College Recruiting 101 with UMass Men's Lacrosse Head Coach Kyle Smith
Evan Pycko
epycko@springfieldjcc.org
413-739-4715
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Join us for an informative seminar designed to help high school students understand the full college athletic recruiting process from start to finish. Topics include evaluating college options, communicating effectively with coaches and admissions representatives, and navigating timelines, eligibility requirements, and application steps. The presentation also covers building a strong student profile, including academics, activities, and personal branding. By the end of the session, students and parents will leave with practical tools, confidence, and a clear roadmap for pursuing college athletic recruiting opportunities.
Presenter: JCC member Kyle Smith was named head coach of the men's lacrosse team at UMass Amherst in August 2025, after serving as assistant coach for more than four years. Prior to that, Smith spent seven years coaching Merrimack College's men's lacrosse, where he helped that team win two Division II National Championships. During his time as a UMass player, Smith was a three-year starting attack over four seasons, earning an All-CAA Second Team recognition and CAA All Tournament nod.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Pre-registration is required