New England Lacrosse Journal‘s Chasing The Goal

New ISL Playoffs Format Explained

Longtime St Sebatian’s Head Coach Adam White is the orchestrator of the new ISL lacrosse playoff format. He joins us to discuss the advantages of the system, and to share his thoughts on which teams are the favorites. Coach White also has a mystery novel coming out! Hear about that and more in this edition of “Chasing The Goal.”

PLL Chrome Coach Kerwick on Life From College to the Pros

The Professional Lacrosse League (PLL) has 12 major-market teams around the U.S., playing a 19-game season. Chrome LC assistant coach Matt Kerwick, who joined the team after a successful coaching career at the college level that included three championships at Cornell, joins us to talk about the PLL, which he says is “the real deal.”

Ivy League Tournament Preview

Kyle Devitte breaks down the Ivy League semi-finals with Brown alum, former lacrosse captain and All-American Larken Kemp. Number two-seeded Cornell is taking on number three Yale, while first-seeded Brown will play number four Penn for a chance at the championship, being held in Providence. 

PART TWO: ISL Coaches Walker and Rowley Discuss Strategy and Talent

We continue our two part discussion with coaches Matt Rowley of Nobles and Justin Walker from Rivers this week, turning our attention to strategy and whether there is talent out there that should be playing at a higher level. They also discuss what it’s like, as friends, to coach games against each other.

ISL Coaches Walker and Rowley Talk League, Prospect Camps (Part One)

We have a special two-part podcast starting this week with coaches Justin Walker from Rivers and Matt Rowley of Nobles. In part one, the two hold a fascinating discussion about coaching in the ISL and what they think of prospect camps. 

MIT Coach O’Keefe Balances Rigorous Academics With Lacrosse

What’s it like coaching some of the smartest students out there? And how does the recruitment process work when players are up against those students? Find out from the M.I.T. Walter Alessi Men's Lacrosse Head Coach, Tyler O’Keefe

Milton Academy Head Coach Mark Goodrich Has Tips For Student Athletes

The head coach of Milton Academy’s men’s lacrosse team, Mark Goodrich, joins the podcast to talk about his philosophy of the game. One big piece of advice? Use lacrosse to get into a college you might not otherwise get into. Listen as he explains in this wide-ranging interview. 

ISL SPECIAL: Our Rankings and Predictions

The ISL is getting underway for its first full season since 2019. New England Lacrosse Journal Editor Mike Zhe joins the podcast with his rankings of the different teams, and he, Kyle and Jack make their predictions for the season in this lively discussion. Who’s ranked number one? Listen and find out.

Peabody’s Diantgikis Brothers Share Their Paths to Coaching

Brothers George and Chris Diantgikis are both assistant men’s lacrosse coaches. Chris coaches at Merrimack College, while George is at Bentley University. In this lively discussion, the Peabody, Mass., natives share their insights into how to play high-level lacrosse, as well as how their love of the game keeps them coaching.

Medfield’s Champ Coach John Isaf Celebrates His Players

Medfield High School Lacrosse Head Coach John Isaf has a unique take on what it takes to build a winning team. He relies on the town and its families to help produce strong athletes. Coach Isaf is keen on celebrating his players - not just wins, but also the talents that make each of them special. He shares his thoughts on what he loves about the game — and what he’d like to see change — in this week’s episode.