Best Box Lacrosse Podcasts (2024)

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MCLA Champions : Inside BYU Lacrosse 44:03

4h ago44:03

44:03

What's it like to play at BYU? How did they go 19-0 and win their 6th national championship? Quint visited an early morning (6am) practice last week while in town to cover the BYU football game.

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Leadership and Legacy: Johns Hopkins Lacrosse Coach Peter Milliman 40:24

11h ago40:24

40:24

In this podcast, Johns Hopkins lacrosse head coach Peter Milliman discusses his team’s development and training approach during the offseason. He emphasizes the importance of internal focus, discipline, and leadership as the team prepares for the next season. Milliman reflects on last season's challenges, key player performances, and the competitiv…

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From the Field to Family: Lessons in Lacrosse and Life with Coach Breschi 34:26

6d ago34:26

34:26

In this engaging episode, Coach Joe Breschi of UNC’s lacrosse program joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a coach, his family life, and the importance of nurturing young talent. Reflecting on his team’s growth and resilience, Coach Breschi shares insights into building a strong team culture, balancing academics with athletics, and guiding h…

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Grant Ament on Championship Wins and Embracing Positionless Lacrosse 37:57

13d ago37:57

37:57

This podcast episode features Grant Ament, a professional lacrosse player for the Archers in the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), discussing his experiences and accomplishments. Grant reflects on his recent success, mentioning his journey from Penn State and Haverford, achieving league and PLL championships, and being named an All-Pro midfielder. The…

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Texas Tough: Kyle Hartzell on Coaching, Competing, and Community 38:16

20d ago38:16

38:16

In this episode, Quint Kessenich catches up with Kyle Hartzell, Texas Longhorns MCLA head coach and former pro lacrosse player, to discuss his journey from player to coach. Kyle shares insights on the growing lacrosse scene in Texas, his recent hunting trip, and the challenges of balancing academics, athletics, and team culture. They also dive into…

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Welcome to D1 : Chad Surman on Launching Iona University's Lacrosse Program 33:26

1M ago33:26

33:26

In this podcast, Chad Surman, head coach of Iona University's lacrosse team, discusses the challenges and excitement of building the program from the ground up. He highlights the team's preparation for their first competitive season in 2025, emphasizing the hard work required to be ready for their opening game. Surman reflects on his past coaching …

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Beyond the Field: TJ Malone’s Lacrosse Evolution 39:21

1M ago39:21

39:21

In this episode, TJ Malone, former Penn State lacrosse standout and current pro with the Maryland Whipsnakes, shares his journey transitioning from college lacrosse to the professional stage. He reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his collegiate career, overcoming injuries, and the honor of representing Team USA. TJ discusses his experiences…

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Championship Mindset: Brett Dobson on Team Success and Legacy 52:58

1M ago52:58

52:58

In this episode, PLL Championship MVP Brett Dobson, goaltender for the Utah Archers, reflects on his back-to-back championship victories and the team’s journey through the 2024 season. Dobson shares insights into the celebration, the ups and downs of the season, and the importance of team culture. He emphasizes the value of championships over indiv…

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Climbing the Mountain: Chris Bates on Championship Sacrifice and Success 35:04

2M ago35:04

35:04

In this episode, Chris Bates, head coach of the PLL champion Utah Archers, reflects on the journey to winning the championship. He discusses the emotional and physical toll of the 16-week season, especially with the choppy rhythm caused by bye weeks and the All-Star break. Bates highlights the sacrifices made by both players and their families to s…

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From PLL Championship Insights to Rebuilding Detroit Mercy: Coach Charlie Hayes on Lacrosse Culture and Success 34:42

2M ago34:42

34:42

In this podcast, Charlie Hayes, newly appointed head coach of Detroit Mercy's men's lacrosse team, reflects on his transition from a player and assistant coach to head coach. The discussion begins with his thoughts on the PLL Championship, praising Utah's strong defense and goalie Brett Dobson's performance. Hayes emphasizes the importance of cultu…

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Headed into PLL Finals (Jules Heningburg) 45:05

2M ago45:05

45:05

Jules Heningburg discusses his lacrosse journey, reflecting on both his high school and professional experiences. He touches on his time at Seton Hall Prep and how it shaped his early career, as well as his transition into professional lacrosse. Jules shares insights into his time playing in the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), including memorable mo…

