Riser Lacrosse Podcast

Kylie Ohlmiller grew up on Long Island, NY and played multiple sports including basketball, volleyball and lacrosse. Her parents and younger sister are all great athletes and when Kylie picked up a lacrosse stick in 3rd grade she immediately loved the sport knowing that there was always room for creativity and a desire to push herself to get better everyday. Her parents and younger sister were inspirational mentors who instilled a keen sense of drive and motivation. Coach Joe Spallina, Head Coach for Stony Brook women’s lacrosse knew Kylie was going to be a special lacrosse player and instilled that confidence in her to become a 4x All-American; 2x Tewaaraton Finalist; 2x America East Conference Offensive Player of the year; and the NCAA record holder for both single season and career points and assists. Kylie now plays for the WPLL NY Fight; she’s a New Balance athlete; a global lacrosse ambassador; and an entrepreneur and founder of KO17 Lacrosse!!

Gavin Bibik is entering his freshmen year at Valor Christian HS where he’s currently playing football and plans to play lacrosse in the spring. He has been blessed to have some amazing coaches through the years of playing lacrosse in Denver including Matt Brown, John Gallant, Kenny Crowley, Wes Berg and Colton Jackson. Emulating elements of Colton’s game and borrowing some of Colton’s work ethic has allowed Gavin to play at an elite level. He recognizes his parents as his mentors and calls out Eric Pacheco as a friend and mentor who also helped Gavin while he was sick. Gavin was diagnosed in January of 2019 with Hodgkins Lymphoma. The local lacrosse community including Denver Elite/LXTC/Colorado Mammoth and many individuals, friends and family members rallied behind Gavin during months of chemotherapy and medical treatments. Cancer fought Gavin but Gavin fought back and won!! Gavin was recently given a clean bill of health by his doctors and is now Cancer free!! Ask Gavin for advice and this wise teenager will say “Enjoy life. Have fun. Be happy. Make a lot of friends. Work hard!” You are a role model for us all Gavin.

Megan Zeman grew up in Denver, attended Mullen High School, and started playing lacrosse in 7th grade because her best friend was playing. After serious consideration of other top lacrosse programs like Ohio State, Maryland and Syracuse, Megan chose to stay in Denver and play lacrosse for the Pioneers. Her most memorable experience while playing at DU was the championship loss to Stanford. Both winning and losing provide opportunities for growth, reflection and progress. Coach Zeman talks about why confidence is so important both on and off the field. Players need to know that in order to get better taking risks and not allowing a mistake to deplete your confidence is super important. Push yourself to be a student is the game. Remember why you play the game. There’s not one single way to get to the next level. Academics must be a priority. Be careful and cognizant is your social profile. Great advice coach Z!!

Kiywii, Digital Creator, More Wall Ball equals be your best and push yourself and those around you to be their best

One More Rep Mindset applies whether you're an aspiring athlete, a student or firmly cemented in your career.

Josh Melton, All American attacker playing for Salisbury University credits his Dad for being a great mentor and instilling a strong work ethic.

Matt Bocklet shares what separates good players from great players. Control what you can control.

Dempsey Arsenault-WPLL athlete has a strong work ethic that has propelled her to be one of the best.

John Gallant, former professional box lacrosse player with the Colorado Mammoth shares how you have to take advantage of every opportunity you're given.

Don't be afraid to fail. Learn from it. Growth comes from failure and trying new things.