Who We Are:
Colby-Sawyer Men’s Lacrosse
WD > WS
As a startup program preparing for our first competition in Spring 2026, we are proud to represent a college with nearly two centuries of history.
Founded in 1837, Colby-Sawyer College is a private liberal arts and sciences institution that offers an intimate, student-centered experience with approximately 800 undergraduates. With 19 majors, 27 minors, and robust merit-based aid opportunities, we empower students to pursue their passions on and off the field.
Located in the heart of New Hampshire’s breathtaking Lake Sunapee Region and set against 360-degree views of mountains, forests, and lakes, Colby-Sawyer provides a stunning backdrop for athletic and academic excellence. Our lacrosse program is built on teamwork, dedication, and the drive to create a legacy from the ground up. WD > WS
Located in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee region of New Hampshire 90 minutes north of Boston, 60 minutes south of the White Mountains and 3.5 hours south of Montreal, Canada
Airport options: 90 minutes from Logan International Airport (Southwest Hub), 60 minutes from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (American Airlines & Southwest Hub)
Pape Lukk, Head Men's Lacrosse Coach
Pape Lukk became the inaugural Men's Lacrosse Coach of Colby-Sawyer Men's Team in January of 2025.
Lukk comes to Colby-Sawyer College after serving as the Associate Head Coach & Defensive Coordinator at Thomas College. He had previously served as the Defensive Coordinator at Colby College in Waterville, ME. Prior to Colby, he served as the Volunteer Assistant Coach at the University of Delaware. Lukk worked directly with programs Goaltenders, offensive personnel, scout man up unit, as well as coordinating the substitution box during competition. While at Delaware the Blue Hens won both the Colonial Athletic Association’s regular and tournament championship titles, in addition to a historic victory over the #2 seeded Georgetown Hoyas in the first round of the 2022 NCAA Men’s Lacrosse tournament.
A 2015 graduate of Frostburg State University, Lukk graduated with his bachelor's degree in psychology. During his playing career, the Bobcats earned three Capital Athletic Conference tournament game appearances, culminating in a title game appearance in 2015. Frostburg State ranked as high as No. 15 in the USILA Division III national poll throughout his playing career.
Lukk his Wife Alyssa and their son reside in New Hampshire.
- Established in 1837
- Student to faculty ratio: 11:1; Average class size is 19
- Approximately 800 undergraduate students
- Close proximity to 2 major ski mountains: Mount Sunapee* and Ragged Mountain
- *Students receive a free ski pass to use whenever they want! Mount Sunapee is only 15 minutes from campus.*
Merit Scholarships
- 2.79 or lower GPA - Trailhead - $5000
- 2.8 - 2.99 GPA - Trayne - $6000
- 3.0 - 3.29 GPA - Chargers - $6500
- 3.3 - 3.49 GPA - Presidential - $7500
- 3.5+ GPA - Founders - $8500
Offers of the College
Colby-Sawyer's academic programs are offered through three schools: the School of Arts & Sciences, the School of Business & Social Sciences, and the School of Nursing & Health Sciences
Merit Based Financial Aid
- 2.79 or lower GPA - Trailhead - $5000
- 2.8 - 2.99 GPA - Trayne - $6000
- 3.0 - 3.29 GPA - Chargers - $6500
- 3.3 - 3.49 GPA - Presidential - $7500
- 3.5+ GPA - Founders - $8500
Harrington Center
Career Services at the Harrington Center, an integrated professional development collaborative, provides you with career advising, career-development opportunities and internships.
Life After Graduation
100% of the Class of 2022 are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
100% of Colby-Sawyer students complete an internship and capstone project in their chosen field
61% of Class of 2022 undergraduates were offered jobs at their internship or clinical sites
On average, nursing graduates achieved a 97% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination, compared to 85% nationally
100% of Colby-Sawyer nursing graduates are offered jobs at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and surrounding hospitals and medical practices
NCAA Division III member, competing in the Great North Conference (GNAC)
14 Member Schools, Two Divisions (North & South) - Colby-Sawyer, Rivier, Norwich, Saint Joseph's (Maine), Emmanuel, New England College, Regis, Anna Maria, University of Saint Joseph (Conn.), Dean, Lasell, Johnson & Wales, Elms, Albertus Magnus, Mitchell
Future Chargers Recruiting
- Reach out to Coach Lukk & staff.
- Plan a visit to campus.
- Embody the idea of WD > WS
- Play hard!
- Contact Coach Lukk via email directly - pape.lukk@colby-sawyer.edu
- Make sure to include your highlight tape, club/high school schedule & unofficial transcripts
APPLICATION LINK
https://www.colby-sawyer.edu/admissions/apply