Best Lacrosse Interview Podcasts (2025)

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PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher Greg Maddux 39:43

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For all of you who missed this popular episode, we are bringing it to you again. Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux sits down with the guys to delve into his legendary baseball career. Maddux shares valuable insights ranging from arm care to pitching philosophy that played a crucial role in propelling him to the status of an all-time great. He also d…

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The Crease Dive 6/20--Chris Conlin Interview 45:00

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Chris Conlin joins the pod this week! We dive into Conlin's Chatham days, his time at Notre Dame, and that transition to the PLL. Plenty of more fun in this episode, tune in for a great listen!By The Crease Dive

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Jake's Back From Japan With A Nippon League Hot Take, John Enrietto Is In The House, Plus Boys Tennis All-Stars. 48:32

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It's the end of the 2024-25 school year, and with that ... postseason awards and looking forward to the summer. John joins the show as we talk boys tennis all-county team and thoughts on the past year, plus what to expect this summer. Oh, did you know Aaron Rodgers is now a Pittsburgh Steeler?! For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.but…

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121. LA Rams HC Sean McVay Pt. 2 30:02

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In 2017, Sean McVay became the youngest NFL head coach in the modern era, at 30 years old. In his second year, Coach McVay led the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance and three years later he became the youngest head coach to ever win a Super Bowl. In Part 2 of our conversation with Coach McVay, he shares his advice to coaches, discusses the coaches he…

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LGR 274: Standing Tall in the Crease with Mercyhurst goalie Jaret Jawor 54:17

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Send us a text As Mercyhurst University makes its ambitious leap into NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse, one name to watch between the pipes is sophomore goalie Jaret Jawor. A native of Lockport, Illinois, Jawor played his high school lacrosse at Wheaton Academy, where he developed into a strong and athletic netminder. Now standing at 6-foot-3, Jawor …

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Lacrosse Dominance, Lazzara Sisters Legacy, And The Steelers' Gamble On Rodgers 1:00:31

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For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/butlereaglenews/ www.alter-eagle.com WesternPA #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth #…

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120. LA Rams HC Sean McVay Pt. 1 43:48

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In 2017, Sean McVay became the youngest NFL head coach in the modern era, at 30 years old. In his second year, Coach McVay led the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance and three years later he became the youngest head coach to ever win a Super Bowl. In Part 1 of our conversation with Coach McVay, he shares the story of his love for sports as a high scho…

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LGR 273: Next Play, Next Save: Freshman Goalkeeper Owen Salanger's Rise at UMass 45:25

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Send us a text Owen Salanger has quickly made a name for himself as a standout goalie for the University of Massachusetts men’s lacrosse team. A freshman from Liverpool, New York, Salanger has demonstrated exceptional skill, composure, and leadership in the cage, earning Honorable Mention All-American honors from USA Lacrosse Magazine. His ability …

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District Playoffs Rundown, Track & Field Champs, And Derek's New Game Gets Heated. 49:19

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For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/butlereaglenews/ www.alter-eagle.com #WesternPA #butlercounty #highschoolfootball #predictions #Sports #sportspodcast #eyeonsports #altereaglepodcast #movember #menshealth …

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119. Super Bowl Champ & Pro Lacrosse Player Chris Hogan 53:19

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Chris Hogan is our guest on this week's episode and man, is his story an inspiring one. Not recruited heavily as a football player, Chris signed a full scholarship with Penn State as a Lacrosse player. After playing LAX for 3 yrs, he transferred to Monmouth University to play football, with no aspirations to play beyond college. Several years later…

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PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher John Smoltz 50:13

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The guys talk to Hall of Fame pitcher and MLB broadcaster John Smoltz. In addition to sharing his youth sports story, Smoltzie shares great insights for young athletes, parents, and coaches, as well as valuable baseball-specific advice for young pitchers.By Jeff Francoeur

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LGR 272: Fairfield Goalie Owen Hirsch - Confidence Is Contagious 49:55

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Send us a text Fairfield Goalie Owen Hirsch: Confidence Is Contagious In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, Coach Damon sits down with Fairfield University goalie Owen Hirsch to talk all things between the pipes. Owen shares his inspiring journey from a young, pad-covered beginner to D1 starter, highlighting how he conquered his fear of th…

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118. Former NFL QB and Current QB Coach Jordan Palmer 57:59

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Jordan Palmer grew up in the shadow of his older brother, Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer. Jordan wasn't a starter on his high school team until his senior year, and he attended the one D1 school that offered him a scholarship, UTEP. And while his story was full of adversity, he remained committed to reaching his full potential, eventually spen…

