Meet the Coaches

Dave Breza

Coach

Dave Breza, a UMASS Amherst alumnus, excelled as a defenseman and LSM for the Minutemen. Originally from Fairfield County, Connecticut, he began his lacrosse journey at Fairfield Prep. Coach Breza prioritizes athleticism, emphasizing sports intelligence, strength, speed, and agility as crucial for elite lacrosse development. Specializing in defensive strategy, he focuses on positioning and footwork, contributing significantly to the CT Wolves’ youth program. 

Jacob Dauz

Coach

Jacob Dauz grew up playing lacrosse in Newtown, where he captained the high school team and earned All-State and All-Conference honors. He went on to play at both Division I and Division III programs, starting at Providence College and later at SUNY Cortland. During his time at SUNY Cortland, the team won the SUNY Conference Championship and were the 2012 Division III Runner-Ups. After college, Coach Dauz continued his involvement in lacrosse by coaching in the Newtown and Fairfield Youth programs. 

Kevin Donovan

Coach

Kevin Donovan is entering his second year as Assistant Coach at Quinnipiac University, with over 15 years of diverse coaching experience. A Connecticut native, he played high school at Choate before attending Lehigh University, where he helped secure the school’s first Patriot League Championship. He also attended McGill University while serving as Offensive Coordinator for the Redbirds. After a decade in Los Angeles, he founded a club program that has helped 43 players reach NCAA Division 1 status and coached at several prestigious schools. Outside of California, coach Donovan was appointed as the National Club Head Coach and Recruiting Director for LI Sting National. Additionally, he held the position of Offensive Coordinator for the Netherlands National Team. Passionate about lacrosse, Coach Donovan is dedicated to empowering the next generation through coaching and providing a great experience.

Jim Kammerman

Coach

Jim Kammerman was a four-year starter at Roanoke College. He captained the team, earned 1st Team All-ODAC and All-American honors, and was part of a National Championship Runner-Up team. In high school he was named All-State and All-FCIAC player.  Coach Kammerman has served as a board member and coach for Trumbull Youth Lacrosse and was also the Head Varsity Lacrosse Coach at Trumbull High School. Recognized as WCOLA and FCIAC Coach of the Year, he has helped develop over 40 NCAA players. Both his sons currently play for Roanoke College.

Nick Kammerman

Coach

Nick Kammerman, a former goalie from Fairfield Prep, played at Union College and served as Captain. He was Defensive Coordinator and Assistant Coach at Weston High School for 3 years, leading the team to a State Championship in 2010. He then served 4 years as Defensive Coordinator at Trumbull High School. He is the son of John Kammerman, one of the founders of CONNY. 

Will Katts

Coach

Will Katts is currently the Assistant Coach and Offensive Coordinator for the Loomis Chaffee Boys Varsity Lacrosse team. He graduated top of his class from UNC-Chapel Hill with a degree in sports administration. Coach Katts has also coached at Durham Academy, where he learned from former Duke Lacrosse Coach Jon Lantzy and helped lead the team to the North Carolina State Semifinals. Additionally, he serves as Loomis Chaffee’s Sports Information Director. 

Matt Read

Coach

Matt Read, a former goalkeeper, played at Londonderry (NH) and the University of New Hampshire. He began coaching as an assistant at his former high school and later served as Head Coach of Merrimack College’s DII Lacrosse team, earning NEILA Coach of the Year honors. After coaching a non-profit high school varsity team for Metro Lacrosse in Boston, Coach Read has been coaching at Shelton High School in Connecticut since 2010. He also spent time with Lax for Wishes (Make-A-Wish), helping raise funds for the organization.  

Vin Ricca

Coach

Vin Ricca was a leading defenseman at Western Connecticut State University and Branford High School.  With over nine years of coaching experience across various age groups, he has led youth programs in Fairfield, Milford, Stamford, and Ridgefield.  Coach Ricca’s commitment to player development and extensive knowledge of the game will greatly benefit our program at CT Wolves.

Matt Rice

Coach

Matt Rice is a standout Senior SSDM at Fairfield University, where he excels both on the lacrosse field and in the classroom.  In 2024, he earned the prestigious Academic All-District honor from College Sports Communicators, highlighting his dedication to academic and athletic excellence. Originally from Maryland, he attended Loyola Blakefield High School, where he developed into an elite player. This will be Coach Rice’s second season with CT Wolves. He also has experience as a player and a coach with the Crabs Lacrosse Club, a leading program in the nation.

Matt Slowik

Coach

Matt Slowick grew up playing lacrosse in Virginia and went on to play at The Peddie School in New Jersey as an LSM and defenseman, earning All-State honors for two years. Coach Slowick is a coach and coordinator for Madison Youth Lacrosse and serves on the board of the organization.

Bailey Tuthill

Coach

Bailey Tuthill played defense at Quinnipiac University and was captain of the team.  He helped launch the Newburyport High School’s first lacrosse team and earned All-Star honors in both the Cape Ann League and Eastern Massachusetts.  After a post graduate year at Bridgton Academy,  where he was also named captain, he coached Chase Collegiate in Waterbury, Connecticut, leading the team to back-to-back play-off appearances.  He now coaches Madison Youth Lacrosse. 

Colin Steele

Coach

Colin Steele played attack and midfield for Xavier High School, earning All-Conference and All-State honors and setting a school points record that held for a decade. After attending Providence College, Coach Steele returned to his alma mater to coach at Xavier, focusing on player development and supporting the varsity team in playoffs. He later coached for Middletown Youth Lacrosse and led the 8U, 10U, and 12U teams for Haddam-Killingworth Youth Lacrosse. Currently, he is the HK Youth Boys Program Director.

Derek Clinton

Director and Coach Madison Youth League

JJ Ford

Conn College Lacrosse

Ethan Hughes

St. Michaels Lacrosse

Julien Kammerman

Roanoke Lacrosse

Raffe Katts

Gettysburg Lacrosse

Garrett Keane

Richmond University

Luke Lesizza

Stevens Lacrosse/ All American

Maddux Little

Hamilton Lacrosse

Patten Royal

Wake Forest Lacrosse

Jason Rubinstein

Rhodes College Lacrosse

Tim Shannehan

Boston University Lacrosse

Eric Smith

University of Vermont Lacrosse

Eric Smith served as Captain for two years on the University of Vermont lacrosse team. With over 8 years of coaching experience, he coached youth lacrosse for a San Diego-based club team and served three seasons as Head Coach for the West Coast Stars. Coach Smith has also coached youth programs in Connecticut, including stints in Norwalk, Wilton, and Ridgefield.