Mastering Box Lacrosse with Elliott Bender

Kyle and Owen chat with Elliott Bender, a renowned box lacrosse player and coach known from Instagram and TikTok as 'The Box Lacrosse Guy.' The discussion delves into the growing prominence of box lacrosse, its distinct differences from field lacrosse, and how Bender transitioned from a player to a content creator to fill the knowledge gap for American players. Elliott shares personal anecdotes, the challenges and techniques unique to box lacrosse, and practical drills to enhance skills. The conversation also highlights the importance of finding the right program for young players and the evolution of the sport including women's box lacrosse. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and improving in box lacrosse.   Topics 00:31 Anecdotes and NBA vs. PLL 01:18 Guest Introduction: Elliott Bender 01:30 Elliott's Lacrosse Journey 03:35 Box Lacrosse Training and Experience 10:38 The Evolution of Box Lacrosse 12:16 Box Lacrosse vs. Field Lacrosse 19:43 Content Creation and Advocacy 27:55 The Friendly Intensity of Box Lacrosse 28:39 Women's Box Lacrosse: A Different Game 30:59 Comparing Men's and Women's Lacrosse 35:13 The Evolution of Lacrosse Gear 38:47 The Rise of Box Lacrosse Travel Teams 42:14 Essential Drills for Box Lacrosse 48:53 Conclusion and Future Plans