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Ep 125Reddit AMAs, College Lacrosse Show, DIII with Matty P, and the Weekend Preview
Happy Friday! We're talking a recent reddit AMA I did and how much fun I had doing it, plus some talk about College Lacrosse Show which was a banger this week and you should add to your lacrosse listening. Then, Matty Patrone is back for some DIII with Matty P, running through recent results and some upcoming games to have an eye on. I also give you a couple DII games that are worth a watch. Then, we run through the entire DI slate and make our weekly picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 124Owen Grant traded to the Cannons and wild weekend for the Tuesday Top 20
It was a wild weekend in college lacrosse! Half the top 20 lost, which makes today's trip through my ballot for the weekly media poll quite an adventure. A new number one, five teams got number one votes, and all sorts of movement. We talk through the whole thing. Plus, we break down the trade that sends Owen Grant to the Cannons for the 3rd overall pick in the upcoming draft. The pros, and cons, for both sides. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 123Anthony Kelly named Redwoods Coach, DIII with Matty P, and the DI Rundown
Happy Positive Friday! We've got PLL news as the Redwoods have announced Anthony Kelly as the new head coach. We talk through the hire, Kelly's resume, and how he can make his mark on the team. Then, Matty Patrone is here for some DIII with Matty P. We react to the insane end of the Christopher Newport vs Tufts OT thriller, then recap the Mustang Classic and preview the upcoming weekend. Finally, we go through the full weekend slate. Conference matchups abound, and the weekend culminates in a massive Sunday night showdown between Ohio State and Penn State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 122Tuesday Top 20, and guest Myles Baliotti
We are back with the Tuesday Top 20! We go through the results from the weekend and the latest Inside Lacrosse Media Poll, as I give you my ballot and rationale for voting the way I did. But before that, we have a guest! Myles Baliotti is the student manager and member of the Ohio State men's lacrosse team. Myles has autism, and we talk about his journey growing up around lacrosse, his time at Ohio State, his message of autism awareness, his goals after Ohio State, and a whole ton more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 121New GM in California, PLL All Star Weekend, College ball
It's a giant Friday show! Changes at the top for the California Redwoods. Nat St Laurent has stepped down, and Joe Spallina has been named GM. We talk about the news, the change in roles, and look at what to expect from Spallina and the Redwoods before next season starts. We also talk about the news that the PLL and WLL All Star games will be held Fourth of July Weekend in Kansas City. DIII with Matty P returns. The Callum Robinson Mustang Classic takes place Friday and Saturday, and we talk through the biggest games to watch this weekend as the top teams do battle, including Tufts vs RIT on Saturday. Finally, the DI slate. We go through every game on the calendar, and make our weekly picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 120PLL Free Agency Week One Recap, Zed Williams injury, and the College Weekend Preview
Happy Friday! We're putting a bow on the first week of PLL Free Agency by going through the moves so far. We catch up on the biggest dominoes left to fall, including Jarrod Neumann and Rob Pannell. We also briefly talk about the injury news for Zed Williams. Then it's on to the college weekend. We cover some of the games to see in DIII (sorry, no Matty P this week), and then the entire DI slate with picks and game breakdowns. I'll be visiting the dome on Sunday for Syracuse Hopkins, see you there. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 119PLL Free Agency Day One Recap, Tuesday Top 20
PLL Free Agency is underway, and we had a flurry of moves on day one. We go through each of the reporting signings and break down the fit, why it works, and what big moves are still on the horizon. Then, the Tuesday Top 20. We have a new number one after Maryland upset Notre Dame. We talk through the new number one Terps, and other big movement in the poll this week . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 118Pro player movement, DIII ball, the DI slate, and Chris Gray retires
