THE OFFICIAL HOME OF
PENN LAX ALL-STARS
COACHES
Our coaching staff is comprised of highly experienced professionals, all of whom have played at the highest levels in the National Lacrosse League (NLL), Major League Lacrosse (MLL), or the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). With their expertise, passion for the game, and dedication to player development, our coaches are committed to helping every athlete reach their full potential, both on and off the field.
Steve Holmes
Co-Founder
8-YEAR NLL VETERAN | UNIONVILLE H.S. HC
Holmes is a co-founder of Penn*Lax All-Stars and has coached multiple championship-level teams with Penn*Lax. Holmes was a captain at the University of Virginia before launching a standout 8-year playing career in both the NLL and MLL professional leagues including a championship with the New York Lizards in his last season. Coach Holmes is currently the Head Coach at Unionville High School and has been instrumental in helping usher in box lacrosse in the Eastern United States including hosting 6 box lacrosse tournaments via the Fusion Lacrosse club and US Box Lacrosse.
Adam Muller
Head Coach
11- YEAR NLL VET | TEAM USA BOX COACH
Mueller is a co-coach with the Penn*Lax Platinum (High School) box lacrosse team that went undefeated in 2017 and won several elite tournaments. Mueller is an 11 year veteran of the NLL having played in Philly, Baltimore, Albany and Detroit. He was also head coach of Philly, Minnesota and the NY Titans, where he was awarded NLL Coach of the Year in 2008. On top of this impressive resume, he also coached Team USA’s indoor team in 2015.
Ryan Traynor
Head Coach
NLL VET | FORMER PHILADELPHIA WING
Traynor was a multiple sport star and hall of famer (soccer and lacrosse) at both Randolph Macon and Malvern Preparatory school. Ryan played and excelled with multiple Philadelphia Wings (NLL) championship teams. Currently, Coach Traynor coaches with the Freedom Lacrosse club in addition to Penn*Lax All-Stars.
Kevin Finneran
Offensive Coach
8 X PROFESSIONAL CHAMP | MLL and NLL
Coach Finneran is one of the most successful players to ever compete at the professional ranks, clearing 8 professional championships in his career. Coach Finneran is widely regarded as one of the most successful American-born box players in history. He has spent his post playing career coaching including running a successful club in Florida as well as heading the IMG academy lacrosse team.
Desi Gonzalez
Offensive Coach
NCAA CHAMP | MLL and NLA
Coach Gonzalez is a graduate of Limestone University. He was able to play in 3 national championships and 1 final four throughout his college career. Was team Captain for Puerto Rico's field and Box lacrosse teams. He also got the opportunity to play in the MLL for 1 year and play for the NLA Marauders L.C. Currently the Head Coach at the Westtown School.
Kevin Crowley
Co-Founder
NLL & MLL VETERAN | 2018 NLL ALL-PRO
Kevin is the only player to be drafted 1st overall in the MLL, NLL and WLA Entry Drafts. Kevin is a New Westminster, BC native and has been dominant at every level lacrosse has to offer. He currently plays in the NLL with the Philadelphia Wings, the MLL with the Philadelphia Barrage and in the WLA with the Salmonbellies. Kevin attended Division 1 Stony Brook University where he holds the record for most points in school history, was a two-time first team All-American, D1 Midfielder of the Year, D1 Player of the Year, and Teewaraton nominee. Kevin has played for Team Canada's Mens National Field Team 3 times (2010, 2014, 2018), and led Team Canada to a World Championship victory in 2014, scoring 5 of the first 6 goals in the Gold Medal game. He was also captain of Team Canada in the 2018 World Games in Israel.
Todd Macfarlane
Head Coach
NLL VETERAN | PLL REDWOODS COACH
MacFarlane is also a co-coach with the Penn*Lax Platinum (High School) box lacrosse team that went undefeated in 2017 and won several elite tournaments. Formerly, MacFarlane was the Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Maryland. Prior to Maryland, MacFarlane spent four years as an assistant at Malvern Prep where he helped lead the Friars to the Inter-Ac Co-Championship in 2013. MacFarlane also played professionally in the NLL with the Anaheim Storm.
Tom Slate
Head Coach
FORMER PHILLY WING | E.A. ASSIST. COACH
Slate currently coaches for Big 5 Lacrosse, the Rising Sons, and is the Defensive Coordinator at Episcopal Academy. Tom has over 20 years of playing & coaching experience with Major League Lacrosse and the National Lacrosse League. He also represented Team USA’s Box Team in the inaugural Heritage Cup where Team USA beat Team Canada 21-16.
Chris Collins
Defensive Coach
FORMER PHILLY WING | PLL Redwoos Coach
Coach Collins was an All-American at the University of Delaware. Long-time veteran goaltender for the Philadelphia Wings and Team USA. A former assistant at Drexel University. Current assistant PLL Redwoods.
Anthony Joaquim
Coach
2022 NLL Champion | Coach St.Joseph's University
Coach Joaquim an Ontario native was a two-time gold medalist for Team Ontario. Starred at St Joeseph's University. Currently volunteer assistant for SJU. Current defenseman for the Colorado Monmouth, winner of the 2022 NLL Championship.