Kyle Hayes (LIU) - Balancing Offensive Creativity with Structure

Coach Kyle Hayes, Offensive Coordinator for LIU, joins for an insightful conversation on offensive player development, principles of offensive play and the path from playing in college to becoming a coach. They discuss the importance of creativity in offense, the art of breaking bad habits, effective recruiting strategies, and the significance of a strong riding and ground ball swarm mentality. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome05:15 Coaching Journey and Imposter Syndrome09:22 Recruiting and Building a Brand27:24 Fall Season and Offensive Principles39:13 Key Concepts in Lacrosse Offense39:30 Breaking Down ROA: Range, Open, Angle42:45 Gap Theory and Creating Space44:27 Attacking Vertical Space46:35 Swarm Mentality in Lacrosse49:36 Effective Riding Techniques01:00:28 Balancing Creativity and Structure in Offense01:07:55 Favorite Drills and Practice Techniques01:12:43 Final Thoughts