Travis Cottle8U & 6U Head Coach
Coach Cottle's lacrosse journey is marked by impressive achievements both as a player and a coach, showcasing his versatility and expertise across different roles within the sport. Starting his career at Cy-Fair High School, Coach Cottle quickly made a name for himself as an outstanding defenseman, earning all-state honors and contributing to his team's success as a State runner-up in 2006. His consistent performance also garnered him all-conference honors in both 2005 and 2006, highlighting his impact and leadership on the field.
Continuing his lacrosse career at Sam Houston State University, Coach Cottle demonstrated his adaptability by excelling in multiple positions. He earned all-conference recognition as a midfielder in 2008, transitioned to attack in 2009 where he continued to excel, and then showcased his defensive prowess by earning all-conference honors in 2010 and 2011. His ability to excel across different positions underscores his versatility and comprehensive understanding of the game.
After graduating, Coach Cottle embarked on a coaching career, starting as an Assistant Coach at Sam Houston State University from 2012 to 2013. His tenure as the defensive assistant coach under Head Coach Jim Perouty was marked by remarkable achievements, including coaching two National All-Americans on Defense and an all-conference goalie. Additionally, his coaching prowess was evident in the team's impressive 13-3 record against conference opponents while allowing only 34 goals.
As the head lacrosse coach at St. Edwards University from 2013 to 2015, Coach Cottle continued to make significant strides in coaching. Within two years, he elevated St. Edward’s lacrosse program to the top three in the LSA conference division two, a notable improvement from their previous ranking. Under his guidance, five players earned All-conference awards each year, showcasing his ability to develop talent across various skill levels.
Currently serving as an assistant coach for Atascocita High School Lacrosse and head coach for the 8U and 6U teams at Lake Houston, Coach Cottle brings his wealth of experience and expertise to mentor and develop young lacrosse players. His dedication to the sport and track record of success as both a player and a coach make him a valuable asset to our league.
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