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Short Shaft Gang

Short Shaft Gang

By Blue Dogs Lacrosse

Welcome to the life of a D3 Lacrosse Player. On this podcast we dissect the our lives and lay it out for you! Talking about on-the-field and off-the-field activities we share why D3 is The Best.
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PLL Home Cities (Sneak Peak)

Short Shaft GangJul 08, 2023

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PLL Home Cities (Sneak Peak)

PLL Home Cities (Sneak Peak)

New hosts Coach Chuck and Owner Carson breakdown the likelihood of teams going to different cities and why they fit at each location.

Jul 08, 202341:60
Best Fifa Player on the Team???

Best Fifa Player on the Team???

The fellas talked about how our season was going, asked ChatGPT some questions, and told stories about what was going on within our lives recently and more on this new episode of the Short Shaft Gang!

Apr 25, 202339:15
You'll Never Believe Who ChatGPT put first!!!

You'll Never Believe Who ChatGPT put first!!!

In this episode, the fellas got together and created the Super Realistic Rankings within the NCAA. We also told stories from recent events and we asked ChatGPT to give us the top 20 lacrosse players of all time and Paul and Zach tried to guess them.

Apr 02, 202336:41
Crazy Spring Break!!!

Crazy Spring Break!!!

The fellas are back from break and have had lots to talk about on and off the field. We talked about different events we went to during our spring break and talked about how our spring break games went.

Mar 21, 202337:56
Casey Powell Lacrosse Revamped???

Casey Powell Lacrosse Revamped???

Today, the fellas recapped their week and especially the three hour bus ride down to Virginia to play Mary Washington. We also talked about potentially coming out with more content and discussed how they can create a decent lacrosse video game.

Mar 05, 202343:39
Hopkins switches helmets midseason???

Hopkins switches helmets midseason???

On this episode of the Short Shaft Gang, we recapped Carson's wild day when Netflix hit, Outer banks, came out and then we talked about how Johns Hopkins switched helmets from the STX rival to the Cascade XRS midseason. We also recapped our own season and the few games we have played. 

Feb 25, 202350:50
Is this the best pregame playlist ever?

Is this the best pregame playlist ever?

The fellas talked about all different types of music that they listen to before games, and debated over which genre is the best pregame. They also talked about the difference of summer ball versus school ball and how they play in both. 

Feb 19, 202340:57
The Transfer Portal is crazy!!!

The Transfer Portal is crazy!!!

The fellas got to recap our third week of lacrosse and got to talk about the transfer portal and how it can open up many opportunities for athletes. 

Feb 11, 202338:32
Next big thing in lacrosse media!!!

Next big thing in lacrosse media!!!

The boys talked about how to revolutionize lacrosse through different aspects rather than just playing. One of these ways was through media platforms and creating as much lacrosse content as possible.

Feb 04, 202347:25
This D3 run test is much harder than most D1 run test! (Week 1 Recap)

This D3 run test is much harder than most D1 run test! (Week 1 Recap)

The boys recapped our first week with run test and the MAC commonwealth rankings, also we shared a little bit of information about ourselves.

Jan 28, 202335:15
OC tournament is the BEST summer tournament!!

OC tournament is the BEST summer tournament!!

The fellas talked about our experiences at the Ocean City Lacrosse tournament in August and also talked about former lacrosse athletes in other sports. Next episode will be live on Saturday, January 28th. 

Jan 22, 202337:50
"Bing Bong" Island Boys Play Lacrosse

"Bing Bong" Island Boys Play Lacrosse

<ul>
<li><em><strong>I hate when lacrosse people cream their pants over a big sports name holding a lacrosse stick and then make a shitty reference to their sport</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Lacrosse unlimited island boys</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Everyone should release schedules at the same time</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>ALL</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Best goal/net color combination (not orange and white)</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Football leg sleeve new sty</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Jersey color way for next season</strong></em></li>
</ul>
Nov 17, 202138:38
Who let KAREN on the field?

Who let KAREN on the field?

<ul>
<li><em><strong>Song choices</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>New maverik shaft</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>clear , chrome or matte</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Karens in lacrosse</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>NLL will have betting</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Will the PLL expand again?</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Tiktoks trying to make videos with current trends</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Bad as hell</strong></em></li>
</ul>
Nov 09, 202141:59
Why 6's Suck.

Why 6's Suck.

<ul>
<li><em><strong>Birthday Weekend = Bye Week March 26th</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Fuck you buhl it’s my birthday weekend</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>PLL/NLL Database</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Where can the NLL go?</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Why Virginia will 3 peat</strong></em>
<ul>
<li><em><strong>Fall Classic</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Petey lesalla</strong></em></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><em><strong>Does sixes suck?</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>NLL News</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>Does anyone know a lacrosse player that actually talks like this:</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>XRS Club Syracuse</strong></em></li>
<li><em><strong>How to know you’re D3</strong></em></li>
</ul>
Nov 01, 202143:21
Virginia is the BEST college team EVER

Virginia is the BEST college team EVER

Fall Classic (USA, Virginia, Canada)

  • Scores

PLL Day

  • PLLDAY Video contest is back
  • Best fan photo of 2021
    • How do we get this?
  • Best piece of artwork?

