SPARKS, Md. — Stony Brook men's lacrosse head coach Anthony Gilardi was named to the coaching staff for the 2024 U.S. Men's U20 National Team that will represent the United States at the world championship next summer in Seogwipo, South Korea. Gilardi will serve as an assistant coach on Shawn Nadelen's staff along with Connor Buczek and Ryan McClay.

"There is no higher honor than representing your country," Gilardi said. "I am really looking forward to the opportunity to wear the red, white and blue with a great coaching staff. We are looking forward to coaching a great group of young men in South Korea next summer."

Formerly a member of Nadelen's staff at Towson, Gilardi wrapped up his fifth season as head coach of the Stony Brook men's lacrosse program in 2024. He guided the Seawolves to the CAA Championship Game in 2023, the squad's inaugural season as a member of the league.

Under Gilardi's tutelage, 22 student-athletes have garnered all-conference recognition over the past four seasons. He was also pivotal in helping Dylan Pallonetti become the first student-athlete in America East history to win both Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year honors in the same season back in 2021.

Before Stony Brook, Gilardi spent eight seasons at Towson under Nadelen. He helped guide the Tigers to five CAA championships and NCAA Tournament appearances, as well as a 2017 Final Four berth. In 2019, the team made program history, earning a No. 1 ranking in the national polls for the first time. In his role, Gilardi masterminded Towson's attack as the offensive coordinator.

Gilardi previously served as an assistant coach at the United States Naval Academy, Ohio State and Denison. He helped Navy and Ohio State reach the NCAA Tournament during his time as an assistant. Gilardi played collegiately at Ohio State from 2000 through 2004. He was a three-year starter, a two-time All-GWLL selection and a team captain his senior season. Following graduation, he signed a free-agent contract with the Long Island Lizards of Major League Lacrosse and began his coaching career as a volunteer assistant coach with the Buckeyes.

The 2025 U.S. Men's U20 National Team begins its on-field activities with a three-day tryout from June 28-30 at USA Lacrosse headquarters. The team will have additional training camps leading up to the world championship in Korea from July 18-27, 2025.

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