Positive Friday! We've got a packed show today. First, we talk some pro player movement. PLL Free Agency is only days away, so we set the stage for that and begin to look at what teams have already been busy. Then, we touch quickly on a busy NLL trade deadline. After that, it's time for DIII with Matty P. The NESCAC joins the fray this week, so we talk some results from a week ago before we get into some games to watch this weekend with plenty of NESCAC flavor. Then I break down the DI slate and make some picks in a loaded slate. Finally, I touch on the retirement of Chris Gray from the PLL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 117Sunday Night PLL? Plus the Tuesday Top 20
We got a great question this week, so we start with that. ESPN and MLB are parting ways, opening up a whole bunch of Sunday nights in the summer. Could PLL fill the void? We break down what that could possibly look like. Then the Tuesday Top 20. The poll had a ton of movement this week thanks to some upsets, ranked matchups, and more mayhem. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 116Friday Weekend Preview! DIII with Matty P, Weekend Slate, and the Battle of Black Rock
It's Friday! We talk through the results of Army and Yale, and then the Battle of Black Rock. Fairfield and Sacred Heart played one of the best games of the year so far, so we break down the players who stood out and made a difference. Then, the college weekend preview. Matty Patrone is back for DIII with Matty P, as once again his picks for the best games of the weekend were on the money last week. He also gives us some matchups to look out for this week. Then we go through the full DI slate, breaking down matchups and making picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 115Championship Series Recap and the Tuesday(ish) Top 20
The Tuesday (sort of) Top 20 is here! A day late, but we go through the latest media poll and my ballot. That includes some very funny real time results talk as I go through what turn out to be not great takes in my ballot. Before that, pro ball. Talking through the PLL and WLL Championship Series. What I loved, what I changed, stories I took away from it, and more. Plus, some info from the introduction of Roy Colsey and Spencer Ford. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 114NCAA Weekend Preview and DIII with Matty P
Positive Friday! I am recording on the road as I am at the St James just outside Washington DC for the PLL and WLL Championship Series. But podcasting never sleeps. Before we go through the entire weekend slate of games, Matty Patrone returns for more DIII with Matty P. We give Matty some flowers for nailing picks last week, then get a rundown of the DIII games to see this weekend. Then, it's the DI college slate. We go break down every game, make some picks, and I'll give you the places you can stream each contest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 113Michael Sowers NLL Debut, PLL/WLL Championship Series, and the Tuesday Top 20
Happy Tuesday! It's time to look at the latest DI Men's Lacrosse media poll, take you through my ballot, and talk about the results of the weekend. Before we dig into recaps and polls, we talk some pro ball. Michael Sowers made his NLL debut with the Wings and had three points, and appeared to be having the time of his life doing it. Then, The PLL and WLL get the Championship Series going tonight from The St James near Washington DC. We talk roster moves, the fun of Sixes, guys getting an opportunity, and a bunch more about the event. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 112NCAA Week 1 Preview, Streaming options, and DIII with Matty P
It's Week 1! A loaded slate of college games this weekend, including another big batch of teams playing their opener. In another week, everyone will have game action under their belt and we will be underway. We go through the entire slate of DI games, giving you the spread and a few notes on each game before making picks. I also give you the streaming options for each game as we go, and a few things to watch for. Before we get into DI, a new segment gets underway. Matty Patrone, from Lynchburg, joins the pod in what will be a recurring spot to highlight DIII lacrosse. Matty will let you know the games to watch, players to keep an eye on, and everything you need to know in the DIII lacrosse landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 111The First Tuesday Top 20 of 2025!
