Develop Athletes Who See the Game Differently.

Purposeful lacrosse training that builds skill, field vision, decision-making, and the confidence to perform when it matters.

20+

Years Coaching Athletes

500+

Athletes Coached

1000+

Training Sessions & Practices Led

100+

Player Evaluations

Long-
Term

Athlete Development

Youth • Club • High School

Coaching Experience

Our Philosophy

Most Athletes Don't Need More Reps. They Need Better Reps.

Improvement doesn’t come from more repetitions alone. It comes from purposeful reps—guided by intentional coaching, meaningful feedback, and better decision-making. At Eagle-Eye, every training session is designed with a purpose: to help athletes see the game more clearly, make better decisions, build confidence, and improve with every rep.

The Four Pillars

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Develop technically sound skills that perform under pressure.

Field Vision

Recognize opportunities sooner and stay one step ahead.

Decision-Making

Process the game faster and make smarter decisions with confidence.

Confidence

Build lasting confidence through preparation and measurable progress.

Every Eagle-Eye training session is built around these four pillars because complete athletes aren't developed by chance—they're developed with purpose.

Clients Love Us

“Coach Friel is the reason our son fell in love with lacrosse. Having never played myself, I never really considered lacrosse for my kids. Coach Friel encouraged him to give it a try and has guided us throughout his journey. He’s challenged him at practice and helped build both his skills and confidence. He now wants to play year-round thanks to Coach Friel care and guidance.”

C.M.

Rec & Club Lacrosse Parent

“Coach Friel has guided our son throughout his four years of playing lacrosse, and we’ve watched him grow tremendously as a competitive athlete. He’s developed his skills and confidence while also learning accountability and what it means to be coachable. Those lessons have carried over into his other sports as well. I attribute a great deal of that growth to the appropriately demanding environment Coach Friel has created and adapted as our son has developed.”

R.M.

Rec & Club Lacrosse Parent

“Coach Friel has coached our son for over four years, and we couldn’t be more pleased with his development. His confidence, skill level, lacrosse IQ, and competitiveness have grown year over year. Coach Friel knows how to challenge his players and get the most out of them. Beyond the on-field growth, he has also shown the boys what it means to be a good teammate and a good young man. You’re in good hands with Coach Friel.”

M.F.

Rec & Club Lacrosse Parent

THE COACH BEHIND EAGLE-EYE

MORE THAN A COACH.
A PARTNER IN EVERY ATHLETE'S SUCCESS.

Coach Friel

Founder, Eagle-Eye Athletics

Great coaching goes beyond teaching skills. Every session is designed to challenge, encourage, and develop athletes into more confident competitors—on and off the field.

DREXEL UNIVERSITY

Captain • First & Second Team All-CAA • CAA All-Tournament Team • North/South All-Star Game
Men’s Lacrosse 75th Anniversary Team • 2000s All-Decade Team • Epstein Lacrosse Award (Team MVP)

RIDLEY HIGH SCHOOL

All-American • Delco Times & Philadelphia Inquirer Player of the Year • Two-Time State Champion & Two-Time State Championship MVP

Purpose-Driven Coaching

Each session has a clear purpose and measurable objective.

Personalized Development

Coaching is tailored to each athlete’s goals, strengths, and stage of development.

Invested in Every Athlete

Progress is built through trust, accountability, and a genuine commitment to each athlete’s success.

OUR COMMITMENT

We'll never promise scholarships, roster spots, or shortcuts.

Every session has a clear purpose and measurable objective.

We focus on building athletes for lasting growth—not quick results.

Coaching is tailored to each athlete’s goals, strengths, and stage of development.

Improvement is measured, communicated, and celebrated over time.

Athletes leave with greater confidence on the field and beyond the game.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP

LET'S BUILD a Plan FOR YOUR ATHLETE.

Tell us about your athlete, and we'll personally recommend the training plan that's the best fit for their goals, experience, and stage of development.

Every inquiry is personally reviewed by Coach Friel. Within one business day, you'll receive a personalized recommendation based on your athlete's age, experience, and goals.

Your information is never shared and is used only to respond to your inquiry.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How is Eagle-Eye Athletics different from traditional lacrosse training?

Eagle-Eye Athletics is built around purposeful athlete development. Every training session is designed to improve skill, field vision, decision-making, confidence, and long-term performance—making every rep intentional and every session count.

How do I know which training program is right for my athlete?

Every athlete begins with a conversation. We'll learn about your athlete's age, experience, goals, and development needs before recommending the training plan that's the best fit.

What ages and experience levels do you work with?

We work with youth and high school athletes who are committed to improving their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game. Whether an athlete is just getting started or preparing for the next level, every training plan is tailored to their stage of development.

How do you measure improvement?

Improvement should be visible—not assumed. We evaluate each athlete through purposeful coaching, direct observation, skill execution, decision-making, competitive habits, and progress toward individualized development goals.

As athletes progress through Eagle-Eye, our Performance Snapshot™ is designed to make that development easier to see—giving families greater clarity into what their athlete is doing well, where opportunities exist, what to focus on next, and how progress is evolving over time.

What should my athlete expect during their first session?

Every first session is an opportunity to understand how your athlete moves, thinks, and performs. We'll identify strengths, development opportunities, and begin building a personalized plan for long-term improvement.

Where do training sessions take place?

Training locations vary based on the program and season. Sessions may be held at indoor facilities, outdoor fields, or partner locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.