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Interview With Brutus The Buckeye a.k.a. Mars Grad Emily Hayward, And Lots Of Track And Field Talk. 58:21

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Workouts with the basketball team. Proper eating with the nutritionist. Keeping a secret identity. Mars and recent Ohio State grad Emily Hayward takes us inside (figuratively) the life of one of college football's most famous mascots, Brutus the Buckeye. And it's a busy two weeks of district and PIAA track championships, as the guys react to and lo…

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LGR 271: Stay Confident and Calm with 2028 Female Goalie Maura Spicer 45:05

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Send us a text Maura Spicer is a promising young lacrosse player for Cherokee High School in Marlton, New Jersey. A member of the Class of 2028, Spicer plays as a goalkeeper for the Cherokee Girls Varsity Lacrosse team. Spicer has already begun making an impact on the field. During the 2024-2025 season, she recorded eight saves across three games, …

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117. D1 Training Founder Will Bartholomew: The Power of Performance Training for Young Athletes 57:19

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After winning the 1998 National Championship at Tennessee and serving as Captain of the 2001 team, Will Bartholomew's football career ended in his first year with the Denver Broncos due to a devastating knee injury. Will took his passion for sports and training and founded D1 Training, one of the nation's fastest growing performance training center…

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PA Replay: Dr Mondo: Mental Coach and Wellness Expert 1:01:30

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With it being Mental Health Awareness month, we want to replay this informative episode for our viewers that was recorded in Feb of 2023, but the information is still very current. Our guest is well-known sports psychologist and mental wellness expert Dr. Armando González. Dr. Mondo works with numerous pro athletes such as Dansby Swanson, Lindsey V…

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The Crease Dive 5/17-- Deemer Class Interview 49:03

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Deemer Class joins the pod this week! We dive into his Duke Career, the current state of college lacrosse, picks to win it all, and the company he founded "First Class Lacrosse". Hope you guys enjoy!By The Crease Dive

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Mars Lacrosse's Abby Latona Interview, What To Watch For In WPIAL Playoffs, A Big Pittsburgh Sports Weekend 59:34

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Mars girls lacrosse's Abby Latona joins the show this week to talk about the Planets' quest for another WPIAL title, her career, if she and her husband get competitive on the field and more. Playoffs? PLAYOFFS!? We're talkin' about PLAYOFFS?! Yes, yes we are. Derek, Brendan and Jake highlight things to watch as the WPIAL postseason kicks off. For m…

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116. What We’ve Learned about Youth Sports + Big Announcement 31:50

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With more than 115 episodes under their belts, Jeff, Britt, and Brad discuss some of their biggest learnings along the way, and Jeff shares some areas in which his perspective has evolved as his kids get older, and as he has participated in our discussions with guests and each other. This is a fun conversation that parents will relate to... AND...t…

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The Crease Dive 5/9 -- Christian Scarpello and Michael Sowers Interview 51:41

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Nest is joined by 2 PLL Waterdog players, Scarpello and Mikey Sowers. We dive into Waterdogs draft talk, CJ Kirst arrival, NJ vs PA lacrosse, favorite PLL cities, and much more! Stick around at the end for some NCAA tourney talk with Scarp! Comments and Subscribe Youtube!!By The Crease Dive

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Knoch Football Coach TJ Wiley Interview, Jake’s In Pain And WPIAL Track Postseason. 1:03:13

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Knoch football went 3-7 last season after a series of injuries. New coach TJ Wiley joins the show to talk about his expectations for the fall and more. Derek and Jake covered all the important stuff this week: Jake's pain after running in Philly The WPIAL track championships Seneca Valley's Lexie Hames A chat with Knoch football coach TJ Wiley For …

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LGR 270: Win the Little Things with Syracuse Goalie Danny Guyette 47:33

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Send us a text Daniella (Danny) Guyette is an emerging talent in collegiate lacrosse, recognized for her agility, composure, and leadership as a goalkeeper for Syracuse University. Originally from Newbury Park, California, Guyette’s lacrosse journey began at Newbury Park High School, where she was a standout player. She earned multiple accolades, i…

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115. MLB 5x All-Star Andruw Jones 50:51

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With 10 Gold Gloves and 434 career homers, Andruw Jones is regarded as one of the top centerfielders of all time, and the guys have a great conversation with him on this episode. Having shared an outfield together for the Braves, Jeff shares what it was like as a rookie playing next to the best outfielder "he has ever seen," including what Andruw t…

