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John Savage: Developing the Complete Lacrosse Player at Jesters Lacrosse
đź“– Episode Description:
In this episode, Scotty sits down with John Savage, Director of Player Development for Jesters Lacrosse, to dive deep into what true lacrosse development really looks like—from youth levels all the way to college and beyond. John reflects on his decorated coaching career, including leading Nassau Community College to back-to-back national championships, ending a 13-year title drought, and the lasting impact that program has had on his life as both a player and coach.
John shares powerful insights from his years coaching elite collegiate and professional talent, including what separates good players from great ones, why lacrosse IQ matters as much as skill, and how bad habits formed at young ages can limit players later on. The conversation explores his philosophy around layering skills, correcting biomechanics, teaching players to read defensive pressure, and moving beyond “dodge-and-shoot” lacrosse into a system-based, high-IQ game.
The episode also dives into John’s passion for teaching and mentorship, his belief in building relationships before demanding performance, and why fundamentals and simplicity remain the foundation of elite play. He explains the mission behind Savage Lacrosse, his player development training company, and how it aligns seamlessly with the Jesters’ vision. Wrapping up, John shares his long-term vision for the Boys Jesters program and why Long Island is primed to become a national development hub.
This episode is a must-listen for players, parents, and coaches who care more about development over trophies, process over hype, and building athletes—and people—the right way.
👤 Guest Introduction — John Savage:
John Savage is the Director of Player Development for Jesters Lacrosse and one of the most respected development minds in the Long Island lacrosse community. A former standout player and head coach at Nassau Community College, John led the program to back-to-back NJCAA National Championships, cementing his legacy at one of the most storied junior college programs in the country. He previously served as an assistant under legendary coach George Powers before taking over the program and guiding it back to national prominence.
In addition to his role with Jesters, John is the founder of Savage Lacrosse, a player development training company focused on skill progression, lacrosse IQ, and game-based learning through live offense-versus-defense environments. A lifelong educator and physical education teacher, John brings a relationship-first approach to coaching—balancing elite standards with genuine care for his players’ growth on and off the field. His work at Jesters centers on curriculum design, coach education, skill assessment, and building a sustainable development pipeline that prepares athletes for high school, college, and life beyond the game.
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In this episode, Scotty sits down with John Savage, Director of Player Development for Jesters Lacrosse, to dive deep into what true lacrosse development really looks like—from youth levels all the way to college and beyond. John reflects on his decorated coaching career, including leading Nassau Community College to back-to-back national championships, ending a 13-year title drought, and the lasting impact that program has had on his life as both a player and coach.
John shares powerful insights from his years coaching elite collegiate and professional talent, including what separates good players from great ones, why lacrosse IQ matters as much as skill, and how bad habits formed at young ages can limit players later on. The conversation explores his philosophy around layering skills, correcting biomechanics, teaching players to read defensive pressure, and moving beyond “dodge-and-shoot” lacrosse into a system-based, high-IQ game.
The episode also dives into John’s passion for teaching and mentorship, his belief in building relationships before demanding performance, and why fundamentals and simplicity remain the foundation of elite play. He explains the mission behind Savage Lacrosse, his player development training company, and how it aligns seamlessly with the Jesters’ vision. Wrapping up, John shares his long-term vision for the Boys Jesters program and why Long Island is primed to become a national development hub.
This episode is a must-listen for players, parents, and coaches who care more about development over trophies, process over hype, and building athletes—and people—the right way.
👤 Guest Introduction — John Savage:
John Savage is the Director of Player Development for Jesters Lacrosse and one of the most respected development minds in the Long Island lacrosse community. A former standout player and head coach at Nassau Community College, John led the program to back-to-back NJCAA National Championships, cementing his legacy at one of the most storied junior college programs in the country. He previously served as an assistant under legendary coach George Powers before taking over the program and guiding it back to national prominence.
In addition to his role with Jesters, John is the founder of Savage Lacrosse, a player development training company focused on skill progression, lacrosse IQ, and game-based learning through live offense-versus-defense environments. A lifelong educator and physical education teacher, John brings a relationship-first approach to coaching—balancing elite standards with genuine care for his players’ growth on and off the field. His work at Jesters centers on curriculum design, coach education, skill assessment, and building a sustainable development pipeline that prepares athletes for high school, college, and life beyond the game.