Welcome to the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast! Where each week Coach Damon features interviews, strategy, and advice for dominating our position - lacrosse goalie! Ever wonder what makes the top lacrosse goalies elite? Me too! So I decided to create a podcast to figure it out. Each week I interview an elite lax goalie, coach, or special guest to find the tools, tactics, drills, and mental mindsets that listeners can use.
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LGR 253: Nick Pecora - The Journey, Resilience, and Mindset Behind Lehigh’s Star Goalie
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Send us a text In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, we chat with Nick Pecora, starting goalie for Lehigh University. 🥍 Nick opens up about his journey from a backyard lacrosse player in New York to earning the starting job at the Division I level. Along the way, he shares invaluable insights about the mental and physical aspects of goalte…
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LGR 252: Villanova Goalie Anthony Wilson on Communication, Focus, and Resilience
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Send us a text In this episode of the LAX Goalie Rat Podcast, Coach Damon sits down with Villanova’s standout goalie, Anthony Wilson, to explore the mental and physical demands of playing one of the most challenging positions in sports. From his early days in goal to his first season starting for Villanova, Anthony shares his journey and the insigh…
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LGR 251: Goalie Tips and Trick with Quinnipiac goalie Mason Oak
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Send us a text In this episode of the LAX Goalie Rat Podcast, Coach Damon Wilson interviews Quinnipiac University goalie Mason Oak, the reigning MAC Defensive Player of the Year. Mason opens up about his journey from a youth lacrosse player to a standout D1 goalie, sharing valuable insights on mastering patience, developing the "next-shot mentality…
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LGR 250: Scaling the Mental Mountains with Utah Goalie Colin Lenskold
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Send us a text In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, Coach Damon sits down with Colin Lenskold, the standout goalie for the University of Utah, to discuss his journey from Connecticut youth lacrosse to becoming a Division 1 starting goalie. Colin dives deep into the mental and physical techniques that have shaped his game, sharing his go-t…
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LGR 249: The Backbone of Clemson's Inaugural Season with Goalie Emily Lamparter
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Send us a text In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat podcast, Coach Damon Wilson sits down with Clemson goalie Emily Lamparter. Emily shares her journey from being a young midfielder in New York to becoming a standout goalie at Clemson University. She reflects on the early days of her career, her transition to the goalie position, and the mental an…
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LGR 248: Being a Brick Wall with Hopkins Goalie Pat Moore
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Send us a text This week on the Lax Goalie Rat podcast, I am joined by the second Moore brother on the podcast, Patrick from the University of Johns Hopkins and Lynchburg Alumni. While Pat may not be from the biggest hotbed for lacrosse and had what some to consider a "late start" into the sport he still had quite the impact getting named All-Ameri…
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LGR 247: Goalie Coaching Tips with Maryland goalie JJ Suriano
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Send us a text On this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, I am joined by a redshirt sophomore attending the University of Maryland, JJ Suriano. JJ Suriano came from arguably the biggest hotbed for lacrosse, Baltimore, Maryland. She attended Bryn Mawr School where she was a four-year varsity starter. She was 2021, 2022, and 2023 IAAM A-Conferenc…
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LGR 246: Irrational Confidence with UAlbany goalie Landon Whitney
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Send us a text It's not often that a freshman goalkeeper earns the starting position on a team full of talent— but UAlbany's Landon Whitney shows the veterans how it's done. With Whitney in the cage, the Danes ended the 2024 season with a winning record, securing the American East Conference Championship, and making it to the second round of the Di…
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LGR 245: Inside the Goalie Mind of Rising HS Sophomore Giancarlo Munaretto
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Send us a text On this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat podcast, I am joined by young breakout goalie Giancarlo Munaretto. Giancarlo Munaretto grew up playing hockey and didn't think too much about other sports. That was until in 6th grade when he decided to pick up lacrosse as a secondary sport. He played mid-field for his first two years. This was u…
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LGR 244: Training the Best Lacrosse Goalies with Coach Arvak Marshall
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Send us a text A couple episodes ago Florida goalie Elyse Finnelle kept raving about her goalie coach Arvak Marshall. Now we're lucky to be joined by the goalie coach himself. Arvak was the Head Coach at Southern High School from 2006 to 2020 as well as an M&D goalie coach for over 20 years! Marshall is also the Commissioner for SCYA Rec club in An…
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LGR 243: Human Over Athlete and Goalie Mental Health with Madi Weaver
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Send us a text On today’s episode of the Lax Goalie Rat podcast, I’m joined by rising high school senior and DII commit Madison Weaver. Madi is heading into her senior year at Jefferson Forest High School and plays for Valley Select Lacrosse out of Forest, VA. Madi has committed to the fairly new Emory and Henry College to play Division 2 and pursu…
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LGR 242: Goalie Recruiting Journey with San Diego St. Freshman Karli Jo Weisser
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Send us a text Being the coach's daughter in sixth grade, when the goalie position was vacated Karli Jo Weisser had to step up. It stuck, and six years later Weisser is going to play Division 1 lacrosse at San Diego State University, her dream school. The Adrenaline All-American hopes to grow into a leader at her new school, and already shares a cl…
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LGR 241: Exploring the Goalie Mentality with Florida Goalie Elyse Finnelle
