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Steve Boyle
Steve Boyle was named the head coach of the Drexel Men's Lacrosse program in the summer of 2024. The announcement was made by Drexel Vice President, Director of Athletics and Recreation Maisha Kelly. Boyle, who was named Interim Head Coach after Brian Voelker retired, is the seventh head coach in Drexel lacrosse history.
What the Lacrosse Community is Saying:
"Fabulous Hire. Steven is a listener. A gatherer of information who has been preparing for this moment his entire life. Due to his selfless approach to coaching men and being collaborative with those around him, Steven has grown his lacrosse acumen and leadership traits. He truly resembles the qualities we strive for in our leaders: a passionate competitor, a forever-learner and an honest, caring provider. Well done Drexel!". – Lars Tiffany, National Champion Head Coach at the University of Virginia
"I couldn't be more thrilled for Steven. After 10 years of hard work alongside Brian Voelker, it's great see his loyalty dedication and hard work rewarded. There is no doubt Steven is well prepared for the challenges ahead. An outstanding person that will care for and love his players, Steven's attention to detail, dedication to preparation and understanding of what it takes to achieve success on and off the field will afford the young men on his team the opportunity to flourish." - Dave Pietramala, Defensive Coordinator at UNC and National Champion Head Coach at Johns Hopkins
"I can't think of a better person and coach to take over the Drexel Lacrosse program from Voelks. Coach Boyle played a huge role in my development as a player during my time at Drexel and his offensive systems and game plans are a big reason why I had success there. I know he will passionately lead the program to new heights and help the current and future players reach their goals. I am excited to see him take on this new challenge." – Reid Bowering Drexel Alumnus & Current Premier Lacrosse League Professional
"I'm really excited for Steve, he's the perfect person for the job. The student-athletes respect his knowledge of the game, and his work ethic is admirable. He was an invaluable assistant for 10 years. I am confident he'll be a great head coach and leader for the program." - Brian Voelker, Former Drexel Head Coach
Coach Boyle joined the men's lacrosse staff in the summer of 2014. A former standout player at Johns Hopkins, Boyle came to Drexel after serving as an assistant at Brown for the previous three seasons. Since his arrival on campus the Dragons have qualified for eight of nine CAA postseason tournaments.
The Drexel offense has been a key factor in the Dragons reaching the CAA Championship game twice in the last four seasons and reaching the NCAA Tournament in 2021 for the first time since 2014. Boyle's group scored at least 10 goals in all but one regular-season game and led the CAA with 13.62 goals per contest, which tied for 12th in the nation with Syracuse and Bryant. Drexel had five players score at least 19 goals and had four 30-point scorers in just 13 games. Reid Bowering was named an Honorable Mention All-America, while Ryan Genord was a USA Lacrosse All-American. In 2022, Jack Mulcahy, one of the Dragons' midfielders, was named the CAA's Offensive Player of the Year. Both Genord and Mulcahy were First Team All-CAA selections. In 2024, Gavin Kelly was named a First Team All-CAA selection. He was the first Drexel freshman ever to be named First Team All-CAA.
Boyle's offensive unit led the CAA in scoring during the 2019 season and finished 13th in the nation with more than 13 goals per game. Drexel's man-up unit scored 39 goals, the most in the nation, one more than Penn State. The team also had a .473 extra-man percentage, which was fourth in all of Division I. Three of Drexel's offensive players were named to All-CAA teams in 2019. In 2018, the Dragons also scored more than 10 goals per game and led the CAA in shooting percentage (.315). The previous season, Drexel's man-up unit led the CAA and finished 13th in the nation.
The Derry, New Hampshire native was the offensive coordinator at Brown where he assisted with the development of the Bears' attackmen and midfielders before coming to Drexel. Prior to his arrival at Brown, Boyle was the offensive coordinator at St. Paul's School for Boys in Baltimore.
Boyle graduated from Johns Hopkins in 2010 with a degree in political science. He was a member of the 2007 NCAA Championship team and was awarded the Bob Scott Award given to the school's top freshman. A three-time All-American, Boyle led the team in scoring as a senior with 32 goals, 23 assists and 55 points. The team's Outstanding Attackman Award winner in 2009 and 2010, Boyle finished his career with 95 goals, 69 assists and 164 points. He was selected 12th overall in the 2010 Major League Lacrosse Draft by the Boston Cannons and played in the league until 2015.
Boyle and his wife, Ashley, live in Chester Springs with their son, Ben, and daughters, Blair and Devin.
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