Richmond Athletics has extended the contract of men's lacrosse head coach Dan Chemotti, securing his leadership of the program. Under Chemotti, the Spiders have become a premier lacrosse team, achieving significant success, including seven NCAA Tournament appearances. The 2026 season saw the Spiders win the Atlantic 10's regular season and tournament championships, achieving their first-ever No. 1 national ranking. Chemotti believes the team’s progress is a collective effort, focusing on developing leaders both on and off the field.

By the Numbers
  • 132-68 overall record during Chemotti's tenure, with a 60-12 conference record.
  • 12 consecutive years reaching the conference tournament championship game, the longest streak in the nation.
  • Richmond finished second in national cumulative attendance (28,740) and sixth in average attendance (2,613) this season.
  • Largest crowd for a first-round NCAA Tournament game in history at Robins Stadium: 6,805.
State of Play
  • Chemotti has led the Richmond men's lacrosse program since its inception in 2012.
  • The team's recent achievements include back-to-back championships and historical national rankings.
  • Continued community support is evident through record attendance at games and increased engagement with alumni.
What's Next

With Chemotti at the helm, the expectations for continued success are high, including further NCAA Tournament appearances and sustained development of player character. The program aims to build on its recent achievements and maintain its national prominence. There may be ongoing recruitment efforts to enhance the team's competitiveness in future seasons.

Bottom Line

The contract extension for Dan Chemotti signifies Richmond's commitment to maintaining excellence in men's lacrosse. His leadership not only focuses on competitive success but also on building character and leadership among players. As the program looks to the future, the foundations established under Chemotti are likely to propel Richmond's lacrosse legacy forward.