About the team
Class of 2035 Whalers
Welcome to the 2035 Whalers, a team within the UNLTD Select program designed to help young players build a strong foundation and grow their love for the game of lacrosse. Led by Varsity Smithtown East Coach Matt McFarland alongside Dean Steinmann, this team focuses on teaching the fundamentals in a fun, positive and competitive environment.
The 2035 Whalers are committed to player development, confidence-building and introducing athletes to the core skills of the game, including stick work, passing, catching, shooting, defense and lacrosse IQ. The coaching staff brings a high level of experience and energy while creating an atmosphere that encourages hard work, teamwork, accountability and growth.
Our goal is to help every player continue developing both on and off the field while building a passion for the game and preparing them for future success in travel lacrosse.
The 2035 Whalers are committed to player development, confidence-building and introducing athletes to the core skills of the game, including stick work, passing, catching, shooting, defense and lacrosse IQ. The coaching staff brings a high level of experience and energy while creating an atmosphere that encourages hard work, teamwork, accountability and growth.
Our goal is to help every player continue developing both on and off the field while building a passion for the game and preparing them for future success in travel lacrosse.
Coaching staff
Meet the coaches
Matt McFarland
Head Coach
Matt McFarland brings an impressive combination of high-level playing experience, championship coaching and player development to the UNLTD Select program.
A former UMass Division I lacrosse player, Matt went on to compete professionally with the Long Island Lizards, giving him firsthand experience of what it takes to compete at the highest levels of the game.
Matt is currently a Varsity Coach at Smithtown East High School and was named the 2026 Section XI Assistant Coach of the Year. During the 2026 season, he also helped lead Smithtown East to the Suffolk County Class B Championship.
Matt brings a tremendous lacrosse IQ, a competitive mindset and a passion for developing young players. His experience as a Division I athlete, professional player and championship high school coach makes him an incredible resource for our athletes.
We’re proud to have Coach Matt McFarland helping lead and develop the UNLTD Select 2035s.
Division I Player. Professional Player. Section XI Assistant Coach of the Year. Suffolk County Champion.
A former UMass Division I lacrosse player, Matt went on to compete professionally with the Long Island Lizards, giving him firsthand experience of what it takes to compete at the highest levels of the game.
Matt is currently a Varsity Coach at Smithtown East High School and was named the 2026 Section XI Assistant Coach of the Year. During the 2026 season, he also helped lead Smithtown East to the Suffolk County Class B Championship.
Matt brings a tremendous lacrosse IQ, a competitive mindset and a passion for developing young players. His experience as a Division I athlete, professional player and championship high school coach makes him an incredible resource for our athletes.
We’re proud to have Coach Matt McFarland helping lead and develop the UNLTD Select 2035s.
Division I Player. Professional Player. Section XI Assistant Coach of the Year. Suffolk County Champion.
Dean Steinmann
Coach
Reed Darby
Coach
The roster
Meet the players
Ryan H.
#10
Roman F.
#91
Parker D.
#11
Luke R.
#6
Demetrios K.
#16
Zayir A.
#13
Nicholas P.
#20
Dylan P.
#14
Grant S.
#45
Austin S.
#25
Logan C.
#78
Goalie
Mason D.
#51
Lincoln H.
#22
Joseph C.
#23
Michael D.
#47
George H.
#13
Owen M.
#67
Goalie
Christian M.
#7
Thomas K.
#15
Gavin M.
#19
Logan C.
#44
Players are listed by first name and last initial.
Schedule
Tournaments
Oct 12
Columbus Day
Nov 7
North Shore Invitational
Team gallery
Photos
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