First Class Lacrosse Podcast

Jan 31 2025 9 ep. 55 mins 4

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The Opening Week, Early Season Predictions, Themes from 2024

Jan 31 2025 59 mins

Deemer Class, Matt Dunn and Stephen Rehfuss kick off the season by discussing key games, trends, and principles in modern lacrosse. They delve into upcoming matchups such as Hopkins vs. Denver and Loyola vs. Georgetown, analyze how offensive and defensive strategies have evolved, and emphasize the role of player creativity in today's game. The podcast also highlights the impact

Kayla Treanor: Creating Opportunities, Developing Confidence & Striving for Greatness

Jan 24 2025 56 mins

Stephen Rehfuss and Deemer Class welcome Syracuse Women's Head Lacrosse Coach Kayla Treanor. They discuss Kayla's illustrious playing career at Syracuse, her journey to becoming a coach, and her experiences with Team USA, both as a player and now as an offensive coordinator. Kayla shares insights into her background, the influence of her father on her coaching aspirations, and the

Kevin Warne: Establishing Defensive Strength, Being Yourself & Building Trust

Jan 10 2025 80 mins

Matt Dunn and Deemer Class interview Georgetown's men's lacrosse head coach Kevin Warne. The conversation delves into Coach Warne's coaching philosophy, emphasizing his defensive strategies, player connections, and innovative mindset. Key topics include effective recruitment, the balance of skill development within chaotic game scenarios, and the importance of adaptive coaching tec

Jenny Levy: Building North Carolina, Mentorship, Recruiting & Competition

Dec 20 2024 66 mins

Deemer Class and Matt Dunn interview University of North Carolina Women's Lacrosse Head Coach Jenny Levy. Since founding the program in 1994, Coach Levy has led UNC to three NCAA championships and numerous accolades. The discussion covers topics such as the development of competitive culture, player and coach development, and the impact of her background in multiple sports. Key mom

Gary Gait: From Player to Coach and The Mindset of a Lacrosse Champion & Innovator

Dec 06 2024 58 mins

Stephen Rehfuss and Deemer Class welcome Syracuse men’s lacrosse head coach Gary Gait to the podcast. Gary is regarded as the greatest lacrosse player of all time, shares insights from his illustrious playing career, which includes numerous championships and accolades, and his transition into coaching. He recounts his early days playing lacrosse in Victoria Island, British Columb

Acacia Walker-Weinstein: Creating Success, Mental Rehearsal & The Permission To Be Great

Nov 22 2024 53 mins

Deemer Class and Stephen Rehfuss welcome Boston College women's lacrosse head coach Acacia Walker-Weinstein to the First Class Lacrosse Podcast. Acacia discusses her impressive career, from playing at Maryland to leading BC to seven consecutive national championship games, winning two. She shares insights on building a successful program, the importance of unselfish play, and her s

John Tillman: Longevity In Coaching, Building A Winning Culture & Player Development

Nov 08 2024 53 mins

In the third episode of the First Class Lacrosse Podcast, hosts Matt Dunn and Deemer Claas interview John Tillman, head coach of Maryland men's lacrosse. Tillman, who has led Maryland to two national championships and numerous tournament appearances, shares insights into his coaching philosophy, player development, and the importance of program culture. The discussion touches on Ti

Hannah Nielsen: Recruiting, Mentorship & Building A Winning Culture

Oct 25 2024 62 mins

Deemer Class and Stephen Rehfuss are joined by Hannah Nielsen, the head coach of Michigan Women's Lacrosse Program, shares her valuable experiences from winning four national championships at Northwestern to her transformative coaching stints at various universities and her various playing expereinces with the Australian national team. The discussion covers essential topics like yo

John Danowski: Legendary Coaching Career, Empowering Student Athletes, NIL & Recruiting

Oct 11 2024 71 mins

Join Deemer Class and Matt Dunn on the First Class Lacrosse Podcast as they delve into the world of college lacrosse with iconic Duke's men's coach, John Danowski. Discover Danowski's unique coaching philosophy that balances athletic skill and personal growth, and learn about his strategic innovations, like using goals boards and focusing on team chemistry. The episode explores ad

Introducing: The First Class Lacrosse Podcast

Today we're introducing the First Class Lacrosse Podcast. Each week Deemer Class will be joined by co-hosts, Matt Dunn and Stephen Rehfuss to cover all things lacrosse. At First Class Lacrosse, our mission is to positively impact athletes, coaches, and parents through training, events, mentorship, and digital content. Follow us now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get every ep