Derek Yannone
Derek brings elite-level experience to Kougarz, having played collegiately at Endicott College where he developed his passion for the game. Currently a top prospect for the Alpha Lacrosse League, Derek has been coaching for over 6 years with faceoff specialists, where he teaches toughness, grit, and perseverance. He combines professional-level insight with a deep commitment to developing mental and physical resilience in young athletes. Derek is also a current player for the Stallions Lacrosse Club.
Matt Faucher
Matt completed his lacrosse career at Endicott College, where he was always focused on fundamental skills and higher-level thinking in the sport. This dedication to the mental aspects of lacrosse made him both a smart player and an intelligent coach. His coaching philosophy emphasizes technical precision, strategic understanding, and developing the cognitive skills that separate good players from great ones. A current player for the Stallions Lacrosse Club, Matt brings a genuine love for box lacrosse to everything he teaches.
Billy Pires
Bill played midfield at NCAA DII Belmont Abbey College (Charlotte, NC), competing as highly ranked as #3 in the national polls and winning 2 Carolinas conference championships. Bringing an offensive mindset to complement running the O door, he brings over 10 years of box lacrosse playing experience to the developmental side of the coaching strategy. He currently competes with the Stallions Lacrosse Club in the NABLL and internationally for Team Portugal.