Ep. 48: Behind the Bracket

In this episode… four fans join the show to share passionate opinions on the topics of their choice.0:40 – Sam FalkNCAA Tournament Seeding & WLL13:18 – Kendyl LeppRule Changes & Tewaaraton Finalists35:01 – Nadia AdkinsOff-Ball Video Reviews & Rutgers Making the Tournament47:30 – Jenna MartinoPlaying w/ Confidence & CoachingEpisode 49.Recorded on May 25 / 26, 2026.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… the NCAA’s Caleb Kolby shares how the field of 29 is selected, how championship sites are chosen and more.1:02 – Who Chooses the Teams?How often the Championship Subcommittee meets & who is on it11:00 – Criteria UsedPrimary criteria & secondary criteria data points16:17 – Choosing Championship SitesThe bid process & requirementsEpisode 48.Recorded on May 7, 2026.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… Midseason All-American and rising star in the Big 10, Caroline Ling, talks about the work that has led to her success and Rutgers’ 2026 season so far.3:44 – Breakout SeasonMore confident & showing off her range18:10 – Lessons LearnedClose losses, patience & finding her shot26:04 – Ohio to JerseyPlaying for her dad, high school records & why RutgersEpisode 47.Recorded on April 2, 2026.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… David reacts to some head-scratching rankings and discusses the current state of officiating in the sport.3:44 – Head-scratching RankingsGeorgetown, Colorado & more18:00 – Black Eye on the SportEmbarrassing officiating & the impact constant rule changes have on refsEpisode 46.Recorded on March 3, 2026.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… David hits on fan-submitted topics ahead of the 2026 college season.5:45 – Rule ChangesGreen cards & draw sticks12:15 – Outlook for Newer TeamsClemson, New Haven & Florida State20:18 – No. 1'sMiddlebury & TampaEpisode 45.Recorded on February 4, 2026.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… North Carolina’s newest superstar, Chloe Humphrey, returns to the show to discuss her amazing start to the 2025 season, how she prepares for each game and more!1:39 – This SeasonHow missing 2024 fueled her return, learning each game, UNC's weapons & where she wants to improve15:06 – How She PreparesPregame meal, music choice & being the first one ready27:00 – A Family AffairWhat it's like being on the journey with her sistersEpisode 44.Recorded on March 12, 2025.Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… Karson and David take a deep dive into the National Championship game and talk about the transfer portal! Karson also says goodbye to the podcast. 0:30 – National Championship Northwestern’s fast start, BC’s offensive balance & key moments 27:20 – Transfers Jenika Cuocco, Lindsey Marshall, Virginia Tech, South Florida & more 41:48 - Karson’s Farewell What’s next for her: school, Taylor Swift in Canada & Disney Episode 43. Recorded on June 2, 2024. Thank you for listening to your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast!

In this episode… Florida’s electric leader joins the show as she prepares for the final four. 1:51 – Nothing But Love Where her love for the game comes from, assists & Sky Walkers 17:57 – The Gators Why the offense is so hard to stop & changes after 0-2 start 29:34 – Showtime Feelings on the Final Four, Northwestern & preparing Episode 42. Recorded on May 19, 2024. The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on June 4!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by a former Tar Heel & National Champion, Scottie Rose Growney! 4:09 – Playing in Japan The lacrosse community & teaching the next generation 32:11 – Watching UNC The feeling of watching her former teammates near graduation & their 2024 season 54:08 – Natty Prediction Shout-out Andie Aldave Episode 41. Recorded on April 28, 2024. The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on May 14!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss the CAA’s best, share frustrations over JMU & predict NCAA bid selections. 1:18 – Drexel vs. Stony Brook Polar opposite goalie play, adjustments Drexel needs to make, Stony Brook’s complacency 24:04 – Yay or Nay Are we all in or all out on JMU, UVA, Navy & Penn State 41:30 – NCAA Bid Predictions ACC, Big 10, Ivy League, Patriot League & Pac 12 Episode 40. Recorded on April 14, 2024. The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on April 30!