Lewis & Clark College

Lusi Tapasa joined the Lewis & Clark women’s lacrosse coaching staff in the summer of 2026.

Tapasa comes to the River Otters after three years with the Northwest Rippers, a competitive club lacrosse program in Tualatin, Oregon. From 2022 to 2025, she coached athletes ranging from youth through high school, focusing on skill development, teamwork and game strategy. She assisted multiple teams within the program and helped prepare players to compete at higher levels of the sport.

A native of Tualatin, Tapasa graduated from Dominican University of California in San Rafael in May 2026. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Cultural Studies, completing both degrees with honors. She also gained experience in marketing and communications through internships with Philadelphia Insurance Companies and USI, where she worked on sales campaigns, social media coordination and data management.