Our coaches have many years of experience coaching and playing lacrosse. As volunteers, they dedicate their time to the children of our community. All coaches undergo industry standard trainings and backgrounds checks before hitting the fields.
Our coaches complete the following:
USA Lacrosse Coach Certification
Concussion & Cardiac Arrest
Background Check
Abuse Prevention
Cultural Competency
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In addition to many other volunteers and assistant coaches, our coaching roster includes:
Mike has been coaching for Delray Riptide girls lacrosse since 2019. He also coaches Florida Elite girls travel lacrosse, as well as girls lacrosse at Unity School in Delray Beach. In addition, he serves as a Riptide Board Member and Director. His two daughters are Riptide players. Mike’s outstanding dedication to the Riptide program and to girls lacrosse in Delray have helped grow the sport and program.
Mike played lacrosse middie for 4 years at Bridgewater State in Massachusetts. Post college he played 3 years as a Second Row for the Boston Rugby Football Club in the US Rugby Super League. On and off the field, Mike is a passionate, innovative leader with experience launching five businesses from inception to profit. He currently owns a consulting business catering to global StartUps.
“My passion for coaching comes from the joy I receive in watching the players improve over time. I like to teach the girls that the weakest ‘muscle’ in their body is their brains, helping them build the confidence to step out of their comfort zone and achieve things they didn’t believe they could do. Recreational lacrosse is intended to teach the love of the game and help players of every skill level find a way to contribute.”
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Ryan Rowlands has 20+ years of experience in men’s lacrosse. He grew up in upstate New York where he played starting at age 5 and continued through college. He graduated from Elizabethtown College NCAADIII, where he competed in the NCAA tournament three times. “The game of lacrosse has given me so much in the form of educational opportunities I otherwise would not have had, friendships, and countless life lessons. I am so excited at the opportunity to give back to the sport, and to hopefully share some of my wisdom with the next generation of players.” He is a proud father to two dughters, one who plays on Riptide, and another who’s not quite old enough to play (yet)!
Mike started coaching Riptide in 2019 when his eldest son was on U12, and he never looked back. He’s been coaching Riptide boys ever since; plus 1 season of Elite Travel. He proudly coached the 12U team through an undefeated season in 2025.
“I love coaching and just being on the fields. I like to teach the boys to have commitment, heart, and hustle. My focus is: ‘hustle beats talent’ and ‘ground balls win games’. I believe in teaching kids the importance of being committed to a team, being open to learning, and listening. The least experienced players are as important to me as the best players on my team. Each player has their own place on our team.”
Noah Morrissette has been coaching for Riptide since 2021. He played lacrosse in high school and introduced the sport to his two daughters, both Delray Riptide players, sparking his passion for coaching youth lacrosse.
Noah enjoys coaching with a focus on fundamentals, confidence, teamwork, and fun. Professionally, he is a Battalion Chief and paramedic with over 20 years in the fire service, bringing leadership and mentorship to the field.
Tom Cullinan began coaching Riptide in 2024. He previously coached lacrosse at the Noble and Greenough School in Dedham, MA. He played lacrosse for Needham High School in Needham, MA. Tom coaches the 14U team where his son is a member of the team.