Navigating Sports: Growth Through Adversity

In this episode of the FCL podcast, hosts Deemer Class, Stephen Rehfuss and Matt Dunn are joined by special guest AJ Larkin. The episode kicks off with a review of recent lacrosse matchups and notable performances, including Maryland's win over Syracuse and Princeton's overtime victory against Penn State. On the women's side, Syracuse won against Maryland and BC defeated Northwestern in a significant game.

AJ Larkin discusses a day in the life of a Maryland lacrosse player, sharing his daily schedule, the transition from high school to college, and his decision to redshirt his freshman year. The discussion highlights the team's preparation under coach Tillman and a breakdown of Maryland's tactical approach in their recent game against Syracuse. The hosts also cover the weekend's most anticipated games and provide advice to parents and players navigating tryouts and playing time issues. The episode concludes with insights on the increasing use of the 10-man ride in lacrosse and a deeper dive into innovative offensive strategies, particularly Villanova's three-man below goal line extended approach.