First Class Lacrosse Podcast Kayla Treanor: Creating Opportunities, Developing Confidence & Striving for Greatness
Jan 24, 2025
Kayla Treanor, Syracuse Women's Head Lacrosse Coach and former Team USA star, shares her inspiring journey from star player to coach. She discusses her father's influence and the challenges of her early coaching career. Kayla emphasizes the importance of maintaining player confidence and her unique observational skills. She reflects on adaptability in college lacrosse and the significance of competition in personal growth. Her relentless drive and commitment to the sport shine through as she navigates the complexities of coaching.
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Becoming a Lefty
- Kayla Treanor transitioned to attack and learned to play lefty in college due to teammate Michelle Tumalo's red card and subsequent ACL tear.
- This unexpected opportunity led her to become a dominant lefty and shaped her career.
Chasing Greatness
- Kayla Treanor discusses being a three-time Tewaarton Award finalist but never winning, losing to Taylor Cummings each time.
- She views this as a positive, as having someone to chase fueled her motivation and growth.
Dominating the Draw
- In her senior year, Kayla Treanor became Syracuse's draw control specialist despite initial reluctance from her coach.
- Her dedication and self-belief led her to set a single-season record.