Tommy Ortega
1 Tommy Ortega
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- Height:
- 6-1
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- Weight:
- 175
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- Hometown:
- Coatesville, Pa.
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- Position:
- Mid.
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- Year:
- Sr.
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- High School:
- Coatesville HS
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- Previous College:
- Lindenwood University
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- Major:
- Finance
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- Instagram:
- Tommyortega.1
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- 23
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- 53
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Bio
Honors and Awards
- 2026 USA Lacrosse Magazine Second Team All-American.
- 2026 First Team All-SSC.
- USILA Team of the Week (03/03/2026).
- 2026 USA Lacrosse Magazine Preseason First Team All-American.
- 2026 USILA Preseason First Team All-American.
- 2025 USILA First Team All-American.
- 2025 USILA First Team All-South Region Team.
- 2025 SSC All-Championships Tournament Team.
- 2025 First Team All-SSC.
As a Junior
- Played in all 22 games, making 1 start for the Spartans.
- Scored 26 goals on 95 shots, finishing with a .274 shooting percentage.
- Added 12 assists to reach 38 total points on the season.
- Landed 51 of his 95 shots on goal, resulting in a .537 SOG percentage.
- Netted 3 man-up goals and 3 game-winning goals.
- Collected 13 ground balls and caused 3 turnovers.
- Committed 18 turnovers while maintaining a steady offensive presence.
- Opened the season with a 1-goal, 1-assist performance at Florida Tech (Feb. 1), contributing to a 15–6 win.
- Recorded a season-high 4 goals on 7 shots vs. No. 18 Rockhurst (Feb. 14), including 2 man-up goals.
- Tallied 3 goals and 1 assist in a breakout game vs. Flagler (Feb. 8), his first multi-goal outing of the year.
- Contributed 2 goals and 2 assists in a ranked win over No. 3 Limestone (Feb. 23), totaling 4 points.
- Scored once and assisted once in a 12–7 win over No. 15 Florida Southern (Feb. 11).
- Added a goal and an assist in a 12–5 victory against Concordia Irvine (Feb. 27).
- Registered 2 goals and 2 assists in a dominant 15–7 win over No. 13 Saint Leo (Apr. 2).
- Found the net twice in a 9–6 road win at No. 7 Maryville (Mar. 8), helping secure a top-10 victory.
- Scored 2 goals vs. Indianapolis (Mar. 15), continuing his midseason scoring streak.
- Added 2 more goals in a 16–8 win over Florida Tech (Mar. 22), part of a 3-game scoring run.
- Chipped in a goal in a 16–11 road win at Rollins (Mar. 29), maintaining his scoring consistency.
- Delivered 2 goals and 2 assists in the SSC semifinal vs. No. 14 Embry-Riddle (Apr. 16), matching his season-high in points.
- Scored once and assisted once in a 13–4 win over No. 14 Embry-Riddle (Apr. 12), contributing on both ends.
- Registered a goal in the SSC Championship vs. Rollins (Apr. 26), helping Tampa secure the title.
- Added a goal in the NCAA quarterfinal win over No. 14 Colorado Mesa (May 7), continuing his postseason production.
- Scored twice in the NCAA Championship vs. No. 2 Adelphi (May 25), finishing the season on a high note.
- Assisted on goals in 7 different games, including 2-assist efforts vs. Limestone, Saint Leo, and Florida Southern.
- Scored in 13 games overall, with 6 multi-goal performances and 3 games with 4 points.
- Delivered game-winning goals vs. Rockhurst, Saint Leo, and Seton Hill, proving clutch in key moments.
- Played a vital role in Tampa’s 21–1 season and run to the NCAA Division II Championship game.
As a Sophomore
- Transferred to the University of Tampa for the 2024 season.
- Appeared in 10 games.
- Scored three goals and assisted on one.
- Recovered three ground balls.
- Caused one turnover.
As a Freshman (Lindenwood)
- Enrolled at Lindenwood University as a true freshman in 2023.
- Appeared in 11 games.
- Scored first career goal against Bellarmine on April 1.
- Netted five goals and recorded one assist.
High School
- Graduated from Coatesville High School.
- Named 1st team All-Ches-Mont and All-Area.
- Tallied 106 points in career.
- Received All-Ches-Mont and All-Area accolades in football as well.
Personal
- Son of Matt and Corrie.
- Has two siblings, Matt Jr. and Ricky.
- Birthdate: 09/04/2003.
