Washington, D.C. – University of the
District of Columbia Director of Intercollegiate Athletics,
Patricia Thomas, has announced the hiring of Scott Urick as the
first ever Head Men's Lacrosse Coach. Urick comes to the University
of the District of Columbia after 11 years as an Assistant Coach at
Georgetown University where he helped lead the Hoyas to six NCAA
Tournament Quarterfinal appearances. The Firebirds will compete in
the East Coast Conference beginning in the 2014 season.
Thomas had this to say about the groundbreaking announcement:
"Scott Urick is an outstanding leader for the first men's lacrosse
program at the University of the District of Columbia. His
experiences as a student-athlete, professional athlete, and coach
on the highest levels are exceptional. Scott has the expertise and
work ethic to elevate our program as well as enhance the sport in
the Washington, DC metropolitan area. He is a tremendous person,
and I could not be more pleased to have him join the Firebird
family."
During his time at Georgetown, Urick served as the Offensive
Coordinator and man-up coach. He helped 24 players earn
All-American distinction, including the 2002 Lt. Raymond J. Enners
Award winner for most outstanding player in the country, Steve
Dusseau. Urick mentored 18 different players to All-Big East
accolades and helped 28 different players earn All-ECAC honors
including the 2002, 2004, and 2007 Offensive Players of the
Year.
Under Urick's tutelage, Georgetown qualified for the NCAA
tournament and advanced to the Quarterfinal round from 2002 to
2007. Georgetown finished in the top ten of the final USILA
poll seven times during his tenure and won the ECAC Championship in
2003, 2004, 2006 and 2007. The Hoyas' offense under Urick finished
the season ranked among the top 20 nationally in scoring offense
six times, including three top 10 finishes.
Before his time at Georgetown, Urick spent one season as an
Assistant Coach at Cornell University, helping the Big Red to a
second place finish in the Ivy League.
Scott Urick had this to say about his appointment: "I am extremely
honored and proud to be named the first Head Men's Lacrosse Coach
in University of the District of Columbia history. Under the
guidance of President Allen Sessoms and Athletic Director Patricia
Thomas, the University of the District of Columbia has been working
hard to build the Athletic Department over the past several years.
The results have been very positive as evidenced by the recent
success of several teams, and I look forward to the opportunity to
be a part of the future success of the Firebirds. The location of
the university, the academic programs available, and the vast
improvements underway to the physical campus and athletic
facilities make the University of the District of Columbia a very
attractive place to study and compete as a student-athlete. I am
thrilled with this opportunity, and I cannot wait to get
started."
Urick concluded his playing career as one of the most decorated
lacrosse players in the history of the game, playing nine seasons
of professional lacrosse with the New Jersey Pride (2001-08) and
the Washington Bayhawks (2009) of Major League Lacrosse. A
four-time all-star selection, Urick was named the Most Valuable
Player of the 2002 MLL All-Star Game, and he scored 234 goals in
102 career games.
Urick was a member of the United States national team in 2006,
leading the team with 20 goals en route to the championship game
and the silver medal at the World Lacrosse Championships in
Ontario, Canada.
Urick graduated from Georgetown University as the school's all-time
leading goal scorer with 144 goals, and he is second in school
history for goals in a single season with 47. He was a two-time
All-America selection and was a captain in both his junior and
senior years. Urick recorded 180 career points, the fifth highest
total in school history. He played on four NCAA Tournament teams,
including the 1999 team, which advanced to the NCAA Semifinals. An
All-Tournament selection in 1999, he also represented Georgetown in
the 2000 North/South All-Star game and was the team MVP.
In October, 2011 Urick was inducted into the Potomac Chapter of the
US Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
Urick is the son of coaching legend Dave Urick, and he resides in
Washington, D.C. with his wife Peggy.
Provided by the District of Columbia Sports Information Department.
