Lax Goalie Rat Podcast

Send us Fan Mail As Mercyhurst University makes its ambitious leap into NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse, one name to watch between the pipes is sophomore goalie Jaret Jawor . A native of Lockport, Illinois, Jawor played his high school lacrosse at Wheaton Academy, where he developed into a strong and athletic netminder. Now standing at 6-foot-3, Jawor brings size, reach, and a calming presence to t...

Send us Fan Mail Owen Salanger has quickly made a name for himself as a standout goalie for the University of Massachusetts men’s lacrosse team. A freshman from Liverpool, New York, Salanger has demonstrated exceptional skill, composure, and leadership in the cage, earning Honorable Mention All-American honors from USA Lacrosse Magazine. His ability to make clutch saves and control the defense has...

Send us Fan Mail Fairfield Goalie Owen Hirsch: Confidence Is Contagious In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, Coach Damon sits down with Fairfield University goalie Owen Hirsch to talk all things between the pipes. Owen shares his inspiring journey from a young, pad-covered beginner to D1 starter, highlighting how he conquered his fear of the ball and developed elite confidence in the cag...

Send us Fan Mail Maura Spicer is a promising young lacrosse player for Cherokee High School in Marlton, New Jersey. A member of the Class of 2028, Spicer plays as a goalkeeper for the Cherokee Girls Varsity Lacrosse team. Spicer has already begun making an impact on the field. During the 2024-2025 season, she recorded eight saves across three games, averaging 6.06 saves per game. Her standout perf...

Send us Fan Mail Daniella (Danny) Guyette is an emerging talent in collegiate lacrosse, recognized for her agility, composure, and leadership as a goalkeeper for Syracuse University. Originally from Newbury Park, California, Guyette’s lacrosse journey began at Newbury Park High School, where she was a standout player. She earned multiple accolades, including three-time All-Marmonte League First Te...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Carolina Tar Heels goalie Betty Nelson.  At UNC, Nelson quickly made her mark. In her first collegiate start, she recorded seven saves, contributing to a dominant 14-2 victory over James Madison. Throughout the 2025 season, she has maintained a save percentage over 50% and played a pivotal role in UNC's top-ranked scoring defense. Her exceptional perfor...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Notre Dame goalie Isabel Pithie opens up about the mental side of goalkeeping and how she stays focused and ready for action. A key theme of her journey has been mental preparation—whether it’s staying locked in during games, visualizing key moments, or learning how to reset after conceding a goal. She talks about how visualization and awareness of the gam...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Brown goalie Connor Foley.  Brown University goalie Connor Foley has been turning heads this season with a .560 save percentage, Ivy League Defensive Player of the Week honors, and an Inside Lacrosse HM All-American. But what sets Foley apart isn’t just stats—it’s his energy, style, and mindset. He joins the show to discuss his lacrosse goalie game and the l...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Tommy Gross, starting lacrosse goalie for the St. Josephs Hawks.  We dig into him learning the position of lacrosse goalie at a young age, some mental lessons he's learned along the way, and a lesson from last year's A10 championship game he'll never forget.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Army West Point goalie Sean Byrne discussing his lacrosser goalie career, his faith, and the Black Knights 2025 season so far.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Rutgers goalie Cardin Stoller discusses his lacrosse goalie journey and the goalie tips he's learned along the way.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Interview with Vermont men's lacrosse goalie Ryan Daly.  Ryan Daly’s journey to becoming Vermont’s starting goalie has been anything but predictable—just the way he likes it. The Norwell, Massachusetts native describes himself as spontaneous, which is fitting given his introduction to the position. His first time in goal was an impulse decision, and now, as a sophomore, he’s...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with high school junior lacrosse goalie Lindsay Stubenvoll.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Interview with high school sophomore from North Carolina Jackson Runkle discussing his lacrosse career to date.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with University of Utah alum and founder of Adaptive goaltending Connor Hollison.  Discussing his lacrosse goalie path and the keys for the youngsters to succeed in net.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Penn State lacrosse goalie Jack Fracyon.  We discuss his journey from midfielder to elite goalie, handling pressure, mental resilience, and top training tips. Learn from his experience, mindset, and insights as he prepares for his final collegiate season.  Tune in for expert goalie advice! Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with female goalie Piper Dalsemer, a 2027 high school sophomore from California discusses her approach to the position of lacrosse goalie.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Podcast interview with Boston University women's lacrosse goalie Zoe Inglis discussing topics like building confidence, creating a community and leaving a legacy.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we about the science and the training of vision with True Focus Vision founder Josh Tucker.  Josh is an ice hockey goalie and used extensive vision training exercises to increase his ability on the ice. In this podcast episode we talk about those drills, the science behind vision, and how this type of training can benefit lacrosse goalies.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the LAX Goalie Rat Podcast , Coach Damon Wilson sits down with Aidan Seibel , the #1 ranked high school goalie in his class and future Maryland Terrapin. Aidan shares his incredible lacrosse journey—from his first time jumping into goal as a determined fourth grader to becoming an All-American , MIAA Player of the Year , and committing to his dream school, the U...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the LAX Goalie Rat Podcast, we sit down with Michigan lacrosse goalie Hunter Taylor (#52) to dive into his inspiring journey between the pipes. Hunter shares his unique insights on controlling the controllables, maintaining a competitive mindset, and building trust with teammates both on and off the field. We discuss the lessons he brought from football to lacro...

Send us Fan Mail 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 goaltending, the challenges of recruiting, and how a...

Send us Fan Mail 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 insights that have helped him thrive at the Division 1...

Send us Fan Mail 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," and staying calm under pressure. He...

Send us Fan Mail 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-to reset routine after tough goals, his approach...