Jim Berkman Retires After 38 Years

After 38 legendary years, Jim Berkman has retired as Salisbury’s men’s lacrosse coach, leaving behind 13 national titles and 688 wins — a .902 winning percentage that rewrites the record books. Known for turning raw talent into elite athletes, especially from Anne Arundel County, Berkman built a Division III powerhouse with unmatched discipline, halftime brilliance, and relentless accountability. Former players credit him with shaping not just their game, but their character — a legacy that continues through current coaches and alumni. Now, with the program’s future hanging in the balance, longtime assistant Justin Axel steps in as interim coach — seen by many as the perfect heir to Berkman’s culture. The end of an era, but the foundation? Still standing. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99c092e0f1936b7e