Steve Scaramuzzino has built a lifelong legacy in the game of lacrosse through elite performance, leadership, and a deep commitment to growing the sport at every level. From historic high school teams to national championships, professional play, and impactful coaching, his career reflects sustained excellence and service to the game.

A Legacy of Excellence in Lacrosse

Early Success at West Genesee High School

Scaramuzzino graduated from West Genesee High School in 1985, where he emerged as one of the program’s standout athletes during one of the most dominant eras in high school lacrosse history. A two-year varsity starter, he earned All-County honors as a Long Stick Midfielder and played a key role on the 1984 West Genesee team that reached the New York State Finals.

That 1984 squad tied the national high school lacrosse record with 91 consecutive wins. The following year, Scaramuzzino helped lead West Genesee to the 1985 New York State Championship. He also represented the 1984 Scholastic Central Team at the Empire State Games, becoming part of the first team in that division to win a Gold Medal. In recognition of their historic achievement, the entire team was inducted into the Upstate New York Chapter of the Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2016.

Collegiate Career at Syracuse University

Following high school, Scaramuzzino continued his lacrosse career at Syracuse University, where he became a four-year starter for the Orange. He started three seasons at Long Stick Midfielder and established himself as a reliable leader on one of the nation’s premier programs.

Scaramuzzino was a member of Syracuse’s 1988 and 1989 NCAA National Championship teams and served as a captain of the 1989 championship squad. His individual accomplishments included earning Second Team All-American honors at Long Stick Midfielder and selection to the North–South Collegiate All-Star Game.

Post-Collegiate and Professional Playing Career

After graduating from Syracuse University in 1989, Scaramuzzino continued to compete at the highest levels of the sport. He earned invitations to Men’s Team USA tryouts in 1993 and 1997, reflecting his continued elite play.

His lacrosse career also extended internationally when he played for the Heaton Mersey Lacrosse Club in England. During his time with the club, the team captured the North of England League and Division Championship for the first time in 30 years. Scaramuzzino earned multiple All-Club and All-Tournament honors throughout his post-collegiate career.

In addition, he played professional indoor box lacrosse for five years, including time with the Syracuse Smash. In 1991, he received the Sixth Man Award in the Major Indoor Lacrosse League. At the prestigious Lake Placid Lacrosse Tournament, Scaramuzzino’s impact earned him selection to the tournament’s Silver Anniversary Team.

Coaching, Leadership, and Growing the Game

Beyond playing, Scaramuzzino has devoted himself to coaching and developing players at every level of the sport. His coaching experience includes professional indoor and outdoor teams, collegiate roles as an Assistant Coach at both the United States Naval Academy and Syracuse University, and high school coaching at Jamesville-DeWitt High School.

He is also the founder and director of the Orange Crush Youth Lacrosse Program, where he continues to influence the next generation of players by emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and respect for the game.

Life in Central New York

Steve Scaramuzzino, his wife, and their children reside in Central New York, where he remains deeply connected to the lacrosse community that helped shape his journey. His career stands as a testament to dedication, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to excellence in lacrosse.