The guest is Sam Cleveland, the head coach at Lawrence Academy. They discuss Sam's lacrosse journey from playing in Arlington, Mass to his collegiate career at Colgate, and delve into his coaching philosophy at Lawrence Academy. Topics include the challenges and rewards of high school lacrosse, the impact of club lacrosse and prep schools, and the importance of player development and love for the sport. The conversation also touches on recruiting, reclassifying, and how high school coaches can better support their players in navigating the complex landscape of collegiate lacrosse.

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Topics

00:44 Introducing the Guest: Sam Cleveland

01:45 Sam Cleveland's Early Lacrosse Journey

04:01 High School Lacrosse and Club Struggles

05:58 College Lacrosse Experience at Colgate

08:08 Coaching Philosophy and Player Development

17:40 Challenges of Coaching in the ISL

20:50 Recruitment and Team Building at Lawrence Academy

25:49 Balancing ISL and Out-of-League Games

26:43 Reflecting on Last Season's Highlights

27:23 Playoff Strategies and Challenges

29:31 The Importance of Academic and Athletic Balance

33:10 The Role of High School Coaches in Recruitment

35:55 Debating the Reclass Phenomenon

37:28 Challenges in Lacrosse Development

47:40 Opportunities for Improvement in Coaching and Recruitment

50:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts