Kyle and Owen chat with Elliott Bender, a renowned box lacrosse player and coach known from Instagram and TikTok as 'The Box Lacrosse Guy.' The discussion delves into the growing prominence of box lacrosse, its distinct differences from field lacrosse, and how Bender transitioned from a player to a content creator to fill the knowledge gap for American players. Elliott shares personal anecdotes, the challenges and techniques unique to box lacrosse, and practical drills to enhance skills. The conversation also highlights the importance of finding the right program for young players and the evolution of the sport including women's box lacrosse. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and improving in box lacrosse.

Topics

00:31 Anecdotes and NBA vs. PLL

01:18 Guest Introduction: Elliott Bender

01:30 Elliott's Lacrosse Journey

03:35 Box Lacrosse Training and Experience

10:38 The Evolution of Box Lacrosse

12:16 Box Lacrosse vs. Field Lacrosse

19:43 Content Creation and Advocacy

27:55 The Friendly Intensity of Box Lacrosse

28:39 Women's Box Lacrosse: A Different Game

30:59 Comparing Men's and Women's Lacrosse

35:13 The Evolution of Lacrosse Gear

38:47 The Rise of Box Lacrosse Travel Teams

42:14 Essential Drills for Box Lacrosse

48:53 Conclusion and Future Plans