Lacrosse Recruiting 101

Lacrosse Recruiting 101 episodes:

• 10.13.2022

  Episode 61 - Ryan Powell

  In this episode Luke sits down in Chittenango, NY with Ryan Powell.  Ryan was a 4x All-American at Syracuse University, played in both the Major Lacrosse League and National Lacrosse League as well as on Team USA. Currently he is...

  
• 09.09.2022

  Episode 60 - Charley Toomey - Loyola

  In this episode Luke is in Baltimore, MD with head coach of Loyola Men's Lacrosse, Charley Toomey. Coach Toomey will be entering his 18th season as the head coach of the Greyhounds and during that time has a career record...

  
• 09.08.2022

  Episode 60 - Charley Toomey - Loyola

  In this episode Luke is in Baltimore, MD with head coach of Loyola Men's Lacrosse, Charley Toomey. Coach Toomey will be entering his 18th season as the head coach of the Greyhounds and during that time has a career record...

  
• 09.01.2022

  Episode 59 - Steve Beville - Cortland State

  In this episode Luke is in Cortland, NY with head coach of Cortland State Men's Lacrosse, Steve Beville. Coach Beville will be entering his 17th season as the head coach of the Red Dragons where he has led them to...

  
• 12.23.2021

  Episode 58- Greg Raymond - Hobart

  In this episode Luke sits down in Geneva, NY with Greg Raymond, head coach of Hobart Men's lacrosse. Coach Raymond will be entering his 9th season as the head coach of the Statesmen and prior to that was an assistant...

  
• 12.16.2021

  Episode 57 - Seth Tierney - Hofstra University

  Luke sits down with Seth Tierney, Head Coach at Hofstra University. They discuss recruiting and what it takes to get to the next level. They also discuss club ball and how it plays a roll in the recruiting...

  
• 12.09.2021

  Episode 56 - Dan Sheehan - Le Moyne

  Luke sits down with Dan Sheehan, Head Coach at Le Moyne College. They discuss recruiting at Le Moyne and how they have been navigating through the pandemic.

  
• 12.02.2021

  Episode 55 - Eric Miccio - Onondaga Lazers

  Luke sits down with our first repeat guest, Eric Miccio. Eric is head coach at Onondaga Junior College. As a JC powerhouse school, they discuss how Covid has impacted the program and what we can expect this Spring.

  
• 04.22.2021

  Episode 54 - Brent Adams - Atlas Lacrosse Club

  Luke sits down with Brent Adams, Midfielder with the Atlas Lacrosse Club of the PLL. In the podcast they discuss Brents busy lifestyle traveling all over the country with his clinic he puts on for different lacrosse communities.

  
• 04.15.2021

  Episode 53 - Joe Nardella - Whipsnakes Lacrosse Club

  Luke sits down with Joe Nardella, face-off expert and member of the Whipsnakes Lacrosse Club. Joe was recently voted the #5 Best Player in the PLL. Joe gives lots of great tips for future face-off players.

  
• 03.04.2021

  Episode 52 - Kyle Smith - Merrimack College

  Luke site down with Kyle Smith, associate head coach and recruiting coordinator for Merrimack College. Kyle gives us an update with what is currently going on in North Andover and how they are very excited for this Spring. ...

  
• 02.25.2021

  Episode 51 - Rashad Devoe - Amherst

  In this episode Luke sits down with Rashad Devoe, head coach at Amherst. They discuss what every high level player should be focusing on to get ready for the spring. Enjoy the episode.

  
• 01.21.2021

  Episode 50 - Gary Mercadante -Ursinus College

  Luke sits down with Gary Mercadante, head coach at Ursinus College. They discuss what Ursinus has been upto during quarentine and how they are transitioning into spring. They talk recruiting and what they look for in recruits.

  
• 12.23.2020

  Episode 49 - Blaze Riorden - Chaos Lacrosse Club - PLL

  Luke sits down with Blaze Riorden, goalie for the Chaos Lacrosse Club. Known as the toughest goalie to shoot on in the PLL. They talk about his upcoming clinic in the Woodlands Texas that is coming up and...

  
• 12.10.2020

  Episode 48 - Paolo Ciferri - Cornell University

  Luke sits down with former teammate Paolo Ciferri. Paolo is currently coaching for Cornell University. They discuss what is takes to play for the Big Red and how the University bends over backwards to help out outstanding young...

  
• 12.03.2020

  Episode 47 - Tyler Perrelle - Marist

  Luke sits down with Tyler Perrelle, assistant coach for the Marist Red Foxes. They discuss fall preparation for the spring season and everything they are doing to get ready.

