Otterbein University Athletics

Ames will join the Cardinals for his first year on staff during the 2026-27 school year. Coming from Elmhurst University, he graduated with his Bachelor of Arts in Digital Marketing Communications in May of 2026. He was also a member of the men's lacrosse team during his time at Elmhurst, where he was a three-year starter.

Ames has coaching experience working for Resolute Lacrosse, as well as teams across Hilliard, Ohio. He interned for East Ave Lacrosse in Illinois, where he was in charge of two youth teams and assisted with field set up.