Longtime educators and lacrosse fanatics Marty Kupprion and Bill Leahy focus on engaging different perspectives from the world of youth sports. Coach Kupp (Former Delaware Blue Hen, Current Coach at Haverford School) and Coach Leahy (Pennsylvania‘s Winningest High School Coach at La Salle College High School) talk lacrosse, culture building and other topics related to coaching and parenting today‘s athletes. Learn more about NXT at NXTsports.com.
More Than A Club
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Longtime educators and lacrosse fanatics Marty Kupprion and Bill Leahy focus on engaging different perspectives from the world of youth sports. Coach Kupp (Former Delaware Blue Hen, Current Coach at Haverford School) and Coach Leahy (Pennsylvania‘s Winningest High School Coach at La Salle College High School) talk lacrosse, culture building and other topics related to coaching and parenting today‘s athletes. Learn more about NXT at NXTsports.com.
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June 6, 2023
Drew Adams on Being a Lacrosse Goalie & His Journey from Springfield Delco to Penn State, Pro Lacrosse and Team USA
<p class="x_ContentPasted0">Philly Hall of Fame goaltending phenom Drew Adams shares his wise insights on “the journey” from Delco to the PLL and home again.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">Here are some notes to help you enjoy this new episode!</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">After a high school All-American career Drew headed to Penn State University where he was ECAC Rookie of the Year, ECAC Goalie of the Year twice, and 3X USILA Honorable Mention All-American. Drew thrived as a professional playing for the MLL (Major Lacrosse League) New York Lizards where he played in six MLL All-Star games and won a League Championship in 2015. Additionally, he was MLL Goalie of the Year three times. He also played in the PLL for the Archers LC. On the international stage, Drew won a silver medal with Team USA in 2014. Since his retirement, Drew has been inducted into the eastern PA Chapter of the USA Lacrosse Hall of Fame and has been busy living and working in the Villanova/Delco area. We hope you enjoy the show.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">6:00: For parents: </p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">The even-keeled unconditional support from parents of student-athletes. Post-game in the Adams family. Subtle observations and support.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">9:00: For coaches: </p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">Goaltending: First save the ball. Be mentally tough. Lead the team. It’s not a perfect science. Are there goalie non-negotiables?</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">17:56: For players: </p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">Culture building with the MLL New York Lizards – they made sacrifices! The Team USA experience and dealing with, playing with, and enjoying the talent of the Canadians.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">Questions & Answers</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">24:50: Influential youth league and high school influential coaches. Coaches who made an impact growing up in a special community.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">28:45: The tradition, the power, and the influence of Ridley lacrosse in the Philadelphia area.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">31:17: The unfamiliar collegiate recruiting process – club influence and building confidence.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">33:20: Choosing PSU and how the goalie recruiting process is different. PSU coaches made a difference.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">37:14: PSU memories and heartbreaks. Trying to get “over the hump.”</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">39:00: Grant Ament and the foreshadowing commercial. A good full-circle story.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">41:41: Finding mentors and finding one’s stride professionally.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">44:40: Brian “Doc” Dougherty and the power of a “goalie community”.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">47:00: Transitioning from the MLL to the PLL. Pushing a new league forward.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">48:30: Coach Bates, Coach Resch, and the Archers LC. Special times.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">50:00: Top shooters and the challenges they bring for a goalie. Canadians – again!</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">52:50: Walking away from the game. Work and family calls.</p> <p class="x_ContentPasted0">54:54: Rapid Fire NXT Homework</p>
May 9, 2023
Behind the Stripes - A Philly Referee’s Perspective on Lacrosse, with Paul Kubach
<p>Here are some notes to help you enjoy this new episode! </p> <p>Today’s guest, Paul Kubach is a well-respected referee in Philadelphia and takes us “behind the stripes” when it comes to being an official in today’s summer club, high school, and collegiate settings. Paul has “grown with the game” and is now the Treasurer and Assignor of The Greater Philadelphia Lacrosse Officials Association (GPLOA). </p> <p>Paul gives all listeners a perspective we usually don’t ask for, often assume we know better than, and shares how challenging it can be to call a consistent game. We hope you enjoy Paul’s insights as much as we enjoyed our time interviewing him. </p> <p>Youth Sports Hot Topics </p> <p>00:11: Introduction </p> <p>3:00: For parents: How refs view parents on the sideline. Do refs even care? Let’s not make it personal. A ref’s job is…… </p> <p>8:30: For players: Do palms up get a player anywhere? Better calls? Coaches coach, players play, refs ref. Just focus on the next play and watch your language. </p> <p>14:45: For coaches: Breaking down the rulebook. The biggest challenges to calling a fair game. Being consistent. Do referees watch film? </p> <p>Questions & Answers </p> <p>23:30: Growing up in Northeast Philadelphia as a football and baseball guy. Go Eagles! </p> <p>24:24: Paul’s first introduction to lacrosse. Drop the ball……and never looked back. </p> <p>27:30: How do refs receive feedback and grow? Rulebook vs learning on the field. Rare calls. </p> <p>30:34: A convert to the game. How lacrosse won Paul over. </p> <p>31:50: How to get started as a referee and move up the ranks. </p> <p>36:00: Being a good ref is more than knowing the rules. It’s “how” you show up. </p> <p>36:45: Understanding all the rules….mens, womens, shot clocks, and more. Fan friendly? </p> <p>39:50: Calling big games. Challenges, reflections, and eye black. </p> <p>44:47: GPLOA. What is it? And what is an Assignor? How to get started as a ref. </p> <p>47:50: Rapid Fire NXT Homework </p>
March 14, 2023
Philly Love with Michael Sowers, Record-Breaking Attackman & Premier Lacrosse League Championship MVP
<p>Here are some notes to help you enjoy this new episode!</p> <p>Today’s guest, Michael Sowers takes listeners on a journey through his lacrosse career. He touches on how unique it is to be a “coaches’ kid”, how important it is to learn how to play without the ball, and how important culture has been in his career. He has pronounced high school reflections, leading him to an incredible collegiate, international, and professional career.</p> <p>Youth Sports Hot Topics</p> <p>00:11: Introduction: Michael Sowers: A Humble Warrior.</p> <p>2:08: For parents: The Importance of Playing Multiple Sports & Being a “Coaches Kid”.</p> <p>6:47: For coaches: Being a Complete Attackman with and without the Ball.</p> <p>15:38: For players: Culture Building from Upper Dublin to the PLL.</p> <p> </p> <p>Questions & Answers</p> <p>21:15: Youth ball: Friends for life, growing together. Regrets.</p> <p>26:35: Running the Numbers</p> <p>27:00: The Princeton Experience.</p> <p>30:00: How did your game change at the college level?</p> <p>31:40: From Covid Changed It All, but lead to Duke</p> <p>35:00: PLL Waterdogs and Injury. A time away from the game.</p> <p>37:50: Future Plans…….”I love the game”. USA (again)?</p> <p>38:50: Word Association & Philly Love</p> <p>40:15: Rapid Fire NXT Homework</p>
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