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WELCOME
COACH
BROOKE IRELAND
One Play is excited to welcome Brooke Ireland!
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Brooke Ireland brings nearly three decades of leadership, coaching, and athlete-development experience in the women’s lacrosse community. One of the youngest NCAA Division I head coaches of her era, Brooke has built a distinguished career as a program builder, mentor, and innovator across collegiate, club, high school, and international lacrosse.
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Her achievements include NCAA Division I Head Coach at Virginia Tech and William & Mary, Atlantic 10 Coach of the Year, producing multiple All-Conference and All-American selections along with numerous academic award winners, leading Virginia Tech to its first Top-20 national ranking, and guiding the program to an Atlantic 10 Championship and Regular Season title. She also pioneered girls’ lacrosse development in Richmond and surrounding areas through the creation of Geronimo Elite, one of the region’s earliest elite travel programs. Additional leadership roles include Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach at the University of Virginia, Assistant Director and coach with the Australian Lacrosse Association (Victoria), and Assistant Commissioner of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA).
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Now part of One Play Development, Brooke combines her extensive coaching experience and relationship-driven leadership style to empower athletes and families, helping players prepare for success both on and off the field.
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To learn more about Brooke Ireland’s journey:
WINTER COMPETE TO ELITE PROGRAM
Has Officially Started!
One Play Development’s Winter Compete to Elite program is now underway!
This high-intensity, small-group training challenges athletes to elevate their 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 skills, sharpen decision-making, and master footwork, positioning, and competitive habits.
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Players also benefit from the One Play Mental Performance Program, strengthening focus, confidence, and resilience under pressure—skills that translate directly to the field and beyond.
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A few spots are still available—reserve your place today!
WELCOME
COACH
ROMAN PUGLISE
One Play is excited to welcome Roman Puglise!
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Roman Puglise, PLL professional with the Maryland Whipsnakes and former NCAA National Champion at the University of Maryland, played a key role in the early growth of One Play Development, assisting with group and one-on-one athlete training.
His achievements include NCAA D1 National Champion (2022), University of Maryland Team Captain, Big Ten Medal of Honor Recipient, 3× NCAA All-American, and Maryland Whipsnakes #7 Overall Draft Pick (2022).
Now based in Charleston, SC, Roman combines his athletic experience and leadership skills to mentor athletes from non-traditional areas, focusing on holistic development, mental well-being, and helping players achieve their goals on and off the field.
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To learn more about Roman Puglise’s journey:
NCAA
COLLEGE ROADMAP PROGRAM
For lacrosse families, choosing the right college is one of the most important—and often most stressful—parts of the recruiting process. The College Roadmap Program was designed to change that.
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Our team of former Division I coaches and development specialists helps families approach college recruiting with structure, clarity, and confidence.
We guide your athlete through every phase of the process so you can focus on what matters most: finding the right environment for them to thrive athletically, academically, and personally.
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Our Promise to Families
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Clear, honest evaluations from a college coach’s perspective
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Guidance rooted in years of experience and integrity
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Support for leadership, character, and mental performance growth
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Advocacy and outreach to programs that truly fit your athlete
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The result is a recruiting journey that’s informed, purposeful, and far less stressful.
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Learn how our program can help your family make confident, well-guided decisions about the future.
WELCOME
COACH
ERIC SEREMET
Driving excellence and shaping tomorrow’s leaders, One Play is excited to welcome Coach Eric Seremet!
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Eric Seremet brings championship-level experience and leadership to One Play Development as we expand to serve more athletes.
A 1991 National Champion at North Carolina and eight-year NLL professional, Eric has also built historic programs as a Division I coach, earning multiple Coach of the Year honors and guiding teams to conference titles, NCAA tournament wins, and professional draft selections.
Known for developing elite athletes and leaders, Eric has mentored All-Americans, professional players, and scholar-athletes, fostering skill, discipline, and resilience on and off the field.
Through One Play Development, Eric now helps inspire the next generation of players, coaches, and teams to reach their full potential and compete with confidence and creativity.
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To learn more about Eric Seremet’s journey:
WELCOME
COACH
TREVOR TIERNEY
Expanding our reach, elevating our impact — One Play adds Coach Trevor Tierney!
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Trevor Tierney brings championship experience and leadership to One Play Development as we grow to serve more athletes.
The first goalie in lacrosse history to win NCAA, professional, and international titles, Trevor is a two-time NCAA Champion and All-American at Princeton, five-time MLL All-Star, and All-World honoree with Team USA.
