Book Lessons with Coach Ellison-Charles

I was born and raised in North Carolina and am currently a student at Auburn University pursuing a degree in pre-law with interests in sports communications and business. I am 20 years old and have been playing lacrosse since late middle school. During high school.I am currently training and working toward earning a spot on Auburn’s club lacrosse team. I played Midfield as a lead draw specialist, attack and defense. Outside of school and sports, I enjoy working out and staying active because it helps me stay disciplined mentally and physically.

I help athletes improve both their lacrosse skills and mental approach to the game through online coaching sessions. With years of playing experience, I can help players develop stick skills, shooting technique, game IQ, conditioning, and overall confidence on the field. I also focus heavily on mental coaching by helping athletes build discipline, handle pressure, stay motivated, and develop a stronger mindset both in sports and everyday life. My goal is to help players become more confident, consistent, and prepared every time they compete.

A typical online training session with me focuses on both skill development and mental growth. Sessions usually begin with talking about the athlete’s goals, recent performances, and areas they want to improve. From there, we go over lacrosse-specific training such as stick work, shooting form, footwork, conditioning ideas, game awareness, and position-specific techniques that athletes can practice on their own between sessions.

I also spend time on the mental side of the game by helping athletes build confidence, improve focus, handle pressure during games, and develop stronger discipline and routines both on and off the field. My goal is to create a positive environment where players feel motivated, challenged, and supported while continuing to improve their overall game.

My lacrosse career has been built around consistency, discipline, and leadership both on and off the field. I have been playing lacrosse since late middle school and continued competing throughout high school at a high level. During my high school career, I earned First Team All-Conference honors in my county for three consecutive years and scored over 100 career goal points. I have experience coaching kids from the age of 4-16 throughout my years as working as a lacrosse coach at camps. I was also fortunate enough to receive interest from a nearby division-level program, but I ultimately decided to focus more on my academic goals while continuing to keep lacrosse as an important part of my life in a more balanced way.

One of the biggest influences throughout my lacrosse career was my coach, Coach Julie. She was one of the best coaches I had during all my years of training and competition. She constantly pushed me to improve while also believing in me during difficult moments. Whether we were working on draw controls, improving my stick skills, or helping me transition from midfield into more attack-focused movements and positioning, she always took the time to help me grow as a player. Her support, patience, and knowledge of the game helped build both my confidence and my understanding of lacrosse at a much higher level.

Athletes and parents should know that I truly care about helping players grow both on and off the field. My coaching style focuses not only on improving lacrosse skills, but also on building confidence, discipline, accountability, and a strong mindset. I understand that every athlete develops differently, so I try to create a positive and supportive environment where players feel comfortable learning, asking questions, and pushing themselves to improve.

As someone who has played competitively for years, I know the importance of hard work, communication, and consistency. I bring patience, energy, and personal experience into every session, and I want athletes to leave feeling more confident in their abilities each time we work together. My goal is to help players become stronger mentally and physically while continuing to enjoy the game and grow their passion for it.