Phil-lacrosse-ophy Podcast

In this conversation, Jamie and Michael Sowers discuss various lacrosse teams and players, focusing on Princeton lacrosse and the Waterdogs. They talk about the offensive strategies and innovations of Princeton, including the use of different positions and overwhelming opponents with multiple offensive options. The conversation then shifts to the Waterdogs and the recent coaching changes, with Coach Copeland leaving and Coach Tierney and Coach Sheridan joining the team. They discuss the qualities and skills of their teammates on the Waterdogs' offense, including Zach Currier, Connor Kelly, Ethan Walker, and Ryan Conrad. They also delve into Sowers' training regimen and the use of contextualized environments for skill development. They explore the concepts of deception and variability in training, as well as the role of two-man game and off-ball play. The conversation highlights the importance of being intentional in training and the benefits of the CLA (Constraints Led Approach) in improving lacrosse skills.

Ecological Psychology Phd studdent and Director of Strategy for Transforming Sports Gray Thomas joins Jamie to discuss the concepts of ecological dynamics and constraints-led approach in coaching, emphasizing the importance of adapting behavior based on the relationship between the player, environment, and task. The conversation explores the challenges of adopting an evidence-based approach in youth lacrosse and the need for coaches to focus on time on task and small-sided activities. The 80-20 split between contextual activities and stick work drills is discussed, along with the importance of changing and officiating constraints. The conversation concludes with the significance of understanding the phases of the game and the principles of play as the true fundamentals of lacrosse.

This episode of the Phi-Lacrosse-Ophy podcast features Quarterback Coach and Strength & Conditioning Coordinator Danny Shaechter, who is an expert in throwing mechanics. Learn how to generate more power and accuracy when shooting!

Heading into their 2024 season opener, Harvard Head Coach Gerry Byrne joins Jamie on the show to discuss some of the concepts he's been thinking about as he prepares the Crimsom for the Spring season.

Delaware Offensive Coordinator Matt Rewkowski joins Jamie to talk about player development, using constraints as opposed to skeleton drills, variability, and man-up situations.

This podcast talks about the mental side of the game, and why every player can use sports psychology. Mental Performance Consultant Jess Hanson and Jamie talk about having a growth mindset, mindfulness, visualization, and more!

Virginia Head Coach Lars Tiffany joins Jamie to discuss how the Virginia offense will look this year, how they play picks and communicate, how to add new wrinkles to drills you've been doing for a long time, baiting, riding/clearing, the Munro drill and more!

Lafayette Head Coach Pat Myers joins Jamie on this week's podcast to discuss his takeaways from the IMLCA Convention, girl's lacrosse, offensive concepts he's excited about, communication, drills he really likes, and the mental health of coaches.

Lafayette Head Coach Pat Myers joins Jamie on this week's podcast to discuss his takeaways from the IMLCA Convention, girl's lacrosse, offensive concepts he's excited about, communication, drills he really likes, and the mental health of coaches.

Johns Hopkins Assistant Coach and Offensive Coordinator John Crawley joins Jamie on the show to discuss his lacrosse journey and mentors, his offensive philosophies, the Hopkins offense, experimenting in practice, and more!

PLL Archers midfielder and Toronto Rock forward Tom Schreiber joins Jamie to talk about what it was like winning the PLL Championship, his Archers team, dodging, deception, box lacrosse and more!

In this episode, Army Offensive Coordinator Justin Ward stops by to talk to Jamie about his lacrosse journey, what he's learned from his mentors, the Principles Based Offense, player development, man-up philosophies, and how he evaluates recruits.

Hobart Offensive Coordinator Stephen Brundage stops by the Phi-Lacrosse-Ophy podcast to talk about his lacrosse journey, offensive concepts, how his philosophies have evolved, and what he looks for in recruits.

Colgate Assistant Coach and Offensive Coordinator Colin Munro stops by the podcast to chat with Jamie, who also happens to be his dad and former coach! They take a deep dive into Colin's lacrosse journey, especially his background in box lacrosse, and how that has shaped him into the coach he is today.

Boston University Assistant Coach and PLL Chaos defenseman Jack Rowlett joins the Phi-Lacrosse-ophy podcast to talk about his lacrosse journey, defensive philosophies, and more!

Princeton Offensive Coordinator Jim Mitchell joins Jamie to talk about his lacrosse journey, PLL Lacrosse, his offensive philosophy and how it has evolved, the Principles Based Offense, the Constraints Led Approach, and more!

In this podcast, Jamie catches up with Vermont Head Coach Chris Feifs. They discuss how he has changed as a coach since taking over the reigns of the Catamount program, his offensive and defensive philosophies, the PLL, and what makes Vermont a great place to go to school.

Air Force Assistant Coach Will Corrigan stops by the show to talk with Jamie about his lacrosse journey, player development, and his offensive philosophies.

In this episode, Jamie talks with first year head coach Sean Kirwan about last year's Virginia offense, who he’s hired on his Big Green staff, his priorities and focus this summer, his vision for Dartmouth lacrosse, why he took the job, how he wants to develop players and more.

We kick off season 6 of the Phi-Lacrosse-Ophy podcast with Notre Dame Assistant Coach Chris Wojcik. Jamie and Woj discuss the offensive principles that helped Notre Dame win the 2023 NCAA National Championship, the evolution of the 2 man game, developing dodging and shooting, how he recruits IQ, accomplishing fluency and more!