University of Redlands

Alexis Parker joins the University of Redlands Women's Lacrosse Coaching Staff in September of 2025 coming in as a dynamic and accomplished lacrosse coach with international and NCAA experience as both a player and a coach bringing a championship mindset to every role she has been in.  

Championship Leadership

Alexis was a member of the Durham University's women's lacrosse team helping lead them to the 2024 BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) National Championship and Conference Cup Championship during the 2023-24 season. She has proven track record of developing elite talent, including with England and Wales National team members, while successfully recruiting Division I and Division III athletes from the United States.

Educational Excellence

Holds a Master's of Science in Cognitive Neuroscience from Durham University, with her dissertation research focusing on cognitive flexibility in athletes. This unique academic background, combined with a Bachelor's of Science in Neuroscience from Regis University, brings a research-informed, evidence-based approach to athletic performance and student-athlete development.

Elite Athletic Background

Former NCAA Division I and Division II student-athlete with an exceptional competitive record:

• Two-time NCAA Tournament Participant
• Two-time RMAC Tournament Champion
• RMAC All-Conference 1st Team member
• Pre-season All America
• Multiple academic honors including 4.0 Athletic Academic Honor Roll

Coaching Philosophy

Alexis is committed to fostering competitive, inclusive, and growth-focused team cultures. Her expertise spans player development, strategic game planning, recruitment, and comprehensive program management. Also has experience coaching athletes from youth levels (U10) through elite university competition, with former players now competing at prestigious institutions including Northwestern University, University of Maryland, Clemson University, and Army West Point.

Community Impact

Extensive volunteer experience across multiple organizations including Arizona Humane Society, Children's Hospitals, and international mission work in Guatemala and Peru. Dedicated to giving back through youth athletics, having served as Head Coach for middle school soccer (Conference Champions 2023) and coordinating lacrosse programs throughout Colorado and Minnesota.