Matt Jewers

Experienced lacrosse coach and program leader with more than 19 years of experience across youth, collegiate, international, and World Championship levels. Proven background coaching offense, defense, goalies, and face-offs, with specialized expertise in goalie development, offensive systems, scouting, recruiting, and player development. Currently serving as Assistant Coach for the France Men's U19 National Team and previously coaching at Emmanuel College, Switzerland Men's National Team, Boston College, Bridgewater State University, and Coker College.

Extensive experience in all aspects of collegiate lacrosse operations, including practice planning, film analysis, compliance, budgeting, and program management. Recognized for developing high-performing athletes, building strong team culture, and advancing student-athlete success on and off the field.

Assistant Coach - France Men's U19 National Lacrosse Team

(2025-05)

• Assisted in coaching and developing elite U19 student-athletes competing in international lacrosse competition
• Coordinated and implemented offensive systems, game planning, and player development strategies
• Designed and led offensive practice segments focused on ball movement, spacing, extra-man offense, and transition play
• Analyzed opponent defensive schemes and adjusted offensive tactics during games and practices
• Collaborated with coaching staff to evaluate player performance, create scouting reports, and develop competitive game strategies
• Mentored athletes in leadership, communication, accountability, and high-performance team culture
• Supported recruitment, talent identification, and development of players representing France in international competition

Offensive Coordinator - Emmanuel College Men's Lacrosse - Boston, MA

(2022-09 - 2026-05)

• Directed offensive strategy; designed and implemented systems, set plays, and man-up schemes aligned to personnel and opponent tendencies
• Led offensive player development, improving skill execution, decision-making, and lacrosse IQ
• Managed game preparation, including practice planning, film analysis, and opponent scouting to drive weekly plans and in-game adjustments
• Recruited and evaluated high school prospects aligned with program culture and offensive philosophy

Assistant Coach - Switzerland Men's National Team - Zurich, Switzerland

(2017-10 - 2023-07)

• Coached goalie and face-off units; contributed to defensive strategy and game preparation
• Led team through 2018 World Lacrosse Championships and Berlin Open competition

Assistant Coach - Boston College - Chestnut Hill, MA

(2017-09 - 2019-05)

• Coached goalies and face-off unit to 2018 PCLL Division 1 Championship and national tournament berth
• Mentored All-American and PCLL Player of the Year award winners
• Achieved the 2nd-highest face-off win percentage in the nation in 2018

Assistant Coach - Bridgewater State University - Bridgewater, MA

(2015-09 - 2016-06)

• Guided goalies to a 69% save percentage and reduced goals-against average by 5 per game
• Increased face-offs win rate by 10%, finishing at 72% for the season

Assistant Coach - Coker College - Hartsville, SC

(2012-09 - 2014-09)

• Elevated teams from 2 to 5 wins in one season, securing first-ever winning home record
• Improved team GPA from 2.2 to 2.6 through academic oversight program
• Promoted from Defensive Coordinator to First Assistant Coach

Director & Chief Business Officer - Goalie Gurus LLC - Westwood, MA

(2024-10 - 2026-04)

• Founded and managed a specialized goalie training company serving youth to collegiate athletes
• Designed curriculum to enhance technique, positioning, reaction speed, and mental performance
• Oversaw business operations, client relations, and marketing initiatives

Owner & Director - Rare Breed Lacrosse Goalie Training - Boston, MA

(2016-01 - 2022-02)

• Delivered elite-level goalie training programs producing collegiate and professional-level players
• Managed program operations, marketing, and strategic partnerships

Volunteer Director of Player Personnel - Atlas Lacrosse Club - California

(2020-02 - 2023-08)

• Managed scouting operations, coordinated evaluations, and advised on player acquisitions and trades
• Led a team of seven scouts providing talent analysis and opponent scouting reports

Program Director - Cro-Art Lacrosse - Boston, MA

(2015-09 - 2019-05)

• Oversaw year-round lacrosse programming, including camps, clinics, and travel teams
• Managed scheduling, staffing, and player development initiatives

Coach & Goalie Instructor - Laxachusetts

(2015-01)

Coach - Dom Starsia Lacrosse Camp, University of Virginia

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

Coach - Greg Cannella All-Star Lacrosse Camp, UMass Amherst

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

Coach - Yale University Bulldog Day Camp

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

Coach - 3D Committed Box Camps

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

Coach - The Goalie School, Roanoke College

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

Coach - Joe Alberici Coastal Empire Lacrosse Camp

(2013-01 - 2013-12)

Coach - Princeton Instructional Camp

(2012-01 - 2012-12)

Coach - Joe Breschi / UNC Instructional Camp

(2012-01 - 2015-12)

Salem State University (1997-01 - 2003-12)