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From Lacrosse Finals to Celtics Courtside: A Chat with ESPN's Drew Carter 37:58

2M ago37:58

37:58

In this week's exciting podcast, ESPN's Drew Carter joins the conversation fresh off calling the PLL quarterfinals at Gillette Stadium. Drew gives us a behind-the-scenes look at his hectic schedule as he prepares to call both the PLL semifinals and the highly anticipated championship on September 15th. Despite battling a sore throat from the high-e…

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PLL Quarterfinals: Carc, Dana Boyle, Ryan Boyle 55:20

3M ago55:20

55:20

Everything you need to know headed into the quarterfinals at Gillette.

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HPU Head Coach - John Crawley 39:38

3M ago39:38

39:38

Join Quint Kessenich as he chats with John Crawley, the new head coach of High Point University Lacrosse. In this episode, Coach Crawley shares insights on his journey, the importance of culture in building a winning team, and his vision for the future of High Point Lacrosse. Whether you're a lacrosse enthusiast or curious about leadership in sport…

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Mike Gvozden : Goaliesmith 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

https://www.goaliesmith.com/ About: Formally started in 2018, Goaliesmith is the lifelong project of the Gvozden brothers. Brothers, Friends, and Business Partners; Mike and Andrew built Goaliesmith into the Nation’s top resource for Goalies with one goal in mind: Gather the best & hungriest goalies on the same field to grow better, together. The G…

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Around the Horn - from PLL Baltimore 30:14

3M ago30:14

30:14

Quint was on site in Baltimore for the PLL and he kept himself busy interviewing several of the games most impactful people in between games. Brian Abbott & Matt Palumb - new rules Seth Tierney Hofstra - House vs NCAA Paul Carcaterra - ESPN Andy Towers Matt Panetta - Carolina Chaos Kyle Bernlohr - Maryland Whipsnakes goalie…

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Oregon Trail with Whipsnakes Tucker Dordevic 32:09

4M ago32:09

32:09

Join Quint Kessenich as he catches up with Tucker Dordevic of the Maryland Whipsnakes on this episode of the Quintessential Podcast. Tucker shares his journey balancing life in the Premier Lacrosse League with a startup job in New York, the challenges of intense training, and the evolution of the Whipsnakes this season. They also discuss the rise o…

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Jon Torpey (Brown Lacrosse) 36:14

4M ago36:14

36:14

After an impressive career at High Point, Coach Torpey moves to the Ivy League to resurrect a storied Brown program.

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Maryland HC: John Tillman 47:38

4M ago47:38

47:38

Are we as a sport missing the point? With recruiting, travel teams, showcases, are the student-athletes being set up for failure and burnout?

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Sportscenter #1 Connor Fields (Utah Archers) 42:32

4M ago42:32

42:32

Fresh off of his ridiculous performance in Boston, Connor Fields joined the show.

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Coach Joe Spallina 51:59

5M ago51:59

51:59

Father, Exercise Enthusiast, Coach, Joe Spallina talks us through how he balances it all on this weeks pod.

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Mike Pressler (NY Atlas) 34:50

5M ago34:50

34:50

Quint welcomes in the legendary Mike Pressler, Current GM and Head Coach of the NY Atlas.

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Bye Week Breakdown, Yale/USA Sixes with Andy Shay 37:23

5M ago37:23

37:23

Quint breaks down the PLL headed into the bye week. Andy Shay joins to discuss Yale and USA Sixes.

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News Update, College Lacrosse with Coach Wellner, PLL with Anish 59:25

5M ago59:25

59:25

News Update College Lacrosse with Coach Wellner, focus on recruiting, transfer portal, NIL PLL with Anish

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Making the PLL with Ronan Jacoby, NY Atlas 36:45

6M ago36:45

36:45

From D3 Wesleyan > Rutgers > Free Agent > Champ Series standout > NY Atlas Ronan Jacoby took the path less traveled and eventually made his dreams of playing professional lacrosse come true.

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National Champion Devon McLane 32:58

6M ago32:58

32:58

What better way to cap off the college season than welcoming newly minted National Champion, Devon McLane, of Notre Dame to the podcast.