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Send us a text What if you could transform your sports career by embracing multiple roles on the field? Florida All-American goalie Elise Fennell shares her inspiring journey from field player to standout goalie, revealing how her father's advice to play both positions elevated her lacrosse IQ. Elise recounts her pivotal decision during a practice …
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LGR 240: Anderson Moore's Journey from Alabama to Georgetown's Starting Goalie
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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to mental toughness and athletic resilience with Georgetown's standout goalie, Anderson Moore. In this engaging episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, Anderson shares his incredible journey from starting as a lacrosse goalie in second grade to earning the starting position as a freshman at Georgetown. Learn how his…
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LGR 239: Duke Freshman Phenom Goalie Patrick Jameison
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Send us a text What does it take to earn the starting goalie spot as a freshman at a top-tier lacrosse program like Duke University? Find out in this episode of the Lax Goalie Rap Podcast, where we chat with Patrick Jamison, the standout freshman goalie who has taken the lacrosse world by storm. Patrick opens up about his unique path from being a c…
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LGR 238: Guarding the Net with 11 year old Goalie Taylor Connolly
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Send us a text Join us as young lacrosse sensation Taylor Connolly, the 11-year-old goalie who's been guarding the net since she was just five, shares her inspiring journey. Learn how Taylor's initial inspiration came from an older goalie and hear about her unique experiences splitting game time and balancing field play with her goalie duties. Disc…
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LGR 237: D2 Walsh University goalie Alison O'Hanian's Tale of Goalie, Growth, and Mental Health
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Send us a text Have you ever tackled a completely new challenge head-on? That's exactly what Allison Ohanian did when she traded her field hockey goalie gear for a lacrosse stick and stepped into the goal crease. In an episode that's as much about personal growth as it is about sports, Allison, from Walsh University, shares her experience with this…
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LGR 236: The Art and Mindset of Goaltending with Michigan Goalie Erin O'Grady
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it takes to stand firm between the posts, facing down the intensity of competitive lacrosse? Michigan's starting goalie Erin O'Grady joins us to share her personal journey from an inventive second-grader avoiding running to a strategic visionary on the lacrosse field. Her candid reflections on the benefits…
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LGR 235: Learning the Goalie Position with 8 year old Goalie Dev Sherman
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Send us a text Interview with young lacrosse goalie from Greenwich, CT - Dev Sherman. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 234: Loving the Goalie Position with St. Leo Goalie Jessica Harclerode
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Send us a text Interview with St. Leo goalie Jessica Harclerode. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 233: Box Lacrosse Goalie Tips with Philadelphia Wings goalie Deacan Knott
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Deacan Knott, the talented goalie of the Philadelphia Wings! On this episode of the podcast, Deacan shares his journey from his first time in goal to winning the prestigious Minto Cup and delves into the intricacies of playing in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Get ready for a deep dive into the world of la…
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LGR 232: Alecia Nicholas on Staying Consistent in Goal
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Send us a text Podcast interview with North Carolina goalie Alecia Nicholas discussing lessons learned from Caylee Waters and Taylor Moreno, overcoming fear of the ball, and tips for staying consistent as a goalie. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 231: Dr. Nate Zinsser Gives Us Tools To Help Become More Confident In Goal
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Send us a text Podcast interview with sport and performance psychologist, Dr. Nate Zinsser discussing topics like getting out of a slump, handling performance anxiety, and tips for goalie parents. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 230: Jason Rose on the Importance of Positive Self-Talk
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Waterdogs goalie Jason Rose discussing topics like how to be a good teammate, life as a student-athlete at Air Force, and the importance of positive self-talk. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 229: Delaney Sweitzer on Tips for Developing Rock-Solid Confidence
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Syracuse goalie Delaney Sweitzer discussing topics like the importance of a reset routine, being a great teammate and tips for making more 8-metre saves. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 228: Emily Markley On Translating Your Confidence Outside Of Lacrosse Into The Cage
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Washington College goalie Emily Markley discussing topics like being a late-starter in lacrosse, looking after your mental health and taking pride in being LGBTQ student-athlete. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 227: Michael Gianforcaro on Being a Student of the Game
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Princeton goalie Michael Gianforcaro discussing topics like the Tigers 2023 IVY League Tournament run, playing at Culver Academy, and lessons learned from training at Goaliesmith. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 226: UMass Goalie Matt Knote On Staying Patient During The Recruiting Process
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Send us a text Podcast interview with UMass goalie Matt Knote discussion his phenomenal career so far, persevering through the recruiting process, and how to get better at your quick clears. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 225: Finding Your Love For The Game Again with Christian Tomei
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Belmont Abbey's Christian Tomei discussing how to tackle adversity, understanding your leadership style, and the significance of giving back to the game. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 224: Kat Buchanan on Waiting to Make the Most of Your Opportunity
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Athletes Unlimited and former JMU goalie Kat Buchanan discussing topics like how to scout shooters, tips for being a backup, and the mental game. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 223: Loyola's Lauren Spence on How To Be A Calming Presence in the Cage
