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Welcome to The AnythingLAX Show, the game that never sits still.
Hosted by Jacob MacDonald, this is your home for everything box lacrosse from the National Lacrosse League to summer ball and beyond.
Every week, we break down the players, the stories, the rumors, and the culture that keeps the fastest game on two feet moving.
Honest takes, fan-driven conversations, and no fluff just real lacrosse talk from someone who lives and breathes the sport.
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
Hosted by Jacob MacDonald, this is your home for everything box lacrosse from the National Lacrosse League to summer ball and beyond.
Every week, we break down the players, the stories, the rumors, and the culture that keeps the fastest game on two feet moving.
Honest takes, fan-driven conversations, and no fluff just real lacrosse talk from someone who lives and breathes the sport.
New episodes every Monday and Thursday.
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Episode 35 of Anything LAX.Jacob MacDonald recaps NLL Week 10 with game-by-game breakdown, awards, player totals, standings, and next week’s matchups.Includes an in-depth interview with Halifax Thunderbirds draft pick Ashton Brown, plus a debate on whether Brett Dobson is the NLL’s Patrick Roy and a discussion on marketing ideas to boost attendance.
D1 college lacrosse is officially back. I recap Week 1 game-by-game, hit the biggest performances and moments, then preview every Week 2 matchup. After college, I walk through PLL Nation and how to sign up and use it.Comment what you want covered in the next episode.
Episode 33 of The Anything LAX Show: we break down the Rylan Hartley hit and ejection, recap Week 10, then preview Week 11 with predictions. Interview included: Levi Touhey (Halifax draft pick) on his background and what’s next.
College lacrosse is back and Week 1 is already loaded.Episode 32 of The Anything LAX Show includes a recap of Utah vs Delaware (16–9), a Week 1 slate rundown with what to watch, and a debate on who is the face of college lacrosse right now.Plus, Jake sits down with Evan Crowder (Stunna) for an interview and closes the episode with a PLL Team look-through, walking through what’s currently on the league site.Comment what you want covered in the next episode and tell me your face of the league pick.
Episode 31 is the full NLL weekend recap.We start with two big talking points: Toronto attendance (numbers, not vibes) and the crease rules debate that keeps flipping possessions. Then we run through the weekend finals, standings, points leaders, a full game-by-game breakdown, power rankings, Anything LAX awards of the week, and predictions for next weekend.Comment what you want covered in the next episode, and join the Discord to talk NLL all week.
Episode 30 is your complete PLL beginner deep dive.I explain the PLL from scratch: touring model vs home markets, how the season schedule works, the Championship Series in Sixes, draft and player movement basics, salary cap and player pay (what’s confirmed vs what’s reported), key rule differences, and a full championship history rundown.Quick news first: Dawson “Feed” Theede trade + a Trey Deere update.Comment what you want covered next episode.
Episode 29 of the Anything LAX Podcast is all about unpredictability.This weekend belonged to the underdogs. Teams stepped up, expectations flipped, and the NLL reminded everyone why it’s the best sport in the world.I break down every game from the weekend, touch on attendance and league storylines, hand out weekly awards, and give my power rankings and predictions. I’m also joined by Cody Janzen, the voice of the Saskatchewan Rush, to talk about his time in lacrosse and what he’s seeing around the league this season.Listen, react, and let me know what you want covered next.
Episode 28 is my NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse foundation episode. I’m new to college lacrosse, so I’m learning it in real time and bringing you with me.We break down how NCAA D1 works, conferences and team roll call, how the tournament path works, and my “two guys to watch” method for following rosters this season. Then I quickly touch the PLL schedule drop, and next week is a full PLL deep dive.
Week 7 flipped the league on its head.In Episode 27 of The Anything LAX Show, we break down all eight NLL games from the weekend, including Saskatchewan’s offensive explosion, Rochester’s statement weekend, elite goaltending performances, and the growing conversation around Halifax’s aggressive style of play.We’re also joined by Josh Mills, a Division I lacrosse player with Minto Cup experience. Josh talks about his path through box and field lacrosse, development at different levels, and what it really takes to keep climbing in this sport.This episode also covers injury news, updated standings, league leaders, power rankings, players of the week, and a full Week 8 preview.One box episode per week. More depth. No shortcuts.
Week 7 brings real pressure in the NLL.Rochester and Halifax both face back-to-back games, the standings remain tight, and the league is starting to show who is built for the grind.In Episode 26 of The Anything LAX Show, we discuss:NLL Week 7 preview and key matchupsLeague standings and current points leadersThe impact of back-to-back gamesNews and timeline talkInterview with Derek Miller of Lax Tillymen (@laxtillymen)If you’re following the NLL closely, this is a weekend you cannot ignore.Follow Anything LAX and comment what you want covered in the next episode.
In Episode 25 of The Anything LAX Show, we tackle one of the biggest debates in lacrosse:Who would win — the best of the NLL or the best of the PLL?We break down a potential Sixes-style NLL vs PLL showcase, then dig into elite NLL defenses, tiering all 14 teams using goals-against averages to separate contenders from pretenders.From there, it’s a full Week 6 game-by-game recap, updated Week 7 Power Rankings, and Weekly Awards, including Rookie of the Week.📌 Topics covered:• NLL vs PLL Sixes concept• Defensive tiers across the league• Week 6 recap• Week 7 Power Rankings• Weekly awards
Week 6 in the NLL is wide open.In Episode 24, I preview every game on the Week 6 schedule, break down the biggest matchups, and give my picks heading into what feels like an anything can happen weekend.We start with the Friday night rematch between Halifax and Saskatchewan, then move through a loaded Saturday slate where every game feels like a toss-up.I also briefly explain the Brett Dobson situation from last week before getting into the previews.Thanks for listening — and comment what you want covered in the next episode.
