CoachClass of 2020

Rory Whipple

University of Tampa • NCAA

All-time winningest college coach approaching 400 wins, inaugural head coach at the University of Tampa.

Biography

A mainstay in NCAA college coaching including the last 15 years in Florida, Rory Whipple is one of the all-time winningest college coaches — approaching 400 wins — and is recognized for starting up multiple NCAA programs and turning them into winning teams. He has won multiple conference championships and placed his college teams into NCAA post-season playoffs many times.

Career Highlights

Approaching 400 career college wins
131-38 record at the University of Tampa
Multiple NCAA postseason appearances

Awards & Accomplishments

National Junior College Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Cortland State Hall of Fame

Contribution to Florida Lacrosse

A senior coaching leader of college lacrosse nationally, instrumental in launching and elevating multiple NCAA programs.