Crabs 2032

Practice Schedule:

September-13 9-1030 BL Upper
September-20 9-1030 BL Upper
September-27 9-1030 BL Upper
Oct-4 9-1030 BL Upper
Oct-11 9-1030 BL Upper
Oct-18 Next Level Invite
Oct-25 9-1030 BL Upper
Nov-1 9-1030 BL Upper
Nov-8 Fall Brawl
Nov-15 9-1030 BL Upper
Dec-6 9-1030 BL Upper
Dec-13 9-1030 BL Upper

 Tournament Schedule:

Next Level Invitational - October 18th @ Liberty Sports Plex, MD

Fall Brawl - November 8th @ Annapolis Area

 

 

Team Roster and Bios

Coaches

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Frank Hopkins

2032 Assistant Coach

Coach Hopkins grew up in Bel Air, MD and graduated from C. Milton Wright High School, where he earned All Metro & State Lacrosse honors as a Defenseman. He then finished his studies and Lacrosse career at the University of Delaware (2006).  In 2005, he helped the Blue Hens make an NCAA Tournament appearance. Since 2017, Frank has coached  with Fallston Rec Lacrosse in both the Boys and Girls programs. He currently resides in Fallston, MD with his wife and 3 children.
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Jim Bender

Head Coach 2032 Elite Lacrosse

Jim Bender brings a wealth of experience and passion to his role as the new Offensive Coordinator for the Crabs 2032 Elite lacrosse team. With nearly two decades of head coaching experience in club lacrosse, Jim has established himself as a respected figure in the sport. His coaching journey includes 10 years with the Sidewinders, 6 years with API/Arden Diamondbacks, and the last 3 years with the Annapolis Hawks. Additionally, Jim served as head coach for the freshman/sophomore team at Archbishop Spalding High School for 4 years, where he honed his ability to develop young talent.

A lifelong lacrosse enthusiast, Jim began playing at age 5 and competed at Old Mill High School. Though he planned to play collegiately at Salisbury University, family responsibilities led him to pursue a different path. Jim’s competitive spirit shone through in his 8-year tenure in the Men’s Indoor Lacrosse League (MILL), where he played games twice weekly and participated in tournaments year-round. He remains so passionate about the game that he still considers returning to the field.

Jim’s personal connection to lacrosse extends to his family. His son, a Syracuse University graduate, played club lacrosse for the Orange, while his daughter is committed to play at High Point University next year. Jim’s love for the game is matched only by his appreciation for the relationships he has built through coaching and playing. His extensive experience, strategic insight, and dedication to player development make him an invaluable addition to the Crabs 2032 Elite coaching staff.