The Sanderson family

The Sanderson family of Orangeville, Ontario has produced a number of lacrosse players and coaches:

[edit] First generation

Terry, Phil, Lindsay and Shane Sanderson have all played both Major and Senior lacrosse in Canada.

Terry is the former head coach and GM of the Toronto Rock of the NLL. He has also been head coach of the Montreal Express, Ottawa Rebel, and Albany Attack, and was an assistant coach of the Buffalo Bandits.
Lindsay is the current head coach and GM of the Philadelphia Wings of the NLL, and was an assistant coach with the Toronto Rock and Ottawa Rebel when Terry was head coach.
Shane is a former assistant coach with the New York Saints and Detroit Turbos

Phil's son Dustin played minor lacrosse with Brampton. In 2001, Dustin broke his neck during a game, and it was feared that he would never walk again, but he has made a remarkable recovery.
Phil also has two step-sons, Chris and Ryan Sanderson. Chris Sanderson was a goaltender for the Philadelphia Wings, and is currently their bench coach. Ryan played for the Albany Attack.
Terry's son Josh plays for the Toronto Rock, and currently holds the NLL record for assists in a season, with 73.
Lindsay has three sons:
- Brandon has played with the Montreal Express
- Phil plays with his cousin Josh on the Toronto Rock.
- Nathan has never played in the NLL, but has played Junior lacrosse.