Michael Gottleib Lacrosse
Graphics has been a source of lacrosse art and design since 1974. MGLG art
has received awards from the Montana Advertising Federation, Print Magazine
and was on display at the former Lacrosse Bar at the Baltimore Washington
International Airport, and the Baltimore Orioles Sports Art Gallery at Camden
Yards.
| Mike and wife Janet at the Vail Shootout |
Mike grew up in Baltimore County and played lacrosse and soccer at the Naval Academy, graduating in 1970. A highlight of his college career was playing in the 1969 season-ending Army/Navy game which was a missed opportunity to share a national championship. Wearing the blue and gold vying for national championships continues to be a lasting memory and inspiration.
He assisted with the early growth of lacrosse in both southern and northern California as player, referee, and founder of teams. He also coached high school, college and club lacrosse with the San Francisco University High School; U. of California, Berkeley; Golden Gate LC; the US Grandmasters Eagles; and Navy Old Goats.
In expanding opportunities for a growing lacrosse fraternity, Mike was the founder oath Old Mission Beach Lacrosse Club (OMBAC) in San Diego (1975), the Ralph Dole's Piano Bar Athletic Club of California (1977-1983), and the Navy Old Goats (1991).
Team Dole was the first three-time winner of the Vail Shootout. The Old Goats, competing in the SuperMasters Division of the Vail Shootout, are also three-time champions (1995, 1997, 2000). Mike was recognized during the 25th anniversary as one of 25 individuals contributing to the Vail Shootout's success since inception in 1973.
During the Grand Masters of Lacrosse competition at the 1998 World Games in Baltimore, Mike coached the Eagles, one of the four American teams.
With degrees in engineering, fine arts, graphic design, an MBA, and doctor of management, Mike combines years of on-field action with artistic excellence. Having been a part of lacrosse on each coast and the Rocky Mountains, Mike continues to create visual memories for America’s lacrosse enthusiasts from his studio in Montana.
