Gold Coast Lacrosse Club describes itself as the premiere lacrosse club in the greater Fairfield County area, serving girls K-12 in Connecticut. On the national level, the program is ranked girls #30 on US Club Lax. The club provides year-round training through elite teams and flagship events tailored to various skill levels.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Why families choose this club
College recruiting network
The program highlights a long history of placing athletes in quality programs, leveraging deep roots within the college coaching network to seek the right collegiate fit.
Whole athlete commitment
Leadership emphasizes the athletic, academic, and personal development of each player, cultivating personal character alongside lacrosse skill.
Team first culture
Athletes compete with 100% effort and respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, referees, and fans, operating under the principle that the team comes before the individual.
PROGRAMS
Programs
Gold Coast Lacrosse fields elite travel teams organized by graduation year from 2028 through 2035, alongside a Launch League for 2035/2036 players. Programming runs from September through July with member-only clinics and opportunities, and competitive team season begins in the fall. The club hosts open tryouts each year in June and July to evaluate new and returning players. Tryouts and seasonal team practices are primarily hosted at New Canaan High School athletic fields.
FallCompetitive team season begins; practice uniforms required
SpringUniform ordering window (Spring '27) for competitive teams
The club covers the cost of the practice uniform pack, though every player must still place an order through the store. For competitive players, game uniforms (reversible top, shorts, skirt) are required purchases, supported by a summer uniform ordering window and another for Spring '27. Families may also purchase optional gear such as a shooting shirt, travel jacket, and long sleeve shirt. Winter training sessions run between December and February and require separate registration with incremental fees.
The program is guided by co-owners Caitlin Jackson, Merri Meyran, and Kristin Woods, who manage operations, player development, and membership.
Administrative staff
Operational leadership includes Program Director Jen Mecca, Program Manager Liz Mosher, Event Coordinator Madison Straus, and Recruiting Coordinator Alison Fatzyntz.
Accountability and standards
The coaching roster includes Bridget Wall, a UMass '23 alumna, with coaches who hold themselves accountable to developing Connecticut's most premier lacrosse players.
Caitlin Jackson
Co-Owner & Dir. of Finance & Operations
Merri Meyran
Co-Owner & Dir. of Player Development
Kristin Woods
Co-Owner & Dir. of Membership
Jen Mecca
Program Director
Liz Mosher
Program Manager
Madison Straus
Event Coordinator
Alison Fatzyntz
Recruiting Coordinator
Bridget Wall
UMass '23
CLUB PHILOSOPHY
Club Philosophy
Gold Coast Lacrosse Standards state: players compete with 100% effort and respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, referees, and fans; the team comes before the individual; and the club aims to cultivate personal character alongside lacrosse skill, seeking the right collegiate fit both on the field and in the classroom.
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