Harvard's Sam King Joins The Pod, The Art of Playing Zone & Maryland vs Notre Dame Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribe---Deemer Class, Matt Dunn and Stephen Rehfuss discuss recap the first round of the 2025 Men's NCAA Lacrosse Tournament. They review last week's episode with Pat Kavanaugh and focus on a range of games including Richmond's breakthrough win over UNC and Georgetown's surprising victory against Duke. They also highlight the strong performances of star players like Aiden Carroll and Liam Matthews. The conversation shifts to quarterfinal matchups, emphasizing games such as Richmond vs. Cornell and Georgetown vs. Maryland. The hosts wrap up by emphasizing the cultural and emotional aspects of playoff lacrosse.After the break, UNC's Ashley and Chloe Humphrey join the podcast. The sisters discuss their current season's success, including setting multiple records and being the top seed as they prepare for the NCAA quarterfinals against Princeton. They delve into their journey to UNC, overcoming injuries, and the impact of COVID on their athletic careers. The episode also covers their on-field synergy, practice routines, and how they handle adversities like face guarding. Both sisters emphasize the importance of perspective, teamwork, and relentless preparation in achieving their goals. They also reflect on the influence of admired players like Kayla Treanor and share their experiences of growing up obsessed with lacrosse.Timecodes0:00 - Tournament Time Nostalgia10:30 - Richmond def. UNC17:00 - Georgetown def. Duke21:10 - Notre Dame def. Ohio St27:10 - Syracuse def. Harvard32:20 - Penn St def. Colgate36:20 - Maryland def. Air Force39:00 - Quarterfinal Preview42:10 - Player Perspective: Humphrey Sisters

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribe---Deemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss, and Matt Dunn are joined by special guest Pat Kavanagh to discuss his experiences at Notre Dame, transitioning to professional lacrosse, and his family's lacrosse legacy. They delve into Pat's recruiting story, his perspective from playing at Notre Dame, and his insights on the current team. The hosts also preview the upcoming NCAA men's and women's lacrosse tournaments, including key matchups such as Richmond vs. North Carolina and Georgetown vs. Duke on the men's side, as well as Clemson vs. Navy on the women's side. They examine the implications of the selection criteria and seeding processes, the role of team culture, and the expectations for teams in the tournament.Timecodes0:00 - Pat Kavanagh's Journey51:00 - Bracket Set1:05 - MLAX Richmond vs UNC1:12:20 - MLAX Georgetown vs Duke1:15:45 - MLAX Notre Dame vs Ohio State1:21:30 - MLAX Harvard vs Syracuse1:28:00 - WLAX Clemson vs Navy

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribe--Deemer Class, Matt Dunn and Stephen Rehfuss are joined by special guests, Cornell attackmen Michael Long and CJ Kirst, who share insights into their chemistry, growth over the years, and the high-level principles that drive their play. The episode covers key segments such as the Two-Minute Drill, notable games and players from recent weekends, and a breakdown of offensive strategies against defensive slides. The podcast wraps with a preview of upcoming crucial games, including the ACC and Ivy League tournaments, setting the stage for an exciting lacrosse weekend.--Timecodes0:00 - Weekend Recap4:35 - Mike & CJ Join The Pod45:15 - GPUs52:30 - Breakdown: Dodging 1:13:50 - Looking Ahead

