The Lacrosse Matrix Podcast

Whether you’re a National Lacrosse League fan, a Premier Lacrosse League fan, or a University of Denver lacrosse fan, episode #75 of TLMP is one you’ll want to check out because Jack Hannah hopped on for a great chat. Jack is one of the brightest up-and-coming stars of the NLL and one of the most successful Americans in the big game right now. Early on this 2024-25 season, Han

The Lacrosse Matrix Podcast is back for episode #74 with the San Diego Seals’ Rob Hellyer. Hellyer has been an elite playmaker in the National Lacrosse League for more than a dozen years. But he’s not just great at finding his teammates; he’s proven to be a solid goalscorer, too. In his season and team debut with the Seals, Hellyer wonderfully showcased his passing and scori

The Ottawa Black Bears' Zach Higgins was electric in the team's 11-5 home win - the first home win in their new city (after moving from Long Island, New York, and changing their name from the New York Riptide). Even more impressive, Higgins made his 38 saves and shut down the Rock in his team debut - he was traded from the Philadelphia Wings over the offseason. Hear Higgins' tho

The National Lacrosse League’s Las Vegas Desert Dogs have a new star in town. Jonathan Donville is an elite athlete and one of the most interesting up-and-coming lacrosse media personalities. He is a former NLL #1 overall pick, a former Rookie of the Year, and one of the best young facilitators in the game today. Jon sat down with me to discuss his past with Panther City Lacross

Owen Grant was a great National Lacrosse League defender last season, and he was just a rookie. Now, going into his sophomore season, he's ready to keep improving. Not only does Grant have the privilege to get to play alongside other young, talented guys in the NLL, such as Reid Bowering and Brayden Laity, but he also has the privilege of learning from some of the best defenders t

Austin Shanks was an elite playmaker last National Lacrosse League season. He recorded a career-high 62 assists, which was the 12th-most assists in the NLL last year. How was he able to up his assist-game as much as he did? Was there anyone in particular that helped him to be as successful as he was? Over the offseason, Shanks signed a two-year deal with the Saskatchewan Rush. Wil

Welcome to another expert edition of The Lacrosse Matrix Podcast ahead of the 2024-25 NLL Season. In the last episode, we spoke with four leading NLL experts (Jake Elliott, Brad Challoner, Tino Fera, and Cody Janzen. This week, I've brought in three more of the wisest NLL minds. We've got Teddy Jenner, Pat Gregoire, and Mitch Besile to go over some key talking points before this

We are only a few weeks away from the start of the 2024-25 NLL Season. There is no better time to hear from the best analysts in the business about what to expect from your favorite National Lacrosse League players and teams. On this episode, I'm joined by the four wise men: Jake Elliott, Brad Challoner, Tino Fera, and Cody Janzen.

Alex Simmons was the star rookie last National Lacrosse League season - he earned Rookie of the Year honors after his tremendous season. He scored a bunch, tallied almost more points than any other rookie in NLL history, and took a ton of shots. Alex and I discuss his rookie year, the confidence he got from his teammates and coaches, and his thoughts on this year's FireWolves clu

Dan Coates is going into his 12th National Lacrosse League season (4th with the Knighthawks). He is a talented player on and off the floor, and his discipline (especially during his time in Rochester) has been second to none. Since joining the Knighthawks, he has established himself as one of the few defenders in the league who barely racks up any penalty minutes. Listen to some of