Born in Independence, Missouri, Andrew Lawrence grew up in sports. Engaging himself in a  variety of activities that include: soccer, baseball, roller hockey, basketball, track and football, which he played at Lindenwood University. However, he never really considered going into football professionally. 

“No, not really. I would have had to change positions. I mean there was a brief thought where if I could try to get on defense, maybe I would’ve had a shot,” Lawrence said.

Lawrence collected a bachelor’s degree in sports management at Lindenwood, as well as a master’s degree in business administration, with an emphasis in human resources at Rockhurst University. He is also a wide receiver coach on the Pirates football team. He shared his coaching philosophy, which also stems from how he was raised. 

“I try to coach like how I parent my son, and how my dad raised me. A lot of energy, play hard, try to hold yourself accountable,” Lawrence said. “I’m a big fan of making new mistakes.”

Coach Lawrence chose St. Charles High as a result of the praise he had heard people give the area as well as the school. 

“I’ve heard great things about St. Charles and the two high schools. When I saw one of the two schools had a business job I jumped on it,” Lawrence said. 

Excited for the future, Coach Lawrence is looking forward to meeting new students and bringing a fun environment to his business classes, while also attempting to bring some wins back to the St. Charles Pirates football team.