Meet Coach Whelchel
Coach Elijah Whelchel serves as the Varsity Head Coach for the Northfield High School Boys’ Lacrosse program, stepping into the head role in 2025 after serving as an interim off-season coach and spending two seasons as Northfield’s JV Head Coach and Varsity Assistant. During his tenure on the Nighthawk staff, he helped guide the program to a CHSAA 4A State Championship Game appearance, followed by a 5A League Championship and playoff berth.
Coach Whelchel brings extensive coaching experience across multiple states, including prior experience as a Varsity Head Coach on the East Coast and his current coaching role with Team 91 Colorado. Throughout his career, he has established a proven track record of developing student-athletes who advance to compete at the collegiate level.
Guided by his core “Get Better” philosophy, Coach Whelchel is committed to driving continuous skill development, fostering athletic discipline, and expanding on the strong foundation of success established by Northfield Lacrosse.
Contact Coach Whelchel at elijah_whelchel@dpsk12.net.