What temperature is the best for lacrosse

  • When do you switch to sweats
Oct 25, 202132:21
Wisnauskas has BIG shoes the fill

Wisnauskas has BIG shoes the fill

  • People ruining Sideline Swap
    • F&M / Mcdonough halloween games
    • What are good halloween costumes for lacrosse players
  • United States Secret Service vs. FBI
    • New head Joke
  • Wisnowskis got the new #1 at MD
Oct 18, 202138:19
Dr. Pepper Hates Lacrosse

Dr. Pepper Hates Lacrosse

<ul>
<li>Dr. Pepper Commercial</li>
<li>ECD Cult</li>
<li>Maverik new end caps
<ul>
<li>RIT (D3 Champ) vs. Le Moyne (D2 Champ)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>McCabe Millon Commit</li>
<li>Grant Ament Cross Bar Video</li>
</ul>
Oct 10, 202142:50
A Trip to the ER

A Trip to the ER

Rough week for the boys 


Feb 24, 202133:43
Fighting Mother Nature

Fighting Mother Nature

Covid ends and Mother Nature says hold my beer. 

Feb 10, 202120:06
Guess the Lacrosse Item

Guess the Lacrosse Item

The boys talk about the upcoming lacrosse season and endeavor in a fun game along the way. 

Jan 17, 202117:21
MLL left in the DUST

MLL left in the DUST

Blue Dogs Lacrosse talks about the biggest news in lacrosse history.

Jan 03, 202121:44
ECD Greg tells ECD Secrets

ECD Greg tells ECD Secrets

ECD Greg comes one to talk about growing ECD and what his company holds in the future. 

Dec 09, 202031:42
ECD Promposed to ME!!!

ECD Promposed to ME!!!

Story Time: And yes ECD did prompose to me!!!

Blue Ball Awareness

ECD Greg is Soon

and MORE!!!

Dec 04, 202027:38
Ultimate Debate: Long Distance versus Sprints!!

Ultimate Debate: Long Distance versus Sprints!!

Settling the Debate and Finding new merch . A middle groun.

Nov 29, 202020:22
Meeting Our TikTok Crush

Meeting Our TikTok Crush

The future involves you. What does that mean? Give it a listen. 

Nov 22, 202024:56
The PLL Lied

The PLL Lied

The PLL Lied to us about some dates.

We are a bit upset, but who can stay upset at the PLL. 

Nov 19, 202027:11
Our Pokemon cards are illegal!?!

Our Pokemon cards are illegal!?!

We talk about our new pokemon cards we made.

Is Harbst dead?


Nov 15, 202026:45
What to buy a Lacrosse Player for Christmas

What to buy a Lacrosse Player for Christmas

Now that people are already playing Christmas music and making Christmas list, here is what to buy your lacrosse player. 

Nov 12, 202026:55
Blue Dogs Relapse

Blue Dogs Relapse

It's happening all over again. Coivd is back.

Nov 05, 202023:25
The Haus Dynasty ft. John Haus

The Haus Dynasty ft. John Haus

Coach John Haus talks about lacrosse in his life and how he has grown, lacrosse in his family, having two sons playing in the PLL and one at Penn State. 

Oct 31, 202027:07
The 8th PLL Team

The 8th PLL Team

8th PLL team

Our first scrimmage

Our merch encounter 

Oct 29, 202027:03
Lacrosse IS BACK

Lacrosse IS BACK

The boys talk about a hope. A hope for the 2021 lacrosse season. 

Oct 25, 202018:11
How to be Jay Carlson (w/Jay Carlson)

How to be Jay Carlson (w/Jay Carlson)

From St. Paul's to Whips. Juicy J talks about the good the bad (like nothing) and the fun. 

Make sure to follow us on IG 

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Blue Dogs Family String

Oct 21, 202033:46
Worst Lacrosse Injury Ever

Worst Lacrosse Injury Ever

Carson, Nick and Kyle go though there worst injuries. 

I think its time. Time for what? Time to buy the merch!!! 

DM: us @bluedogslacrosse

Oct 17, 202030:01
Arrested for Murder

Arrested for Murder

A run-it back on fall-ball. The boys are getting after it on the field and in the studio. We are back and ready to roll. 

Oct 15, 202026:02
What the ELF

What the ELF

Welcome back boys and girls! Now on our new upload schedule (Wednesday and Saturday) we get into WTF Wednesday, the European Lacrosse Federation, and our first COVID practice.

Sep 16, 202028:15
Current Educators of America

Current Educators of America

Sam and Carson start off with some Magic Mondays featuring Coyne's hammy and Sam's tummy. The boys address a Tik Tok account spreading bad lax information, and then finish off with some of their favorite traditions from college and their high schools.

