The Player & The Journalist

Ep. 24: Rounds One & Two Analysis In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick share their thoughts on the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament & look ahead as only eight teams remain. 3:00 – First Round Hopkins, Richmond vs. Marquette, UAlbany vs. UVA 15:20 – Second Round Each Sweet Sixteen Game 51:14 – Upcoming Games What a Win Would Mean for Denver’s Program, How Loyola can Up...

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss NCAA Tournament bubble teams with the postseason right around the corner. 3:12 – Who Is In? Drexel, Marquette, Army & Michigan 28:21 – Who Is Out? Yale, Villanova, Virginia Tech & Navy 46:30 – The Path In Campbell, Stanford & Johns Hopkins Episode 23. Recorded on April 23, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by royalty. Two words. Izzy. Scane. 2:16 – Northwestern’s Success 5:30 – Mindset While Playing 17:23 – Coming Back Strong Injury & Mental Health Journey 32:27 – Erin Coykendall & Molly Laliberty 42:28 – Representing Michigan Episode 22. Recorded on March 28, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by 2022 All-American defender Eugénie Rovegno from Washington & Lee University. 2:35 – Get to Know Eugénie Oyster farm, why W&L, lacrosse family 20:01 – Strengths as a Defender 27:15 – W&L’s Current Season 33:52 – Favorite Aspects of Lacrosse Episode 21. Recorded on March 26, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by defender and AU professional Courtney Taylor who played at Temple & Boston College.    2:27 – What is Courtney Doing Now? 13:38 – Lessons Learned Temple & BC coaching staffs 21:41 – Goals for BC This Year Thoughts on UNC Defeat 31:23 – Toughest Player to Guard Episode 20. Recorded on March 19, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss fan-submitted topics and questions on the current college season. 1:13 – Talking Teams Army, Xavier, Clemson, Drexel & Notre Dame 42:13 – Right or Wrong? Villanova & Duke 54:30 – Way Too Early Final 4 Teams Can Florida, Loyola or UVA make a surprise run? 1:03:40 – Tips for Beginners Episode 19. Recorded on February 26, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss the opening weekend of the 2023 college season. 3:01 – What Caught Our Eye 6:30 – Marquee Games Breakdown Syracuse vs. Northwestern Louisville vs. Denver 33:32 – An Unexpected Loss 39:37 – Most Impressive Team Maryland & Old Dominion Episode 18. Recorded on February 12, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick talk with Villanova HC Jill Batcheller who gives an in-depth preview of the 2023 Wildcats. 3:09 – Nova’s 2022 Season Takeaways from year one, coaching staff consistency 18:59 – Previewing 2023 Schedule, team identity, newcomers, players to watch 42:00 – Program Goals This year and beyond Episode 17.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick rank their top 5 teams, predict all 15 D1 conference champions and share thoughts on the 2023 NCAA season. 0:59 – Top 5 Teams 21:23 – Predicting Conference Champs 52:50 – Picks Tewaaraton winner, national champion, team that will surprise people 1:01:11 – General Thoughts Clemson’s embarrassing non-conference schedule Episode 16.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick reflect on the year that was in women’s lacrosse. 1:32 – Player of the Year Jamie Ortega & Meaghan Tyrrell 7:10 – Game of the Year 14:20 – Surprise of the Year Aurora Cordingley & American University 24:00 – Moment of the Year 29:00 – Changes in 2023 Credit given to players between the 30’s & flopping Episode 15.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by Maryland freshman midfielder and Minnesota’s very own Jaylen Rosga. 2:10 – Young Jaylen Coming from Minnesota, role models & injury recovery 16:52 – Taking Over #22 20:09 – First Fall Ball Adjusting to college lacrosse, Maryland freshmen & season expectations 29:06 – Random Questions Favorite song, breakfast food, show, Than...

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick speak with Duke Head Coach Kerstin Kimel about her 2023 Blue Devils. 2:40 – Looking Back at 2022 Beating BC and learning from end of season struggles 11:34 – Duke’s 2023 Team Maddie Jenner’s impact, an experienced roster and transfers 27:17 – Thoughts on Specific Players Freshmen class, Katie DeSimone, Anna Callahan and goalies 39:44 – Expectatio...

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss takeaways from the Fall Classic between Team USA and the University of North Carolina. Topics include: the new-look Tar Heels, a new era for the red, white and blue, and overall gameplay. 1:44 – New-Look Tar Heels Alecia Nicholas, Brooklyn Walker-Welch, Liv Pikiell and Reilly Casey 11:39 – Leaders for UNC 24:20 – New Era for Team USA Rece...

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss important transfers, new head coaches, conference changes and D2 teams making the jump to D1. 1:48 – Transfers Tayler Warehime, Marge Donovan, Julianna Sanchez, Margot Hotham, Katie Riehl and Molly LaLiberty 18:12 – New Head Coaches UMass, Eastern Michigan, Arizona State, Johns Hopkins and Cal 29:10 – Conference Changes 34:36 – Lindenwood...

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick preview the upcoming collegiate season. 5:16 – Initial rankings. 12:32  – Teams to look out for. 20:46 – National champion picks. 28:02  – BC’s motivation level. Episode 10.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss the equity differences between the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Tournaments. 2:22 – Roster & bench limits. 9:13 – Venue capacity. 13:48 – David’s 2019 Final Four story. 27:39 – Possible championship venues. Episode 9.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss the impact the transfer portal has had on the college game and the impact it will have going forward. 4:59 – Will the rich get richer? 9:35 – Goalies transferring. 15:17  – More aggressive recruiting. 24:20  – Coaches under more pressure. Episode 8.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss fan predictions for the upcoming NCAA season. 0:50 – Will Louisville crack the top 10? 8:54 – Another first-time champion in 2022? 14:12 – David on Princeton’s chances. 24:22 – Jillian’s choice for most likely first-time champion. Episode 7.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick talk with Boston College goalie Rachel Hall. 4:18 – Trivia questions. 19:46 – Rachel’s unique journey. 31:27 – Will she return in 2023? 35:05 – Fan questions. Episode 6.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick sit down with Drexel All-American Karson Harris. 2:07 – Drexel’s new coaching staff. 7:58 – Expectations for 2022. 15:33 – Karson evolving on offense. 24:30 – Belief within the Drexel program. Episode 5.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss struggles and sacrifices that come along with success. They also discuss staying positive through the highs and lows. 1:20 – Life struggles. 14:47 – Sacrifices required to be successful. 19:35 – Handling failure. 25:43 – Social media & its impact on health. Episode 4.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss fifth-year transfers Andie Aldave and Paige Petty. They also discuss rule changes for the 2022 college season. 0:30 – Andie Aldave transferring to UNC. 9:30 – Paige Petty to Pittsburgh. 15:03 – College rule changes. Episode 3.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick recap week one of AU lacrosse. They also discuss the format & rules of the new professional league, Jill Batcheller going to Villanova and Kayla Treanor taking over for Gary Gait at Syracuse. 4:34 – Individual points system of AU lacrosse. 15:53 – Jill Batcheller leaving Drexel for Villanova. 23:57 – Kayla Treanor and Syracuse. Episode 2.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick introduce themselves, recap the 2021 season, discuss Boston College’s four straight championship appearances, the Eagles’ championship victory over Syracuse and the biggest surprises of the 2021 season. 12:00 – Northwestern falling to Syracuse in Final 4. 31:00 – BC’s championship appearances. 49:20 – Emotions of winning it all. 55:00 – Biggest...