Our Mission
East Mountain Lacrosse Club is an extension of ABQ Youth Lacrosse, Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing youth in New Mexico with the opportunity to learn and play lacrosse. Our mission is to extend this opportunity to the East Mountains and to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline and a love of the game through quality coaching and a fun, supportive environment.
Our Coaches
Coach JoEY BACHARKA
Head Coach
Coach Joey grew up playing baseball, football and lacrosse, but lacrosse became his favorite sport. He has played in San Diego and Colorado, where lacrosse is highly competitive, and in New Mexico and Wyoming, where the sport is still gaining momentum. He previously played for UNM's lacrosse team, has experience as an assistant coach at the high school level, and has strong ties to the Albuquerque lacrosse community. He has a passion for teaching kids the skills and strategies of the game. He is dedicated to creating a positive and supportive environment for all of his players, while also teaching discipline and life skills.