Sep 07, 202040:06
Airbending for Dummies

Airbending for Dummies

Can't score enough goals? Well, you're in luck! Sam and Carson have unlocked the key to airbending and now can score at will. The boys talk about their Wins of the Week and how to shoot and score on every shot.

Sep 04, 202026:32
The Pregame

The Pregame

How should you structure your pregame rituals? We got you! Carson and Sam go over what makes a pregame routine special, and of course explain WTF Wednesday! Happy Humpday everyone!

Sep 02, 202029:31
Swag vs Safety

Swag vs Safety

Happy Monday everyone! The boys are back with our off-season bits where we give you guys some sick information about lax. Today we debate swag vs safety in terms of what equipment we wear on the field. We get into our Monday Magicians first, then debate which position wears the most stuff (excluding goalies because they have to wear equipment if they want to live.) Lastly, we have some breaking news (check out our Instagram page to get a sneak peak @bluedogslacrosse) Have a great day everyone, we'll see you Wednesday!

Aug 31, 202038:40
Collegiate Athletics with COVID

Collegiate Athletics with COVID

Sam and Carson get back into it (sorry for no episode on Wednesday) and talk about the new COVID protocols on campus. The Friday Wins of the Week are back, and more lacrosse terms. This time, we're talking about the parts of the head!

Aug 28, 202029:07
The NLL Journey Begins

The NLL Journey Begins

Welcome to Season 2 where the takes are hot, the non-alcoholic beer cold, and the dogs back. A late night, but the show must go on. Sleep-deprived Sam and Carson deliver their Magic Monday takes (3:08), begin their learning about the National Lacrosse League (9:12), and define three more lax terms for those that wish to learn to speak fluent lax bro (25:26)

Aug 24, 202032:43
1st Annual Golden Bone Awards

1st Annual Golden Bone Awards

With Season 1 coming to a close, we wanted to reflect on all that has happened this year. So sit back and enjoy the 1st ever Golden Bone Awards! Season 2 starts Monday!

Aug 21, 202048:42
State of the Union

State of the Union

Sam & Carson get into WTF Wednesday (2:21) then cover some more serious news with Lyle Thompson's video on US Lacrosse (9:36) and Ty Warner's statement on the BLM movement in the PLL (21:24). To finish off, we start a new series for all of you people that feel like you don't fit the 'lacrosse' demographic. We define lax terms (both formal and slang) so that you can feel more confident when talking about lacrosse (30:35).

Aug 19, 202038:05
2020 Studio Brawl

2020 Studio Brawl

The boys are back in the studio talking about #PlayLaxDay2020, the MLL/PLL Awards, and Magic Monday. Enjoy!

Aug 17, 202037:33
Christian Mazzone: 2-Bar and Traffic Cone Specialist

Christian Mazzone: 2-Bar and Traffic Cone Specialist

Happy Friday everyone! We kick off your weekend with a new Friday segment titled Friday Wins of the Week (pretty self explanatory). After that, we have Christian Mazzone on the podcast to talk about the bubble, his first year in the league, and his pre-PLL experiences. Enjoy Blue Dogs Family, and remember to check out our merch!

Aug 14, 202038:23
Nick Ossello Wuz Here (Humble Brag)

Nick Ossello Wuz Here (Humble Brag)

No big deal it is just our boy Nicolas Ossello (no 'h' for those of you who don't know). Great guy, better interview. Enough said.

Aug 12, 202059:34
The Boyz R Back and Lax is Over

The Boyz R Back and Lax is Over

The boys are back as you just read. Where were we? Listen to the first 2 minutes. We talk about our hatred of PLL Fan Accounts (2:37), after some shooting the breeze, we get our Magic Monday selections in (10:14). Then we get to the PLL Championship Game Review (13:19) as well as reviewing every other team's needs going into next season (25:25). Enjoy, happy Monday everyone!

Aug 10, 202044:31
Avatar 2.0

Avatar 2.0

The boys are back to brighten your Wednesday! We go over the past few games (1:47), update our rankings (32:00), and give our three stars of those games (35:00). After reviewing this week's games, we jump into closing out our previous Avatar discussion by addressing older players and Lyle Thompson (38:45).

Jul 29, 202049:24
PLL and MLL CANCELED

PLL and MLL CANCELED

What's up everyone! Happy Monday and we have a packed show starting with the MLL being in a lot of trouble (2:30). Then, enjoy our hot takes about Kyle Hartzell (13:22) followed by a temperate take about Kennygate (18:27). We review the games from the past few days with Chaos vs Chrome (20:21) including Chirpgate (24:00), Redwoods vs Whips (29:22), and finally Waterdogs vs Atlas (33:30). We give you guys a nice update on our fantasy league (36:55) followed by our Three Stars of the Week and updated rankings (42:34). There is an important message from Tehoka to top this episode off (50:25).

Jul 27, 202057:10