Women’s Lacrosse
Coaching Staff Stephen Wagner
HEAD WOMEN’S LACROSSE COACH Stephen Wagner joined The College at Brockport coaching staff in 2012 and has quickly established the Golden Eagles into national competitors. Most recently Wagner was named the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Association Division III Empire Region Coach of the Year after leading the team to an unprecedented season in school history. Wagner was a former defensive coordinator for the Brockport women’s team in its inaugural season in 2001. Wagner helped lead the Golden Eagles to a 10-5 record and a trip to the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) Tournament semifinals. The Brockport defense was ranked 19th nationally in goals allowed that season. Following one year at Brockport, Wagner accepted a position as the top assistant at St. Bonaventure University. In the program’s third season of play, Wagner helped the Bonnies reach seven wins, a school a record for victories in a season at the time. After the 2002 season, Wagner became the head women’s coach at NCAA Division II Gannon University. In his first six seasons at the helm, Wagner posted a record of 61-30 and never had a losing season and the team was nationally ranked every season. Wagner’s success led him to an assistant coaching position at Division I University of Connecticut. Following one season for the Huskies, Wagner returned to Gannon to post a 2412-1 record over the next two seasons before rejoining the Brockport staff.
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Courtney Szczesniak ASSISTANT WOMEN’S LACROSSE COACH Courtney Szczesniak joined The College at Brockport women’s lacrosse coaching staff in 2016. Szczesniak joins the coaching ranks after a standout athletic career as a Golden Eagle. A two-sport athlete, Szczesnaik racked up recognition on both the soccer and lacrosse field. She was a two-time SUNYAC Lacrosse All-Conference pick, named to the 2016 SUNYAC All-Tournament team, and was selected at the 2016 SUNYAC Defensive Player of the Year. In her senior campaign, the captain led the Golden Eagles to the Elite Eight round of the 2016 NCAA Championship Tournament. On the soccer pitch, Szczesniak was a two-year team captain, two-time SUNYAC All-Conference Team selection and a two time SUNYAC All-Conference winner. In 2016, Szczesniak was named the Brockport Female Student Athlete of the Year. Prior to joining the lacrosse coaching staff, Szczesniak was an Intern with the Brockport Athletics Strength and Conditioning program, and coached at the Liverpool Youth Lacrosse Camp. She also served as a Lifeguard, and is CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard and AED certified. Szczesniak graduated from The College at Brockport in 2016 with Cum Laude honors, with a degree in Exercise Science and a Biology minor.
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NCAA Division III Athletics The College at Brockport women’s field hockey team is a member of the NCAA Division III and competes in the State University of New York Athletic Conference. The team’s 2016 season saw head coach Stephen Wagner help earn a No. 9 ranking in the nation, the highest national ranking of his time at Brockport. Also, the Golden Eagles won 11 consecutive games, a new Brockport record and advanced to the third round of the NCAA Tournament, Wagner’s first appearance in the NCAA post-season. Wagner was named the SUNYAC Coach of the Year and had the Defensive Player of the Year in Courtney Szczesniak. The Green and Gold placed five on the All-SUNYAC list that season, with Kelly Wall, Makensie Schuber, and Szczesniak all named to the First-Team, and Cassandra Minerd and Jessica Boddery were named to the Third-Team. Even after the season had reached its conclusion the accolades continued to pour in following the 2016 season. Wagner was selected to coach the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association North team in the IWLCA North/South all-star game and two players, Szczesniak and Mackensie Schuber were named to that team.
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Athletic Training Room Six full-time staff members with Athletic Training Certifications offer 90 combined years of experience in athletic training. The team provides comprehensive care to our student-athletes through the use of the latest technology in therapeutic modalities as well as innovative functional assessment and rehabilitation techniques. Our Athletic Training Room provides student-athletes the benefit of high quality rehabilitation and physical training equipment. The facility has five taping tables, 13 treatment tables, three exercise bikes, one elliptical machine, one stair climber as well as a whirlpool machine. 9
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Bill Steele Athletic Performance Weight Room It’s not a fitness center. It’s an athletic performance training facility, where Golden Eagle athletes prepare for their competitors through a state-of-the-art strength and conditioning program. Athletes will be able to push their bodies to maximize their athletic talents using the College’s high-speed treadmills, TRX trainers, kettlebells, inlaid Olympic platforms, free-motion functional trainers, VertiMax platforms, Elitefts Colligate power racks, speed and power sleds, an Ariel Computerized Exercise System (ACES) machine, and much more. All of our athletes train under the watch of experienced instructors.
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the SERC Opened in 2012, the Special Events Recreation Center, a state-of-the-art facility, is a 138,000 square foot three-story building that serves as the home for Campus Recreation and the Golden Eagle Track and Field Program. In addition to serving as a venue for major campus events, the SERC—which consists of a dynamic fitness center and the impressive Field House—equips students with all the tools necessary to stay physically fit. Whether you’re interested in weight lifting, cardio, taking a Zumba class, working with a personal trainer or going for a run on the track, the SERC can help you reach all your fitness goals.
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Residence Halls Living on campus at Brockport means more than just a place to sleep. The college residential experience serves as the foundation for developing friendships that last a lifetime. Our vibrant and safe living-learning environment helps students become successful members of our campus community. A resident director (RD) and a staff resident assistant (RA) provide leadership for each residence hall community. RDs and RAs are excellent sources of information and will help students make decisions, support students in developing responsibility and concern for others, and assist in acquiring a plan for academic success.
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Dining Halls Students have many options when it comes to dining and meal plans. The College’s dining services are regularly ranked high within the SUNY system. Meal plans are designed to provide variety, flexibility and plenty of healthy dining options. Our diversified menus include vegan, vegetarian, and ethnic entrees, allowing students to enjoy their favorite foods and expand their palates. The two main dining halls, Brockway and Harrison, feature a wide selection of food stations and made-to-order choices. In addition to the two main dining halls, there are a number of cafÊs, late-night spots, and retail locations that offer a variety of meal options throughout the day.
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Drake Memorial Library Drake Memorial Library houses nearly a half million items, plus online databases, research guides, the College Archives and more. It includes multiple computer labs and meeting/study rooms, enhancing the learning experience with audio, video, graphic, and web-based content. The library provides opportunities for 3D printing/scanning in the Makerspace and has a variety of tech tools available for loan. Librarians offer in-person as well as online research assistance and consultation. And, if you need a little caffeine for your study session, the Aerie CafĂŠ provides coffee and a varying menu to satisfy your cravings.
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Stephen Wagner Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach 350 New Campus Drive Brockport, NY 14420 (585) 395-5347 swagner@brockport.edu
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