JM3 Lacrosse Podcast

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JM3 Lacrosse Podcast - Season 7, Ep. 5 - Johns Hopkins Women's Head Coach Tim McCormack Oct 05, 2026

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In this episode, Tim McCormack, head women's lacrosse coach at Johns Hopkins University, shares insights into his innovative offensive strategies, coverage solutions, and player development techniques. Discover how principles like unpredictability, volume, and coverage reading are transforming lacrosse coaching and gameplay.

key topics

Principles of volume offense and creating advantages
Coverage solutions and reading defenses
Two-man and three-man game triggers and actions
Attunement to coverage and gaming the system
Zone offense strategies and exploiting gaps
Player recruitment focusing on skill and IQ

JM3 Lacrosse Podcast Season 7, Ep. 4 - Northwestern Head Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller Sep 23, 2026

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In this episode, Kelly Amonte Hiller, head coach of Northwestern Women's Lacrosse, shares insights into her coaching philosophy, team development, defensive strategies, and how adaptability and growth mindset drive success.

Key Topics

Team resilience and comeback strategies
Defensive principles and adaptability
Offensive versatility and player involvement
Building a strong team culture and balance
Use of zone and man-to-man defenses
Player development and growth mindset
Game-specific tactical adjustments
Recruitment of adaptable athletes

JM3 Lacrosse Podcast, Season 7, Ep. 3 - PLL Cannons' Brian Kelly Sep 19, 2026

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Jamie Munro sits down with Brian Kelly, Boston Cannons attackman, Vassar Assistant and JM3 Coach, for a detailed conversation about his breakout season, what he learned from elite teammates, and how he is translating those ideas into coaching. They also dig deep into lacrosse concepts like hand fighting, wide grip defense, crack angle picking, shot selection, and using constraints to train smarter. In this episode, Brian shares how a move from “find a drill on Instagram” training to more intentional pickup and constraint-based work helped unlock his game. The discussion is especially useful for players and coaches who want practical ideas for improving dodging, shooting, and two-man game.

JM3 Lacrosse Podcast - Season 7, Ep. 2 - Notre Dame Head Coach Kevin Corrigan Sep 07, 2026

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In this episode, Kevin Corrigan, head coach at Notre Dame, shares insights on coaching philosophy, game strategies, and the importance of adaptability and IQ in lacrosse. We explore how to develop smarter players and create variability in training to improve performance.

key topics

The importance of variability and external focus in training
How to evaluate and develop lacrosse IQ
Strategies for full field game development
Using constraints to teach decision-making
The role of mental toughness and psychology in sports
Adapting game plans based on personnel and opposition
The significance of communication and leadership on defense
Innovative drills and practice design for game readiness

JM3 Lacrosse Podcast, Season 7, Ep. 1 - PLL Chaos Midfielder Chad Palumbo Sep 03, 2026

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In this all new and rebranded podcast, Jamie talks to PLL Chaos' midfielder and 2026 Natoinal Champion Chad Palumbo, who shares insights on everything Princeton lacrosse, as well as the key things in his development that made him the player he is today.

key topics

The role of culture
Principles-based offense and spacing guidelines
The importance of intentional pick setting and reading defenses
Deception as a core skill in high-level lacrosse
Pickup as a tool for skill development and creativity
The influence of free play and unstructured practice
Adapting training methods to enhance decision-making and IQ
The significance of player strengths and roles in offense

Ecological Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 5 Jacksonville Offensive Coordinator Colin Munro Nov 21, 2025

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In this conversation, Colin and Jamie Munro discuss the fundamental principles of offensive strategies in lacrosse, particularly focusing on how these principles can be applied across various game scenarios, including six on six and man up offenses. They emphasize the importance of collapsing defenses and creating spacing advantages to enhance offensive effectiveness.

Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 4 MVMT Sports Alan Keane & Simon Turner Nov 05, 2025

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This conversation with Coach Developers Alan Keane and Simon Turner delves into the importance of adaptability in sports coaching, particularly under pressure. It emphasizes the need for coaches to find a balance between directing players and allowing them autonomy, highlighting the significance of understanding players' needs and the context of the game. Alan is a highly regarded performance basketball coach with a focus on meeting the needs of the people he coaches. He’s a Great Britain national team head coach, award winning former teacher and current PhD candidate. Simon is a coach and facilitator who works at the intersection of sport and social change. He’s coached basketball for 20+ years and trained over 400 sports practitioners in the intentional use of sport to change people’s lives. Their support services enable coaches and organizations to become more aware of their strengths, increase the level of care in team environments and create impact for the people and the community they serve. To learn more, go to https://mvmtsports.com

Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 3- Corey Winkoff Oct 24, 2025

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In this episode, Jamie Munro interviews FLG Program Director Corey Winkoff, who is also the Girls Assistant Coach at St. Anthony's. They discuss Corey's journey into ecological coaching, emphasizing the importance of player development over winning. Corey shares his innovative offensive principles, known as SWAGR, which focus on spacing, ball possession, movement, deception, and reading the game. The conversation delves into strategies for teaching players to handle pressure, the differences between picks and seals in zone offenses, and the significance of creating high percentage shots. They also explore the role of constraints in coaching and how to adapt drills to enhance player understanding and performance.

Ecological Lacrosse Podcast Season 2. Ep. 2, CNU Head Coach Mikey Thompson Oct 08, 2025

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Summary In this conversation, Mikey Thompson, head coach at Christopher Newport, discusses the evolution of coaching methods in lacrosse, focusing on ecological dynamics and the importance of adaptability. He emphasizes the need for intentionality and discipline in coaching, the significance of principles of play, and how constraints can create opportunities for players. The discussion also covers dynamic offensive strategies, defensive adaptability, and the importance of making practice enjoyable for players. Mikey reflects on his growth as a coach and the collaborative environment within his coaching staff.

Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 1 - PLL Waterdogs' Michael Sowers Oct 02, 2025

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In this episode of the Ecological Lacrosse podcast, Michael Sowers reflects on his recent lacrosse season, discussing personal development, the importance of slowing down in gameplay, and mastering the two-man game. He shares insights from his experiences in pickup games and box lacrosse, emphasizing the significance of shooting techniques and deception. The conversation also covers the evolution of training methods and the role of constraints in enhancing game awareness and performance.

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