Mission Statement

The Maine Lacrosse Coaches Convention exists to unite, educate, and inspire lacrosse coaches across the state of Maine. Our mission is to advance the game by fostering professional development, sharing best practices, and promoting a culture of integrity, growth, and athlete-centered coaching. Through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to lifelong learning, we strive to elevate the quality of coaching and positively impact the growth of lacrosse at every level throughout Maine.

March 1st, 2026 Cheverus High

We are very excited to announce the 2026 Women’s, Men’s & Youth Maine Lacrosse Coaches Clinic will be held on Sunday, March 1st. Location info and more details will be announced shortly.

This is the first time the clinic will be hosted by the Women’s & Men’s Maine Lacrosse Coaches Associations.

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Keynote Presenter - Info coming soon

Breakout Session Presenters

Abbey Capobianco

Head Coach of Girls’ Lacrosse

Masters Academy International

Sports have been a major influence throughout Abbey’s life. Growing up as a multi-sport athlete, she competed in Soccer, Ice Hockey, and upon reaching high school, Lacrosse.

She enjoyed a successful playing career in all three sports and was inducted into the inaugural Framingham High School Hall of Fame in 2019. Abbey began her collegiate career as a dual-sport athlete at Central Connecticut State University, playing both soccer and lacrosse, before finishing at UMass Amherst. Always a student of the game, she took every opportunity to learn and grow in her sport.

Abbey began coaching while still in college and never stopped. Following graduation, she was named the first assistant at Bentley University and, the next season, head coach at Assumption University. She spent ten years coaching in Worcester, followed by one season at Holy Cross. Throughout her college-coaching career, she also served as recruiting coordinator and coach with Boston Laxachusetts, where she is now a Director.

In 2017, Abbey was named head coach of the Boston Storm in the UWLX, the first women’s professional lacrosse league, and led the team to a championship in 2018. Her passion on and off the field, along with her deep love for lacrosse, drives her to be better every day for her coaching colleagues and players.

Abbey considers herself fortunate to have a career she truly loves. She is a players-first coach who is ready to do whatever is needed to better the team, leading with high energy, passion, joy, grit, and a team-first philosophy.

Dave Pearson

Head Boys Lacrosse Coach

Cushing Academy

My coaching journey has taken me to several esteemed institutions, including Springfield College, Bowdoin College, and Babson College, where I honed my coaching techniques and deepened my understanding of the game. Currently, I am the Head Coach at Cushing Academy, a position I have held since 2022. In my first three seasons, I have led the team to a record of 30 wins and 22 losses, focusing on developing both individual players and team dynamics.

Three-year starter for Scaborough High School, where we won 3 Class A State Championships. I was selected as a goalie for the Maine High School Lacrosse, where I showcased my skills, which later led to my role as a three-year starting goalie at the University of New England (UNE). During my college career, I was named a two-time All-Conference selection, demonstrating my dedication and talent on the field.

Bob Johnson

Waynflete (Retired)

Presenting Sponsors

Atlantic Sportswear

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