Week 0 is in the books! We saw a Top 10 matchup, plenty of ranked teams playing, upsets, scares, and more. As always on a Tuesday, we go through the latest media poll, and I reveal the ballot I submitted to said poll and talk through why I voted how I did. Along the way, we take game results and stand out moments from the weekend. Plus, Tuesdays are for the hunter. We have three games on tap for tonight, so we talk about all three and the team most likely to become the hunted. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 110College Lacrosse Preview Friday! Plus Chaos Coaches and Preseason All Americans
For the first Friday of the 2025 season, we have a giant episode. We talk through the newest place you can find lacrosse content from me, and a great source of info for the 2025 season. Roy Colsey and Spencer Ford have been hired as the Head Coach and GM of the Carolina Chaos. We break down their credentials, and why it matters that those two roles have been split for two different people. College lacrosse preseason All Americans are here. We go through the entire team, alongside how I voted for each position by team, to compare my thoughts on the final roster, players I rated too high or too low, and the names to watch throughout the season. Finally, it's the usual Friday show. We break down every game on the slate, with the spread, and make some picks as the college lacrosse season gets going in 2025. The teams, names, and units you need to know are all here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 109Welcome to 2025! College Lacrosse Preview with Terry Foy
We're back! Welcome to the new year, and the 2025 college lacrosse season is right around the corner. First, the Inside Lacrosse Preseason Top 20 has been released. I take you through my ballot, and how it compares to the final media poll. We talk discrepancies between my vote and the poll, and questions for each team I ranked, plus the teams that are just on the outside of the top 20. Then, we have Terry Foy of Inside Lacrosse join the podcast to preview the coming season. Following "The Greatest Draft", we talk about a lacrosse landscape full of questions, open spots, and opportunities, in what could be one of the most wide open seasons in quite some time. We talk teams to watch, individual players who could have huge seasons, players with something to prove, and a whole ton more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 107Lacrosse Christmas! WBLC Cards, Christmas Wish Lists, and a Zed Williams Trade
Final episode before the holiday season, so it's Lacrosse Christmas. We talk through the Zed Wiliams for Matt Brandau trade first, looking at how each team benefits from the swap and how the players each fit with their new club. Then, we talk a bit about World Box Lacrosse Championship Cards! The pack opening video is up on YouTube, and you can see what we pulled here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2pzcpO4PgY Finally, we go through your lacrosse Christmas wishes. Let's read through what everyone wants this LaxMas! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 107Carolina Chaos coaching staff resigns, the IL Top 50, and talking the WLL Championship Series with Charlotte North
Big news to talk through today. Andy Towers and the Carolina Chaos coaching staff resigned this week, so we delve into what led towards that, the candidates to replace him, the fall out after the news broke, and more. Then the IL top 50 is here! Talking about the names that did make the list, the names that didn't, the process of voting for it, and just how challenging a top 50 is to make and be comfortable with. Finally, the main event. The Women's Lacrosse League launched, and we have WLL Ambassador Charlotte North here to break it down. We talk about the time leading up the announcement, growth in women's sports, the format of the league, the upcoming Championship Series and competing there, and a whole ton more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 106Lacrosse Technology! NLL's new streaming platform, and an interview with Joe Pompo
A lot of lacrosse technology today! After talking about where I'll be sharing content, both written and this podcast, going forward, we discuss NLL+. It's a new direct to consumer streaming platform from the NLL, offering game replays, live game viewing options, features, and more. Why is this important, what does it mean for how you and I will watch the NLL, and why is it so crucial leading up to LA 2028? Then, we keep the tech talk going. Joe Pompo, co-founder of Get Reps, joins to talk about the R1 Smart Lacrosse Ball. Already being used by lacrosse coaches and players like John Galloway, Joey Spallina, Emma Ward, and Michelle Tumolo, it's a ball that allows you to track data and reps in real time as you train. We talk about the genesis of the idea, getting it to market, how it's being used today. Of course, I let my imagination run wild and think about the ways it could impact, competition, broadcast, and advanced analytics, so we cover that too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 105PLL Player Movement, Pat Kavanagh traded, and Jon Donville joins
