We sit with Mark Millon, former MLL and NLL legend, to discuss his journey from college to professional lacrosse, the evolution of player development, and insights into the modern game. Mark shares stories from his career, lessons on training the next generation of athletes, and his perspective on the current and future landscape of the sport. Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways on skill development, mindset, and the beauty of lacrosse.  

Topics Discussed  

- Winning a championship with the Philadelphia Wings and the lessons learned from that journey  

- The evolution of player development and the importance of self-driven training  

- Specialization vs. versatility in lacrosse and how young athletes should approach the game  

- The significance of playing multiple sports to build athleticism  

- The role of club teams and camps in a player's growth  

- The necessity of being a two-handed player and how it impacts the modern game  

- The transition from college to professional lacrosse and adapting to the box game  

- Riding, transition play, and what makes an elite offensive player  

- Coaching philosophies, favorite drills, and game strategies  

- The PLL’s growth and what’s next for professional lacrosse  

Timestamps

00:00 Winning the Championship Against All Odds

00:53 Discussing UVA Scrimmages and Team Performance

02:02 Player Development and Specialization in Lacrosse

05:18 The Importance of Being a Two-Handed Player

10:02 Balancing Lacrosse and Other Sports for Young Athletes

12:16 The Role of Clubs and Camps in Player Development

17:42 Insights on the 2025 Lacrosse Season

21:21 Transitioning from College to Professional Lacrosse

30:16 Mastering Ambidexterity in Lacrosse

31:44 The Hardest Skill in Lacrosse

33:54 Offensive Techniques and Strategies

38:39 The Importance of Off-Ball Movement

39:24 The Pick Game and Offensive Variability

45:12 Transition Game and Riding

49:16 Mark's Lacrosse Journey and Business

56:45 Coaching Insights and Favorite Drills

59:23 Final Thoughts and Game Strategies

Key Quotes from the Episode

"A champion is made in his yard. It’s not even with a trainer. It’s just doing the work on your own. That’s where the great ones are made." – Mark Millon  

"If you’re growing up in the U.S. and not playing box 200 times a year, you should probably focus on being two-handed. It gives you a massive advantage." – Mark Millon  

“Transition goals are huge – they’re easier, they fire up the crowd, and they make a difference in tight games." – Mark Millon  

Resources Mentioned  

-Millon Lacrosse Camps - https://www.instagram.com/millonlacrossecamps  

- Millon Events – https://www.instagram.com/millonevents

- Project 9 Lacrosse – A high-level training experience for elite high school players  

- The PLL (Premier Lacrosse League) – https://www.premierlacrosseleague.com

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