North Andover Coach Steve Zella

The guest is North Andover Head Coach Steve Zella. He covers topics such as the transition of teams between divisions, the impact of influential coaches and the strategies behind preparing a young team for success. Coach Zella shares his coaching journey, style, and the challenges faced this season. The conversation highlights the significance of character-building, adapting coaching methods for younger players, and the ongoing growth and development of lacrosse at the high school level. 

Topics

01:29 North Andover's Season and Division Move
02:52 Coaching Journey: From Brookline to North Andover
05:35 Coaching Philosophy and Style
11:34 Impact of Coaching on Players' Lives
16:19 Challenges and Realizations in Coaching
20:26 Adapting Coaching Methods
21:43 Season Overview and Tournament Discussion
22:40 Reflecting on Last Season's Challenges
22:56 Building a Strong Schedule
23:10 Current Season Performance
23:20 Team Composition and Key Players
23:54 Game Highlights and Key Matches
24:51 Player Development and Future Goals
25:36 Coaching Strategies and Adjustments
29:13 Offensive Tactics and Plays
34:47 Defensive Strategies and Zone Attacks
37:44 Upcoming Game Against Bedford
40:40 Final Thoughts and Farewell