Sticks In

Welcome to 2024!  We cover the PLL schedule release and the information that is still yet to come out, talk through some preseason DI men's college top 20, and reveal a few New Year's Resolutions as we look ahead to Sticks In in the new year.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A quick episode talking through the proposal/conversation/debate/ideas/coaches vote/whatever else that's been all about, of course, the faceoff again. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A little bit of everything this episode. We cover the trade that sent Matt Rees to the Whipsnakes for Connor Kirst and Bryce Young, plus some roster moves ahead of the Championship Series. In the college world, we talk about the IL Top 50, and the sad news of Lindenwood ending their lacrosse program at the end of this year. Plus, we talk about NLL opening weekend and all the big moments from it. ...

We discuss the eight home markets that were selected for PLL clubs, covering why they were chosen, and some of the criteria that fans may not have fully considered in the process. Plus, we look at a few places that didn't get a team. We also talk through the new conference structure of the league, the upcoming salary cap increase, and the offseason calendar.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa...

We talk about the news that LA 2028 has officially recommended lacrosse be included in the Olympics. Talking through what it means now, for the next five years, and for the game at large. Plus, we talk about Bucknell, Monmouth, Lehigh, and Johns Hopkins visiting Hofstra for a day of fall ball at the Nick Colleluori Classic for the Headstrong Foundation.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

We are back to talk all things PLL Championship Weekend. From the way PLL marketed the event in Philly, to the events of the weekend leading up to the game, and of course, the game itself. We also touch briefly on the way both the Archers and Waterdogs are constructed for future success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Street Lacrosse has been announced! We're talking about the announcement and how it fits into the growth of lacrosse. Then we recap the regular season, some of fun stories and matchups from Salt Lake City, and talking through the Quarterfinal matchups before Monday's triple header at Gillette Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

We talking through the trade that sends Jackson Morrill to the Whipsnakes. Why it makes sense for Chrome, why it makes sense for Whips, the bet that they're both making, and the best outcomes for it.  Then, we go through PLL playoff scenarios by team. What is at stake for all eight teams in the league this week as they wrap up the regular season in Salt Lake City. Finally, we open up the mail. Que...

Back after a break, we discuss the Myles Jones for Romar Dennis trade. We talk through the ways it could have a big impact or small impact, and which of those two things seems more likely.  Then, Redwoods midfielder Cole Kirst joins the podcast to talk about growing up in a lacrosse family, the Kirst Cup in New Jersey, being drafted by the Redwoods, and his time in the PLL so far.  Finally, we rec...

We talk about the PLL All Star weekend in Louisville, including the freestyle competition and other skills events. Plus Jarrod Neumann's Tony Hawk-esque moment in the Fastest Shot contest, and of course, the actual game itself. Then, we talk through the list of finalists for locations for the eight PLL clubs. 26 locations are on the list, which is actually not all that different from the list befo...

PLL All Star Weekend is here, so we are talking all things related to that. We talk through the format, the different events, the rosters, the snubs, and why the PLL delivers a high quality all star game even if the big four sports might not. Then, we go through each of the games from Week 5 in Fairfield. We are talking the results, standout players, outlooks going forward, and the atmosphere that...

We recap all four games from PLL Week 4 in Minneapolis following the break for World Championships. But first, we discuss the faceoff strategy used by the Waterdogs and Cannons. What worked, what didn't, what still could be happening, and the learnings from a weekend where faceoffs were center stage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

We talk through the World Lacrosse Championships in San Diego including the big takeaways, USA/Canada, and the players outside of Pool A who had a great showing at the game. Plus, we preview the upcoming PLL slate as the league gets back to action in Minnesota. But before all that, Redwoods attackman Ryder Garnsey joins the pod to talk playing and coaching at Notre Dame, his expanded role on the W...

Talking through all the action of the third week of the PLL season and constant greatness that is one goal games.  Plus, why it's good to sell out venues, the highlights on social, and wild ideas to handle the faceoff strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We look back at PLL Week 2 in Charlotte. Examining the venue, what the players and coaches thought of the atmosphere, the TV ratings, and of course a game by game recap of the games themselves. We also talk to Archers, Swarm, and Team Canada Goalie Brett Dobson. We cover growing up around multiple sports, attending the Hill Academy and one of the best programs in North America, the decision to go...

After putting a bow on the college season with some Notre Dame and Tewaaraton talk, we look at the first week of PLL action in Albany. Breaking down each game, the big performances, our first look at the rule changes, what coaches and players had to say, and more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

Talking through all the news from a huge day for the PLL.  Ringing the bell at NASDAQ, going city based, why we all get way too excited, actually still touring, and more.  Then, a close look at each of the two Final Four matchups this weekend, with picks for  both games.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Lot of topics today as we cover: - Lyle Thompson playing in MSL for Six Nations this week. We talk the minor overreactions to this news, and what the implications are for the PLL. - Jared Bernhardt retiring from the NFL. We discuss his current status as a PLL prospect, and what teams could use him and are best positioned to sign him if available.  - PLL Rule Changes and Roster moves. How the reduc...

We preview at great length all four of the quarterfinal matchups this weekend in the NCAA tournament.  But before that, we open some mail. Topics include all time great championship weekend games, possible rule changes, PLL picks, PLL expansion, and more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss the massive news that Lyle Thompson will take a sabbatical and not play in the PLL this summer. We discuss how it affects the Cannons on the field, from a front office stand point, and how Thompson's absence could affect the league as a whole this summer. Then, we recap one of the best weekends of NCAA tournament games in recent memory, covering who stood out, the early fate of the  Ivy...

We open with some talk about Tuesday night's PLL draft. Who fell a bit and why they did, moves that were great, moves that were puzzling, and touching on each team's big hits.  Then, we talk Tewaaraton. Discussing why it's always attackman on the list, why that maybe should change, and who I'm picking from the finalists.  Finally, we do the weekend preview, NCAA style. Talking through each matchup...

Tuesday without a Top 20! Today, it's all about the aftermath of selection Sunday. Talking through the seeded teams, the layout of the bracket, interesting early matchups, and the scenarios as they played out over the weekend. Then, it's PLL draft day. We talk through what each team needs, who they should target, and who are some of the names you might not know yet but could hear at the draft.  Ho...

In a surprise piece of news, Sportico reported that the PLL is moving towards going to a geo based model soon, assigning affiliations to teams within the next year. In a rapid fire response to the news, we cover the article, how the PLL can evaluate markets, what cities could be left out, the return of MLL branding, and more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

We heard from Paul Rabil and half the Head Coach/GMs in the PLL leading up to the draft on ESPNU on 5/9. Hear what they had to say, and how it could signal who they may be leaning towards picking.  Plus, previewing and picking the winner of each of the conference tournaments,  and the usual run down of the top 20 ballot and final media poll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

The PLL has revealed the location of the All Star Game: Louisville, Kentucky. I talk through the benefits of going to a non hotbed, and three major questions I have about the decision to take All Star weekend to Louisville.  Then, our trip through the college slate with our usual picks, plus talking through conference tournament scenarios and seeding with an eye on NCAA tournament play.  Hosted by...