  
• 11.26.2020

  Episode 46 - Charlie Lockwood - HOF legend

  Luke sits down with HOF lacrosse player Charlie Lockwood. Charlie is currently heading up the Salty Dogs Lacrosse Program in Syracuse New York. Charlie offers his insights into the recruiting process through the parents perspective as well as...

  
• 11.19.2020

  Episode 45 - Sergio Salcido - Chaos Lacrosse Club

  Luke welcomes Sergio Salcido, our first repeat guest. Luke catches up with Sergio and they talk youth lacrosse and club lacrosse. They also dive into his experience this last summer in the PLL Championship series.

  
• 10.29.2020

  Episode 44 - Mike Horowitz - St. Joeseph's

  Luke sits down with Mike Horowitz, assistant coach and defensive coordinator at St Joseph's University. Mike thinks there are a lot of positives out there in the current recruiting climate for both players and coaches and he explains why....

  
• 10.15.2020

  Episode 43 - Will Scudder - Lehigh

  Luke sits down with Will Scudder, Associate Head Coach at Lehigh University. They talk about Fall Ball and how the program has adjusted to the current Covid climate. They also discuss the new face-off rules. Enjoy the...

  
• 10.08.2020

  Episode 42 - Emily Considine - Lafayette

  Luke sits down with Emily Considine, assistant coach for Lafayette. They discuss fall ball and how they deal with the virtual recruiting process is this strange recruiting period during Covid-19.

  
• 09.24.2020

  Episode 41 - John Svec - Brown University

  Luke sits down with John Svec, assistant coach at Brown University. They go deep into the recruiting process as John is a wealth of knowledge in the topic. Enjoy the podcast!

  
• 09.10.2020

  Episode 40 - Brice Queener - Denver Women's Lacrosse

  Luke speaks with Brice Queener, Assistant Coach at University of Denver Women's Lacrosse. They talk about training, recruiting, playing multiple sports and why Denver is the best city in the Country.

  
• 08.27.2020

  Episode 39 - Joe Pompo

  Luke sits down with Joe Pompo, former Albany standout. They discuss lacrosse, life and even home renovation.

  
• 08.20.2020

  Episode 38 - Dylan Donahue - Platform Lacrosse

  Luke sits down with Dylan Donahue, Owner of Platform Lacrosse and associate head coach for the OCC Lazers. They discuss all things lacrosse and what it takes to get to the next level.

  
• 07.23.2020

  Episode 37 - Will Corrigan - Harvard

  Luke sits down with Will Corrigan, assistant mens lacrosse coach at Harvard University. The former Notre Dame standout talks about his journey in lacrosse as well as tips while watching film.

  
• 07.09.2020

  Episode 36 - Dr Scott Knepper - COVID-19

  In this episode, Luke sits down with a very special guest Dr. Scott Knepper. They discuss the current COVID-19 situation and how it relates to lacrosse and all sports.

  
• 06.25.2020

  Episode 35 - Corey Bulken - University of Hartford

  Luke sits down with Corey Bulken. Assistant coach at the University of Hartford. They discuss the new face-off rule and how they think it will affect the current game. They also discuss recruiting in general and what...

  
• 06.18.2020

  Episode 34 - Kevin Gould - Providence

  Luke sits down with the Kevin Gould, offense coordinator at Providence. They discuss recruiting and what kids can do to get better and be prepared when the opportunity comes.

  
• 06.11.2020

  Episode 33 - Special Camp Edition

  In this special edition of the podcast, Luke talks about club lacrosse and what to expect. With clubs and camps opening up for the summer these 5 tips can help you keep your cool.

  
• 06.04.2020

  Episode 32 - Larry Kline - Binghamton University

  Luke sits down Larry Kline, defensive coordinator at Binghamton. Larry was a goalie at Binghamton. They discuss lacrosse, life and the roadblocks that he has overcome over the years.

  
• 05.28.2020

  Episode 31 - Jack Ambrose - C0 Founder

  Luke sits down with former Yale Bulldog Jack Ambrose. Jack Co-founded Jambys (boxers with pockets.). He shares his experience in business and lacrosse and how they both play a huge role in his life.

  
• 05.21.2020

  Episode 30 - Alyssa Murray Cometti - Team USA

  Luke sits down with Alyssa Murray Cometti. Yes, his wife! Alyssa, a highly accomplished lacrosse player, talks about her experiences at Syracuse, Michigan, Yale, Team USA and her current spots at Iron Horse Lacrosse Club and Vandegrift High School...