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S8 E13-- Kirst Brothers Interview 1:00:31

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Nest is joined by Connor, Colin, and Cole Kirst. The 3 oldest brothers in the family, diving into topics about CJ, the family battles growing up, what makes all of them so special and plenty more! Quick Conference Tourney talk from Nest at the end!By The Crease Dive

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Reacting To Pullman Park News, Butler County Sports Hall Of Fame, Penguins And Mike Sullivan. 50:56

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What's the future of Pullman Park? The guys react to the news of the BlueSox and a possible change of stadium management. Draft? What NFL Draft? Derek, Brendan and Jake discuss a busy week of news, including: Pullman Park’s future, what the Penguins are up to and more. For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sport…

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LGR 269: Betty Nelson: Building Confidence in the Crease 55:06

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Send us a text Podcast interview with Carolina Tar Heels goalie Betty Nelson. At UNC, Nelson quickly made her mark. In her first collegiate start, she recorded seven saves, contributing to a dominant 14-2 victory over James Madison. Throughout the 2025 season, she has maintained a save percentage over 50% and played a pivotal role in UNC's top-rank…

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PA Replay: NBA Star and Dad: Dell Curry 45:48

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NBA shooting great Dell Curry, father to NBA stars Stephen and Seth, shares stories from his own playing days, as well as parenting insights learned from helping his boys and his daughter Sydel, navigate their own journeys in sports and in life.By Jeff Francoeur

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LGR 268: Mind Over Matter: Isabel Pithie’s Approach to Mental Toughness and Goalkeeping 59:54

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Send us a text In this podcast episode, Notre Dame goalie Isabel Pithie opens up about the mental side of goalkeeping and how she stays focused and ready for action. A key theme of her journey has been mental preparation—whether it’s staying locked in during games, visualizing key moments, or learning how to reset after conceding a goal. She talks …

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A Peak Inside Derek's Childhood, Butler Invitational Reaction And The Pirates. 1:02:49

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Who stood out at the Butler Track and Field Invitational last week? Derek and Jake break down the largest meet of the season and look ahead to the rest of the spring. What was young Derek like? How early did he become an encyclopedia of dates and sports trivia? A special guest this week gives us the inside scoop. Plus: Pirates talk NFL draft memori…

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S8E12 -- Doogs is Leaving Barstool 1:10:35

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Doogs is leaving barstool.By The Crease Dive

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114. MLS All-Star Brad Guzan 1:00:32

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Our guest on this episode is MLS Cup Champion, 2x MLS All-Star, 2017 Goal Keeper of the Year and the captain & starting goalkeeper for Atlanta United, Brad Guzan. Brad shares insights and stories from his career as a player and parent of four, covering what makes a great teammate, the qualities of an influential coach, and how parents can support t…

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PA Replay: Sportsmanship in Youth Sports 32:25

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The guys have a great conversation about Sportsmanship in Youth Sports, discussing what Sportsmanship is (and isn’t), why it matters, and how parents and coaches teach it to young athletes.By Jeff Francoeur

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S8E11 -- Nesty Solo Episode 36:58

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Nestler Solo episodeBy The Crease Dive

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Freeport's Kira Schrecongost Interview, Breaking Down Our Butler County Winter All-Stars And How Much Money Did Brendan Spend At Chipotle?! 1:07:07

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The Butler Eagle's basketball, wrestling and swimming athletes of the year and all-stars are out. Derek and Brendan dive in to the selections. Plus, Girls Swimmer of the Year, Freeport's Kira Schrecongost, joins the show to talk about her career and sisterly rivalries. We learn a little more about Brendan's obsession with Chipotle. Resources: https…

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PA Replay: 2026 WBC Manager Mark Derosa 49:00

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USA Baseball recently announced that Mark Derosa would return as the Manager of the 2026 WBC Team USA. That prompted us to replay the entertaining and info-packed interview we did with DeRo back in 2023. You will really enjoy hearing his story as a two-sport Ivy League athlete, the fun back-and-forth between Mark and Jeff (his next-door neighbor), …

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LGR 267: Connor Foley’s Baggy Style and Big Presence in Net 58:45

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Send us a text Podcast interview with Brown goalie Connor Foley. Brown University goalie Connor Foley has been turning heads this season with a .560 save percentage, Ivy League Defensive Player of the Week honors, and an Inside Lacrosse HM All-American. But what sets Foley apart isn’t just stats—it’s his energy, style, and mindset. He joins the sho…

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Butler’s Ethan Morton Joins The Show, Plus Biggest Surprises So Far This Spring. 1:05:55

