The Assistant Desk

Join us for an insightful episode of the Assistant Desk podcast as we dive into the world of coaching with Mike Montrose, Assistant Coach for Georgetown Men's Soccer! ⚽️In this episode, we discuss:-The journey of becoming a coach and the importance of relationships in sports.-The impact of the transfer portal on recruiting and how it has changed the landscape for high school athletes.-Valuabl...

Join us for an insightful episode of the Assistant Desk Podcast featuring Coach Casey Dowd, assistant coach of the Princeton Tigers and national champion! In this episode, we dive deep into Coach Dowd's journey through the world of lacrosse coaching, discussing the highs and lows of the season, the importance of building a strong team culture, and the lessons learned from both victories and de...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Andrew Cobian, a Division 1 college basketball coach, as we dive into the world of coaching, player development, and the challenges of the recruiting landscape. Discover how Andrew navigates the complexities of coaching at the collegiate level and the impact of the transfer portal on team dynamics. Key takeaways: The importance of building relationships...

Join us for an insightful episode with Abby Tepper, head coach of women's lacrosse at Merrimack College! Discover her journey from player to coach, the challenges of building a winning culture, and the importance of teamwork and hustle in sports. 🥍 Key takeaways: Abby's coaching philosophy and how she builds relationships with her players. The significance of creating a positive team cult...

Join us on the Assistant Desk Podcast as we dive into the coaching journey of Ben Garcia from Drexel Men's Lacrosse! Discover his insights on coaching, recruiting, and the challenges faced as an assistant coach in the competitive world of college lacrosse. Key takeaways: Ben's path to coaching and his experiences at Drexel The importance of creativity in coaching and keeping players engage...

In this episode of the Assistant Desk Podcast, we dive deep into the world of coaching with Cole Pecora from UMass Amherst Men's Lacrosse. Discover the journey of an assistant coach, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Key takeaways: * The importance of building relationships in recruiting. * Insights on transitioning from D3 to D1 coaching. * The impact of the transfer po...

Join us as we sit down with Chris Piatelli, an assistant coach at Springfield College, who shares the behind-the-scenes realities of coaching at the Division III level amidst the grind of recruiting, relationships, and building culture. Discover how his unique background, from playing hockey and lacrosse across the globe to coaching at various schools, shaped his approach to mentorship and program...