In lacrosse, grit is the “X-factor.” I’ll explain what I mean.
It’s so important and I’ve written about this topic before, but wanted to circle back on exactly what it is and answer the question, can you teach grit?…
I've had personal coaches many times in my career and still do.
I know how beneficial it is to have personal coaching from elite coaches, that why I wanted to share this with you. And in any area of life…
This is such an important question, not only for athletes to understand but for all parents and coaches too.
What do coaches really value the most when it comes to working with athletes?
Great question, right?
Of course coaches value a combination…
I want to share my approach to sports coaching.
I have been privileged to "coach" people in some way for about 30 years - more than that actually.
Regardless of the time, let's just say it's been a lot of experience…
Let’s talk about the team captain.
Team captains are critically important for the success of every lacrosse team.
But what exactly is their role?
What should the responsibilities be for team captains - and what criteria should be used for selecting the…
Here's how I think about practice.
Yes, practice.
That's because practice is everything.
Every single practice is an opportunity.
An opportunity for lacrosse players and teams to get better.
When an athlete finishes a practice, they should be better…
Cathy Reese (Head Coach at the University of Maryland Women's Lacrosse) is arguably one of the greatest coaches ever in women's college lacrosse.
From my perspective, she's incredible as a coach.
While her accolades and contributions to the lacrosse game are…
Want to know my philosophy on coaching?
Here it is.
I can't remember a coach ever telling me their philosophy.
That's one reason I'm sharing mine with you now.
Honestly, I can't seem to remember if a coach has ever specifically told me…
Quick story.
Legendary basketball coach, John Wooden, once taught a valuable lesson about the importance of teamwork during a 5-on-5 basketball scrimmage. There was a "ball hog" on the team. Let's just say that a "ball hog" is a…
Why do you play sports?
Why do you play lacrosse?
Your "why" may be different than your parents "why."
The real answer to why play sports is simple but often forgotten.
And I can tell you, some have completely…