Player statistics
| Overall | Conference | |
|---|---|---|
| Games | 23 | 7 |
| Points | 53 | 16 |
| Goals | 40 | 15 |
| Assists | 13 | 1 |
| Man-up goals | 5 | 3 |
| Man-down goals | 0 | 0 |
| Ground balls | 25 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 6 |
| Caused turnovers | 6 | 2 |
| Faceoffs | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Faceoff percentage | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Shots | 154 | 50 |
| Shooting percentage | 26.0 | 30.0 |
| Shots on goal | 88 | 30 |
| Shots on goal percentage | 57.1 | 60.0 |
Game Log - Defense
| Date | Opponent | Score | gb | to | ct | fo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17 | at Mercer | - | - | - | - | |
| Jan 24 | at Jacksonville | L, 7-5 | - | - | - | - |
| Jan 30 | Florida Tech | W, 10-6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Feb 1 | Newberry | W, 15-12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Feb 7 | at #7 Lenoir-Rhyne | W, 13-10 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0-0 |
| Feb 14 | at #17 Flagler | W, 8-7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Feb 21 | Rockhurst | W, 13-6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Feb 25 | CUI | W, 17-7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Feb 28 | #5 Maryville | W, 14-3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Mar 7 | at #5 Anderson | L, 14-13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Mar 14 | Montevallo | W, 18-7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Mar 15 | #10 Colorado Mesa | W, 12-6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0-0 |
| Mar 21 | Florida Southern | W, 14-7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Mar 28 | at Embry-Riddle (Fla.) | W, 16-6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Apr 1 | at Palm Beach Atlantic | W, 12-5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0-0 |
| Apr 4 | #17 Rollins | W, 10-5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Apr 8 | at #16 Saint Leo | W, 16-4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Apr 11 | Lynn | W, 13-8 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0-0 |
| Apr 15 | at #7 Florida Tech | W, 6-5 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Apr 22 | Florida Southern | W, 17-5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Apr 25 | #6 Florida Tech | W, 17-8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| May 10 | Flagler | W, 12-3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0-0 |
| May 13 | Lewis | W, 12-9 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0-0 |
| May 17 | Anderson (S.C.) | W, 13-7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0-0 |
| May 24 | vs. Adelphi | W, 12-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
Game Log - Offense
| Date | Opponent | Score | g | a | pts | up | dn | sh | sh% | sog | sog% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 17 | at Mercer | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Jan 24 | at Jacksonville | L, 7-5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Jan 30 | Florida Tech | W, 10-6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 3 | 60.0 |
| Feb 1 | Newberry | W, 15-12 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 71.4 | 5 | 71.4 |
| Feb 7 | at #7 Lenoir-Rhyne | W, 13-10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.0 | 2 | 66.7 |
| Feb 14 | at #17 Flagler | W, 8-7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 11.1 | 4 | 44.4 |
| Feb 21 | Rockhurst | W, 13-6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0.0 | 4 | 57.1 |
| Feb 25 | CUI | W, 17-7 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 16.7 | 4 | 66.7 |
| Feb 28 | #5 Maryville | W, 14-3 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 42.9 | 5 | 71.4 |
| Mar 7 | at #5 Anderson | L, 14-13 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14.3 | 4 | 57.1 |
| Mar 14 | Montevallo | W, 18-7 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 40.0 | 5 | 100.0 |
| Mar 15 | #10 Colorado Mesa | W, 12-6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 3 | 60.0 |
| Mar 21 | Florida Southern | W, 14-7 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 37.5 | 5 | 62.5 |
| Mar 28 | at Embry-Riddle (Fla.) | W, 16-6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 28.6 | 4 | 57.1 |
| Apr 1 | at Palm Beach Atlantic | W, 12-5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 25.0 | 1 | 25.0 |
| Apr 4 | #17 Rollins | W, 10-5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 28.6 | 6 | 85.7 |
| Apr 8 | at #16 Saint Leo | W, 16-4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 60.0 | 3 | 60.0 |
| Apr 11 | Lynn | W, 13-8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 27.3 | 6 | 54.5 |
| Apr 15 | at #7 Florida Tech | W, 6-5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 12.5 | 5 | 62.5 |
| Apr 22 | Florida Southern | W, 17-5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 25.0 | 2 | 50.0 |
| Apr 25 | #6 Florida Tech | W, 17-8 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 28.6 | 3 | 42.9 |
| May 10 | Flagler | W, 12-3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 16.7 | 3 | 50.0 |
| May 13 | Lewis | W, 12-9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 22.2 | 3 | 33.3 |
| May 17 | Anderson (S.C.) | W, 13-7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 2 | 40.0 |
| May 24 | vs. Adelphi | W, 12-11 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 25.0 | 6 | 50.0 |
| Statistic | gp | gs | gb | to | ct | fo |
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| Event | ||||||
| Total | 23 | 1 | 25 | 17 | 6 | 0-0 |
| Conference | 7 | 0 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 0-0 |
| Exhibition | - | - | - | 0 | - | 0-0 |
| Location | ||||||
| Home | 15 | - | 17 | 8 | 3 | 0-0 |
| Away | 7 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 3 | 0-0 |
| Neutral | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Result | ||||||
| Wins | 22 | 1 | 25 | 14 | 6 | 0-0 |
| Losses | 1 | - | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0-0 |
| Month | ||||||
| January | 1 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 |
| February | 6 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0-0 |
| March | 5 | - | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0-0 |
| April | 7 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 0-0 |
| May | 4 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0-0 |
| Statistic | gp | gs | g | a | pts | up | dn | sh | sh% | sog | sog% |
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| Event | |||||||||||
| Total | 23 | 1 | 40 | 13 | 53 | 5 | 0 | 154 | 26.0 | 88 | 57.1 |
| Conference | 7 | 0 | 15 | 1 | 16 | 3 | 0 | 50 | 30.0 | 30 | 60.0 |
| Exhibition | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | - |
| Location | |||||||||||
| Home | 15 | - | 28 | 11 | 39 | 3 | 0 | 99 | 28.3 | 59 | 59.6 |
| Away | 7 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 43 | 20.9 | 23 | 53.5 |
| Neutral | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 25.0 | 6 | 50.0 |
| Result | |||||||||||
| Wins | 22 | 1 | 39 | 12 | 51 | 5 | 0 | 147 | 26.5 | 84 | 57.1 |
| Losses | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 14.3 | 4 | 57.1 |
| Month | |||||||||||
| January | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 20.0 | 3 | 60.0 |
| February | 6 | - | 10 | 5 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 39 | 25.6 | 24 | 61.5 |
| March | 5 | - | 9 | 4 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 32 | 28.1 | 21 | 65.6 |
| April | 7 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 46 | 28.3 | 26 | 56.5 |
| May | 4 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 32 | 21.9 | 14 | 43.8 |
