Kurt Burmeister, lacrosse coach, dies
LI notable deaths
Notable Long Islanders who died in 2011
As a youth girls lacrosse coach, Kurt Burmeister was known for his "Kurt-isms," sayings that were intended to inspire those placed in his care.
"The stick is only as strong as the heart that wields it," he would often remark.
In emails to the girls he coached, he signed off with the following message: "Keep your head in the game, play hard and never give up."
Burmeister died Feb....
