Elmira College has appointed Spencer Passmore as the new Head Men's Lacrosse Coach following his role as Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator. Passmore takes over after former coach Pat Sullivan stepped down for personal reasons. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead the team into the Empire 8 Conference in 2027, building on a successful season where Austin Jerzak set a record for faceoff percentage under his guidance.

By the Numbers
  • Austin Jerzak finished the 2026 season with a .704 faceoff win percentage, a new record for Elmira College.
  • Passmore guided the Soaring Eagles to their first wins since the program's reinstatement, defeating SUNY Cobleskill and Hilbert College.
State of Play
  • Passmore will lead the Gaffer Elite 2027 Lacrosse Team this summer, participating in three tournaments.
  • His promotion is expected to enhance the lacrosse program's recruitment and development strategies.
What's Next

As Passmore settles into his new role, he aims to strengthen the team's performance and integrate more deeply into the Empire 8, leveraging his recruiting experience to bring new talent to Elmira.

Bottom Line

Passmore's promotion signifies a strategic move for Elmira College to build momentum in their men's lacrosse program, emphasizing leadership and recruitment as keys to future success.