Week 5 had everything — statement wins, a one-goal thriller, a defensive shutdown, and then a trade that changes the outlook in Colorado.In Episode 23 of The Anything LAX Show, I go game-by-game in-depth through all five matchups (Rush/Thunderbirds, Desert Dogs/Rock, Black Bears/Wings, Swarm/Mammoth, Bandits/Roughnecks), hit the biggest news of the week (including the Jack Hannah deal), then finish with power rankings + weekly awards.Comment what you want covered in the next episode, and Happy New Year — the game that never sits still.
Spotify Episode DescriptionEpisode 22 of Anything Lacrosse covers a wild Week 4 in the National Lacrosse League, including a rare goalie fight, big statement wins, updated power rankings, and a full Week 5 preview.Jake breaks down all four games from the weekend, hands out weekly awards, and discusses the Jack Hannah offer-sheet situation and why a trade may still be coming.🎄 With Christmas week here, this is the only episode of the week — packed with everything you need before the next slate of NLL games.Week 4 NLL recap (all games)Rochester vs Philadelphia goalie fightJack Hannah offer sheet analysisWeekly awardsUpdated Top 8 power rankingsWeek 5 NLL preview & picks💬 Comment what you want covered in the next episode📲 Follow the show for weekly NLL coverage
Episode 21 of The Anything LAX Show delivers a full in-depth NLL Week 4 preview, breaking down the biggest storylines across the National Lacrosse League as the season continues to take shape.In this episode, we cover:• A complete NLL Week 4 preview, including key matchups and teams to watch• Updated NLL Power Rankings and how momentum is shifting around the league• Current NLL point leaders and which players are driving offense right now• A breakdown of the best goalies in the NLL, highlighting top performances and consistency• League-wide trends, strengths, and concerns heading into Week 4Whether you’re a die-hard box lacrosse fan or looking to better understand the NLL landscape, this episode provides clear analysis, rankings, and insight to get you ready for another week of action.🎧 Subscribe to The Anything LAX Show for weekly NLL previews, recaps, power rankings, player analysis, and box lacrosse coverage.💬 Comment what YOU want covered in the next episode.#NLL #AnythingLAX #BoxLacrosse #NLLWeek4 #LacrossePodcast #PowerRankings #NLLGoalies
Episode 20 of The Anything LAX Show delivers a full NLL Week 3 recap, breaking down every major storyline from the weekend across the National Lacrosse League.In this episode, we cover:• A deep NLL Week 3 review & game recap• Updated NLL Power Rankings and where teams stand heading forward• Best Players of the Week and standout performances across the league• An in-depth breakdown of box lacrosse fundamentals, including offensive and defensive structure• A clear explanation of NLL game structure, rules, and systems — perfect for new and growing fansWhether you’re a longtime box lacrosse fan or just learning the game, this episode combines detailed analysis with back-to-basics education to hel
In this episode, we cover:• A full NLL Week 3 preview — key matchups, storylines, and teams to watch• An in-depth interview with Charlie Malcom, talking lacrosse development, mindset, and his path in the game• NLL vs PLL discussion — where both leagues stand right now and how the growth compares• Updated Week 3 NLL Power Rankings and why certain teams are rising or fallingWhether you’re a hardcore box lacrosse fan or just getting into the NLL, this episode gives you clear analysis, honest opinions, and real conversations from inside the lacrosse world.🎧 Subscribe to The Anything LAX Show for weekly NLL coverage, interviews, power rankings, and league news.💬 Comment what YOU want us to cover in the next episode.#NLL #AnythingLAX #BoxLacrosse #NLLWeek3 #LacrossePodcast #PLLvsNLL
In Episode 18 of The Anything LAX Show, we break down NLL Week 2 with a full recap of every major storyline, momentum swing, and standout performance across the league.I also hand out this week’s Anything LAX Player Awards, highlighting the top offensive threats, defensive standouts, clutch goalies, and underrated impact players you need to keep an eye on.If you’re looking for sharp analysis, honest reactions, and a true fan’s perspective on the National Lacrosse League, this episode has you covered.Keywords: National Lacrosse League, NLL Week 2 Recap, NLL Player Awards, box lacrosse analysis, Halifax Thunderbirds, Saskatchewan Rush, Calgary Roughnecks, Buffalo Bandits, Toronto Rock, NLL news, lacrosse podcast.
Episode 17 dives into a massive week around the NLL.I sit down with NLL writer Graham Perrow (NLL Chatter) for a full interview covering his insights, storylines he’s watching, and how he approaches breaking down the league each week. After that, I run through my Week 2 NLL preview, touching on key matchups, players to watch, and early-season trends.To close things out, I give a quick shoutout to the upcoming Mighty Oaks documentary — definitely one to keep on your radar.Thanks for listening, and enjoy Episode 17 of The Anything LAX Show.
n this episode, we break down NLL Week 1, the biggest moments, the standout performances, and what the early results tell us. We also dive into the new replay system, how it worked in real time, and what it means for the rest of the season.We wrap things up with the Anything LAX Player Awards, highlighting the top point-getters and the players who made the biggest impact this week.What stood out to you in Week 1? Tune in and let us know.
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