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Schneider Named IMLCA Assistant Coach of the Year
December 08, 2018 | Men's Lacrosse
Program alumnus helped UMass men's lacrosse to 2018 CAA Championship, NCAA berth
BALTIMORE - University of Massachusetts men's lacrosse associate head coach Doc Schneider earned the 2018 Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IMLCA) Assistant Coach of the Year Award, as announced by the organization at its annual hall of fame banquet in Baltimore on Friday. Schneider completed his ninth season on-staff at Massachusetts in 2017-18, and helped head coach Greg Cannella, fellow associate head coach Craig McDonald and the Minutemen to the 2018 CAA Championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
"It is a honor to receive this award, especially since it is voted on by my peers," Schneider said. "Any time a coach receives an award, it is a reflection of being a part of a great organization and team. I want to thank our 2018 team for their incredible resiliency and perseverance, as well as the UMass Athletic Department, Director of Athletics Ryan Bamford and our sports administrator, Jeff Smith for their continuous support.
"Every day I am fortunate enough to work alongside an excellent staff," Schneider continued. "In my opinion, Craig McDonald is as equally as deserving of this award and he is a tremendous asset to our program's success. Over the past 13 years I have been lucky enough to play for and work with Coach (Greg) Cannella. I can honestly say that I am the person and coach I am because of him. Lastly, I want to thank my amazing wife, Morgan. Without her unwavering support in my pursuit of a career in coaching, none of this would be possible."
A dedicated member of the UMass men's lacrosse family, Schneider is in his fourth campaign as the team's offensive instructor, following six years as an assistant coach from 2010-14, and four more as a starting goalkeeper for the Minutemen prior to that. In addition to his work on the offensive side of the ball, Schneider continues to tutor the UMass goalies alongside McDonald.
"This is a well deserved honor for Doc (Schneider)," Cannella said. "To be recognized by our coaches organization, IMLCA, translates into great respect for Doc as a teacher, leader and motivator. I'm very proud of how he represents UMass Athletics and our lacrosse program each day."
Schneider's high-octane offensive style of play was on display throughout the 2018 campaign, when Massachusetts ranked among the nation's leaders in points, goals and assists per game, scoring margin and shot percentage. Spearheaded by All-CAA standouts Buddy Carr and Jeff Trainor, and CAA Rookie of the Year Chris Connolly, Massachusetts ranked either first or second across the league in every offensive metric.
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"It is a honor to receive this award, especially since it is voted on by my peers," Schneider said. "Any time a coach receives an award, it is a reflection of being a part of a great organization and team. I want to thank our 2018 team for their incredible resiliency and perseverance, as well as the UMass Athletic Department, Director of Athletics Ryan Bamford and our sports administrator, Jeff Smith for their continuous support.
"Every day I am fortunate enough to work alongside an excellent staff," Schneider continued. "In my opinion, Craig McDonald is as equally as deserving of this award and he is a tremendous asset to our program's success. Over the past 13 years I have been lucky enough to play for and work with Coach (Greg) Cannella. I can honestly say that I am the person and coach I am because of him. Lastly, I want to thank my amazing wife, Morgan. Without her unwavering support in my pursuit of a career in coaching, none of this would be possible."
A dedicated member of the UMass men's lacrosse family, Schneider is in his fourth campaign as the team's offensive instructor, following six years as an assistant coach from 2010-14, and four more as a starting goalkeeper for the Minutemen prior to that. In addition to his work on the offensive side of the ball, Schneider continues to tutor the UMass goalies alongside McDonald.
"This is a well deserved honor for Doc (Schneider)," Cannella said. "To be recognized by our coaches organization, IMLCA, translates into great respect for Doc as a teacher, leader and motivator. I'm very proud of how he represents UMass Athletics and our lacrosse program each day."
Schneider's high-octane offensive style of play was on display throughout the 2018 campaign, when Massachusetts ranked among the nation's leaders in points, goals and assists per game, scoring margin and shot percentage. Spearheaded by All-CAA standouts Buddy Carr and Jeff Trainor, and CAA Rookie of the Year Chris Connolly, Massachusetts ranked either first or second across the league in every offensive metric.
Follow Massachusetts men's lacrosse on Twitter (@UMassMLacrosse), Instagram (@UMassMLAX), and Facebook (/UMassMensLacrosse).
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