
Name:
Rachel Ray
Position:
Midfield/Attack
Hometown:
Rocky Point
High school:
Rocky Point High School
College:
Adelphi University
Professional:
Long Beach Girl's Lacrosse Head Varsity Coach
How did you get started playing lacrosse? Did you have a mentor?
My first mentors were my two older brothers, Robert and Kevin. I learned to play and love the game by first watching them and using their equipment. The Spallina brothers were also mentors of mine. I remember watching Rocky Point High School games and then going to Brian's games at Hofstra University. I learned the sport from watching the boys game of lacrosse first. I also used to watch the IO sports clips on demand. I watched Gary Gait's intense shooting lessons and Jesse Hubbard's sneaky attack moves.
How did you get started coaching?
From both playing and coaching soccer and lacrosse at different levels, I grew a love for both sports and a love for coaching. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and love for the game with others.
Why did you want to coach at 91 Lacrosse?
Why not!!! It's something fun and new to become a part of.
Favorite all time lacrosse player.
Gary Gait, Reh Brothers, Spallina Brothers, Powell Brothers, Kyle Harrison, Jen Adams...
Most memorable lacrosse moment.
NCAA National Championship Final Fours. I participated in three of them and witnessed the men's tournaments four times. Playing in the games left me speechless, such an amazing feeling. Watching the crowds at the men's tournaments gave me chills! What a great experience for those guys, to play in big time stadiums!
How to you see lacrosse fitting into your life in 5 years?
I see myself still coaching high school level and travel leagues, as well as many clinics and camps throughout the year. I hope to still be playing club as well in tournaments that I love being part of, like Lake Placid, Ocean City, Vail and Hawaii. Down the road I would like to go back to coaching a college team as well.
Favorite hobby or pastime - aside from lacrosse
Snowboarding, dancing, beach!
Ultimate Vacation Spot
Ireland, Europe, Disney, Vegas, or any island!
Person you'd like to meet
Lady Gaga, Dwayne Wade or Adam Sandler
Favorite restaurant
Applebee's, Miller Ale House, Benihana, and ESPN Zone!
If you were an animal, what would you be and why.
Probably a monkey because I'm wild and crazy! My sister thinks I'd be like Dory, the regal tang fish from Finding Nemo because I have a bad short term memory!
Favorite music and/or band/singer?
I love a variety of music... Jay Z, Kings of Leon, Katy Perry, Gavin DeGraw, Lady Gaga, Lady Antebellum, Rhianna, U2, Lil Wayne, Jonathan Peters...
Three words that best describe you.
Fun, Crazy, and Spontaneous
Thoughts on Brian Spallina
The man, the myth, the legend.
Finish this sentence - 91 Lacrosse is...
The next best thing in lacrosse!
Your goals - lacrosse or otherwise.
Finish my masters degree by next Spring, becoming certified in Physical Education and Health. I hope to be teaching by Fall 2011. Also I'm going to keep working on getting better at my new passion, snowboarding and also will be learning to surf this summer!« Back to the Girls Coaches
