Eastern Michigan Athletics
Lacrosse Announces Hiring of Allison Lane as Assistant Coach
6/14/2021 8:59:00 AM | Lacrosse
Lane recently spent four seasons on Central Michigan University's coaching staff
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – Eastern Michigan University Lacrosse Head Coach Alicia Groveston Jackson announced the hiring of Allison Lane as Assistant Lacrosse Coach, today, June 14.
"We are so excited to have someone of Allison's caliber join our staff," said Jackson. "She has a wealth of experience, both as a player on and coach for a new team, as well as competing in the MAC. Her knowledge of the lacrosse landscape will be an invaluable asset to our program. She was a catalyst for Marquette success and I know she will be one for us here at EMU!"
Prior to her arrival in Ypsilanti, Lane served as a Graduate Assistant Coach (2018-20) and Volunteer Assistant Coach (2020-2021) at Central Michigan University under Head Coach Sara Tisdale. As a member of the Chippewas' coaching staff, she assisted with the offense and draw-takers.
In the spring 2021 season, Lane helped guide the Chippewas to a 9-6 overall record with a 7-2 mark in Mid-American Conference play. CMU finished the season on a high note, winning five of its last six games, including a 17-4 defeat over Youngstown State, March 19.
The Chips' offense was strong all season as they bested their opponents in goals (202-161), assists (68-50), shots (464-399), shot percentage (.435-.404), shots on goal (333-299), and shots per game (30.9-26.6). The team also took advantage of its free position opportunities, converting on 53-of-108 (.491) attempts. Additionally, the Maroon and Gold outdrew the opposition (200-193) and scooped up more ground balls (305-285).
Furthermore, Central's Natalie Karlen wrapped up her season ranking sixth in the nation in points per game (6.0), eighth in goals per game (4.27), 11th in total goals (64), and 15th in shots on goal per game (6.13).
Lane helped lead the Chippewas to a 2-3 finish in the abbreviated 2020 season. Though the campaign lasted just three weeks, four Chippewas earned individual weekly honors from the Southern Conference. Karlen and Jessica Schuchardt each picked up the league's Offensive Player of the Week Award, while Brianna Hart and Hope Murray were both honored as the conference's Defensive Player of the Week.
In 2019, Lane assisted a program that saw senior Jocelyne Lemay earn the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Year Award as CMU set program records for goals (232), points (330), shots (517), shots on goal (397), draw controls (241), and saves (202).
Before coming onto the scene in Mount Pleasant, Mich., Lane received her bachelor's degree in Communications at Marquette University. On the field, she was a four-year letterwinner and two-time captain as a standout midfielder for the Golden Eagles. During her time in Milwaukee, she was named to the All-Big East First Team twice (2016, 2018), All-Big East Second Team once (2017), and Big East All-Academic team three times (2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18).
As a senior, Lane recorded career-highs in goals (39), assists (14), points (53), ground balls (47), draw controls (82), and caused turnovers (25). Her 47 ground balls remains the most in a single season in program history at Marquette. She concluded her senior campaign at the 2018 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Senior All-Star Game where she was selected to the North team.
"I am so excited to join the Eastern Michigan University athletics department," said Lane. "I am hoping to use my past experience with new programs to help Eastern Michigan University's first recruiting class succeed and build a foundation for the future classes, both on and off the field. I look forward to working with Coach Jackson and am incredibly honored she has confidence in my ability to educate and mentor student-athletes. Go Eagles!"
For updates on all things lacrosse, continue to check EMUEagles.com or follow the team on Instagram, @EMU_Lacrosse, and Twitter, @EMU_Lacrosse.
"We are so excited to have someone of Allison's caliber join our staff," said Jackson. "She has a wealth of experience, both as a player on and coach for a new team, as well as competing in the MAC. Her knowledge of the lacrosse landscape will be an invaluable asset to our program. She was a catalyst for Marquette success and I know she will be one for us here at EMU!"
Prior to her arrival in Ypsilanti, Lane served as a Graduate Assistant Coach (2018-20) and Volunteer Assistant Coach (2020-2021) at Central Michigan University under Head Coach Sara Tisdale. As a member of the Chippewas' coaching staff, she assisted with the offense and draw-takers.
In the spring 2021 season, Lane helped guide the Chippewas to a 9-6 overall record with a 7-2 mark in Mid-American Conference play. CMU finished the season on a high note, winning five of its last six games, including a 17-4 defeat over Youngstown State, March 19.
