1st City Lax

Coach Zach Pall is a former D1 lacrosse player, former member of the Israeli National Lacrosse Team, and a 4-time championship winning coach in Louisiana, coaching at the prestigious Jesuit High School of New Orleans. His experience, and - more importantly - coaching development shows the intense and important work that goes on behind the scenes when building a legacy. Zach discusses the significa...

Coach Andrew Carey leads the Huntingdon Men's Lacrosse team in Montgomery, Alabama, and also coaches the Shred Thread National Team. Having been a fixture in the USA South Athletic Conference, he brings quality instruction, solid coaching and a unique approach to recruiting his next players (it's not where you think it might be!). He loves the game, and eats, sleeps and breathes lacrosse n...

Coach Ruth has been involved in athletics since a young age, and found a passion for both coaching and helping students get to college. From her time as a college admissions officer to starting and running her own business, she has dedicated her life to ensure every student she encounters knows they have the potential and opportunity to succeed in college. While she works on building a varsity gir...

Lee Roggenburg has been covering lacrosse in Florida for over two decades, and has the inside scoop on anything lacrosse-related happening on the Gulf Coast. He has some unique insights on why lacrosse should go to more television stations and less stadiums, as well as what it takes to start, build and sustain a lacrosse program in an area obsessed with football and other sports. He's not a coach,...

Jason Lange is the head coach of the University of Montevallo mens lacrosse team. His journey has led him from multiple sports in high school to lacrosse in college followed by coaching jobs, finally landing him at Montevallo. His unique approach to leadership and followership have helped his team earn multiple conference titles and awards over the last nine years. And, he has some amazing insight...

Coach Casey is a recurring guest on this podcast, and currently coaches the Southside High School boys lacrosse team. He brings with him a broad depth of experience of youth, club, high school and college mens and women's lacrosse. In this episode he discusses the results of the inaugural season of Southside High School lacrosse, off season work, team leadership and bonding, and more. As always, C...

Coach Papa Lukk is the inaugural head coach at Colby-Sawyer College, a liberal arts school in New London, New Hampshire. He discusses his late entry into lacrosse, his path to becoming the head coach of a start-up lacrosse program, and what he and other coaches expect as they discuss expectations and recruiting ideas. Whether you're a committed player, parent, or just trying to evaluate all your o...

Coach Ryan Connors is the head coach at Bridgton Academy, a unique post-graduate prep program for students in between high school and college. Listen in as he passes some solid advice to players looking to play in college but might need an extra year to get ready. This is one you won't want to miss. Bridgton Academy: https://bridgtonacademy.org/ Contact Coach Connors at RConnors@BridgtonAcademy.or...

Coach Rashad Devoe is an assistant coach for Sacred Heart University Mens Lacrosse in Fairfield, Connecticut. Coach Rashad has coached at multiple levels for over two decades and isn't just a goalie and face-off coach, but also a "life coach." His focus on connecting with players and motivating them to perform provides critical guidance for new and returning players, and you will not...

Coach Eric Ruppel coaches the mens lacrosse time at Emoryand Henry University in Meadowview, Virginia. Coach Ruppel was previously the headcoach at Quincy University in Quincy Illinois, head coach at University ofTexas-Dallas, and assistant coach and defensive coordinator at Adams StateUniversity in Alamosa, Colorado. He also coached high school lacrosse at PlanoSenior High School in Plano, Texas....

Coach Eric Ruppel coaches the mens lacrosse time at Emoryand Henry University in Meadowview, Virginia. Coach Ruppel was previously the headcoach at Quincy University in Quincy Illinois, head coach at University ofTexas-Dallas, and assistant coach and defensive coordinator at Adams StateUniversity in Alamosa, Colorado. He also coached high school lacrosse at PlanoSenior High School in Plano, Texas....

Coach Justin Van Tassel coaches the varsity boys lacrossetime at Maclay High School in Tallahassee, Florida. Having been involved in the game in some way for over 35 years, he brings a unique and positive approach to coaching high school varsity players. You’ll appreciate his straightforward approach to helping motivate players, run practice and urge players to exceed the standards to play at the...

