Stangs Elite

Practice, train, and compete year-round with the most elite program In Texas! Stangs Elite rosters are comprised of our top athletes from our regional programs and affiliated programs.

Leading the Pack in Texas Player Development

Our coaching staff is made up of individuals who have coached and played at the highest levels of the game and is committed to providing the ultimate club experience, priding itself on delivering a professionally run training regime that is created to ensure our players’ success at the highest level. Practices and training camps are advanced, fast paced, and tediously organized. Players will be challenged in an aggressively competitive practice environment, while giving our players the opportunity to team up and compete with the most elite players Texas has to offer.

We put all of our players in the best position to develop and grow as young men on and off the field, while giving them endless opportunities to showcase their skills at the top summer tournaments, showcases, and recruiting events in the country. With our strong connections and reputations with college coaches, we will be your best and most honest advocate in the recruiting process.

Player Development

Stangs Elite : Directors

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Matt Kutzer

Stangs Dallas Director • Stangs Elite

Matt Kutzer

Coaching Experience:

Boys Youth Program Director & Varsity Assistant Coach, Episcopal School of Dallas
- Coached ESD JV and MS teams to undefeated seasons
Coach, TNT Arrowheads (2030, 2032) – Dallas Club Lacrosse (Since 2020)
Conducted Independent Skills Development Programs
Coach, The Next Level Lacrosse (Dallas)
Club Coach, Syracuse, NY (2013-2020)
- Helped develop players advancing to NCAA D1, D2, and D3

Playing Experience:

Fayetteville Manlius High School (Syracuse, NY)
- Three Varsity Seasons
Club Experience: Upstate Lacrosse Club & Tri-State Lacrosse Club
College Soccer:
- University of Albany (D1)
- SUNY Cortland (D3)
- Two-Time College Soccer Captain

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Nick Weston

Stangs Austin Director • Stangs Elite

Nick Weston

Coaching Experience:

Coach, Sweetlax Upstate (4 years)
Two-Time Participant & Coach at Maverik Showtime
Offensive Coordinator, Lake Travis High School (2022-2023)
- Coached team to 2022 Class A State Championship

Playing Experience:

Syracuse University
- Member of First & Second Line Midfield
- Two-Time ACC Champion
- Rated #33 Overall Prospect, #14 Midfielder (Class of 2013, Inside Lacrosse)
- 2013 Under Armour All-American – Senior Game Participant
Salisbury School (CT)
- Team MVP
- First Team All-New England Selection
- East vs. West Senior All-Star Game Selection

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Ryan Horsch

Houston Stangs Director • Stangs Elite

Ryan Horsch

Coaching Experience:

Assistant Coach, Monmouth University (2015-2017)
- Secured MAAC Championship
- Coached in the NCAA Tournament
Head Coach, Brookdale Community College (2017-2018)
NJ Director, Mad Dog Lacrosse (2018-2019)
LA Director, Mad Dog Lacrosse (2019-2023)
Defensive Coordinator & Head Coach, Palos Verdes High School
- Named Bay League Head Coach of the Year (2022)
Defensive Coordinator, Culver Military Academy (2023)
- Helped achieve #8 National Ranking
Program Director & Head Coach, St. John’s School (Houston)
- A-South Coach of the Year in the first season

Playing Experience:

Played Division 1 lacrosse at Monmouth University
Team Captain (2 seasons)
Earned All-MAAC Honors
Named to the All-MAAC Tournament Team
Team MVP

Trusted by Parents.
Proven by Players.

Our son is happy to be part of this program. The coaches give constructive feedback to help improve his game, as do the other regional coaches. He looks forward to going to practice. The tournaments are fun because the boys have a good team bond. We love the clear and timely communication from the coaches and staff, and the way the coaches build his confidence and give him opportunities that help him with his goal of playing at a higher level. Roll Stangs!

Mad Dog Stangs Elite Parent

This was my son's first experience playing for a multi-city team. He learned and grew not only from the coaching but from the talent he played alongside. The coaches were passionate, knowledgeable, demanding (in a good way) and supportive of all the kids. I would recommend the Stangs elite program to any players looking to elevate their game.

Mad Dog Stangs Elite Parent

I would highly recommend Stangs to players and families. The organization of the program is the best we've experienced and the coaching is top notch. My son learned a ton both on and off the field.

Mad Dog Stangs Elite Parent

I can’t say enough about the Stangs and Mad Dog experience so far. Amazing coaches who provide a positive learning environment, great boys, and great families. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for this club.

Mad Dog Stangs Elite Parent

Commits & Alumni

Our program proudly celebrates its alumni, whose dedication has led them to collegiate and professional success, inspiring the next generation to follow in their footsteps.

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