Nike Boys Lacrosse Camp at University of San Diego

In February of 1995, Lacrosse Magazine featured a cover of Enea and his Cal classmates with the title "Is Cal the Best in the West?" Enea helped Cal post a 56-5 record during his time in Berkeley.

Enea represented the West Coast in the Division I North vs South Senior All-Star game hosted at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1996, he was drafted into the Major Indoor Lacrosse League, and played professionally for one season before launching his coaching career in 1997. He also played club lacrosse for fifteen years for the Monterey Sharks, Marin and Olympic Club Lacrosse teams.

Enea began his coaching career as an assistant at his high school alma mater, Stevenson School in Pebble Beach, California. He has also been the head coach at Santa Clara University and the University of Oklahoma, along with prep head coaching positions at Santa Catalina, Carmel and Palma High Schools. He also helped found numerous programs to introduce thousands of kids to the sport. Enea has coached and developed over 150 high school and college All-Americans.

Enea founded BraveHeart Lacrosse, a training center for players, coaches and officials. BraveHeart Lacrosse is based on the principles of Honor, Integrity and Passion.

Honors and awards include US Lacrosse High School Coach of the Year in 2013. Lone Star Alliance College Coach of the Year in 2017. Lone Star Alliance Offensive Player of the Year (Matt Hammond ‘17) and Lone Star Alliance Offensive (Eddie Arnold ‘18) and Defensive Players of the Year (Nicholas Johnston ‘18). Coach Enea had over twenty players make the Lone Star Alliance All Conference Teams.

In 2017, Enea was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the University of California at Berkeley. In 2020, Enea was inducted to the Stevenson School Hall of Fame.

Coach Enea lives in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma with his lovely wife Whitney and two children, Sofia (18) and Ritter (10).

Coaching: As an experienced varsity head coach, Coach Solo has led teams to numerous victories at the High School level. His coaching style combines technical expertise, strategic gameplay, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship. He fosters a positive and collaborative environment where athletes thrive and continually improve their skills.

Confidence Coaching: Coach Solo's expertise extends beyond the X's and O's of lacrosse. As a confidence coach, he understands the crucial role mental resilience plays in an athlete's performance. Through personalized coaching sessions, Coach Solo empowers players to build self-belief, overcome challenges, and perform at their best when it matters most. His guidance helps athletes develop a winning mindset both on and off the field.

Master Face-Off Instruction: Coach Solo's specialization lies in face-off instruction, where he is recognized as a master in the field. With an in-depth understanding of the mechanics, techniques, and strategies involved in face-offs, he has trained numerous players to become dominant forces at the X. His expertise covers all aspects, from stance and hand placement to quick reaction time and anticipation, providing athletes with a competitive edge in this critical aspect of the game.

Coaching Philosophy: Coach Solo's coaching philosophy revolves around instilling a love for the game, fostering personal growth, and cultivating a winning mentality. He places a strong emphasis on skill development, tactical awareness, and building strong team chemistry. Through a combination of rigorous training, mental conditioning, and individualized instruction, Coach Solo ensures that his players not only excel on the lacrosse field but also grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.

Coach Solo's dedication to the sport, expertise in face-offs, and commitment to empowering athletes make him a sought-after coach in the lacrosse community. Whether you are a player looking to improve your face-off skills, seeking a confidence boost, or aiming to excel in all aspects of the game, Coach Solo will provide you with the guidance and support you need to reach your highest potential.

• I started playing in middle school with the PQ Tigers. I then went on to play 4 years on varsity for Mt. Carmel High school in San Diego.
• I taught myself how to string when I started playing and have been stringing since. I love to string lacrosse sticks!
• I started coaching for the PQ Tigers my senior year of high school and was there for a few years before going back to Mt. Carmel to help coach the JV and Varsity teams. I helped the Varsity team win their first CIF championship.
• I also coached my 7th-8th grade A Tigers team to a championship in 2019.
• Currently, I play Box Goalie and love it!

Coach Reed has acquired more than 16 years of Lacrosse experience Playing and Coaching. He is a Wizard with the long pole and a defensive specialist. Reed has coached the US Sports Nike Lacrosse Camps for the past 7 years. He loves the game and loves continuing to spread his knowledge to the younger generations.

He began his coaching career at his alma mater, San Diego High School, where he started as a varsity D Pole. Coach Frankie has since moved on to coach alongside Coach Johnathan Adlam as a defensive coordinator at Canyon Hills High School, where they finished their season as co-league champions. He also spends time training student-athletes in one-on-one and small group sessions.

Coach Frankie highlights the 'why' behind each fundamental skill and movement in the game in order to build muscle memory and Lacrosse IQ. He looks forward to another year with Nike Lacrosse at USD.

Fia completed her high school career at the Santa Catalina School in Monterey, CA. A four year starter on Varsity, Fia was a two time all conference midfielder, who also took the draw. In one game Fia scored 10 goals. She ended her career with 115 Points and 172 Ground Balls. She was solo captain her senior year, where she also lettered in volleyball and basketball. Fia will continue to play lacrosse for coach Paul Ramsey at Santa Barbara City College this fall. Nike Lacrosse Camps is thrilled to have Fia on staff!