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Helping Coaches and Players improve through engaging conversations with the best minds in Lacrosse.
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1Anish Shroff, media analyst and play by play for ESPN, joins The Ride to discuss Top Performers in College Lacrosse, behind the scenes working as an analyst, and why the Lacrosse community maybe isn't ready for primetime?#lax #lacrosse #collegelacrosse
Austin Kaut, Goalkeeper for the Carolina Chaos, joins The Ride to discuss man and zone strategies from a goalie perspective, physical and mental training techniques, developing as a backup and more! #lax #lacrosse #collegelacrosse
Joe Amplo, Head Coach of Navy, joins The Ride to discuss building Marquette from the ground up, taking the jump to the Naval Academy, 1v1 Defensive Player development, and more!#lax #lacrosse #collegelacrosse
The 2026 Season Begins! Dan Arestia, lacrosse journalist and voting media member, joins The Ride to discuss the Opening Week of College Lacrosse. Dan gives his predictions as well as insight into his voting on Inside Lacrosse Player Top 50 and Top 20 Teams!#lax #lacrosse #lacrossepodcast
Neil Duffy, legendary Coach and teacher joins The Ride to discuss creative player development, effective training methods, and game strategy.
Tay Rodriguez, faceoff specialist for the University of Michigan, joins The Ride to discuss his breakout social media fame and navigating the world of NIL as both a coach and player. Other topics include elite faceoff development, wingplay tactics, the transition game, and more!
Paul Carcaterra, ESPN analyst and lacrosse ambassador, stops by The Ride to discuss the start of the 2026 College Lacrosse season.
Sean Byrne, Goalkeeper for Army, joins the Ride to discuss his rise from zero star recruit to leading one of the top defenses in the country, goalie/player development evolution in his four years, traits that do and do matter for Goalkeepers, the 2026 season outlook and more!#lax #lacrosse #lacrossepodcast
Andy Copelan, former Head Coach of the Waterdogs, Fairfield University, and Marist University, joins the Ride to discuss the DNA of Great Programs.Topics include Andy's Offensive Principles, Fairfield's success against Top Ranked opponents, how he gets top PLL talent to mesh into a cohesive offense, and much more!#lax #lacrosse
Jesse Bernhardt, Defensive Coordinator of University of Maryland, joins The Ride to discuss building great defense. Topics include teaching phases of 1 on 1 concepts, when and how to engage a dodger, communication and connection between a D unit, and more!
Zack Capozzi, Founder of Lacrosse Reference, returns to The Ride to discuss how best to utilize Data and Analytics to improve both players and teams, what are the most Overvalued/Undervalued metrics, the future of Data in lacrosse and more!Lacrosse Reference Websitehttps://lacrossereference.com/#lax #laxpodcast #lacrosse
Jim Stagnitta, Head Coach of the Maryland Whipsnakes, joins The Ride to discuss his over 30-plus year journey in lacrosse. Topics include leadership lessons he’s learned at various stops in his career, youth player development and current state of the club and tournament landscape. Finally, we wrap by recapping the Whipsnakes’ 2025 season and looking ahead to their 2026 campaign.
Eric Ruppel, Head Coach of Emory & Henry and Mexican National Team, joins The Ride to discuss the current Olympic and Worlds format, building E&H a day after Hurricane Helene, and updating lacrosse from the stone ages in Strength and Conditioning practices.
Paul Richards, Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator for University of Richmond, joins The Ride to discuss the DNA of Defensive Culture, 3 core principles, the 2025 quarterfinal against Cornell, off-season player development, and more!
Elliot Bender (aka TheBoxLacrosseGuy) joins The Ride to discuss melding Box lacrosse principles into the field game. Other topics include, shooting techniques, 2 man game tips, and playing "paranoid" on the field.
Chris Burke, defensive coordinator at Hampton University, joins The Ride to discus a wide range of topics including Perimeter Midfield Defense, the influence of his Military Background on his Coaching Philosophy, bringing Intensity and Violence to practice, and how Hampton can notch their first win in program history in 2026.
Ryan Lanigan, Defensive Coordinator at Sienna, joins The Ride to discuss the correct way to teach sliding and recovering, the benefits of the V-hold, defensive strategies, footwork on approaches and how to foster player development.
Coach Kyle Hayes, Offensive Coordinator for LIU, joins for an insightful conversation on offensive player development, principles of offensive play and the path from playing in college to becoming a coach. They discuss the importance of creativity in offense, the art of breaking bad habits, effective recruiting strategies, and the significance of a strong riding and ground ball swarm mentality. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome05:15 Coaching Journey and Imposter Syndrome09:22 Recruiting and Building a Brand27:24 Fall Season and Offensive Principles39:13 Key Concepts in Lacrosse Offense39:30 Breaking Down ROA: Range, Open, Angle42:45 Gap Theory and Creating Space44:27 Attacking Vertical Space46:35 Swarm Mentality in Lacrosse49:36 Effective Riding Techniques01:00:28 Balancing Creativity and Structure in Offense01:07:55 Favorite Drills and Practice Techniques01:12:43 Final Thoughts
Tom Mariano, Head Coach at Pace University, joins The Ride to talk the importance of skill development, practice planning as he delves into his extensive experience and innovative methods. Learn about his journey, from coaching college teams to international squads like Korea, and gain insights into motivational strategies, practice drills, and how to foster a love for the game. Whether you're a coach, player, or enthusiast, this episode is packed with invaluable advice and real-world anecdotes that highlight the nuances of developing successful and passionate lacrosse athletes.Tom Mariano Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/tom_marianocoach/
Anthony Kelly, Head Coach of the California Redwoods, discusses various aspects of coaching, team building, and league dynamics. He shares insights on the importance of feedback, and rolling out new initiatives like reading 'The Energy Bus' by Jon Gordon for team motivation. Kelly emphasizes a focus on culture, especially for a team with both seasoned players and rookies, and highlights the importance of close communication, team bonding activities, and strategic decisions in achieving success. Additionally, Kelly touches on topics such as Ohio State's lacrosse achievements, the impact of the NIL on college recruiting, and the benefits of box lacrosse for player development. The conversation ends with insights into the faceoff position and a notable incident involving an in-game interview.
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