Phi-Lacrosse-ophy Podcast

In this conversation, speed coach Tony Holler discusses his approach to speed training and the principles behind his 'Feed the Cats' philosophy. He explains how he has applied these principles to sprint-based football and how it has become a movement in the sport. Holler emphasizes the importance of specific and high-quality training, as well as the role of rest, recovery, and sleep in athlete performance. He also discusses the significance of measuring and testing speed, and how improving maximal speed can enhance overall athletic performance. Holler challenges the traditional focus on weightlifting in the weight room and highlights the importance of sprinting for speed development. The conversation explores the role of mechanics and training methods in improving speed and performance. Tony Holler emphasizes the importance of the nervous system in sprinting and highlights the need for consistent sprinting practice. He challenges the belief that mechanics alone can make an athlete faster, stating that consistency and sprinting fast are key. The Atomic Workout, a 15-minute speed workout, is introduced as a practical way to improve speed. The conversation also touches on the significance of rest, recovery, and sleep in optimizing performance.

In this conversation, Jamie and Michael Sowers discuss various lacrosse teams and players, focusing on Princeton lacrosse and the Waterdogs. They talk about the offensive strategies and innovations of Princeton, including the use of different positions and overwhelming opponents with multiple offensive options. The conversation then shifts to the Waterdogs and the recent coaching changes, with Coach Copeland leaving and Coach Tierney and Coach Sheridan joining the team. They discuss the qualities and skills of their teammates on the Waterdogs' offense, including Zach Currier, Connor Kelly, Ethan Walker, and Ryan Conrad. They also delve into Sowers' training regimen and the use of contextualized environments for skill development. They explore the concepts of deception and variability in training, as well as the role of two-man game and off-ball play. The conversation highlights the importance of being intentional in training and the benefits of the CLA (Constraints Led Approach) in improving lacrosse skills.

Ecological Psychology Phd studdent and Director of Strategy for Transforming Sports Gray Thomas joins Jamie to discuss the concepts of ecological dynamics and constraints-led approach in coaching, emphasizing the importance of adapting behavior based on the relationship between the player, environment, and task. The conversation explores the challenges of adopting an evidence-based approach in youth lacrosse and the need for coaches to focus on time on task and small-sided activities. The 80-20 split between contextual activities and stick work drills is discussed, along with the importance of changing and officiating constraints. The conversation concludes with the significance of understanding the phases of the game and the principles of play as the true fundamentals of lacrosse.

This episode of the Phi-Lacrosse-Ophy podcast features Quarterback Coach and Strength & Conditioning Coordinator Danny Shaechter, who is an expert in throwing mechanics. Learn how to generate more power and accuracy when shooting!

Heading into their 2024 season opener, Harvard Head Coach Gerry Byrne joins Jamie on the show to discuss some of the concepts he's been thinking about as he prepares the Crimsom for the Spring season.

Delaware Offensive Coordinator Matt Rewkowski joins Jamie to talk about player development, using constraints as opposed to skeleton drills, variability, and man-up situations.

This podcast talks about the mental side of the game, and why every player can use sports psychology. Mental Performance Consultant Jess Hanson and Jamie talk about having a growth mindset, mindfulness, visualization, and more!

Virginia Head Coach Lars Tiffany joins Jamie to discuss how the Virginia offense will look this year, how they play picks and communicate, how to add new wrinkles to drills you've been doing for a long time, baiting, riding/clearing, the Munro drill and more!

Lafayette Head Coach Pat Myers joins Jamie on this week's podcast to discuss his takeaways from the IMLCA Convention, girl's lacrosse, offensive concepts he's excited about, communication, drills he really likes, and the mental health of coaches.

Lafayette Head Coach Pat Myers joins Jamie on this week's podcast to discuss his takeaways from the IMLCA Convention, girl's lacrosse, offensive concepts he's excited about, communication, drills he really likes, and the mental health of coaches.