Stop Drilling Moves, Start Drilling Decisions with Gold Medal Shot Selection

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Deemer Class and Matt Dunn launch the next wave of the First Class Lacrosse Podcast, focusing on player development and strategic insights for the upcoming spring season. They reflect on past episodes featuring coach interviews and set the stage for new discussions on a variety of topics, including lacrosse techniques, recruiting, and leadership. The guys delve into the importance of shot selection, introducing the 'gold medal shot' analogy to improve scoring efficiency. They also explore the concept of Constraints-Led Approach (CLA) in training, emphasizing the importance of creating drills that solve specific tactical problems. Deemer and Matt discuss the challenges of developing defensive skills and the importance of adaptable, game-speed scenarios in practice. The episode concludes with practical advice for players preparing for tryouts, highlighting the importance of mindset, off-ball contributions, and maintaining perspective.

Timecodes

0:00 - The Future Of The Podcast

6:30 - Gold Medal Shots

36:45 - Designing Drills

1:04:00 - Approaching Tryouts

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