January 20, 2025

Jack Posey - Undrafted to PLL, Why Defense Isn't Taught Well, The Art of Angles in 1 on 1 Coverage

1 hour 1 minute

Jack Posey, is a current defender for the Chaos LC in the PLL. Jack shares his journey from being undrafted to making an impact in professional lacrosse, delving deep into the nuances of defensive techniques, training philosophies, and his role at the Lacrosse Barn—a premier training facility in Texas. This episode is packed with insights on player development, the importance of angles, and actionable advice for aspiring athletes.

Topics Discussed:

Jack Posey’s journey from college lacrosse at Penn State to the professional level.

The concept of angles and their critical role in defensive lacrosse.

Training philosophies: how to blend athletic development, skill building, and failure management.

Insights into the operations and impact of the Lacrosse Barn in Dallas.

The significance of defensive technique and contact in lacrosse.

Lessons learned from legendary coaches Jeff Tambroni and Andy Towers.

The importance of self-analysis for players and how to cultivate it.

Key Quotes from the Episode:

"If an offensive player can get to your chest, that's an advantage to them. As a defender, you have to dictate when and where that happens." – Jack Posey

"Playing defense is about turning a speed game into an angle game—that’s where the advantage shifts to you." – Jack Posey

"Coach Towers’ policy is honesty, and I’ve never met someone who stayed more true to that." – Jack Posey

Timestamps:

00:00 Sneak Peek

00:42 Welcome to The Ride

02:14 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Lacrosse Skill Sessions

03:03 Overview of the Lacrosse Barn

04:03 Defensive Training Philosophy and Techniques

05:47 The Importance of Proper Technique and Training

07:22 Dallas Lacrosse Scene and Community

11:12 Influence of Jack Rowlett and Training Insights

13:50 Advanced Defensive Techniques and Training Methods

26:35 Coaching Philosophy and Player Development

32:11 Understanding Offensive and Defensive Angles

33:45 Session Structure and Failure Management

35:20 Encouraging Self-Analysis in Players

36:50 Advanced Defensive Techniques and Approaches

49:05 Navigating the Back of the Cage

52:54 Lessons from Coaches and Teammates

59:34 Looking Forward to the Upcoming Season

Resources Mentioned:

The Lacrosse Barn: Premier lacrosse training facility in Dallas, Texas.

PLL Chaos: Jack Posey’s professional team.

Coach Nick Tintle: Renowned lacrosse skills coach and director at the Lacrosse Barn.

Jack Rowlett: Jack’s mentor and one of the top defenders in professional lacrosse.

Connect with Us:

Website: www.theridepodcast.com

Instagram: @theridepodcast

Twitter: @theridepod

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