VESTAL, N.Y. – Binghamton men's lacrosse assistant coach
Nik Clinton has been named to German national men's lacrosse team's coaching staff. Clinton will help coach the team as an assistant at the 2027 World Lacrosse Men's Championship in Tokyo, Japan.
"There are opportunities in life that truly mean something, and being invited to join Team Germany's coaching staff for the World Lacrosse Championship in Tokyo is one of them," said Clinton. "I want to express my heartfelt thanks to Team Germany and especially [Head] Coach [Kurt] Ohlen for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to be part of this incredible journey. Your trust and confidence are something I don't take lightly, and I am genuinely honored to stand alongside such an amazing group of coaches, players, and supporters. Lacrosse has given me so much throughout my life, and having the chance to help represent Germany on the world stage is something I will always be grateful for. I'm excited to share my passion for the game, learn from everyone around me, and do everything I can to help this team succeed. I can't wait to get to work, build lasting relationships, and experience everything that comes with competing at the World Lacrosse Championship in Tokyo. Thank you again for welcoming me into the Team Germany family. It truly means more than words can express. See you in Tokyo."
"This is an exciting and well-deserved opportunity for Nik to coach in the world championships next summer in Japan," said Binghamton Head Men's Lacrosse Coach
Kevin McKeown. "The sport is growing at a rapid pace globally, and Nik will be the first from the Binghamton program to coach on this stage."
Clinton is entering his second season on the Binghamton men's lacrosse coaching staff in 2027. He previously has experience serving as an assistant coach at the Virginia Military Institute from 2023-25 and St. Bonaventure from 2020-22. Clinton also helped St. Bonaventure relaunch its men's lacrosse program as a player after transferring to the team in 2019 following his first two collegiate seasons at Adams State.
The 2027 World Lacrosse Men's Championship takes place from June 18-27. Binghamton's schedule for the 2027 season will be announced at a later date.
