The Albany Stags are proud to welcome Jim Townsend as Head Coach of the 2035 team. With over 40 years of coaching experience at the NCAA, high school, and club levels, Townsend brings proven leadership and a history of success to the program.
• A longtime head coach at RPI, Townsend is the program’s all-time wins leader with a 192–119 record over 22 seasons. His teams made 18 postseason appearances, including four NCAA Tournaments and an Elite 8 run in 2001, capturing multiple league and ECAC championships along the way.
• Throughout his career, Townsend has coached more than 80 USILA All-Americans, Academic All-Americans, and US Lacrosse High School All-Americans.
• Known for his passion, discipline, and player development, he looks forward to leading the Stags 2035 team with the same energy and excellence that have defined his coaching career.
Our 2035 team trains with a high-energy, development-focused practice schedule designed to build strong fundamentals, sharpen lacrosse IQ, and elevate overall performance. Players will work through skill development, position-specific training, gameplay concepts, and full-speed competitive reps — all led by experienced Stags coaches dedicated to helping each athlete grow.
Spring Practice Dates (11 total):
3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17
Summer Practice Dates (13 total):
6/12, 6/14, 6/19, 6/21, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30, 7/7, 7/9, 7/14, 7/16
Westchester War Games — June 13–14
Compete in a high-energy regional showcase in Purchase, NY.
National Invitational (University at Albany) — June 27–28
A premier event offering top-level competition right in the Capital Region.
NXT Cup — July 11–12
One of the nation’s most recognized summer events, held in Downingtown, PA.
National Invitational (Saratoga Springs, NY) — July 18–19
A high-profile invitational featuring elite teams in a standout summer lacrosse setting.
Tuition: $1,750 (Spring + Summer)
A single all-inclusive fee that provides athletes with full access to our training, tournaments, and gear package for the 2026 season.
What’s Included
• 24 total practices (Spring + Summer) led by elite coaches
• 4 elite summer tournaments
• Player uniform + apparel package (jersey, shorts, hoodie, quarter zip, and jacket)
• Full access to specialist coaching
Payment Details
• One-time payment of $1,750 or payment installment plans available
• Secure online registration and payment through League apps
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