STAFF
WYATT SCHAFER
Founder/Director
Wyatt Schafer is a Tri-Cities native who has been involved in the local lacrosse community as both a player and coach since 2012. As a player, Wyatt competed for Southridge High School, Rhino Lacrosse Club, and Maniax Lacrosse Club before being recruited to play close defense at NCAA Division II Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Wyatt currently serves as the Varsity Head Coach at Kamiakin High School and previously coached multiple age groups with EWA Rattlers Lacrosse Club. Through Sagebrush Lacrosse, he trains athletes across a wide range of ages and skill levels, including USA Lacrosse All-Americans and players pursuing opportunities at the collegiate level. Beyond coaching and player development, Wyatt serves on the Washington High School Boys Lacrosse Association (WHSBLA) Board and helps train and develop lacrosse officials.
Wyatt’s work with Sagebrush extends beyond individual athlete development. He is committed to strengthening the overall lacrosse community in the Tri-Cities by creating more opportunities to play, improving access to high-level training, supporting coaches and officials, and helping build a stronger foundation for the continued growth of the sport throughout the region.
MAT STEENHUIZEN
Head of Player Development
Mat Steenhuizen brings more than 15 years of playing and coaching experience to Sagebrush Lacrosse. Originally from Virginia, Mat moved to the Tri-Cities in 2023 and brings valuable East Coast lacrosse knowledge and training methods to the local community. He was an All-District and All-Region player and competed with nationally recognized programs, including Bones Brigade and Madlax. Mat works with athletes at every position but specializes in goalie development, with extensive experience training girls’ lacrosse players, including national-level competitors. He currently serves as the Varsity Head Coach at Hanford High School and previously coached Mid Columbia Elite. Through Sagebrush Lacrosse, Mat is focused on helping local athletes improve their skills, confidence, and overall understanding of the game.
CHLOE DUBINSKY
Sagebrush Elite HS Head Coach
Head Coach, Chloe Dubinsky brings a wealth of experience to the Sagebrush Elite program. Dubinsky's playing career began locally for Three Rivers Lacrosse Club, where she served as a Draw Specialist and Team Captain from 2012 to 2018. Dubinsky was recruited to Southern Virginia University where she continued to be a Draw Specialist. Dubinsky started in every game during her four year career, served as Team Captain from 2020-2022, and earned All-Conference honors her senior season. In addition to her impressive player career, Dubinsky served as a Draw Coach for Rockbridge County High School in 2022, and JV Head Coach/Varsity Assistant Coach for Rockbridge from 2023-2024. She is currently the Richland High School Varsity Head Coach. Dubinsky's resume highlights her passion for the game, but what drives her is "seeing players succeed with their teammates after working hard together. Those moments really highlight the beauty of the game of lacrosse."
CASSIDY FANSLER
Sagebrush Elite HS Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach, Cassidy Fansler is a great addition to this Summer's coaching squad! Fansler spent her high school career at Kamiakin where she earned awards for Sportsmanship and Leadership her 11th and 12th grade seasons. She played for Treasure State Lacrosse Club and Fusion Lacrosse Club in her Summers and Winters. Her success landed her on the Whitworth Univertsity Pirates' roster. Fansler is still currently playing for the Pirates. Having primarily coached Summer clinics and worked in individual coaching sessions, Fansler is excited to grow her coaching resume this season by translating her collegiate experience! When asked about her "why?", Fansler answered with, "I love lacrosse. I want to spread and grow the game as well as the love for it. I want others to come to love the sport as much as I do!"