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Founder
There are few who can rival the coaching experience and lacrosse knowledge of Tri-State Lacrosse founder and Hall of Fame coach, Bob Turco. Currently the head coach at Ramapo High School, he led the program to their first ever state championship in 2006. Previous experience has included 10 years as a Varsity High School head coach with Kinnelon and The Peddie School, in addition to Ramapo. Coach Turco has also worked at the collegiate level with both Fairleigh Dickinson and Richard Stockton.
His talents have been recognized on several occasions. The state voted him "Coach of the Year" in 1988 and "Lacrosse Man of the Year" in 1992. In 2004, the New Jersey Chapter of US Lacrosse inducted Coach Turco into the Hall of Fame. Most recently, his high school Alma Mater, The Peddie School, inducted both Coach Turco and his 1996 team into the school's Athletic Hall of Fame.
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Girls Lacrosse Director
Meredith Elwell, a University of Virginia graduate, came to Tri-State after working with the head office of Major League Lacrosse (MLL). She took on the daunting task of Girls Lacrosse Director, overseeing the operation of all Girls programs which include all stars, camps, clinics, leagues and tournaments.
As a player, Elwell was a dominant 2-sport athlete throughout High School and College. She played field hockey and lacrosse for the storied Moorestown High School, receiving All American honors and winning a state championship while there. She continued her career as a Cavalier earning ACC Rookie of the Year in Field Hockey and All American honors for both sports. During her 4-year career at Virginia she appeared in 4 NCAA Final Fours (2 Field Hockey, 2 Lacrosse). In 2000, Elwell was named to the All Century Team by the Star Ledger.
Email: meredithelwell@trilax.com
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Asst Girls Director
Sue Montegari was a 3 year starter and team captain at Ridgewood High School. She continued her career at Alfred University as a 4 year starter and team captain, graduating with a BA in Athletic Training and a double Minor in Coaching and Equine Science.
Coach Sue started with Tri-State 5 years ago, primarily working the all star program. Over the past two years her role in the Girls program increased to her current position as the Assistant Girls Director. Her responsibilities include on-site director for Northern Leagues, Camps & Clinics Director in addition to her continued work as a Tri-State All Star coach.
Outside of Tri-State, Sue has also been on staff as the Assistant Varsity Girls Lacrosse Coach for Ridgewood High School for the past 5 years. Her coaching expertise was recognized when she had the pleasure to coach an Upper Atlantic Team at the 2007 Womens' National Tournament. Sue also is a certified personal trainer and strength and conditioning specialist, improving player running speed and agility along with strength training in the area.
Email: suemontegari@trilax.com
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Administration
Jody has been a part of Tri-State for over 6 years now. She receive her B.S. from Ithaca College and MAT from Monmouth University, prior to joining the administrative staff. Jody works closely with all areas of Tri-State. She primarily deals with the admin portion of Tri-State programs including registrations, applications, payment and general inquiries. Additionally, Jody assists the Directors in all league administration.
Email: jodyturco@trilax.com
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Marketing
Courtney entered the Tri-State family in 2003 after obtaining a B.S. in Sports Management for The Florida State University. She got her start interning with the New Jersey Pride before working her way through the ranks to her current position as Director of Marketing for Tri-State Lacrosse. Courtney handles all PR, marketing and advertising inquiries for Tri-State.
Email: courtneygallant@trilax.com
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