Get the Lax Scoop: Jon Torpey’s Journey from High Point to Brown

In this very special episode of 'Get the Lax Scoop,' hosts Big Dog and Jaybird welcome Coach Jon Torpey, the new head coach of Brown Men's Lacrosse. The episode details Torpey’s impressive lacrosse journey, starting from his early days in Baltimore, his collegiate coaching stints at Denison, Goucher, Denver, and Dartmouth, eventually leading to his notable achievements at High Point University, where he built a successful lacrosse program from scratch. Coach Torpey shares insights into his coaching philosophy, influences, and the motivations behind his recent transition to Brown University. The episode wraps up with a surprise guest appearance from Joe Breschi, the 2016 National Champion, USILA COY, and current head coach at UNC, who adds to the discussion with his own experiences and reflections.

00:00 Introduction to Get the Lax Scoop
00:23 Meet the Hosts: Big Dawg and Jaybird
01:24 Special Guest: Coach Jon Torpey
04:16 Coach Torpey's Early Lacrosse Journey
07:54 High School Lacrosse at Calvert Hall
13:12 College Lacrosse at Ohio State
21:07 The Importance of Motivation and Commitment
23:27 The Power of Commitment
24:09 Introducing JML Courses
27:23 Coaching Journey: From Ohio State to Denison
33:29 Experiences at Denver and Dartmouth
40:14 Building High Point's Lacrosse Program
43:55 New Beginnings at Brown University
47:23 Special Surprise Guest

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