  
• 05.07.2020

  Episode 28 - Nat St Laurent - ONU

  Luke sits down with PLL and ONU head coach Nat St Laurent. They discuss the differences and challenges of coaching both professional and college lacrosse.

  
• 04.30.2020

  Episode 27 - Eli Gobrecht - PLL and NLL

  Luke sits down with professional lacrosse player Eli Gobrecht. Currently with the Archers Lacrosse Club of the PLL and The San Diego Seals of the NLL. They discuss playing in the two leagues as well as his unconventional...

  
• 04.23.2020

  Episode 26 - Shagran Hassan - College Admissions

  Luke sits down with a leading authority in college admissions. Shagran coaches students across the nation to help them get into the colleges of their choice. You think grades and SAT scores are all that count...think again!

  
• 04.16.2020

  Episode 25 - Ryan Wellner - Notre Dame

  Luke speaks to Ryan Wellner, assistant mens lacrosse coach at The University of Notre Dame. They speak about the future of recruiting at Notre Dame and how they can use this downtime as an opportunity. It's a great...

  
• 04.09.2020

  Episode 24 - Jim Berkman - Salisbury University

  In this episode Luke sits down with the winningest head coach in NCAA lacrosse history, Jim Berkman. Jim is currently Head Coach of Salisbury University. They discuss recruiting, Salisbury University and which restaurant Jim thinks has the best...

  
• 04.02.2020

  Episode 23 - Jay Dyer

  Luke sits down with John Dyer, Strength and Conditioning guru who has a clientele of A-Listers. They discuss working with Johns Hopkins and The US Team as well as running his own gym. It's a great listen, hope...

  
• 03.26.2020

  Episode 22 - Brian Holman - Utah Utes

  Luke sits down with the highly respected Brian Holman. In his fourth year as head coach for the Utah Utes, Coach Holman talks about Utah and the challenges of being one of the the only D1 West Coast teams....

  
• 03.12.2020

  Episode 21 - Regy Thorpe - NY Riptide

  In this episode Luke sits down with Regy Thorpe, Head Coach and GM of the NY Riptide. He has had many interesting roles in the lacrosse World which include coaching Women's lacrosse, Box Lacrosse and Club lacrosse for just...

  
• 03.05.2020

  Episode 20 - Brad Jorgensen - St Leo University

  Luke sits down with Brad Jorgensen, head coach of St Leo University. They discuss what it takes to build a winning a program in Florida and how the recruiting fits into that process.

  
• 02.27.2020

  Episode 19 - Michelle Tumolo - Wagner

  Luke sits down with his first women coach of the year and its a good one. The very popular Michelle Tumolo! From All American to Team USA Michelle discusses her journey and her new role has head coach...

  
• 02.20.2020

  Episode 18 - Greg Stocks - UIndy

  Luke sits down with Greg Stocks, head coach at University of Indianapolis. In the last four years he has racked up some serious accolades. They discuss recruiting, the game in general and Gregs favorite food on the road.

  
• 02.13.2020

  Episode 17 - Kyle Hartzell - PLL Atlas Lacrosse Club

  Luke sits down with the very accomplished Kyle Hartzell to discuss his experiences in lacrosse. From Walk-On to Legend, Kyle has done it all.

  
• 02.06.2020

  Episode 16 - Andy Whitley - Bellarmine

  In this episode Luke sits down with Bellarmine Head Coach Andy Whitley. They cover recruiting at Bellarmine as well as the use of recruiting services. Andy reveals his favorite restaurant on the road. (Spoiler Alert: It's Italian)

  
• 01.30.2020

  Episode 15 - Chris Bocklet - PLL

  In this episode Luke sits down with Chris Bocklet of the PLL. They discuss their experiences with recruiting and the future of lacrosse.

  
• 01.23.2020

  Episode 14 - Ric Beardsley

  Luke Cometti sit down with Rich Beardsley of The PLL's Atlas. They discuss coaching at the different levels of lacrosse, as well as recruiting for future high school players.

  
• 01.16.2020

  Episode 13 - Mike Brand - MCLA

  Luke sits down with Coach Mike Brand and discusses MCLA Lacrosse and how it differs from NCAA. There are a lot of MCLA teams out there and it is a great way for players to continue their careers.

  
• 01.02.2020

  Episode 12 - JoJo Marasco - Redwoods LC

  Luke sits down with former Syracuse teammate and good friend JoJo Marasco. They discuss the state of lacrosse today as well as what makes a great lacrosse player in today's game.