What is the FCL Athlete Program?
Deemer Class | Founder of First Class Lacrosse
This is an all-access program. We have worked hard over the past 6 years to develop a well rounded, holistic offering. This program combines mentorship, film review, and guidance around events, recruiting, training and more. We’ve found with increasing obligations, events, and more, emphasis on training has suffered and navigating the landscape of development and training is increasingly hard.
We are here to help guide your son, daughter and parents along the way alongside the training. Players who have committed to more consistency with programming have benefitted not just on the field, but also in our player-coach relationships. This is a step towards more consistency and abilities for players and families to lean on FCL along the way as a voice you can trust.
In 2022 alone, FCL Athletes have committed to the following schools: UNC (2), Michigan, Duke, Towson, Gettysburg, Colorado, Villanova, Virginia, Air Force, Lehigh and Georgetown.
In 2023, we have had athletes commit to Jacksonville, North Carolina, Lehigh, Clemson, Florida, Franklin & Marshall, and more.
What's Included
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FCL Community Subscription
Players and parents receive full access to our digital resources, including videos, drills, courses, recruiting resources and more. This is all housed under our FCL Circle Community and FCL Online resources.
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FCL Parent Panel Subscription
Parents receive full access to our Online Parent Panel Series during the extent of being an Athlete Program Parent. Learn more about the Parent Panel Here.
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Remote Zoom Calls
These can be used for a variety of purposes. These calls will be done through Zoom. Some of the film feedback will be pre recorded and shared. Players and families will have a Dropbox Folder we will use during the year. Players will review film, of themselves and college/professional games with mentors.
In addition, advocacy for events, showcases, and colleges will be provided, along with guidance on scheduling, workout programs, events, camps, body load and more. Players will actively be working through goal setting and staying in touch with our mentors.
Lastly, these calls will also provide mentorship, off-field advice, and recruiting advice.
We offer 2 tiers based on number of calls per month.
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Recruiting Guidance
As recruiting enters the picture, you can trust the FCL staff for honest feedback, guidance on the process, and advocacy where applicable.
FCL has actively guided freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors before, during, and after the process, and their families. FCL helps create a plan, gives event guidance, holds discussions around pressures and anxieties, assists in managing your schedule, creating highlight tapes and more. -
Off Field Support
Being an FCL athlete allows families to tap into our network. We have consistently been able to provide our athletes connections and resources to strength and conditioning coaches, sports performance and nutrition coaches, seek college coach feedback in the recruiting process, support in rankings, and connections in choosing high schools and clubs.
Recently, we have assisted some of our college and graduating athletes in connections for the internship and job process. We are quickly building our FCL Alumni community and are excited for it to keep growing.
The FCL Network is strong and credible, and we support our athletes and families in every way we can.
We believe lacrosse can lead to amazing opportunities beyond your playing days.
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Our Mentors

Deemer Class
Founder
Duke University 2016
A 3x US Lacrosse All-American and Under Armour All-American, Deemer has competed at every level of the game—from the MIAA, to Duke University, to the professional ranks. Widely known as one of the game’s premier outside shooters, Deemer has earned a national reputation for developing offensive players through elite-level instruction focused on shooting, dodging, stickwork, re-dodging, IQ, and offensive systems.

Matt Dunn
Co-Founder
University of Maryland 2016
A 2x captain and All-American at Maryland, Matt Dunn is one of the top defensemen of his generation. During his time with the Terps, Dunn helped lead Maryland to multiple Final Four appearances, earned First Team All-Big Ten and All-American honors, and was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year. Known for his leadership, discipline, and elite-level positioning, Dunn has carried that success into a decorated professional career in both field and box lacrosse.

Stephen Rehfuss
Men's Offensive Coach
Syracuse University 2021
A standout attackman and team captain at Syracuse, Stephen Rehfuss led the Orange in assists for four consecutive seasons, finishing his collegiate career ranked ninth in program history with 110 assists. His exceptional vision and playmaking ability earned him multiple accolades, including All-American honors and a Tewaaraton Award nomination. Rehfuss has seamlessly transitioned to the professional level, continuing to showcase his offensive prowess and versatility.
2021 Syracuse Male Athlete of the Year
Top 10 Assists All Time at Syracuse
2021 PLL ROY Finalist

Dempsey Arsenault
Women's Offensive Coach
Boston College 2019
A 2x time All-American and 2019 IWLCA Midfielder of the Year, Dempsey Arsenault is recognized as one of the most versatile midfielders in lacrosse. During her tenure at Boston College, she led the Eagles to three consecutive NCAA Championship appearances and was honored as the 2019 Boston College Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Known for her dynamic play and leadership, Dempsey has seamlessly transitioned to the professional and international stages, continuing to make a significant impact in the sport.

Sammy Jo Tracy
Women's Offensive Coach
University of North Carolina 2017
A 2x NCAA Champion and All-American at UNC, Sammy Jo Tracy made her mark as one of the most dominant draw control specialists in program history. A native of Bedford, NY, Tracy helped lead the Tar Heels to their first-ever national title in 2013, scoring the game-winning goal in triple overtime as a freshman. She set UNC records for draw controls in a career (327), single season (145), and single game (14), establishing herself as a true difference-maker between the lines.
An Exclusive Mentorship
This program is designed for a minimum of a 1 year commitment. Currently, capacity is full. Please feel free to join our waitlist and we will follow up with you.