PLL deals are being struck! We talk through the new contracts for Ethan Rall and Matt Campbell in the context of the looming media rights deal for the league, Marcus Holman getting in a new deal and player motivations to change teams, what the Kieran McArdle signing means for the Waterdogs offseason, and then the big one, the Pat Kavanagh trade. We break down why Boston would make the deal, who they can target with their draft pick return, and why Denver didn't actually break the acquire Kavanagh. Then, it's a conversation with Cannons/Desert Dogs player Jonathan Donville. We talk growing up in juniors, how it molds lacrosse players, the influx of Americans playing in summer box, balancing being a two league pro, and how he handles his role as a lacrosse media member while being an active player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 104Wrapping up the WBLC, previewing the USA Lacrosse Experience, and Jake Taylor joins
The World Box Championships are all wrapped up, so we talk about the performances on both the men's and women's sides of the event, plus some of my favorite stories. We also talk about why events like this should mean so much to the "Grow The Game" crowd. Then, we move on to the next major international lacrosse event, the USA Lacrosse Experience. Team USA will play Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Great Britain this weekend in Sixes. The event is being held at Indiana University, and features both men's and women's competition. On the men's side, the Team USA roster has just one collegiate player, Jake Taylor. We talk to the Notre Dame attackman about getting to play for Team USA, the Sixes format, sharing the field with some other Notre Dame alums, catching feeds from some of the best passers on earth, looking ahead to Los Angeles 2028, and a whole lot more. Donate to Red Cross and support those in need following Hurricane Helene Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 103Putting a bow on the PLL season with championship talk, plus a mailbag full of questions
We start things off with some PLL Championship viewership discussion. The PLL looking at schedule changes to avoid the NFL, a new media rights deal, and some of the other things that can grow viewership particularly in the postseason. Then, it's mailbag time. Your questions answered on topics like PLL Free Agency, Head Coach candidates, NIL, PLL Awards, events this spring, and a whole lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 102Street Lacrosse! Interviews with PLL Players, plus Mike and Paul Rabil, from Philly's Street Lacrosse Event
The second day of PLL Championship Weekend, PLL hosted Street Lacrosse at the Capitolo Playground in Philadelphia. The event featured local food, artists, celebrities like Jason Kelce, Flava Flav, and Jeffrey Wright, and of course plenty of lacrosse. Hear from Michael Sowers, Kyle Harrison, TD Ierlan, Jordie from Barstool, Mike Rabil, and Paul Rabil about why this event is special, and what it does to help grow the sport. I didn't appreciate it fully until I saw the event in person, and now I'm a big supporter of Street Lacrosse. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 101Media Day! Interviews Galore from PLL Championship Weekend!
It's Media Day! The PLL is hosting media members for team press conferences and interviews leading up the Sunday's Championship Game. We talk to a number of players from both the Utah Archers and Maryland Whipsnakes. This episode will feature interviews mashed back to back, rapid fire, in the way they were recorded in the Independence Ballroom at the Philadelphia Marriott. Guests are, in order: Mac O'Keefe Chris Bates Mike Sisselberger Piper Bond Grant Ament Matt Dunn Levi Anderson TJ Malone Ryan Conrad Each interview lasts 8-10 minutes and covers the events of Championship Weekend, briefly touching on the season to this point, and key parts of the matchup for Sunday's Championship game. No ad breaks in the middle for this one, just non-stop interviews for you from Philadelphia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 100100th Episode! Paul Rabil joins the pod to talk learnings, successes, and lessons from the 2024 PLL Regular Season
100 Episodes of Sticks In! A long ride that has been fun and I'm so thankful for everyone who has ever listened in. A special guest for the episode, PLL Co-Founder and President Paul Rabil. On the day before the PLL Quarterfinals, we look back at the 2024 regular season. We talk the first year of having teams attached to home markets. What it takes to build a true home atmosphere, what markets had immediate success in year one, how the PLL measures growth specifically attached to being in a home market, and other learnings. We talk the rule changes that impacted the season. The removal of longpoles from the faceoff spot and the resurgence of that position, how the PLL approached making that decision, the way the players have adjusted to that and the :32 in year two of that change, and the challenges of testing and implementing new rules in the PLL. We look ahead to what's coming, as Paul answers questions related to how soon we can expect a PLL player minimum salary increase, the next steps towards true home and away schedules, the league making more information public like fines and contract terms, and possible future PLL sites (Vegas, anyone?) Thank you to everyone who has ever listened, and thank you to Paul for joining me. Can't wait for the next 100 episodes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
