In this episode, Spencer Ford, the newly appointed GM of the Chaos Lacrosse Club, discusses his transition to the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and his strategies for building a championship-caliber team. Ford delves into his approach to constructing a balanced roster, emphasizing both talent and chemistry. The conversation covers his past experiences in professional lacrosse and how they've shaped his ethos as a GM. Ford provides insights into the differences between the Major League Lacrosse (MLL) and the PLL and shares his thoughts on the growth of professional lacrosse. Additionally, he discusses his coaching philosophy, focusing on ball movement and spacing, as well as life lessons from his playing days. The episode concludes with Ford’s perspectives on the future of the game, his relationship with the fans, and some personal anecdotes from his lacrosse journey.

00:00 Introduction and New Role Announcement

00:21 Roster Construction and Initial Moves

03:57 Connecting with Fans and Regional Impact

06:03 Comparing MLL and PLL

08:33 Future Strategies for PLL

12:50 College Lacrosse Insights

16:58 Personal Reflections and Coaching Experiences

20:00 The Art of Assisting in Lacrosse

22:38 Scouting and Defensive Strategies

23:27 Techniques for Effective Feeding

28:18 Offensive Principles and Ball Movement

30:44 Challenges in Professional Lacrosse

36:33 Insights from a Pro Career

41:45 Favorite Drills and Game Strategies