Elite-level coaching, competitive play and a strong culture of character and leadership.

Located in the heart of Pebble Beach, the boys lacrosse program at Stevenson creates an environment where student-athletes grow both on the field and in the classroom, with a focus on discipline, teamwork and long-term development. The program’s fast-paced, skill-driven style prepares players to compete at the next level, while the school’s supportive academic community ensures they thrive beyond the game.

Boys Lacrosse

Meet the Coach

As the boys lacrosse head coach, Cooper Kehoe ’07, has taught, coached and been an advisor and mentor for many Stevenson students. His commitment to Stevenson athletics is unparalleled and his enthusiasm for the school is rivaled only by his love for lacrosse.

During his time as a student at Stevenson, Cooper was a multi-sport star who played football, basketball and lacrosse. After graduating, Cooper played lacrosse at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. Today, he plays a vital role in the overall success of the Pirate sports program through his coaching duties.

Cooper Kehoe ’07 is the head coach of varsity boys lacrosse, head coach of junior varsity football and head coach of freshmen boys basketball. He joined his alma mater in 2011 after graduating from Colorado State University, teaching in the math department for a number of years and working as a resident faculty member and in athletics administration.

An outstanding high school football, basketball and lacrosse player from Chico, California, Cooper came to Stevenson to finish out his high school experience during his junior and senior years. Cooper garnered lacrosse All American Academic honors in 2006 during his junior year, followed by All County football and lacrosse All American honors in his senior year.

Cooper played four years of lacrosse at CSU where he earned All RMLC honors three times, 1st Team All-American Attack two times, was player of the year in 2010, and is now in the CSU Lacrosse Hall of Fame. Recent honors include being named the U.S. Lacrosse Assistant Coach of the Year 2012-13 and in 2020 he was named the Don Dormer Award recipient.

Championship Success

Team Awards: 14 League Championships in league history – 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2000, 1995, 1987.

Individual Awards:

  • 2025, 2024, 2023: Will Bufkin – Attack
  • 2022: Darnell Adler – Goalie
  • 2021: Connor Cosand – Midfield
  • 2019: Alex Murray – Defense
  • 2017: William Lansbury – Midfield
  • 2014: Alec Negri – Attack
  • 2013: John Jackson – Midfield
  • 2011: Christian Rosa – Midfield
  • 2010: Tyler Allen – Attack
  • 2009: Will Pischel – Attack
  • 2008: Logan Allen – Midfield & Sam Bennett – Goalie
  • 2007: Cooper Kehoe – Attack
  • 2005: Philip Trapp
  • 1974: Putter Goodwin – Midfield (California’s first High School All-American)

  • 2025: Laird Welch – LSM (Junior)
  • 2024: Justin Diniz – Attack
  • 2022: Win Metcalf – Midfield
  • 2016: Emerson Hardy
  • 2011: Matthew Bruckman – Attack
  • 2009: Zach Tills
  • 2006: Cooper Kehoe – Attack
  • 2005: James Guzik – Defense
  • 2003: Jamie Staples

Coach Awards: 2022 State Coach of the Year, Cooper Kehoe ’07; 2020-2021 CCS Honor Coach, Cooper Kehoe ’07.

Collegiate Excellence: The program equips players with the skills and competitive edge that make them attractive to top-tier college teams. Many graduates pursue NCAA programs at Division I, II and III schools across the country. Thanks to the program’s strong training foundation and exposure through competitive schedules, former Stevenson players have successfully earned roster spots and scholarships at respected collegiate programs, showcasing the program’s proven track record in preparing athletes for the next level.

  • Will Bufkin, 2025 – Bryant University
  • Justin Diniz, 2024 – Baldwin Wallace University
  • Brody Biggs, 2024 – John Carroll University
  • David Bray, 2023 – Vassar College
  • Win Metcalf, 2022 – Vassar College
  • Michael Barbera, 2020 – Vassar College
  • Cooper Kehoe, 2007 – Colorado State
  • Alexander Hungerford, 2005 – UC Santa Barbara
  • Ian Morrison, 2005 – University of North Carolina
  • Cory Schaeffler, 2005 – University of Denver
  • Ashton Clarke, 2005 – Claremont McKenna College
  • Josef Stave, 2001 – Wheaton College
  • Adam Dole, 1999 – Syracuse University
  • Joshua Sobeck, 1992 – Middlebury College
  • Andrew Bozzo, 1989 – Middlebury College, USC
  • Mike Bruneau, 1989 – US Naval Academy
  • Phillip Wang, 1984 – Princeton
  • Thomas Davies, 1980 – Williams
  • Buke Kevin, 1977 – Stanford
  • John Aarons, 1976 – Citadel
  • Richard Valentine, 1976 – Stanford

Training Advantage

At Stevenson, Lacrosse thrives within an athletic department that champions multi-sport participation. Grounded in student wellness and performance research, we develop well-rounded players while fully supporting those pursuing collegiate opportunities and those who want the camaraderie and growth of being part of a team. Athletes have year-round access to turf and training spaces for optional stick work, shooting reps, small-sided play, film study, and strength/mobility. In season, practices are purposeful and coaching is individualized; out of season, training is flexible—designed to complement other team commitments so students can excel across multiple sports.

Whether you’re preparing for college lacrosse or looking to compete and contribute in a supportive, competitive environment, there’s a place for you in Stevenson Lacrosse.

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