PLL Awards, Quarterfinals Preview, Jake Carraway Retirement
The postseason is here! We are talking about both matchups in the PLL Quarterfinals, happening this weekend at Gillette Stadium. We talk through the news of Jack Rowlett's suspension and how that could impact the game. Then, we talk through the battle of the veteran led Whipsnakes vs the young guns of the Outlaws, and how that can play out. But first, PLL Award nominees are out. We go through each of the positional awards and talk about the case for each candidate, plus a few names who could have been up for an award this year but missed the cut. Finally, we talk the retirement of Jake Carraway, and his brief but bright career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 99PLL in Denver Recap, Jackson Morrill Traded, Interview with Eric Law
The penultimate weekend of PLL lacrosse is in the books. We recap all the action from Denver, and talk about how the results are shaping the playoff picture heading into the last week of the season. Three teams are alive for two playoff spots, and we still can crown a winner of the West. Plus, we break down the lone deal on trade deadline day. Jackson Morrill being acquired from the Whipsnakes by the Archers in exchange for a 3rd round draft pick. Talking why it was good or bad for both sides. Plus a hypothetical trade for an All Pro that I wish was made. Finally, an interview with Denver Outlaws attackman Eric Law joins to talk lacrosse in Colorado, nearly being a goalie, playing for Bill Tierney and Matt Brown, his time in the MLL and PLL, and a whole lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 98PLL Hall of Fame Weekend recap from Baltimore! Plus, the Ryan Conrad trade, and the PLL Playoff Picture
Back after a break, we are talking PLL Hall of Fame weekend in Baltimore! First, we cover the trade that sends Ryan Conrad to the Whipsnakes in the wake of the Tucker Dordevic injury. Then, it's the action from Baltimore. A pair of blowouts means the playoff field is nearly set, but the top six are still battling for seeding. The Whipsnakes dig deep to go 2-0, Denver is cooking, Philly is eliminated, and Carolina and Utah gave us another great edition of their matchup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 97PLL Fairfield Recap, Chaos Head Coach Andy Towers joins the pod
The second half of the Premier Lacrosse League season got underway in Fairfield. We recap the action from the games, talk scenarios going forward towards the playoffs, major moments, and more. Plus, Carolina Chaos head coach Andy Towers joins the show. We talk his beginnings in the lacrosse world, the legends he has played and coached both with and against, becoming a PLL head coach and how that almost didn't happen, building rosters, being more than just a pregame speech guy, and a whole ton more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 96PLL All Star Weekend Recap, Throwback Jersey talk, and PLL Week 6 in Fairfield
The PLL regular season is already halfway done! We take a quick look back at the All Star break. We talking through the various skills competitions, what was great about them, and possibly ways in which they can be improved (just the accuracy contest). We talk about why the game itself is one of the better All Star games in pro sports, and a spend a few minutes getting into one of the more talked about moments of the weekend, the Shellenberger dodge on Jack Rowlett. After that, we look forward to Fairfield. It's throwback weekend, so we talk through the new looks that each of the eight teams will be rocking in Fairfield, including jerseys and new team logos. Then, we preview the four matchups themselves and talk about what each team needs to do to win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 95Recapping the PLL in Boston, Asher Nolting joins the pod
Back after a week off, and recapping the latest in PLL action. Boston homecoming is in the books, we talk the games at Harvard Stadium. We start by looking at the master class from the Atlas and marveling at Jeff Teat's first half of the season, and then we wonder just who deserves the ire for the performance from the Outlaws and Brennan O'Neill. Then, Asher Nolting joins the pod. We talk about his intro to lacrosse in Colorado, having parents that were very competitive individual sport athletes, nearly being a pilot, nearly being a golfer, similarities between Coach Torpey and Coach Holman, and a whole ton more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 94PLL Week 4 Preview - Minnesota, Faceoffs, and more
The Premier Lacrosse League is back off the league bye! The action is in Minnesota this week. Neutral site means that all eight teams are in action. We break down each of the four matchups for the weekend, plus a little extra talk on some of the roster moves from the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 93PLL in Philadelphia Recap, Michael Sowers joins the pod