The Chips' offense was strong all season as they bested their opponents in goals (202-161), assists (68-50), shots (464-399), shot percentage (.435-.404), shots on goal (333-299), and shots per game (30.9-26.6). The team also took advantage of its free position opportunities, converting on 53-of-108 (.491) attempts. Additionally, the Maroon and Gold outdrew the opposition (200-193) and scooped up more ground balls (305-285).
Furthermore, Central's Natalie Karlen wrapped up her season ranking sixth in the nation in points per game (6.0), eighth in goals per game (4.27), 11th in total goals (64), and 15th in shots on goal per game (6.13).
Lane helped lead the Chippewas to a 2-3 finish in the abbreviated 2020 season. Though the campaign lasted just three weeks, four Chippewas earned individual weekly honors from the Southern Conference. Karlen and Jessica Schuchardt each picked up the league's Offensive Player of the Week Award, while Brianna Hart and Hope Murray were both honored as the conference's Defensive Player of the Week.
In 2019, Lane assisted a program that saw senior Jocelyne Lemay earn the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Year Award as CMU set program records for goals (232), points (330), shots (517), shots on goal (397), draw controls (241), and saves (202).
Before coming onto the scene in Mount Pleasant, Mich., Lane received her bachelor's degree in Communications at Marquette University. On the field, she was a four-year letterwinner and two-time captain as a standout midfielder for the Golden Eagles. During her time in Milwaukee, she was named to the All-Big East First Team twice (2016, 2018), All-Big East Second Team once (2017), and Big East All-Academic team three times (2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18).
As a senior, Lane recorded career-highs in goals (39), assists (14), points (53), ground balls (47), draw controls (82), and caused turnovers (25). Her 47 ground balls remains the most in a single season in program history at Marquette. She concluded her senior campaign at the 2018 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Senior All-Star Game where she was selected to the North team.
"I am so excited to join the Eastern Michigan University athletics department," said Lane. "I am hoping to use my past experience with new programs to help Eastern Michigan University's first recruiting class succeed and build a foundation for the future classes, both on and off the field. I look forward to working with Coach Jackson and am incredibly honored she has confidence in my ability to educate and mentor student-athletes. Go Eagles!"
For updates on all things lacrosse, continue to check EMUEagles.com or follow the team on Instagram, @EMU_Lacrosse, and Twitter, @EMU_Lacrosse.
The Allison Lane File
Name: Allison Marie Lane
Hometown: Asbury, N.J.
College: Marquette University – Bachelor's Degree of Arts in Communications (2018)
Central Michigan University – Master of Science in Administration, Concentration in Leadership (2020)
Hometown: Asbury, N.J.
College: Marquette University – Bachelor's Degree of Arts in Communications (2018)
Central Michigan University – Master of Science in Administration, Concentration in Leadership (2020)
Professional Experience
Year School/Company Position
2020-21 Central Michigan University Volunteer Assistant Coach
2018-20 Central Michigan University Graduate Assistant Coach
2015-2018 Marquette University Student-Athlete
"Allison has been an incredible asset to CMU program and is a great fit for Eastern! She is familiar with the MAC landscape and recruiting players to the Midwest. Allison prioritizes the development of the whole student -athlete. As players begin to arrive on campus she will be an invaluable resource on the field, establishing a strong foundation of leadership, and to their academic success." - Sara Tisdale, Central Michigan Head Coach
"Allison will be a great addition to the new program at Eastern Michigan. She played on the early team at MU and as a player she put Marquette on the map. Now as a coach, her influence will really help EMU get national recognition! Allison and Alicia together are a very dynamic duo!" - Meredith Black, Marquette Head Coach
2020-21 Central Michigan University Volunteer Assistant Coach
2018-20 Central Michigan University Graduate Assistant Coach
2015-2018 Marquette University Student-Athlete
What They're Saying About Allison Lane...
"Allison has been an incredible asset to CMU program and is a great fit for Eastern! She is familiar with the MAC landscape and recruiting players to the Midwest. Allison prioritizes the development of the whole student -athlete. As players begin to arrive on campus she will be an invaluable resource on the field, establishing a strong foundation of leadership, and to their academic success." - Sara Tisdale, Central Michigan Head Coach
"Allison will be a great addition to the new program at Eastern Michigan. She played on the early team at MU and as a player she put Marquette on the map. Now as a coach, her influence will really help EMU get national recognition! Allison and Alicia together are a very dynamic duo!" - Meredith Black, Marquette Head Coach
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