Lamoille Union High School Athletics
Fall 2026 Athletic Department Bulletin
Welcome, Lancers!
The Fall 2026 athletic season is quickly approaching. Please review and share the information below with any student-athlete planning to participate in a fall sport.
General Information
- Student-athletes should arrive 15 minutes before scheduled practice times.
- Bring:
- Appropriate athletic footwear
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Water and snacks
- Coaches will provide additional scheduling and calendar information during the summer and the first days of practice.
- VPA regulations require 10 practices before playing in an interscholastic contest.
Mandatory Fall Athletics Meeting
Date: Monday, August 10, 2026
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
Location: Lamoille Union Theater
All student-athletes participating in a fall sport must attend with a parent or guardian.
Please enter through the exterior theater doors.
For questions, contact:
Tim Messier, Athletic Director
tmessier@lnsd.org
802-851-1333
Fall Sports Information
Football (BFA Fairfax/Lamoille)
Grades: 9–12
Head Coach: Craig Sleeman
coachsleeman62@gmail.com
802-922-7646
First Practice
Monday, August 10
4:30–7:30 PM
Practices will generally run:
- Monday–Friday: 4:30–7:30 PM
- Saturdays may be used as makeup or rain days.
Important: Prospective players should contact Coach Sleeman as soon as possible regarding:
- Summer workouts
- Equipment handout
- Registration
- Preseason information
Football players and their parents/caregivers do not need to attend LU Orientation.
Girls Soccer
Grades: 9–12
Varsity Coach: Jeff Robinson
jrobinson@lnsd.org
Assistant Coach: Ryley Cota
rcota@lnsd.org
JV Coach: Evan Slayton
eslayton@lnsd.org
Preseason Schedule
- August 11 – Field Prep (6:00 PM)
- August 13 – Practice (6:30–9:00 AM)
- August 14 – Practice (6:30–9:00 AM)
- August 15 – Practice (6:30–9:00 AM)
Boys Soccer
Grades: 9–12
Varsity Coach: Angie Faraci
Angeline.faraci@lamoillesouth.org
802-371-7870
Assistant Coach: Bri Stadler
brianastadler3@gmail.com
JV Coach: Wayne Demers
wayne.t.demers2.mil@army.mil
603-991-7747
All training sessions will take place at the LU Upper Fields unless otherwise noted.
Preseason Schedule
- August 11 – Field Prep (6:00 PM)
- August 13 – Practice (8:00–11:00 AM)
- August 14 – Practice (8:00–11:00 AM)
- August 15–16 – No Practice (Rest Days)
SportsYou App
The full athletic calendar and details for each program can be accessed by downloading the SportsYou App from your device’s app store.
Parents and players should download the app and register to receive schedules and updates.
Additional information will be shared at the Fall Athletics Meeting on August 10.
Summer Soccer Opportunities
All LUHS soccer players are encouraged to join summer training opportunities starting July 7 and continuing through July.
Pick-Up Soccer
- Tuesdays & Thursdays
- 6:00–7:30 PM
- Railroad Street Park, Johnson
Fitness Series
- Wednesdays
- 6:00–7:00 PM
These sessions are designed to:
- Build fitness
- Sharpen skills
- Stay active
- Connect with teammates before the season.
Updates and schedule changes will be on the SportsYou App.
Cross Country
Grades: 9–12
Coach: Jeff Beal
jbeal@lnsd.org
First Practice
Monday, August 17
6:45–8:30 AM
Additional practices:
- August 19
- August 20
- August 21
- August 22
All scheduled for 6:45–8:30 AM.
Optional practice opportunities may also be offered.
Meet at the Blue-Roofed Building before practice.
Golf
Grades: 9–12 (Boys & Girls)
Coach: Mike Sibenaller
msibenaller@gmtcc.net
802-528-6424
Preseason Schedule
August 13
- Full Team Practice: 4:00–6:00 PM
August 14
- A Team: 3:30–5:30 PM
- B Team: 4:30–6:00 PM
August 15
- A Team: 3:30–5:30 PM
- B Team: 4:00–6:00 PM
August 16
- No Practice
August 17–22
- Schedule TBD
Summer Golf Opportunities
Coach Sibenaller will host two informal practices at Ryder Brook during July:
July 13
- Full Team Practice & Meeting
- 4:00–6:00 PM
July 16
- Full Team Practice
- 4:00–6:00 PM
Participation is optional but strongly encouraged. These sessions help players:
- Prepare for the season.
- Assess readiness for Team A or Team B.
- Learn more about the program.
We encourage new golfers to attend.
Contact Coach Sibenaller with any golf-related questions.
Bass Fishing
Grades: 9–12 (Boys & Girls)
Because of the unique nature of this VPA sport, Athletic Director Tim Messier will hold an informational Bass Fishing meeting immediately following the Fall Sports Meeting on August 10.
Topics will include:
- Participation requirements
- Sport guidelines
- Competition schedule
- Equipment and logistics
Interested student-athletes and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend.