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We've got a quick rundown for you of all the action in college lacrosse coming up this weekend, including game spreads and picks. Plus, I have a few recs for games you should catch in the DII and DIII world, and some NLL games that will have playoff atmosphere a couple weeks early. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back after a week off. NLL March to May is heating up. We'll talk through each team that has locked up a spot, who still is in contention, and who is looking to play spoiler. Then, after talking Cornell/Cuse and the Tewaaraton race, we go through latest Inside Lacrosse Media Poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We start by breaking down the positives and negatives of the Bill Tierney coaching hire in the PLL, as the legendary coach was named the new top dog for Philadelphia. We talk his coaching style, the fit in the pro game, and the news breaking itself. Then we go through my midseason all american ballot, highlighting the players who have really stood out through the first half of the season. Finally, we preview the entire college slate for the weekend, making some picks as we go. To read about my three favorite games of the week, head to SticksInLacrosse.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We look at the NLL action from over the weekend to see who has punched their ticket to the playoffs and who is now playing some early playoff games.We talk through the results of the college weekend and then, as always on Tuesday, we go through my media Top 20 ballot and compare it to the final Inside Lacrosse media poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before we get to what's on tap for the weekend, we talk through a big week in the lacrosse world.We celebrate Pat Spencer getting his first NBA bucket and the incredible road to being a pro basketball player. Then we talk through the mid week results, including Connor Shellenberger become the UVA all time points leader, St Joe's upsetting Penn, and the Cuse defense putting the clamps on Duke. Then it's the weekend preview. A few NLL games to watch as the playoff picture takes shape indoors, and all the big games for this weekend in the college world. That includes a few DII and DIII games for you to keep an eye on as well. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We start by talking through the March to May and current NLL playoff picture, while we look at results from last weekend as teams play for their playoff lives. Then, a quick touch on recent PLL moves including the Redwoods signing Malik Sparrow and trading for Chris Gray. After that, it's the Tuesday Top 20, a trip through the latest media poll and a look back at the 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.

We look at the four moves from the NLL trade deadline, and talk how each team got better for making them. That includes a little extra time on the Riptide dealing what has a chance to be the top pick in the draft. Then, we talk through the college lacrosse of the weekend. We start with a few words about the Mustang Classic, which if you're a DIII fan you know is must see. Then we go through the DI slide, look at the lines, and make our picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the third week in a row, the number one team in lacrosse loses as Denver fell at home to Yale. We look at that game, plus the entire Top 20 media poll this week and how very different my ballot was in a few spots. Before that, we talk about the state of the NLL since the trade deadline is today, and then we briefly update on some of the latest signings in PLL free agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With a week of free agency in the PLL wrapping up, we've got plenty of moves to discuss. We go team by team to talk about the moves made so far, what teams still are in the market, who is holding firm until the draft.Then, we preview the weekend slate of college games including what should be a great event in Charlotte at the Crown Classic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was a wild first day of free agency in the PLL. We talk through the signings that stole the headlines, some deals that are still to come, and more to watch as the week goes on.Then, a new #1 is crowed in the top 20. We talk through the media poll, my ballot, and teams to watch this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We start by discussing the news that that Andy Copelan has stepped down as head coach of the Philadelphia Waterdogs. Talking through his tenure as the leader, the teams outlook, and the nature in which these stories are reported and come out for fans. Then, we talk through the instant classic Syracuse/Army OT thriller, before we look at the entire slate of college games that are coming this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's a new number on team in the nation! Notre Dame's loss throws the top 20 into turmoil, so we look at how things shook out after a weekend of action in DI men's lacrosse.But before that, Tewaaraton winner Pat Spencer made his NBA debut on Monday night. We talk about the journey to the NBA and the remarkable accomplishment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Positive Friday, time to preview the weekend of college lacrosse games.Before we do that, we look at some of the results from the midweek action, including some big wins for ranked teams. We talk about players reaching milestones and having big performances, and why it's better to just be happy for them. Then it's weekend preview, talking through each matchup on the calendar, the spreads, and making some picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are back home after a long weekend of Sixes at the Premier Lacrosse League Championship Series. I talk through some of major takeaways from the event, including the things I loved and things I would maybe want to change in the future. Topics include roster size, physical play, budding rivalries, and cultivating stars. Then, it's a trip through this week's college top 20 poll, where teams ended up, how I voted, and the other teams considered. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a huge lacrosse weekend, and the Friday show is here to get you ready. We talk through the first night of PLL Championship Series, plus thoughts on the format, the players, and more.Then, a brief look at Notre Dame's midweek season opener, before running through the full slate of games for the college weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's our first update to the Top 20. We look back at some of the results from the early goings of the college season, then we break down the latest IL poll and why I voted the way I did relative to the final poll. Plus, some quick talk of the PLL Championship Series, which opens up Wednesday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's positive Friday and time for the weekend preview.But first, we talk about the new PLL partner Metabilia and what it means for fans of the league looking for collectibles. Plus, we look back at the college games that played during the weekend, including Boston U vs St Joseph's and Hopkins vs Towson.Then we go game by game through the college slate, talking matchups and spreads for each game on the calendar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's no new media poll this week so no Top 20 ballot, but we still talk through all the results from the college lacrosse opening weekend. We cover the Hopkins/Denver thriller, the first look at the Cuse offense, Colgate's massive upset of Penn State, and more. Plus, I went to the New England Youth Lacrosse Convention. I learned a ton about youth lacrosse, college lacrosse, PLL lacrosse, Sixes, and heard from speakers like Brian Holman, Matt Striebel, Gerry Byrne, Pete Lasagna, and more. I've got some takeaways for the pro and college games from my time there. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's the first Friday episode of the college lacrosse season!We go through the weekend slate of games and talk each matchup, and of course we make some picks.But first, we talk All Americans. The preseason AA list is out, so we talk who was on it, how I voted and why, and whether it actually means anything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first Tuesday Top 20 of the 2024 season is here! We talk through the Inside Lacrosse Preseason Media Poll, and I go through my entire ballot. We talk everyone I ranked in the top 20 and why I put them where I did, plus teams that I had also considered but just missed the cut, and a few teams that got votes in the poll I didn't even consider. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are talking PLL Championship Series. First, we go through the players who have been signed for Championship Series contracts, giving them an opportunity to shine. Then, we talk through the Women's Pro Lacrosse Exhibition that will feature Charlotte North, Dana Dobbie, and Lizzie Colson and be played during the Championship series.Then, Yale attackman Matt Brandau joins the pod to discuss maximizing his time at Yale, the mindset of the team, playing for Coach Andy Shay, goals for the year, playing Sixes for Team USA, 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.

Welcome to 2024! We cover the PLL schedule release and the information that is still yet to come out, talk through some preseason DI men's college top 20, and reveal a few New Year's Resolutions as we look ahead to Sticks In in the new year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A quick episode talking through the proposal/conversation/debate/ideas/coaches vote/whatever else that's been all about, of course, the faceoff again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A little bit of everything this episode. We cover the trade that sent Matt Rees to the Whipsnakes for Connor Kirst and Bryce Young, plus some roster moves ahead of the Championship Series. In the college world, we talk about the IL Top 50, and the sad news of Lindenwood ending their lacrosse program at the end of this year. Plus, we talk about NLL opening weekend and all the big moments from it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss the eight home markets that were selected for PLL clubs, covering why they were chosen, and some of the criteria that fans may not have fully considered in the process. Plus, we look at a few places that didn't get a team. We also talk through the new conference structure of the league, the upcoming salary cap increase, and the offseason calendar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talk about the news that LA 2028 has officially recommended lacrosse be included in the Olympics. Talking through what it means now, for the next five years, and for the game at large. Plus, we talk about Bucknell, Monmouth, Lehigh, and Johns Hopkins visiting Hofstra for a day of fall ball at the Nick Colleluori Classic for the Headstrong Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are back to talk all things PLL Championship Weekend. From the way PLL marketed the event in Philly, to the events of the weekend leading up to the game, and of course, the game itself. We also touch briefly on the way both the Archers and Waterdogs are constructed for future success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Street Lacrosse has been announced! We're talking about the announcement and how it fits into the growth of lacrosse.Then we recap the regular season, some of fun stories and matchups from Salt Lake City, and talking through the Quarterfinal matchups before Monday's triple header at Gillette Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talking through the trade that sends Jackson Morrill to the Whipsnakes. Why it makes sense for Chrome, why it makes sense for Whips, the bet that they're both making, and the best outcomes for it. Then, we go through PLL playoff scenarios by team. What is at stake for all eight teams in the league this week as they wrap up the regular season in Salt Lake City.Finally, we open up the mail. Questions about specific players joining teams, league investment, expansion, throwback jerseys, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back after a break, we discuss the Myles Jones for Romar Dennis trade. We talk through the ways it could have a big impact or small impact, and which of those two things seems more likely. Then, Redwoods midfielder Cole Kirst joins the podcast to talk about growing up in a lacrosse family, the Kirst Cup in New Jersey, being drafted by the Redwoods, and his time in the PLL so far. Finally, we recap the Baltimore games, including who stood out and who looks ready for to make a run in the postseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talk about the PLL All Star weekend in Louisville, including the freestyle competition and other skills events. Plus Jarrod Neumann's Tony Hawk-esque moment in the Fastest Shot contest, and of course, the actual game itself.Then, we talk through the list of finalists for locations for the eight PLL clubs. 26 locations are on the list, which is actually not all that different from the list before the cut down. We talk about what that could mean and why there is so much more to location picking than ticket sales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PLL All Star Weekend is here, so we are talking all things related to that. We talk through the format, the different events, the rosters, the snubs, and why the PLL delivers a high quality all star game even if the big four sports might not.Then, we go through each of the games from Week 5 in Fairfield. We are talking the results, standout players, outlooks going forward, and the atmosphere that was so great at Fairfield U. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We recap all four games from PLL Week 4 in Minneapolis following the break for World Championships.But first, we discuss the faceoff strategy used by the Waterdogs and Cannons. What worked, what didn't, what still could be happening, and the learnings from a weekend where faceoffs were center stage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talk through the World Lacrosse Championships in San Diego including the big takeaways, USA/Canada, and the players outside of Pool A who had a great showing at the game. Plus, we preview the upcoming PLL slate as the league gets back to action in Minnesota.But before all that, Redwoods attackman Ryder Garnsey joins the pod to talk playing and coaching at Notre Dame, his expanded role on the Woods this season, playing for Junior, and if he ever has actually scored the same goal twice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talking through all the action of the third week of the PLL season and constant greatness that is one goal games. Plus, why it's good to sell out venues, the highlights on social, and wild ideas to handle the faceoff strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We look back at PLL Week 2 in Charlotte. Examining the venue, what the players and coaches thought of the atmosphere, the TV ratings, and of course a game by game recap of the games themselves.We also talk to Archers, Swarm, and Team Canada Goalie Brett Dobson. We cover growing up around multiple sports, attending the Hill Academy and one of the best programs in North America, the decision to go to St Bonaventure and his time there, and going to the pros. Plus, we get to the bottom of it the goalie position is really as simple as "just get hit with the thing". All that and much more in a great interview. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After putting a bow on the college season with some Notre Dame and Tewaaraton talk, we look at the first week of PLL action in Albany. Breaking down each game, the big performances, our first look at the rule changes, what coaches and players had to say, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talking through all the news from a huge day for the PLL. Ringing the bell at NASDAQ, going city based, why we all get way too excited, actually still touring, and more. Then, a close look at each of the two Final Four matchups this weekend, with picks for both games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lot of topics today as we cover:- Lyle Thompson playing in MSL for Six Nations this week. We talk the minor overreactions to this news, and what the implications are for the PLL.- Jared Bernhardt retiring from the NFL. We discuss his current status as a PLL prospect, and what teams could use him and are best positioned to sign him if available. - PLL Rule Changes and Roster moves. How the reduced shot clock scenarios, changed two point line, and other changes will affect on field play and go down some conspiracy theory rabbit holes- A recap of the quarterfinal games over the weekend, and a look at how the losing teams are positioned for next year while the winning teams get ready for Philadelphia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We preview at great length all four of the quarterfinal matchups this weekend in the NCAA tournament. But before that, we open some mail. Topics include all time great championship weekend games, possible rule changes, PLL picks, PLL expansion, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss the massive news that Lyle Thompson will take a sabbatical and not play in the PLL this summer. We discuss how it affects the Cannons on the field, from a front office stand point, and how Thompson's absence could affect the league as a whole this summer.Then, we recap one of the best weekends of NCAA tournament games in recent memory, covering who stood out, the early fate of the Ivy's, and the huge difference in the elite eight from last year to this year.Please like, subscribe, review! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We open with some talk about Tuesday night's PLL draft. Who fell a bit and why they did, moves that were great, moves that were puzzling, and touching on each team's big hits. Then, we talk Tewaaraton. Discussing why it's always attackman on the list, why that maybe should change, and who I'm picking from the finalists. Finally, we do the weekend preview, NCAA style. Talking through each matchup, who's going to win, and who's going to cover. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday without a Top 20! Today, it's all about the aftermath of selection Sunday. Talking through the seeded teams, the layout of the bracket, interesting early matchups, and the scenarios as they played out over the weekend.Then, it's PLL draft day. We talk through what each team needs, who they should target, and who are some of the names you might not know yet but could hear at the draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a surprise piece of news, Sportico reported that the PLL is moving towards going to a geo based model soon, assigning affiliations to teams within the next year. In a rapid fire response to the news, we cover the article, how the PLL can evaluate markets, what cities could be left out, the return of MLL branding, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We heard from Paul Rabil and half the Head Coach/GMs in the PLL leading up to the draft on ESPNU on 5/9. Hear what they had to say, and how it could signal who they may be leaning towards picking. Plus, previewing and picking the winner of each of the conference tournaments, and the usual run down of the top 20 ballot and final media poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The PLL has revealed the location of the All Star Game: Louisville, Kentucky. I talk through the benefits of going to a non hotbed, and three major questions I have about the decision to take All Star weekend to Louisville. Then, our trip through the college slate with our usual picks, plus talking through conference tournament scenarios and seeding with an eye on NCAA tournament play. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We talk through the PLL Matchup release including some of the game start times, what the PLL can learn from new markets, and the matchups that you need to circle right away. Then, a big interview with Nick Ossello on his time at Notre Dame, going pro, having to become an adult, podcasting, and broadcasting. Plus, we talk the business Nick helped found, Second Slide, and how it's disrupting the apparel business and helping budding new lacrosse programs.Plus, our usual Friday trip through the weekend slate with picks and spreads. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Tuesday poll, but done with a tournament focused flavor. We talk RPI for all the teams in the Top 20, the resume for those on the bubble, what teams can do to improve their bid, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Big Friday episode. We cover the news of the PLL Draft being announced, preview the final edition of my PLL Draft Big Board. Then, we're answering questions from the mailbag about growing the game, adding lacrosse to big time schools, free agency, injuries, and more.Finally, we go through the full weekend college slate and make out Friday picks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday episode means we are talking through my weekly ballot and taking a look at the latest media poll. In a week where so many Top 20 teams lost, there's tons of movement to discuss.But before we do that, I take a look at the four players I think are in the driver seat for the Tewaaraton this year. And of course, we talk a little bit about gloves and #GloveGate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.