New Lacrosse Coach Takes Helm At Caldwell University

CALDWELL, NJ — A new head men's lacrosse coach and athletics administrator has been named at Caldwell University.

Dominic Scorcia – who served as assistant coach at his alma mater, Mercy University, for two years and at Carey High School on Long Island last year – will take the helm as the program's fourth head coach.

According to a news release from the university, Scorcia is one of Mercy's “most decorated players ever,” ranking first on the school's career goals (159) list and second in points (261). He holds the school marks for goals (nine) and points (14) in a game, and was named captain in 2022, when the Mavericks were the national NCAA Division II runners up. The four-time All-East Conference selection helped lead Mercy to three ECC titles, appearing in and starting all 69 Mavs games (58-11) over five seasons.

As a coach, Scorcia assisted in all aspects of the Mercy program, which won back-to-back ECC Championships – earning NCAA Tournament berths in 2023 and 2024. This past year, he assisted at his alma mater Carey High School in Franklin Square, New York, where he currently resides.

Caldwell will begin its seventh season of men's lacrosse competition in 2025-26.

“I can't wait to get started on this new chapter in my coaching career and my first head coaching position at Caldwell,” Scorcia said.

“I look forward to working with the returning student-athletes and attracting others as we grow a program together,” Scorcia added.

Assistant Vice President/Director of Athletics Mark Corino welcomed Scorcia to his new position.

“We feel that the combination of his knowledge of the area lacrosse scene, demonstrated ability on the field and the sideline, and enthusiasm for the sport will make him a great fit here,” Corino said.

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