The Overlake School has named Lou Sabino head boys lacrosse coach for the 2016 season, Overlake’s Athletic Director John Wiley announced.

“Our boys lacrosse program has a proud 25-year history and is lucky enough to have Lou’s extensive experience to guide us in the future,” Wiley said. “His attention to detail will build players both on the field and off of it. He is a terrific coach and his involvement as an assistant last season gives him important insight into the program. I think Overlake boys lacrosse is in great hands.”

Former head coach Greg Butler stepped down recently after leading the Owls to a successful four-year run of 41-18, including back-to-back trips to WHSBLA Division II state semifinals and the 2015 Metro League title. Butler left the position to devote more time to his family and his real estate business.

Sabino has extensive high school coaching experience, having served as head coach at Woodberry Forest School and Blue Ridge School, both in Virginia. He has also worked as an assistant at San Francisco University High School and at the University of Oregon. In addition, he has coached numerous club and all-star teams.

As a player, Sabino was a standout at The Hotchkiss School (Lakeville, Conn.) and Darien High School (Darien, Conn.) before continuing his playing career at perennial NCAA Division III power Denison University.

In addition to his coaching duties, Sabino is Overlake’s director of admission and financial aid.