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Hobart and William Smith Colleges (NY)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course

Bobby D.
Lacrosse
Face off experience at the Division 1 and professional level looking to share my knowledge of the game to those willing to work hard and put in the time to get better. View all coaching experience
This coach is unavailable to take clients at this time.
Training Locations
Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Midfield
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Faceoffs, Fast Breaks, Ground Balls
Credentials
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Hobart and William Smith Colleges (NY)
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10 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Midfield
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Faceoffs, Fast Breaks, Ground Balls
More About Coach Bobby
Coached numerous clinics working with all ages from youth to college level athletes up and down the eastern and western coast of the continental US.
Currently studying to obtain my Strength and Conditioning Certification (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Currently CPR and AED certified by the American Heart Association.
Professional Career
Drafted to the Major League Lacrosse , 2012 (Rochester Rattlers)
Finished 3rd in face off percentage during 2014 MLL season (Ohio Machine)
Collegiate Career
Division 1 Collegiate All-American
Hobart College 3 time MVP
Holds Career ground ball and face off win percentage record
Personal Bio
Currently retired from the MLL and enrolled in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at MCPHS in Worcester, MA.
A large portion of my session focuses on the technical aspect of facing off. Each aspect of the face off is broken down into individual parts and is eventually built back up. This aides the athlete in gaining a complete understanding of the movement dynamic, allowing them to execute the face off in the most efficient and effective way possible. Each session becomes more complex to facilitate the athletes progression, working up to game situations where the athlete learns to make the necessary split second decisions. The goal of these sessions is to develop athletes into multidimensional face off men that can compete at a high level.
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Client Reviews
Sean Penna (Testimonial)
I have been working with Coach Dattilo for a year now and my face off game has definitely improved. He has helped me with all the fundamental techniques at getting better as well as improving my hand speed. Working with Coach Dattilo allows you to ask questions to a professional lacrosse player and get answers you wouldn't find anywhere else about face off strategies and techniques. I definitely recommend working with Coach Dattilo if you want to improve your face off technique.
John Merrigan (Testimonial)
When I first was going to be working with Bobby, I was a little intimidated. Once I got there though, I was quickly relieved. He's an extremely likable guy and superb teacher. Early in my career I was having success based on speed alone, but know I find that as I go into higher levels of lacrosse, my technique is as important if not more important than my hand speed. Bobby has taught me proper technique and all of the nuances of the face off that I would never have been aware of had I not worked with him. I certainly would not have been able to play at the level that I do had II not worked with Bobby.
Kevin Lyskawa (Testimonial)
I started training with Bobby towards the middle of the summer, and instantly I saw improvement. My first time going, I was shown many new drills, ones that no other coach would know. Bobby is able to analyze some of the most trivial mistakes, and is very good at helping you adjust. Overall, Bobby offers everything a faceoff man needs and will help you prepare and train for the elite level of play.
Alex Umanski (Testimonial)
Outstanding, hands on coaching through out each training session. This was particularly helpful for my young son of 10 years old. Thanks to Bobby's thorough and knowledgeable coaching techniques Owen has become a leading faceoff specialist for his age group! Thank you Bobby see you soon!
Marc Laliberte (Testimonial)
Nathan has been extremely fortunate to have you as his coach. You have made him one of the best at his age in face-offs. He can not thank you enough. Not only have you been an incredible teacher but most importantly an incredible roll model. There are not enough coaches out there today who are as passionate as you are about the sport and about teaching that hard work does pay off. I really hope that Nathan and others have this opportunity to continue with you for years to come. Thank you again for everything you do for Nathan. Very much appreciated! Look forward to seeing you soon.
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