The St. James Expands Lacrosse Leadership with Spencer Ford

Former pro and championship exec to lead teams, leagues, and player development for boys and girls.

SPRINGFIELD, Va., Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The St. James announced the expanded role of Spencer Ford as Director of Lacrosse, where he will lead a new era of lacrosse for boys and girls across coaching, player development, teams, leagues, events, and The St. James Performance Academy. Enrollment is now open for programs and leagues launching under his direction.

Ford brings nearly two decades of experience as a professional player, coach, and executive. Alongside his leadership with the Carolina Chaos of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), he previously guided the Chesapeake Bayhawks to three MLL championships and was a three-time MLL All-Star and All-Pro attackman.

"Spencer Ford's career is defined by excellence, both on the field and in the front office," said Elyse Graziano, Chief Sports Officer at The St. James. "With his expanded leadership role, we are strengthening a comprehensive lacrosse program that will serve boys and girls of all ages and provide direct pathways to collegiate and professional levels."

As Director of Lacrosse, Ford will now oversee all boys' and girls' programming at The St. James, which includes:

• Elite Coaching & Development: Instruction for all positions, including private and group training as well as learn-to-play programs and The St. James Performance Academy.
• Competitive Teams & Leagues: Opportunities for athletes to compete at the grassroots, development, club, and scholastic levels.
• Events & Showcases: Camps, tournaments, and showcases designed to give players exposure to college recruiters and professional pathways.

"These initiatives are about creating a foundation where young athletes can thrive," said Ford. "We're building an environment that challenges players, develops their skills, and opens doors to the next level of competition."

Enrollment is now open for upcoming lacrosse offerings, including 40/40 Box, the PLL Development League and The St. James Winter League, along with year-round programs, leagues, and training. Families can learn more and register today at https://thestjameslacrosse.com/

About The St. James

The St. James Teams give elite athletes year-round training, professional coaching, and competition across multiple sports. With access to state-of-the-art facilities—including performance centers, full-size fields, and recovery spaces—athletes train in an environment built for high-level development. Expert-led programs focus on skill refinement, strength and conditioning, and competitive readiness, preparing players for collegiate athletics, professional careers, and long-term success. For more information, visit https://thestjames.com and follow on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @thestjames.

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