Episodes

Send us a text Our first in a series of episodes talking with Pro Lacrosse players who played their college ball in DII starts with Shayne Jackson. He shares his lacrosse journey from Canada to Onondaga to Limestone to the NLL and beyond. Listen and find out why Shayne loves the NLL and how DII helped him get to the pros. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacrosse! ...

Send us a text This is a MUST listen episode for any parent or student athlete in middle or high school who is thinking of playing at the next level. In this episode, the In the Crease boys sit down with Reid Meyer, founder of Athletes to Athletes to hear his story of being recruited for college and how that led him to starting this company. In between all that, Reid drops fantastic advice on the recruiting process and what to focus on. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favo...

Send us a text In this episode, the In the Crease boys sit down with 4 Assistant Coaches (Austin Grimes of UIndy, Ryan O'Hagan of Mercyhurst, Ryan Sullivan of Tampa, and Brian Volpi of Adelphi) to find out what it takes to really make their programs run. You don't want to miss their insights into being an assistant coach and their thoughts on why DII lacrosse is so great! If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the...

Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys sit down with Coach Jim Fritz who has coached in DII since its humble beginnings. Our conversation starts with how DII lacrosse got started, but then it opened up to a wide variety of topics, to include: the growth of the game; automatic qualifiers for the DII NCAA tournament; and NCAA Championship weekend. If you are a student of the game, or just starting to understand it, you don't want to miss this episode! If you like what we are doing, s...

Send us a text The In the Crease boys sit down with Matt Shand - a former St Leo lacrosse player and now owner of Sticks and Stones Lacrosse. Hear what he has to say about what life is like after his playing days; what advice he has for players in college and thinking of playing lacrosse at the college level; and why he considers DII the "People's League". If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D...

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with a former DII player who also played for England's U19 team, Mike Connor. He provides great insight into the lacrosse game across the pond and shares his story of how he got to play DII lacrosse in the United States. The In the Crease boys also share the latest DII lacrosse news. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacrosse! &...

Send us a text In this episode, we take a break from talking DII lacrosse specifically to focus on the important topic of mental health. To help us navigate this difficult subject, we invited Dr. Robin Scholefield, the Director of Culture, Wellbeing & Sport Psychology at the University of Southern California. She provides great insight into not only what student athletes are dealing with but also how to promote a healthier environment. We also talk with Thomas Galgano and his effort...

Send us a text In this episode, the In the Crease boys tell the story of their trials and tribulations of Championship weekend while also having the good fortune of being able to talk to both teams prior to last Sunday's game and a bonus Champions interview. We also tip our caps to the players who were selected as USILA All Americans. Congrats, boys! If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happenin...

Send us a text In this episode, the In the Crease boys discuss the semifinal games and the NCAA finals matchup. We also tip our caps to the players who were selected to the USILA All Region teams. Congrats, boys! If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacrosse! You can check out Tampa and Mercy at: Tampa: Twitter -@TampaMLax &...

Send us a text The In the Crease boys get you caught up with the first and quarterfinal rounds of NCAA tournament play. We also preview the final four match-ups. In the Coach's Spotlight, we bring back Coach Brian Novotny of Seton Hill to talk about his team's incredible run . For our Players Spotlight, we talk with Willie Grieco - Wingate's prolific attackman and what it is like to play there. As always, you don't want to miss either discussion! If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your...

Send us a text The In the Crease boys break down the bracket and preview the upcoming games. We also review last week's tournament championship games. In the Coach's Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Connor Doyle of UAH to talk about how he is building the sport to rival Alabama football through his team's play . For our Players Spotlight, we talk with Justin Gerdvil - Mercy's outstanding defender and what it means to play there. As always, you don't want to miss either discussion! If you li...

Send us a text The 2nd week of conference tournament championships is here! The In the Crease boys break down who is playing and when - and even give our predictions of the winners. And, as always, we review the great games from last week. In the Coach's Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Daniel Steigert of Dominican to discuss his team's fight and tenacity and what he is building. For our Players Spotlight, we talk with Louis Ragusa - Pace University's outstan...

Send us a text Conference tournament tine is upon us! The In the Crease boys break down who is playing and when - and even give our predictions of the winners. And, as always, we review the great games from last week. In the Coach's Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Brad MacArthur of Florida Tech to get his perspective on the resilience of his team and playing in the Sunshine State Conference. For our Players Spotlight, we talk with another faceoff specialist - this...