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Matt Dunn & Stephen Rehfuss welcome Adam Lamberti, Director of FCL Media and PLL Draft Analyst to this week's pod. The discussion kicks off with a two-minute drill recapping notable men's and women's lacrosse games from the past weekend, including highlights from the Ivy League, ACC, Big Ten, and Big East. Key games include Cornell's victory over Harvard, Duke's win over Syracuse, and Maryland's victory against Hopkins. The podcast then transitions to a player's perspective segment, exploring the balance of being versatile versus specializing in specific skills, featuring insights on training and role development. Adam Lamberti joins to provide an in-depth look at the PLL draft, analyzing top prospects and their potential impact at the professional level. Additionally, the hosts preview upcoming notable games in the men's and women's lacrosse schedules, underlining the excitement and unpredictability leading into the tournament season.Timecodes0:00 - Recap6:00 - Player Perspective: Focused Training26:15 - GPUs36:15 - Adam's PLL Draft Board1:05:00 - Weekend Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss, and Matt Dunn welcome FCL Athlete and Princeton sophomore Nate Kabiri to the podcast! The episode kicks off with the Two-Minute Drill, covering notable games from the past week, including highlights from Penn State, Michigan, and Notre Dame. The hosts delve into Player Perspective with Kabiri, discussing his development and transition from midfield to attack. They move on to the Games, Players, and Units (GPU) segment, highlighting standout performances and team efforts from Yale, Cornell, and Michigan. The Breakdown segment focuses on passing accuracy and the impact of delivering precise passes for team success. The episode wraps up with a look ahead to upcoming games, featuring key matchups like Rutgers vs. Penn State, Johns Hopkins vs. Maryland, and Syracuse vs. Duke.Timecodes0:00 - Intro & Recap5:20 - Nate Joins The Pod35:00 - GPUs50:25 - The Breakdown: Passing Accuracy1:06:00 - Weekend Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss, and Matt Dunn break down the latest in college lacrosse. The episode starts with the Two-Minute Drill; recapping notable games from the past week, including Duke's victory over BU, Harvard's win against Dartmouth, and Loyola's first win of the season against Bucknell. The discussion then shifts to Player Perspective, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a 'zero-zero' mindset throughout games. The hosts also examine key statistical trends such as shooting percentage, save percentage, and face-off percentage, exploring their impact on team performance. The episode wraps up by looking ahead to upcoming games, highlighting matchups like Hopkins vs. Penn State, Maryland vs. Ohio State, Syracuse vs. Cornell, and Virginia vs. Notre Dame.0:00 - Recap8:30 - Player Perspective: 0-0 Mindset30:45 - GPUs40:45 - Trends To Watch: Statistics58:55 - Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Matt Dunn & Stephen Rehfuss are joined by Mckenna Davis from Boston College, discuss notable performances and upcoming games in college lacrosse. The show kicks off with a 'Two-Minute Drill' recapping recent games and standout players. Mckenna then shares insights into her team's preparation for a high-stakes match against North Carolina this weekend, emphasizing the importance of visualization and mental skills. The hosts also dive into their 'Games, Players, and Units' segments, highlighting impactful performances and tactics. They conclude by previewing key games slated for the upcoming weekend, including top matchups in both men's and women's lacrosse.Timecodes0:00 - Recap9:45 - Mckenna Davis Joins41:20 - GPUs52:00 - Trends1:03:15 - Weekend Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss, and Matt Dunn discuss the recent weekend's college lacrosse highlights, including notable games, player performances, and emerging trends. They are joined by special guest Billy Dwan, a standout defender from Syracuse, who shares insights into his career, defensive strategies, and the importance of film study. The episode also explores the increasing use of the 10-man ride and upcoming exciting games. Other highlighted topics include key matchups in men's and women's lacrosse and predictions for standout teams as the NCAA Tournament approaches.Timecodes0:00 - Weekend Recap3:00 - Bill Dwan Joins The Pod22:10 - GPUs37:00 - Deep Dive On The Ride45:30 - Weekend Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Matt Dunn and Stephen Rehfuss discuss the recent weekend's major games and player performances in college lacrosse. Cornell and Maryland achieved significant wins, while Ohio State continued their undefeated streak. The episode features segments such as the Two-Minute Drill, a discussion on players engaging with coaches about playing time, highlights from various games, and trends in offensive dodging and defensive approach angles in lacrosse. Key games, notable players, and unit performances are dissected, with special mentions going to individuals like CJ Kirst and teams such as Army and Maryland. Future matchups in men's and women's college lacrosse are previewed as the guys provide insights and predictions for the coming weekend's games.Timecodes0:00 - Weekend Recap20:00 - Player's Perspective: Playing Time32:45 - Games, Players & Units44:15 - Dodging Angles51:45 - Weekend Preview

Checkout our newsletters!Coaches Corner: https://fclcoachescorner.beehiiv.com/subscribeWeekly Thought: https://1stclasslax.beehiiv.com/subscribeOn the Run: https://on-the-run.beehiiv.com/subscribeDeemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss, and Matt Dunn discuss recent lacrosse weekend highlights, focusing on notable games, player performances, and team strategies. The episode includes an in-depth segment called GPUs (Games, Players, and Units), featuring breakdowns of standout matches. The guys also delve into trends such as ball reversals and offensive strategies, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and feel for the game. They round off the discussion by looking ahead to upcoming matchups and providing insight into how teams can optimize their performance.Timecodes0:00 - Intro1:00 - Top Performers7:30 - Player's Perspective (Recruiting Rankings)25:45 - GPUs40:00 - What Makes A "QB1"51:30 - Trends1:02:40 - Weekend Preview