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Loyola Maryland All-American and Team Canada goalie Lauren Spence discussing topics like advice for recruiting, how to break down game film, and tips for the 8-meter. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 222: Jenika Cuocco on Techniques To Help With Handling the Pressures Of Being A Goalie
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Drexel women’s lacrosse goalie Jenika Cuocco discussing topics like life handling pressure, being a quiet leader, and lessons learned from redshirting. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 221: Giuliana Portolesi Understanding How to Play with a Confident Mindset
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Queen’s University of Charlotte women’s lacrosse goalie Giuliana Portolesi discussing topics like life as a JUCO athlete, dealing with nerves of the transfer portal, and playing with confidence. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 220: Will Helm on Tips for Overcoming Self-Doubt
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Duke goalie Will Helm discussing topics like D1 vs D3, handling self-doubt and we even break down some of his saves from the National Championship in 2023. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 219: Kylee Russell on Important Tips for Starting Out as a Goalie
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Send us a text On today’s episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast I’m joined by high school sophomore goalie from out of Florida Kylee Russell. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 218: Army’s Knox Dent on Keys to Building Confidence in Your Goalie Game
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Army's Knox Dent discussing topics like overcoming fear of the ball, how to have a strong sense of belief in your goalie game, mental lessons from his college career, and much more! Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 217: Lilly Callahan on How to Remain Consistent as a Goalie
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Notre Dame women’s lacrosse starting goalie Lilly Callahan discussing topics like tips for 8-meter shots, staying consistent and advice for taller goalies. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 216: Lauren DiStefano on the Important Traits of Being a Team Leader
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Send us a text Podcast interview with former All-American Wagner goalie Lauren DiStefano discussing topics like the next shot mentality, mental game tips, and how to deal with inside shots. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 215: Goalie Tips for Goalie Parents with Ryan Olson
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Send us a text Podcast interview with lacrosse goalie coach Ryan Olson discussing topics like the importance of goalie footwork, tips for goalie parents and having an attack the ball mindset. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 214: Staying Patient and Loose with Josh Matte
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Send us a text Podcast interview with former Denver goalie and founder of the Northwest Goalie Academy Josh Matte discussing topics like how to handle anxiety as a goalie, the growth of lacrosse in Seattle, and how to coach a flopping style goalie. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 213: Emily Perrin on the Importance of Mindfulness for Goalies
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Mindfulness and Performance Coach Emily Perrin discussing topics like tips for building confidence, managing performance anxiety, and providing support for youth goalies. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 212: Xavier’s Marina Piszczor on How to Build Confidence as a Goalie
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Xavier Freshman Goalie Marina Piszczor discussing topics like emotional intelligence, how to bait shooters and tips for smaller goalies. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 211: Matt Freitas on Overcoming Obstacles in the Pursuit of your Passions
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Williams College and NCAA Division III Goalie of the Year Matt Freitas discussing topics like how he used the experience of losing part of his leg to motivate him to become a college goalie, the importance of stick skills, and tips for handling the nerves of a big game. Support the show…
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LGR 210: Prepping for the World Championships with Team England goalie Will Baxter
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Team England goalie and former All-American at Limestone Will Baxter discussing topics like lessons learned from the 2018 World Championships, Sixes Lacrosse and advice for any international goalie wanting to play college lacrosse. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 209: The Growth of Lacrosse in Australia with Ryan Spark
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Australian National Team goalie Ryan Spark Discussing topics like the growth of lacrosse in Australia, recovering from an injury, and the World Championships. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 208: Kaitlyn Hunsinger on the See Ball, Stop Ball Mindset
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Salisbury women’s lacrosse goalie Kaitlyn Hunsinger discussing topics like how to be a leader, breaking out of a slump and how to bait shooters. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 207: Catching up with All-American Goalie Liam Entenmann
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Notre Dame goalie Liam Entenmann discussing topics like playing for team USA, team vs individual success, and mixing up your arc play. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 206: Youth Goalie Sawyer Dillion on the Best Ways to Deal with Burnout
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Send us a text Podcast interview with California high school goalie Sawyer Dillion discussing topics like stepping to the ball, lacrosse in California, and the mental game. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 205: Will Vitton on Finding What Works Best for You as a Goalie
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Villanova goalie Will Vitton discussing topics like developing your own goalie style, his unique stance, and playing with “Big Eyes”. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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LGR 204: Mackenzie Porter on Remembering to Live in the Moment and Have Fun
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Send us a text Podcast interview with Missouri Western State University women’s goalie Mackenzie Porter discussing topics like getting through a slump, being the only goalie on an NCAA team, and handling big game nerves. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson
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