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Straight From the Goal Mouth

Straight From the Goal Mouth

By Ian Gallagher

Conversations between lacrosse coaches with the goal of being informative, insightful and helpful for coaches at all levels. Hosted by Andrew Daly, head coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach at the University of Mary Washington.

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Stand Up & Back It Up - Episode 3

Straight From the Goal MouthApr 05, 2020

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The Right to Compete - Episode 9 Featuring OCC Head Coach Eric Miccio

The Right to Compete - Episode 9 Featuring OCC Head Coach Eric Miccio

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode nine features Eric Miccio, Onondaga Community College Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach. In his first season he was able to guide the Lazers to a 13-2 record. The Lazers were able to capture the Mid-State Athletic Conference Championship, the Region III Championship, and ultimately the NJCAA National Championship.

We talk about coaching a championship team, the college recruiting process, NJCAA lacrosse and a missing set of keys.

May 18, 202027:36
The Size of the Fight in the Waterdog - Episode 8 Featuring PLL Player Brian Karalunas

The Size of the Fight in the Waterdog - Episode 8 Featuring PLL Player Brian Karalunas

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode eight features Brian Karalunas, Premier Lacrosse League defenseman for the Waterdogs. Brian is a 7x Professional Lacrosse All-Star and while playing at Villanova, he was a 3x NCAA All-American, a 2x BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year and the 2011 Senior CLASS Award Winner.

We talk about drills, his Villanova playing days, the PLL expansion draft, what to expect from the summer tournament and balancing work, life and lacrosse.

May 11, 202028:42
The Coachability Factor with Ryan Martin, Hartford Men's Head Lacrosse Coach - Episode 7

The Coachability Factor with Ryan Martin, Hartford Men's Head Lacrosse Coach - Episode 7

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode seven features Ryan Martin, head men’s lacrosse coach at the University of Hartford.

We talk about the best indoor drills for cold weather teams, coaching D3 versus D1, recruiting, film, rule changes and more.

May 03, 202034:13
2 on 2: The Greatest IQ-Driving Drill...Ever - Episode 6

2 on 2: The Greatest IQ-Driving Drill...Ever - Episode 6

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode six features Ric Beardsley, head lacrosse coach at Christian Brothers Academy and former four-time All-American defenseman at Syracuse University.

We talk about prep for the season, the difference between coaching high schoolers and the PLL, the impact of getting more lacrosse on tv, best drills, go-to walk-out songs and more.

Apr 26, 202037:19
How to Make Lacrosse Practice More Fun - Episode 5

How to Make Lacrosse Practice More Fun - Episode 5

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode five features Joe May, Plattsburgh State Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach.

We talk about being a head coach for the first time, what sets Plattsburgh apart from other schools, always learning from others, making lacrosse practice fun, finding the right players for your program and more.

Apr 19, 202037:49
Pieces of the Puzzle - Episode 4

Pieces of the Puzzle - Episode 4

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode four features Ryan Cavanagh, Western Connecticut State University Head Men’s Lacrosse Coach.

We talk about building a program, drills coaches of all levels should be using, what intangibles college coaches are looking for when recruiting players, filling the void as no lacrosse is currently being played and more.

Apr 12, 202032:53
Stand Up & Back It Up - Episode 3

Stand Up & Back It Up - Episode 3

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.
Episode three features Daniel Lawrence, Monmouth University Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach.
The conversation hits on getting a team to buy in for the big wins, transitioning from Division 3 to Division 1, favorite drills, managing the cancelled season, key traits and skills to look for in prospects and more.
Apr 05, 202027:45
Be A Helper - Episode 2

Be A Helper - Episode 2

Straight From The Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men's lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associate head coach of men's lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington. Episode two features Kyle Devitte, NCAA & Pro Lacrosse Analyst for Inside Lacrosse. The conversation hits on drills, the reasons behind being a coach, covering lacrosse, dealing with the loss of the season in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the PLL and more.
Mar 30, 202047:45
Focus on the Journey - Episode 1

Focus on the Journey - Episode 1

Straight from the Goal Mouth is co-hosted by former Wagner College teammates Andrew Daly, head men’s lacrosse coach at Wells College, and Ian Gallagher, associated head coach of men’s lacrosse at the University of Mary Washington.

Episode one features Jason King, head coach at University of St. Thomas along with the two former head coaches at St. Thomas - Brian Gross and Pete Moosbrugger.

The conversation centers around the differences between MCLA and NCAA programs, how to handle the pressure of wearing a target on your back and what youth coaches can do to get kids more prepared to play at the college level and more.

Mar 15, 202052:18