Coach Hannah is a four-year Division I athlete from Winthrop University who brings high-level playing experience, energy, and positivity to every team she leads. With four years of coaching experience at both the high school and club levels, she is passionate about helping players grow both on and off the field.

A Carroll County native, Hannah was a four-year varsity player at Manchester Valley and North Carroll High School. She also played club lacrosse with Sky Walkers 2018 White from 2012 to 2017.

Hannah joined Hero’s Lacrosse Club in the fall of 2024 as part of the Devo Program and now serves as the head coach of the 2035 White Team. Her coaching is grounded in faith, and she is proud to lead with purpose, joy, and a deep love for Jesus Christ.

Michelle brings over a decade of coaching experience and a strong leadership presence to our program. Originally from New Jersey, she has spent the past 12 years coaching at both the club and high school levels, including leading the Hero’s Devo program during the 2024–2025 season. In addition to her coaching background, Michelle has served as an educator, curriculum coach, and Director of summer lacrosse camps—further reinforcing her passion for athlete development.

A late starter to the sport, Michelle began playing lacrosse in high school and quickly rose through the ranks. She went on to have a decorated collegiate career, earning multiple honors including three All-American selections, two Tewaaraton Watch List appearances, and setting her school’s all-time scoring record. She also helped lead her team to a Final Four appearance, was named to the NCAA All-Tournament Team, and earned several all-conference accolades.

Michelle now lives in Howard County with her husband and three children, and continues to be a passionate mentor for young athletes both on and off the field.

Maddie is a decorated multi-sport athlete and dedicated professional with a strong background in both athletic achievement and academic excellence. A three-time Maryland state champion—twice in lacrosse and once in field hockey—she graduated from Century High School and went on to compete at the Division I level for Towson University Women’s Lacrosse from 2016 to 2020.

At Towson, Maddie was part of the 2016 CAA Championship team and contributed to three NCAA Tournament appearances. A four-year team contributor and two-year starter, she also excelled academically, earning a spot on the 2017 CAA All-Academic Team and recognition as a 2019 IWLCA Academic All-American. She graduated cum laude with dual degrees in Exercise Science and Psychology.

In 2021, Maddie became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and in 2023, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She was inducted into the national physical therapy honor society in recognition of her academic and clinical excellence.

Maddie brings eight seasons of coaching experience with the Skywalkers club program and is now thrilled to coach the 2034 White Team. She’s passionate about developing young athletes and is excited to bring her energy, knowledge, and leadership to the program.

Shaylan Ahearn is one of the most accomplished players in the history of Maryland women’s lacrosse. During her collegiate career, she earned numerous honors including IWLCA and USA Lacrosse All-American recognition, was named Big Ten Midfielder of the Year, and became a four-time All-Big Ten honoree with two First Team selections. She was also recognized for her academic excellence as a member of the Academic All-Big Ten team.

Throughout her time at Maryland, Shaylan helped guide the team to four consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, highlighted by a trip to the NCAA Semifinals in 2022 and a Quarterfinal appearance in 2024. She finished her career with 432 draw controls, ranking second all-time in program history.

She graduated from the University of Maryland with dual degrees in Psychology and Communications.

Before joining the Terps, Shaylan was an Under Armour All-American at Glenelg Country School and a standout player for Hero’s Lacrosse. She entered college as the No. 4 ranked recruit in the nation for the Class of 2019.

A Baltimore native, Maggie Waxter brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to the program. She played both field hockey and lacrosse at Washington and Lee University before beginning her coaching career at Amherst College, where she helped lead the team to back-to-back Elite 8 appearances.

Maggie went on to coach in Nashville for five years and has since returned to Maryland, where she currently serves as the Assistant Lacrosse Coach at St. Timothy’s School. Known for her energy, leadership, and deep knowledge of the game, Maggie is committed to developing players and elevating the team to the next level.

Kaitlin Rice, an Ellicott City native, began playing lacrosse in 2005 and went on to compete for the Hero’s 2018 club team from 2011 to 2017. A multi-sport athlete at Mount Hebron High School, she played Varsity lacrosse and soccer before continuing her lacrosse career at Duquesne University.

At Duquesne, Kaitlin was a four-year player (2018–2022), team captain, and named Duquesne’s Women Student-Athlete of the Year. After college, she coached True Lacrosse’s 2024 and 2027 teams in Pittsburgh before returning to Maryland. Kaitlin now works in Supply Chain at Northrop Grumman and coaches JV Lacrosse at Mount Hebron, while also assisting with the school’s basketball program.

Chris VanderVat brings a well-rounded coaching background and a passion for developing young athletes. A former three-sport athlete at Mount Hebron High School, Chris continued his education at Towson University and now teaches 3rd grade at Phelps Luck Elementary School.

He currently serves as the JV Girls’ Lacrosse Coach at Mount Hebron, a position he’s held for the past two years, and was recently named Head Coach of the Girls’ Varsity Basketball team. With experience coaching across multiple sports and age levels, Chris offers valuable leadership and insight—especially in both offensive strategy and defensive coordination, drawing from his background as a point guard.