Coaches
Coach Matthew Verducci brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and passion to our lacrosse community. A 2014 graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a BS in Economics, Matt distinguished himself as both a Varsity Letter Winner on Navy’s NCAA Division I Men’s Lacrosse team and as a National Champion and First-Team Offensive Selection on the Naval Academy’s Club Lacrosse team (NCLL). Lacrosse runs deep in the Verducci family—his younger brother, Ryan, was a Goalie for Navy's D-1 Lacrosse Program, Class of 2022.
Following his graduation from Annapolis, Matt commissioned as a Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) and served aboard USS ESSEX (LHD-2) in San Diego, California. After earning his SWO Qualification, Matt transferred to the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Community, where he served and graduated as Officer-in-Charge of Basic Underwater Demolition School (BUD/S) Class 331, the grueling training pipeline for Navy SEALs. He is one of fewer than 400 Naval Officers to have ever held that prestigious position: a testament to his character, leadership, and mental toughness.
Since his honorable discharge from the Navy in 2019, Coach Verducci has blended his military discipline with a passion for human performance, serving as a Sports Science Solutions Consultant to elite programs including Alabama Football, USC Baseball, the Florida Panthers, and the Chicago Bulls.
Coach Verducci’s greatest passion lies in building cultures rooted in belonging, bonding, and belief. He returns to his place of birth with a mission: to use a fast-paced, East Coast style of lacrosse as a platform for shaping young men into strong, confident, and capable leaders—on and off the field.
Coach Tommy Minkler brings a thoughtful, athlete-centered approach to lacrosse shaped by decades of experience as a player, coach, educator, and psychology professional. A graduate of Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland, Coach Minkler played under legendary head coach Rob Bordley before continuing his playing career at Division III Ohio Wesleyan University, where he served as a two-time team captain.His coaching journey has included stops at the high school and collegiate levels, including Landon School, Ohio Wesleyan University (Division III), The Catholic University of America (Division III), and West Virginia University (MCLA). In addition to his coaching experience, he has worked with Trilogy Lacrosse, helping develop players across a wide range of ages and competitive levels.Coach Minkler completed his M.A. in Mental Health Counseling and his Ph.D. in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology at West Virginia University. Beyond the field, he is a university professor, trauma therapist, and certified mental performance consultant who works with athletes across the lifespan to support their growth and development. His coaching philosophy is grounded in his identity as a teacher and mentor. He believes the primary responsibility of a coach is to create a developmentally appropriate environment that supports athlete autonomy, promotes skill and personal competence, and fosters genuine connection. He emphasizes growth, accountability, and self-awareness—helping athletes not only perform at their best but also to develop the tools to thrive beyond the game.
Coach Falbo began playing lacrosse at Hughes Middle School and his passion for the game hasn't faded since. Falbo was 4 year varisty letter winner, 3 year starter, and 2 time CIF Champion at Foothill High School. Coach Falbo continued his playing career at the University of Arizona as a 4 year starter. The MCLA competition fortified his understanding of discipline and commitment to compete and perform consistently at a high level. Coach Falbo quickly transitioned into a Head Coach role at Woodbridge High School in Irvine, leading the team to its first ever CIF playoff appearance in school history during his first year. He continued to serve the OC Lacrosse scene by assisting University High School for the following two seasons and leading them to CIF quarterfinal appearances. Coach Falbo's focus is on developing character, leadership, and accountability. He believes lacrosse is a powerful tool for teaching real life skills that go beyond the field and looks forward to helping the boys develop in all phases of life. When he's not coaching at Newport Harbor, Ryan builds custom homes with his family and sells real estate across Orange County.
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