Tempest Lacrosse

GIRL OVER GAME

Tempest Lacrosse was founded in 2019 to provide top-tier lacrosse training and elite travel team opportunities for girls in Ohio. As a women-owned and women-operated program, our mission is simple - give back to the game. We do this by investing in each athlete to help them reach their full potential on and off the lacrosse field.

Tempest Lacrosse aims to teach, mentor and coach our athletes as they develop throughout our program. We recognize that each athlete is different and focus on tailoring our coaching methods to each athlete's individual needs.

We strive to develop lacrosse players that show the dedication, focus and drive to improve their game for higher level of pay. While we are committed to providing the coaching and curriculum that will help our athletes and teams continue to develop, our focus of girl over game remains. This philosophy centers our approach and keeps our focus on developing strong, empowered young women throughout our program, giving our athletes life skills that will stay with them through the next chapters of their lives.

Meet the Founders

Maggie Pope

Maggie grew up playing lacrosse in the hotbed of the sport - Baltimore, Maryland. An Ellicott City native, Maggie played at Centennial High School and went on to have a standout career at Philadelphia University (D2). She has a Bachelor's degree in Interior Design and a Master's degree in Public Health.

Maggie has coached lacrosse at different levels for multiple years. In addition to club, she also coached the Under Armor National Midwest All-American team from 2015-2017 and in 2021.

When she is not coaching lacrosse, Maggie directs Real Estate & Property Management for a local healthcare system. She lives in Westerville with her husband Chris, children Evelyn & Archie, and two dogs Beckett & Bella.

Kaela Springhetti

Kaela is a product of Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Bishop Hartley High School. She attended the University of Mount Union and became a member of the inaugural team. Kaela helped lead Mount Union to three conference championships and three NCAA appearances.

Kaela was the Assistant Coach at Capital University from 2021-2023 and currently is the Head Coach at New Albany High School.

She lives in Canal Winchester with her husband Blake and dog Birdie.

Megan Oracewski

Megan is a Long Island native, graduating from Massapequa High School where she helped lead her team to three Nassau County Championships. Megan continued her athletic adventure at LIU Post (formerly CW Post) where she helped the team to three ECC Championships and tow D2 National Championships.

Megan has a Bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education and has a Master's degree in Sports Management and Athletic Administration.

Megan began coaching at the high school level in 2014 and has coached at the club level since 2010.

Megan currently teaches Health & Physical Education at Olentangy Liberty Middle School. She lives in Delaware with her wife Ashley and her dogs Albie & Rosie.

Team Tempest Coaches

Elaina Smith

A Tempest alumni Coach Elaina currently plays for The University of Findlay as a Defender, and attended Olentangy Berlin high school. Elaina operates as a defensive coach for Tempest and is in her 2nd year currently coaching the 30/31 team.

"My goal as a coach is to empower young confident women on and off the field. These are the practices, games, and moments that will create the foundations for a lifetime. These are the moments that create your'e why, find it, own it and earn it everyday."

Reagan Richeson

Reagan currently plays at Slippery Rock University as an attacker, and attended Olentangy Braves high school. Reagan is a 2nd year coach at Tempest Lacrosse and operates as an offensive coach for 28/29's and 30/31's.

"I hope to aid and foster a love for the game, in order to guide athletes toward personal and team success. Both in lacrosse and in their personal life. Lacrosse has been a staple in my life and has molded me into the women I am today I only hope to offer the same opportunity to other young women"

Alison O'Hanian

Coach Ali is in her inaugural season with Tempest Lacrosse whom is working with all program goalies. Ali plays for Walsh University as a goalie, and attended Olentangy Berlin high school.

"I want them to have fun while they're playing, and enjoy every second of it. I want players to learn to control what you control and put your best effort forth."

Audrey Smith

Coach Audrey is a 3rd year coach with Tempest lacrosse, currently playing at Furman University as an Attacker and Midfielder and attended IMG Academy. Coach Audrey operates currently as an offensive coach for the 30/31's.

"I coach lacrosse the way it should be played. Through a combination of game IQ, creativity, and love of the game my goal is to inspire and encourage players to reach there full potential"

Libby Cuckler

Coach Libby is in her 2nd year with Tempest lacrosse as an offensive coach for the 28/29's. Libby attends University of Detroit Mercy as an attacker, whom attended Olentangy Berlin.

"My goal is to give back to the sport that has done so much for me. Playing lacrosse growing up has taught me a lot and I want the same for all the girls I coach. Lacrosse is more than a sport, and I want girls to understand that."

Carmen Lacey

Coach carmen is in her first year with Tempest lacrosse, working with all goalies in the program. Carmen attended Saint Francis DeSales and played as a goalie.

" I want my players to never give up, no matter how big the obstacle. As a goalie I understand the challenges mentally and physically that they will face, it is my job to guide them through it."

Hunter Hutchings

Coach Hunter is in her first year coaching for Tempest lacrosse, working with the 28/29's. Coach Hunter currently coaches for New Albany high school as a Varsity assistant coach.

"My coaching philosophy is to coach and support the whole athlete. I strive to coach athletes to develop their game with skill, confidence, and coach-ability with emphasis on always becoming a better version of themselves on and off the field."

Gemma Sciarroni

Coach Gemma is in her second year coaching for Tempest lacrosse, currently working with the Rise division. Gemma attended Saint Francis DeSales and plays at Slippery Rock University as a Defender.

"My coaching philosophy is to help young girls overcome challenges, while supporting their teammates around them. I prioritize showing them girl over game."

Bella Carfagna

Coach Bella is in her first year at Tempest working with the Rise division. Bella attended Saint Francis DeSales graduating with a State Championship title for the 2024 class.

"My goal as a coach is to provide a healthy training environment for the girls, and for them to feel supported in playing the game they love."

Sophie Zimmerman

Coach Sophie is in her third year coaching for Tempest Lacrosse. Sophie currently is an Assistant Coach at Pickerington High School North.

Lexi Stuck

Lexi is currently in her second year at Tempest Lacrosse and works with our high school teams. She also coaches at New Albany High School.

Abby Black

Abby is currently in her first year at Tempest and works with our Elite Team goalies. Abby attended Upper Arlington High School and will be attending Marquette University in the Fall.

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