We are talking all the result from the PLL Weekend in Philadelphia. Atlas stay hot, Waterdogs and some faceoff talk, and the Carolina vs Utah rock fight. Plus, Michael Sowers joins the pod. We talk about coming from a public school program in PA, playing at Princeton and the ride to Duke, his career under legendary lacrosse coaches in college and the pros, not to mention playing for his dad, and a whole lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 92Levi Anderson Trade Breakdown, Philadelphia Weekend Preview for the PLL
It's Week Three of the PLL Season! First, we talk about the trade that sent Levi Anderson to the Maryland Whipsnakes, and a 4th round pick back to the California Redwoods. We discuss the possible motivations for both teams to make the deal, and ask the question, who called who? Then, it's the weekend preview. It's Philadelphia homecoming weekend, so the Waterdogs have a double header. We talk about the nature of the game against the Cannons to start the weekend Saturday, and then each of the matchups and players to watch in the other games of the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 91PLL Charlotte Recap, Brennan O'Neill Heroics, interview with Chaos Goalie Austin Kaut
PLL Week 2 is in the books! We talk through all the action from the weekend in Charlotte for the Carolina Chaos homecoming weekend. We spend a good bit of time on the jaw dropping performance of Brennan O'Neill, and the way he has the power to change the pro lacrosse landscape. Then, Austin Kaut joins the podcast. We talk about his long ride from Springfield Delco High, the recruiting journey that landed him at Penn State, being drafted in one of the best draft's of all time, and joining the MLL before ultimately coming over and joining the Chaos. We also touch on playing for Andy Towers and his underrated skills as a tactician, the current iteration of the Chaos, the feeling of playing in front of the Red Legion, and of course, Cleat Gate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 90PLL heads to Charlotte. Week 2 Preview and final thoughts on week 1
It's the second week of the PLL season, and the league is going to be in Charlotte for Carolina Chaos homecoming weekend. After a few thoughts on the content and action from Week 1, we get into the week two slate. We look at the interesting parts of each matchup, the personnel, what we learned from week one that can teach us things in week two, and more. Plus, we talk briefly on Chris Gray being out of the lineup this week and why it's being made way too big a deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 89PLL Recap from Week One in Albany, Interview with New York Atlas attackman Xander Dickson
PLL Week One is in the books. We recap all the action from the first weekend of games up in Albany. Plus, Xander Dickson joins the show. We talk about growing up in a family of athletes, competing in everything, adapting his game at the college and pro level, the Atlas suddenly being the top team in the PLL, playing with great feeders like Jeff Teat and Connor Shellenberger, and getting a team fine for being bad on the aux cord. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 88PLL Opening Weekend, Roster Moves, and Jake Piseno joins the Pod
PLL season is upon us! We start by sharing a few thoughts on training camp, then we run through the info that came from the press conferences with coaches on Thursday. We talk through some of the surprising roster moves, and preview each of the weekends games. Plus, we have an interview with Denver Outlaws rookie LSM Jake Piseno. We talk through finding his way to lacrosse, training with Ric Beardsley, his experience at Albany, the stardom that came with his play at World Championships for the Haudenosaunee, his tattoos, going pro, Coach Scott Marr reining him in, and a whole lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 87Championship Weekend Review
After a long journey home, we talk through the action from the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Championship Weekend. We cover Notre Dame's dominance, Maryland's game planning, Adelphi playing old school, and the all our shootout of the Tufts/RIT game in DIII. I add some color with comments from coaches after the games, and start to look ahead to the PLL season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 86PLL Trading Cards, interview with Todd Tobias
A new set of PLL trading cards is here, and it includes base cards, autographs, and numbered parallels to chase. We talk to card expert Todd Tobias about the PLL producing the cards themselves, the new set, the possibilities in the secondary market, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 85NCAA Quarterfinals Preview, DII and DIII Previews, NLL Finals talk
It's a massive lacrosse weekend, and we're talking through all of it. We start with a look at the NLL Finals which get going Friday night in Albany, as the Firewolves will look to upset the Bandits and claim the cup in the best of three series. Then, it's the Saturday slate. And not just the DI slate. We talk the quarterfinal matchups between Notre Dame and Georgetown, and Duke and Maryland, that will be played at Hofstra. Then, it's a look at the DIII Elite Eight games that also take place on Saturday, including some talk of the best cinderella going right now, Saint John Fisher. Finally, the Sunday lineup. Both DI quarterfinals that are being played at Towson, and the DII semifinals that are also taking place as two teams will earn their spots in the title game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 84Media All Americans, NCAA tournament opening round, and PLL Street Lacrosse
