What Club Lacrosse Coaches Aren’t Teaching
The summer and fall club lacrosse seasons are incredibly impactful for player development, whether an athlete is just starting out or deep into their high school career. Club programs have an obligation to develop players as a whole, handing them back to their high schools in a better spot than when they left. It should […]
The Reason Your Lacrosse Fast Breaks Fail
Fast breaks are prime opportunities should lead to goals just about every time in the game of lacrosse. Typically, in every fast break, there is a clear numbers advantage. That could be a traditional four-on-three with a midfielder pushing the ball down the field. That could be a five-on-four coming off a failed clear where […]
The Pros and Cons of a Tough Lacrosse Schedule
At every level of lacrosse, there’s a big question every coach or program director has to answer: do you schedule easier games, or do you pack your lacrosse schedule with tougher opponents? In travel lacrosse, this could mean deciding which tournaments to attend. In high school, it’s all about filling up your non-conference schedule with […]
Why Lacrosse Players Should Be Multi-Sport Athletes
Most people believe that the key to great performance in one sport is specialization in that sport. Logically, it should make sense on paper-this is where you focus all of your time and energy; therefore, you will automatically get better at this particular sport. In real life, it is quite the opposite. In my position, […]
Who Shined at Naptown?
Naptown Challenge , Wednesday June 26, 2024, Navy Marine Corps Stadium. Four championship games televised on ESPNU and ESPN+. Which players left me impressed? Naptown 2025’s Seniors this fall, the class of 2025. 39 of the players we watched in the finale between Primetime and Team Philly are rising senior verbal commits at the moment. There […]
Stick Tricks: The Questionable Side of Lacrosse Culture
Blackjack Classic: An Elite Lacrosse Experience with Adrenaline
The world of lacrosse tournaments is vast and varied, but few events capture the level of competition, spirit, and sheer excitement like the Blackjack Classic. Hosted by Adrenaline, this tournament emerges as a beacon in youth and high school lacrosse out West. Set against the backdrop of the dazzling city of Las Vegas, the Blackjack […]
Florida State Women’s Lacrosse Leading the Charge in Title IX Reform
The Florida State Women’s Lacrosse team is currently operating as a non-varsity sport at the University with the intention of achieving varsity status. Plenty of teams have made the jump from club to varsity. However, FSU is doing something almost no team has ever attempted; bringing the University to court unless given varsity status. The […]
Recruiting Tips and Tools
The recruiting process for many people is often uncharted territory. For some they are seasoned pros, while others are navigating it for the first time. It can be intimidating, but it shouldn’t paralyze players and parents. You are the consumer and as a customer you are trying to find the best fit. For youth lacrosse […]
Why Your College Club Lacrosse Team Needs a Website
The two biggest struggles college club lacrosse teams face are staying organized and presenting themselves as a legit team. It can be difficult for players to manage balancing a budget, collecting player dues, recruiting new players, ordering gear, and scheduling games and practices. This becomes even more of a challenge when everyone in charge graduates, […]
Magical Mystery Tour
I think it’s vitally important that parents and prospects don’t confuse exposure with improvement. There’s a vast difference between getting better and being evaluated. A young players focus should be on improvement and then later to be seen and categorized for appropriate college placement. Here are anecdotes that may help you navigate the club calendar: […]
Naptown National Challenge set for June 26-28
Press Release Provided by Matt Hogan Naptown National Challenge set for June 26-28 in Annapolis, Maryland There are many reasons why the Naptown National Challenge has established itself as arguably the top boys’ lacrosse club tournament in the United States. It starts with the caliber of competition, which is as good as it gets at […]