Blaxers Blog: Rashad Devoe Seeks to Groom Agents of Change
Fri Jan 8 2021 | Brian Simpkins | College
US Lacrosse Magazine has partnered with Blaxers Blog to produce a series of stories that illuminate the minority lacrosse experience and promote the accomplishments of those individuals who have defied stereotypes to succeed in the sport.
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Amherst men’s lacrosse experienced its lowest point in the spring of 2020 after a series of team-involved incidents came to light. Leadership changes ensued and a 2021 postseason probation was levied.
Since May, when Rashad Devoe was hired to be the program’s next coach, he’s worked to redevelop the program’s culture. During the summer, a time when the country was grappling with the pandemic while simultaneously having conversations on social justice, Devoe has made moves to ensure Amherst’s commitment to being agents of change.
Photo courtesy of Bates Lacrosse)
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