BOSTON(Mar. 30, 2017)- The United Women’s Lacrosse League (UWLX) has announced the hiring of Hall of Fame lacrosse coach Carol Rainson-Rose as the newest General Manager of the Defending UWLX Champion Long Island Sound.

Ms. Rainson-Rose currently serves as CEO of the LI Elite in addition to her duties as head coach of the Northport Girls Varsity team. As coach she has helped develop over 60 High School All Americans and produced over 85 NCAA Division I athletes. Ms. Rainson-Rose is also a member of the US Lacrosse Legends Club, Manhasset Lacrosse Hall of Fame, Long Island Metropolitan Lacrosse Hall of Fame, Manhasset Sports Hall of Fame, and the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame.  

“As one of the pioneers of women's lacrosse we are delighted to have Coach Rose be a part of the UWLX,” said Digit Murphy, UWLX co-founder and CEO. “Her stellar record of success at the club record and helping grow opportunities for girls is in line with our mission. We welcome her experience and wealth of knowledge to help us to continue to grow our young league”.

Ms. Rainson-Rose brings a wealth of coaching experience and knowledge to the Long Island Sound as they enter the second year of competition with the UWLX. The new season will kick-off on Saturday May 27th with the Sound taking on the Baltimore Ride during the 2017 NCAA Final Four weekend.

Visit www.unitedwlax.com for more information and to buy your tickets.