Send us a text What a CRAZY good week of lacrosse games! The In the Crease boys break down these games and how they could affect conference tournament seeding. And, as always, we preview games to watch for Week 12. In the Coach's Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Jason Lange of Montevallo to get his perspective on the Falcons season so far and the Peach Belt. For our Players Spotlight, we break the mold and bring on the 2 starting D middies for the Wingate Bulldogs ...

Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys break down what has been happening in conference play and what it may look like for conference tournament seeding. And, as always, we preview games to watch for Week 11. In the Coaches Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Jimmy Lange of Lindenwood to get his perspective on the Lions season so far and the journey to DI . For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Giovanni Marino of the Wilmington Wildcats and discuss his te...

Send us a text This week provides a double dose of Adelphi as the In the Crease boys get to talk with Coach Gordon Purdy in the Coach's Spotlight and then spend time with Adelphi LSM, Sean McGovern in the Player's Spotlight. We also break down last week's games and preview games to watch for Week 10. Finally, we spend our final thoughts speaking about the importance of mental health and reaching out for help when needed. Please take the time to reach out and see what t...

Send us a text The In the Crease boys break down the subtle shifts in the DII landscape with some close and critical games. And, as always, we preview games to watch for Week 9. In the Coaches Spotlight, we get to talk with Coach Tim Robbins of AIC and hear his unique and cool approach to building his team. For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Kevin Horwitz of the Florida Southern Mocs and discuss his team and his faceoff prowess. You don't want to miss either discussion...

Send us a text Can D2 lacrosse get any crazier?!? The In the Crease boys break down what's been happening across the landscape with some critical upsets, along with previewing games to watch for Week 8. In the Coaches Spotlight, we finished our series with Roberts Wesleyan by talking with Head Coach, Rocky Delfino. For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Kendall Collins of the Limestone Saints and discuss his team and the adversity he has personally had to deal ...

Send us a text What a week of DII Men's Lacrosse! #1 Le Moyne goes down and Tampa battles Florida Tech in a double overtime game! The In the Crease boys break down those games and more, as well as preview games to watch for in Week 7. In the Coaches Spotlight, we are joined by Rollins Head Coach, Chris Lewis as he discusses his team's hot start and the play of the SSC. For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Hunter Lemieux of the Roberts Wesleyan Redhawks about his ca...

Send us a text The season just gets better and better! The In the Crease boys break down the past week of stellar games and preview games to watch for in Week 6. In the Coaches Spotlight, we catch up with St Rose Head Coach, Alex Williams, and get his perspective on his team's great start so far. For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Zac Carrigan of the Mars Hill Lions about his stellar play. You don't want to miss either segment! If you like what we are doing, sub...

Send us a text D2 lacrosse got into full swing in Week 4 and storylines started to take shape! The In the Crease boys break down the past week of stellar games and preview games to watch for Week 5. In the Coaches Spotlight, we finished our series with Le Moyne by talking with Head Coach, Dan Sheehan. For our Player's Spotlight, we talk with Leon Adams of the D'Youville Saints and get the player's perspective of starting up a new program. You don't want to miss either ...

Send us a text Week 3 is in the books and D2 lacrosse gets into full swing this next week! The In the Crease boys break down the past week of stellar games and preview games to watch for Week 4. We also had a frank and open discussion with Coach Rodger Colbert of UDC and enjoyed talking with Ben McCreary - Le Moyne Dolphins middie. You don't want to miss either segment! If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the w...

Send us a text Week 2 is in the books and it is already heating up! The In the Crease boys break down the past week of stellar games and preview games to watch for Week 3. We also enjoyed spending some time with Coach Wims of Embry-Riddle and Blake Ulmer - Tampa's Goalie. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacrosse! You can check out Embry-Riddle and Tampa at...

Send us a text If Week 1 of the DII Men's lacrosse season was any indication, we are in for a fantastic ride this year! The In the Crease boys break down the past week of stellar games and preview games to watch for Week 2. We also enjoyed spending some time with Coach Cotter of Newberry and Brian Robb - a Middie for UINDY. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and help us spread the word of the great things happening in D2 Men's Lacros...