Head Varsity Coach: Katie Johnson
Katie Johnson comes to BCC with coaching experience in both field hockey and lacrosse.
Most recently, as assistant varsity coach at Holy Cross, Katie helped lead the Tartans to a
winning season in 2009. Prior to coaching at Holy Cross, Katie served as head coach of the
Paint Branch varsity team for two years, and in that time, helped to develop the team’s
overall skill level.
In addition to her coaching background, Katie also brings a player’s perspective. While at
the University of Delaware, Katie played and coached for the Delaware Lacrosse Club during
her four years there. The captain during her senior year at Holy Cross, she was also named
first team WCAC.
Katie graduated from the University of Delaware with a degree in Mathematics Education
and now teaches math at Holy Cross. Her experience as a goalie brings a unique vision and
skill set for all players on the lacrosse field. Katie's energy and passion will help create a
team of positive student-athletes and physically and emotionally strong women for success
on and off the field.
Assistant Varsity Coach: Christi Bird
Christi Bird played varsity lacrosse and varsity soccer all four years of high school at Good
Counsel. She has lacrosse experience as a D-wing and Attack player. She was a captain and
MVP during her senior year when she helped lead her team to a WCAC championship. Christi
was also named first team All-WCAC.
Coach Bird was an Academic All-American and Good Counsel Athlete of the Year. She
continued to play club lacrosse at Georgetown University for four years. Christi’s
leadership and knowledge will help lead the Barons to victory!
Head JV Coach: Emily Durkin
Emily Durkin is a great athlete and coach who has competed at the high school and
collegiate levels. Coach Durkin comes to BCC after coaching three successful seasons at
Holy Cross, working at the varsity and JV levels. Emily played at Holy Cross and led the
Tartans to a WCAC championship and continued to play varsity lacrosse at Ursinus College in
Pennsylvania for four years. She now teaches middle school science at St. Jane De Chante.
Her positive attitude and intensity will be crucial in the development of the JV players at
BCC. Coach Durkin knows the game of lacrosse and will pass along the skill set and sense of
determination to the rising lacrosse stars.