About Us
Top Side Lacrosse was founded with the desire to see the game we love reach it’s full potential. In order for it to do so, we have to give the players all the opportunities possible to gain a proficient skill set as well as the means to demonstrate their skills.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to the game and to each of our clients. Our training sessions focus on building a solid skill foundation through effective drills, while our events and leagues throughout the year allow players to show off what they have learned.
TSL understands that in order for the sport to be successful, there first needs to be successful and confident players. We continue to push the boundaries of the game by providing a premier, cohesive, and exclusive service that isn’t offered anywhere else.
Justin Otto - Co-Founder - Justin is a 2005 graduate of Manhattan College in Riverdale. There he obtained his degree in Civil Engineering while playing lacrosse. Justin plays attack and is currently the All-Time Leading goal scorer in MC history and second in points. He received Team MVP honors in 2003 along with 3-Time First Team All-MAAC selection, a Second Team All-MAAC selection, 2-Time All Tournament Team and led the team in scoring and points in three out of his four years. He currently works for Dvirka & Bartilucci Consulting Engineers based out of Long Island and White Plains. He was the Offensive Assistant Coach at MC for the 2005-2006 season as well as the Assistant Coach for Riverdale Country Day in 2008 & 2009. He is the head JV coach at Bronxville H.S. and is currently on the U.S. Indoor Developmental Team and plays with the best indoor players not currently on a professional roster.
Email him at justin@topsidelacrosse.com
Kevin Blake - Co-Founder - Kevin is a 2006 graduate of Manhattan College with a degree in Education. He currently teaches Physical Education in the Bronx at MS 144 Michelangelo Middle School. Kevin was a four year lacrosse player as an attackman at Manhattan and has a great mind for the game. He currently coaches the freshman lacrosse team and hockey team at Scarsdale H.S. He is an excellent instructor and can teach every aspect of the game.