After his playing career, he helped lead the University of Denver to its first NCAA DI National Championship as Defensive Coordinator and Goalie Coach.
With advanced training in psychology and leadership development, Trevor now helps One Play inspire the next generation of players, coaches, and teams to achieve excellence.
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To learn more about Trevor Tierney’s journey:
WELCOME
COACH
CHAZZ WOODSON
Chazz Woodson joins One Play, bringing championship experience and leadership to the next generation!
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Chazz Woodson is a standout figure in the world of lacrosse and joins One Play Development after leading the nation's first and only [DI men's] HBCU lacrosse program through its foundational phase. Chazz's professional playing career spanned 13 seasons and 7 teams.
Regarded as one of the sport's most electrifying players, the two-time MLL All-Star was known for his acrobatic style of play, that landed him on ESPN's Sports Center Top 10 list multiple times.
Beyond the field, Woodson has over 20 years of experience as a coach, educator, and mentor. He led the nation’s first DI HBCU men’s lacrosse program, served on the USA Lacrosse Board of Directors, co-founded Nation United Lacrosse, and has guided athletes at every level. Holding degrees in Education Studies and Coaching & Athletic Administration, he now spearheads One Play’s Hampton Roads office, inspiring the next generation of players and leaders.
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To learn more about Chazz Woodson’s journey:
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DR. ABBY LATONA
We’re growing, and we’re proud to welcome Dr. Abby Latona to One Play!
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With 12+ years of coaching experience, Dr. Latona has built championship programs at Mars Area High School and Steel City Lacrosse Club.
She’s a 3× WPIAL Champion, 2025 WPIAL Coach of the Year, 2024 USA Lacrosse Western PA Coach of the Year, and a former NCAA DIII captain at Shenandoah.
Holding a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, she brings expertise in mental wellness alongside her coaching, helping athletes build resilience and balance. Her leadership has produced NCAA commits, USA All-Americans, and nationally recognized players, while her player-first approach empowers young women to thrive on and off the field.
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To learn more about Dr. Abby Latona’s journey:
WELCOME
COACH
PATRICK TRACY
We’re thrilled to welcome Coach Tracy to the One Play roster of elite coaches!
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A seasoned leader with 21 years on the sidelines, Coach Tracy has guided championship programs at High Point, UMBC, Dartmouth, Washington College, and more. He’s crafted top-ranked offensive and defensive units, developed 20+ All-Americans, 18 pro athletes, and multiple conference award winners — including PLL stars and a Rookie of the Year.
As a former captain and standout attackman at Ohio State and Goucher, he blends deep game knowledge with a relentless commitment to fundamentals, player growth, and competitive excellence.
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To learn more about Coach Tracy’s journey:
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COACH
KIP TURNER​​
We are proud to announce that world class goalie and coach, Kip Turner, has officially joined One Play!
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Kip Turner is one of the most respected minds in lacrosse. He is widely regarded as one of the nation's top coaches at the goalie and faceoff positions, having developed elite talent such as Alex Rode, Matthew Nunes, and Petey LaSalla - who became an NCAA record-holder and PLL Draft Pick under his guidance. Turner brings elite-level experience and tactical mastery as a coach, mentor and former professional standout, helping to redefine goalie, faceoff, and transition play at the highest levels of collegiate lacrosse.
To read more about Coach Turner's journey:
WELCOME
COACH MARK “MUGS” MICKUM​​
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​We’re excited to announce that Mark “Mugs” Mickum, one of the most respected goalie coaches in the country, is joining our team!
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With over 30 years of coaching experience in the Washington, D.C. metro area, Coach Mickum brings unmatched expertise and a legacy of excellence to our lacrosse program.
Coach Mickum’s former players have gone on to compete at prestigious universities including Notre Dame, Maryland, Syracuse, Harvard, Yale, Penn, Virginia, Johns Hopkins, Navy, Michigan, Villanova, Boston University, Bucknell, Vermont, Colgate, and more.
His decades-long dedication to the craft of goaltending and athlete development will be an incredible asset to our players and community.
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To read more about Coach Mickum's journey:
What a great weekend being involved with two of the greatest events in lacrosse!
Coach Casey O'Neill led an interactive workshop for the Senior Boys and Girls Teams on Saturday before the New Balance All America Game.
Coach Michael Mabry was down in Dallas, leading workshops and serving as the Keynote Speaker for the Adrenaline All American Event.
We are incredibly grateful to play a role in honoring our games great players and people!