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Former Butler star Ethan Morton hopped on this week to talk NCAA Tournament, that Maryland loss and what’s next after graduation. Could Butler basketball have won the 2020 PIAA title? Which was his favorite team he’s played on, Butler, Purdue or Colorado State? The Tornado legend joined the show this week to answer those questions and more! For mor…

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113. Pro Football Hall of Famer Champ Bailey 52:51

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On this episode, the guys talk to NFL Hall of Fame and 7x All-Pro Cornerback Champ Bailey. Champ was a shut-down NFL cornerback, who is often cited as a comparison player to Travis Hunter because of his ability to play both offense and defense at the University of Georgia, earning him a spot in the CFB Hall of Fame. Champ shares some great stories …

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S8E10 -- The Contenders List is VERY Long 1:04:08

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Jordie and Doogs do the first part with a Nesty monologue at the endBy The Crease Dive

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LGR 266: Embracing the Pressure with St. Joe's goalie Tommy Gross 1:00:11

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Send us a text Podcast interview with Tommy Gross, starting lacrosse goalie for the St. Josephs Hawks. We dig into him learning the position of lacrosse goalie at a young age, some mental lessons he's learned along the way, and a lesson from last year's A10 championship game he'll never forget. Support the show…

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PIAA Baseball, Softball Previews, A Guest Caller And Brendan’s Steelers Draft Predictions. 52:13

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Derek’s gone, so you know what that means? Time to talk Steelers’ draft predictions! Plus Butler County baseball and softball storylines and a guest caller. Seneca Valley’s Lexie Hames is back for one more season, and Butler County’s baseball and softball scene is stocked with future college talent. What are the storylines to watch this season? Jak…

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112. Dave Francoeur: Parenting Insights From Jeff's Dad 56:34

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If you're a loyal listener, you’ve heard Jeff Francoeur talk about his dad pulling him off the field during a game, or the time when he took Jeff back to the gym to apologize to a referee. You've also heard him talk about how his parents never allowed sports to be the number one priority in their family. Yes, they had to work to balance their time …

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PA Replay: ESPN's Jay Bilas 45:08

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As we enjoy March Madness 2025, we are pleased to replay our 2023 conversation with ESPN's lead college basketball analyst Jay Bilas. Jay had much to share about the mental side of sports from his book "Toughness," sharing some great stories from his childhood, his time at Duke, and his insights from being a sports dad himself. And speaking of Duke…

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Butler's Scott Stoner On His Hall Of Fame Induction & More, Seneca Valley Hockey's State Title & March Madness! 1:14:52

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Derek and Jake asked soon-to-be Butler County Hall of Famer the hard-hitting questions this week. Can he beat AD Bill Mylan on the mat? What games did he play to kill time during tournaments back in his day? Catch the full interview with Butler's wrestling coach on this week's episode, plus much, much more! For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: ht…

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S8E9 -- Who is Even Good in College Lacrosse this Year? 1:10:16

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Jordie, Doogs and Nest are back at it talk about everything from who even is good this year, to Loyola going 0-8, and Doogs and Nest have a wager.By The Crease Dive

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LGR 265: Sean Byrne: Faith, Focus, and the West Point Mental Edge 1:01:06

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Send us a text Podcast interview with Army West Point goalie Sean Byrne discussing his lacrosser goalie career, his faith, and the Black Knights 2025 season so far. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson

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111. 3x NASCAR Cup Winner Joey Logano 40:02

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Joey Logano didn't grow up in a racing family, but when his dad bought him a go-cart at age 6, he quickly became hooked. in no time at all, he was winning at a pace that by the time he was 18, people were already saying he was the next Jeff Gordon. And he believed it, until he hit some major adversity in the sport. On this episode, Joey shares his …

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The State Playoffs Never Stop, Spring Season Athletes To Watch And Remembering COVID 5 Years Later 58:46

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The Eye on Sports crew has your March Madness covered: -3 (!!!) state swim champs -Spring athletes to watch -Steelers QB purgatory -COVID's 5-year anniversary For more on Butler Eagle Sports go to: https://www.butlereagle.com/section/sports/ Follow on social media: https://www.youtube.com/@butlereaglenews https://www.instagram.com/altereaglepodcast…

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LGR 264: Just Have Fun with Rutgers Goalie Cardin Stoller 1:01:46

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Send us a text Podcast interview with Rutgers goalie Cardin Stoller discusses his lacrosse goalie journey and the goalie tips he's learned along the way. Support the showBy Coach Damon Wilson