Meet two of the best players to ever come out of the panhandle. Clarke and Noah Haas are standout athletes and recent college graduates who know what it means to be a leader, a teammate, and a scholar-athlete. Listen in as they discuss their lacrosse backgrounds, memorable experiences, and plans for the future. Contact Clarke on Instagram at @clarke.haas Email Noah at noahhaas816@gmail.com Contact...

Dive into the world of women's college lacrosse, with Cydnie Helton and Olivia Galberaith of Tennessee Wesleyan University Lacrosse (NAIA). Discover what it takes to play at the college level, as Cydnie and Olivia talk about their journey from the first time they picked up a stick to their goals and plans for lacrosse...it may surprise you. Reach Cydnie on Instagram: @ cydniehelton Reach Olivi...

Former college and pro player Fred Haas breaks down the origins of lacrosse, the recruiting process, what coaches are looking for, and what to expect playing at the next level. You won't want to miss this one! Contact Coach Haas at fredjhaas@gmail.com Contact us at jon@1stcitylax.com or check us out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Ag1zA8mJ9q0HlF5Q0jaqw?si=wPrZ2PGgTH-DOPTPmvG2gg Pand...

Coach Casey and Coach Jon break down some of the challenges with NIL, NCAA roster changes and managing expectations with the ever-changing landscape of college athletics. Follow Southside High School Lacrosse on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/southsidehslax Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southsidehslax/ Contact Coach Casey at coachcaseymcdonald@gmail.com For podcast details...

Learn how two former players navigated their way through playing, coaching and now officiating lacrosse. Colby and Jordan offer amazing insights and a unique perspective on how to be effective listeners and teammates. Whether you're a player, coach, official, or "just a spectator," get ready to have your eyes opened to a whole new perspective as Coach Jon, Colby and Jordan take on the transition b...

When things get tough, as they sometimes do, we want you to remember two things: 1. Your life is a gift to those around you. 2. No matter what you've been through, you've endured it to get here. You have more fight left in you, more to offer, and more to learn. Don't hang up your cleats too early. To learn how to become an Ambassador for Morgan's Message, check out morgansmessage.org.

Jeff Sherman has been involved in lacrosse for over 50 years, and is responsible for building and growing the lacrosse officiating program since moving to the Gulf Coast. Between the hundreds of games officiated and thousands of players, coaches and spectators who have seen him on the field, he has a unique perspective and insight on matching the love of the game with the spirit of lacrosse. You w...

Coach Jamie is also "Official Jamie", and is one of the preeminent leaders of lacrosse on the Gulf Coast. Between running the 30A Lacrosse program in Santa Rose Beach, FL, coaching the youth and high school girls, and becoming a NCAA-certified college girls' lacrosse official, Jamie has a unique perspective on the rules of the game and what it takes to be a lacrosse official. To learn more about 3...

Coach Thomas Doyle is one of the most experienced coaches in the area. With a lacrosse career spanning multiple teams, years and age groups, Coach Doyle has coached his teams to multiple state and local championships and helped send athletes to D1 schools. Learn what it takes to play at the next level from one of the best. You can reach Coach Doyle by searching Bayhawks Lacrosse or via email at td...

Coach Leigh has been coaching or playing lacrosse on and off for the last 30 days, and is unmatched in her ability to teach both the fundamentals and advanced techniques and strategies. Between coaching and managing a girls' rec program, and recently becoming the new head coach for the Pensacola Catholic High School girls lacrosse team, she has trained hundreds of girls in her career, many of whom...

Coach Kevin has been around lacrosse for a long time, and brings a wealth of knowledge and positive coaching to the game. As a former rec coach and the boys head lacrosse coach for Booker T. Washington High School in Pensacola, Florida, he has coached hundreds of players throughout the panhandle, including his own two boys, and as a high school teacher, has a unique perspective on turning young me...

Coach Pickrell brings years of experience to the panhandle, and has big aspirations when it comes to growing lacrosse on the Gulf Coast. From starting a youth program to working with local high schoolers, he has positively influenced the lives of thousands of lacrosse players across the U.S. You won't want to miss this one. GoFundMe for the Bussing Family: https://gofund.me/3ee4cba6 Contact Coach...

From our families to yours, thank you for the continued support and we grow the lacrosse community in the panhandle.