First Class Lacrosse Podcast The Opening Week, Early Season Predictions, Themes from 2024
Jan 31, 2025
The hosts dive into the excitement of the new lacrosse season, highlighting crucial matchups like Hopkins vs. Denver. They analyze evolving strategies, showcasing the balance between structure and player creativity. Insights from mentorship experiences emphasize the importance of preparing for life beyond college sports. The episode explores Denver’s shifting team dynamics and how Johns Hopkins is adapting post-key player loss. The conversation also touches on the transformative influences shaping modern lacrosse, including the role of the shot clock and positionless play.
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Galloway's Trash Talk
- Deemer Class recalls John Galloway's trash talk during a game.
- Galloway's in-game antics aimed to disrupt Class's focus.
Mid-Major Strategy
- Early season games are crucial for mid-major teams.
- These games offer chances to improve rankings and impress recruits.
Scheduling Dynamics
- In lacrosse, game schedules are often determined by coaches' relationships.
- This can disadvantage some teams, especially mid-majors, when seeking challenging matchups.