Virginia Men’s Lacrosse Hires Connor Shellenberger Assistant Coach
Virginia Men’s Lacrosse Hires Connor Shellenberger Assistant Coach

Virginia Men’s Lacrosse Hires Connor Shellenberger Assistant Coach

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Connor Shellenberger, a decorated former University of Virginia men's lacrosse star, is returning to UVA as an assistant coach, focusing on developing attackmen and offensive midfielders alongside associate head coach Kevin Cassese. Shellenberger, the program’s all-time leader in assists and points, is the only four-time USILA First Team All-American in UVA history and a three-time Tewaaraton Award finalist. He led the Cavaliers to the 2021 NCAA Championship and was named the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player, setting a program-record 24 points in the postseason. Currently, Shellenberger is in his second season playing professionally for the Premier Lacrosse League's New York Atlas and is a two-time All-Star. Head coach Lars Tiffany expressed enthusiasm about Shellenberger joining the coaching staff, highlighting his talent and leadership both as a player and now as a coach. This addition aims to bolster UVA's offensive capabilities as they pursue another national championship.

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