Cindy Timchal: Leadership Lessons From The Winningest Coach In Women's Lacrosse

Deemer Class and Matt Dunn sit down with Navy coach Cindy Timchal. A legendary figure in women's lacrosse, Timchal shares her journey to becoming the all-time wins leader in Division I women's lacrosse, with over 578 victories and eight national titles. The conversation explores Timchal's early influences, her approach to coaching, and the key lessons she's learned. They discuss the importance of mindset, player development, and specific coaching philosophies that have contributed to Timchal's success in building successful programs at Northwestern, Maryland, and the United States Naval Academy. The episode also highlights her significant impact on the sport and her strategies for mentoring the next generation of coaches.Timecodes

0:00 - Background

4:45 - Why Lax

12:00 - Being Demanding

18:00 - Program Building

28:00 - Mindset Evolutions

42:45 - Continue Success

51:00 - Drill Development

1:01:15 - Feedback Loop

1:11:00 - Coaching at Navy

1:15:30 - Coaching Advice