HAMILTON, N.Y. - Andrew Baxter has been appointed as an assistant men's lacrosse coach at Colgate University by head men's lacrosse coach Jim Nagle.

"We're really excited about the addition of Andrew to the program," Coach Nagle said. "He's a young guy who is very enthusiastic about getting into coaching lacrosse.  He brings a great deal of energy to the program."

Baxter comes to Colgate after finishing his degree in Physical Education at Springfield College where he was a member of the varsity lacrosse team.  Baxter scored five goals and added two assists for Springfield in 2001.  The Pride were 16-2 overall in 2001.

Baxter has been a counselor at three different lacrosse camps.  He worked at the Players Choice, Peak Performance and Blue Chip 225 Lacrosse Camp.  He has also coached soccer having worked with the Town of Brighton Youth Soccer League.

Baxter is originally from Rochester, N.Y.