We take a look back at the chalky opening round of the NCAA DI men's lacrosse tournament. The games where we maybe had a shot for an upset, the blowouts, the upset picks that became anything but upsets, and some of the other storylines of the weekend. Then, it's the DI Media All Americans. We go through the final winners, and I give you my ballot for the spots, and talk through the differences and difficult choices, plus shouting out a few guys who deserve some further recognition. Finally, a few words on PLL Street Lacrosse. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 83NCAA Tournament Opening Round Preview
NCAA tournament time is here! We spend a few minutes looking at the bracket, and the tournament resumes of the teams that got in. We talk Maryland as a host, Penn vs Penn State, and the committee getting the bracket just about right. Then, we preview all eight tournament games this weekend. Who can pull off the upsets, who are the trendy underdog picks going to be, and who are the star players who can swing the outcomes of the games. To donate to the GoFundMe that will support the Robinsons during this horrible time, go here: https://gofund.me/ae4f716e Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 82PLL Draft Recap and Reactions
After a long day and night, we are recapping all the action from the 2024 PLL Draft. We go team by team, talking about each pick the clubs made from one of the most stacked classes in years. We also look at some of the major surprises like: Pat Kavanagh sliding to 6th TJ Malone sliding to the 3rd round The Redwoods trading for Cole Kastner The big names that went undrafted The first overall pick decision coming down to the last few hours And a whole lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 81NLL Quarterfinal recap, college conference tournaments set, and a UNC rant
The NLL Playoffs are out to a fiery start. We talk through all four quarterfinal matchups, breaking down the unbelievable goalie play, chippy end for the Halifax Thunderbirds, a star emerging for PCLC, and Josh Byrne being a cold blooded assassin. Then, it's the Tuesday Top 20. We go through the latest media poll and talk about all the results from the end of the regular season. Who is alive in conference tournaments, who is in the mix for an at large bid, and what in the world was UNC doing at the end of their game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 80NLL Quarterfinals preview, college conference tournament scenarios
The NLL Playoffs have arrived, we preview each of the four matchups this weekend. All are single elimination, stakes couldn't be higher. Then we preview the college lacrosse weekend. We're talking through conference seeding scenarios as we go, plus who could be bubble team come time for the NCAA tournament, and where we might see some bid thievery. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 79The NLL Playoffs are set, plus the Tuesday Top 20
The NLL playoffs are locked in. We talk through all the results of the weekend, how Rochester turned a 3% chance into a trip to the postseason, and put a bow on what was a great regular season in the NLL. Then, we go through the Tuesday Top 20. Breaking down the latest media poll, and stopping to talk about the incredible Cuse/UVA game, conference tournament scenarios, individual records in sight, and more as the final regular season week gets underway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 78PLL Hall of Famers, NLL Playoff Scenarios, College Lacrosse Preview
The PLL has announced the Hall of Fame Class of 2024. We talk through each of the new members, spending a little more time talking about why it's important that players like Lee Zink find their way into the Hall of Fame. Then, we take it indoors. We go talk through the NLL playoff scenarios, specifically for the five teams still alive for a playoff spot. Who needs who to win, lose, and so on to secure a postseason bid. Finally, we take a trip around college lacrosse, previewing the biggest games of the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 77NLL Playoffs, College Roundup, PLL Mock Draft??
We open with some talk to catch up on the NLL Playoff Picture. Results from the weekend saw Buffalo and Halifax clinch, meaning there are two remaining playoff spots and four teams left to claim them. We talk through the games coming up, and the recent form for each team, as we try to make sense of how things shake out. Then, we journey through the college lacrosse top 20. We talk through my ballot for the media poll and where each team actually ended up, plus we touch on the RPI rankings, the madness of the Patriot League, Ivy League tournament hosting scenarios, and more results from the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.