Ryan MacDonald

Coach MacDonald has a long history with the Colorado State Rams from 2005 – Present. He was a lethal offensive midfielder during his playing days and demanded the attention of opposing teams’ best defenders. Coach MacDonald was a natural leader who brought determination, passion, and an incredible amount of heart to the field. His combination of skill and leadership helped the Rams win the 2006 MCLA National Championship. Individually, as a Senior Captain in 08’, he was recognized as a Team Offensive MVP, RMLC 1st Team Midfielder, and was named to the MCLA’s All-America 2nd Team. He was inducted into the Class of 2019 Hall of Fame at Smoky Hill High School for his work on the field, as well as, his work off the field after graduation. In the offseason, he coaches all ages ranging from youth to the high school level for Team 91 Northside, as well as, the 2026 Team 91 Nationals Team. As a coach, leading by example, Coach MacDonald believes that hard work is requisite to greatness and that nothing worth having comes without a strong work ethic, both physically and mentally. He will hold you accountable, and push you to your limits to ensure that you become the greatest version of yourself. Coach MacDonald holds the idea of “Family” at a premium and believes that strong team culture is just as important as physical ability. He loves this game and puts his heart and soul into it every day. Coach MacDonald will do everything in his power to provide the tools and guide every athlete to become a great student-athlete and lacrosse player.