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Championship Weekend ft. Carc, Matt Brown, Ajax Zappitello 1:13:16

6M ago1:13:16

1:13:16

What better way to kick off championship weekend than a breakdown of each game with Carc, insight from Final 4 coach Matt Brown, and one of the best defenders in the country Ajax Zappitello (Maryland). Don't want until saturday for lacrosse action, tune in now!

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Quarterfinal Previews with Dave Cottle and Anish 42:40

6M ago42:40

42:40

Quarterfinal Previews with Dave Cottle and Anish

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Bracket Reactions (Quint/Carc/Cotter) 39:13

7M ago39:13

39:13

While the trio drove from the IVY league tournament to Bristol for the selection show, we hear live(ish) reactions to the Ivy Championship and the 2024 Championship bracket.

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QL: Decision Week, Ft. Dave Ryan (CBS Sports) 53:47

7M ago53:47

53:47

Conference Tournament Time Todays Guest: Dave Ryan "Dave Ryan is an American play-by-play announcer and reporter for CBS, who has worked a wide variety of sports programming including NFL, college basketball, lacrosse, bowling, baseball and hockey."

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QL: Evan Washburn (Patriot League) 50:52

7M ago50:52

50:52

Evan Washburn is a reporter and media personality for CBS Sports, covering Football and Lacrosse at the highest levels. His experience as a player, announcer, and now youth coach, give him unique perspectives into the game.

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QL: Conference Breakdowns, Top 20, Guest Matt Karweck 54:33

7M ago54:33

54:33

-Maryland vs Hopkins Rivalry Game -Weather and Growing Crowds -Conference Tournaments -Virginia Injuries / Depth at Midfield -TOP 20 -Special Guest Matt Karweck (Colgate HC) -Colgate Success, Fast and Fearless

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QL: Media Poll and Guest Bob Benson (Providence) 41:33

7M ago41:33

41:33

Quint takes a look at the latest media poll, discusses conference outlooks, and welcomes Providence Head Coach Bob Benson to the show.

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QL: Conference Play and Guest Ryan Polley (BU) 47:22

8M ago47:22

47:22

Japan > Louisville Connection Notre Dame - Cuse Recap Penn State - Maryland Preview Notre Dame - Duke Preview Patriot League Race Special Guest: Ryan Polley

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QL: Big Game Previews and Special Guest, Will Mark (Syracuse) 49:19

8M ago49:19

49:19

Michigan - Hopkins preview Notre Dame hosts Cuse Penn State vs Maryland Easter Sunday Top Games of the Week Special Guest: Will Mark

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QL: Jake Taylor (Notre Dame) 28:31

8M ago28:31

28:31

Fresh off a 7 goal performance against Michigan, Jake Taylor joins the show.

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QL: Michigan, Hopkins, Top Games of the Week, Rankings Review 57:08

8M ago57:08

57:08

Michigan vs Harvard review Notre Dame vs Michigan preview Hopkins vs Navy preview Top Games of the Week Rankings Review

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QL: Bill Tierney 42:47

9M ago42:47

42:47

Legendary coach turned broadcasting talent and author?

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QL: NJIT Head Coach Eric Wolf 35:09

9M ago35:09

35:09

This week learn everything you need to know about the 5-0 NJIT Highlanders!

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QL: Luke Wierman (Maryland) 30:53

9M ago30:53

30:53

Maryland workhorse and All-American face off specialist Luke Wierman joins the podcast.

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QL: Featuring Quint, Carc, Cotter 41:55

9M ago41:55

41:55

-Carc hates snow days -Maryland vs Syracuse -Lacrosse needs its day of the week

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Jon Gordon (Cornell Alum, Best Selling Author) 33:35

10M ago33:35

33:35

"Jon Gordon is one of the most influential and sought after leadership authors and speakers today. He’s a consultant to numerous leaders, CEO’s, NFL, NBA, and MLB Coaches, championship teams and high performers and an inspirational teacher who has helped millions of people have a more positive mindset."…

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QL: CJ Kirst (Cornell) 33:04

10M ago33:04

33:04

CJ Kirst joins the show to talk Cornell, Life, Lacrosse. His honors and accolades include: Tewaaraton Award finalist (2023) USILA Lt. Col. Jack Turnbull Award for Outstanding Attackman (2023) First-Team USILA All-American (2023) First-team Inside Lacrosse All-American (2023) ECAC Offensive Player of the Year (2023) Ivy League Player of the Year (20…