recognized programs.

“For the student-athlete who is looking for a first-rate college

experience in the heart of Boston, as well as the opportunity

to play Division III college lacrosse, Emmanuel College

is a great option.”

Brendan McWilliams Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach/Director of Lacrosse Emmanuel College

About Emmanuel Emmanuel is a coed, residential, Catholic liberal arts and sciences college in the city of Boston. Its beautiful 17-acre campus is neighbored by a world-class medical center, two major art museums and Fenway Park. Our vibrant community of 1750 undergrad students gets involved with more than 90 clubs, organizations and activities, 17 Division III athletic teams, Emmanuel College Radio, Filmmakers at Emmanuel, intramurals and more.

A strong liberal arts and sciences education has been our proud tradition since 1919. Today we offer over 30 majors and areas of study including new programs in accounting, biostatistics, crime and justice, and sport management. Our unique location gives students the opportunity to explore real-world experiences through internships, research and strategic partnerships within the Longwood Medical and Academic Area and the city of Boston. Our students have interned with PUMA, Boston Police Crime Labs, the Massachusetts State House and professional sports organizations including the Red Sox, Bruins, Celtics and Major League Lacrosse, whose headquarters are in town.

Department of Athletics 400 The Fenway Boston, Massachusetts 02115