Coaches Calls

Don Koharski is one of the most respected and well-known officials in the history of professional sports, with a career that spans over four decades. He built a reputation for his no-nonsense approach, deep understanding of the game, and ability to manage high-pressure situations on the ice. After an illustrious 32-year career in the NHL, Koharski transitioned to a key role in th

The greater the man, the shorter the bio. Derek Keenan is the GOAT. The winningest coach in National Lacrosse League (NLL) history, he's coached the most games and won more championships than anyone else in the league. He's been a part of nine championships: two as a player in Buffalo, four as an assistant coach in Toronto, and three as head coach with the Rush. He also won two

“I’ve forced myself into very uncomfortable positions,” brand new head coach of the Philadelphia Wings being one of them, Ian Rubel is a three-time NLL Champion and a Constable Instructor in the training unit for the Niagra PD. He’s a low-key bad ass. He’s the only new head coach heading into the 2024-25 NLL season. Rubel joined the Philadelphia Wings as the Defensiv

The World Lacrosse Box Championships are upon us. Every four years since 2003, the world has come together for this tournament, in which Canada has never lost a game, let alone a gold medal. The tournament has swelled to 28 teams, ranging from Puerto Rico to Poland, Hungary to Hong Kong, and Australia to Austria. But none of these nations would be here if it weren’t for the Hau

Glenn Clark returns! This time to talk about coaching Team Canada at the upcoming World Lacrosse Box Championships. A tournament where Canada has never lost a game, and has won all 5 gold medals. Glenn Clark has been a part of almost all of them as a player or coach. We’ll talk about Canada’s responsibility to exemplify lacrosse at the highest level, educate developing nations

Walt Christianson is Head coach of England’s men’s box lacrosse team. And though current NLL fans might faintly only recall his 48 games coached in the National Lacrosse League over 3 seasons, he’s a hugely influential legend of the game that needs to be talked about. We talk a lot about the Les Bartley coaching tree. But what about the Chris Hall coaching tree? Island st

The main definition of extroversion is simply gaining energy from engaging in social interactions. People who are high in extroversion get energized and refreshed from certain interactions. That’s definitely how I felt after this next conversation, and I hope it’s how you’ll feel too. Darryl Gibson brings the energy! As the offensive coach for the Albany FireWolves, he help

Reilly O'Connor is a good dude. He's a great teammate. He's mentally tough. He's a leader, and he's the Head Coach of the Toronto Beaches of the Ontario Junior Lacrosse League. He walks the walk as a coach. The actions match the words, so much so that he's also still a player in the National Lacrosse League with the new Ottawa Black Bears. He's also-al

"Champions are never satisfied.” That's the mindset of the back-to-back NLL Champion Buffalo Bandits, and in over an hour of conversation with their General Manager and Assistant Coach Steve Dietrich, we barely spoke about their electrifying on-floor product. Dietrich is relatively new to coaching and devours film to improve his craft, soaking up everything he can from

Paul Dal Monte has done everything in the sport of lacrosse. 3-time Minto Cup champion as a player with the hall of fame Burnaby Cablevision dynasty. 3-time Mann Cup champion as a player with the New West Salmonbellies. 3-time Minto Cup champion head coach with the hall of fame Burnaby Lakers dynasty. 3-years as the first and only head coach of the Vancouver Ravens. Curre