S2 E14. Mikey Likes It! 2X DIII National Semi-Finalist, CNU HC, Mikey Thompson, Part II

In this episode of 'Get the Lax Scoop,' hosts Big Dawg and Jaybird, alongside special guest Christopher Newport University head coach Mikey Thompson, delve into the world of lacrosse. Thompson shares his experiences from his collegiate playing days at the University of Virginia to his coaching career, including admirable leadership lessons from his mentor, Coach Dom Starsia. The conversation also covers recruiting strategies, the evolution of public school lacrosse in Virginia, specifically as a reflection of our entire country as a whole with the emphasis on individual as well as team skill development. Additionally, there are insights into preparing for college-level lacrosse, navigating recruitment, and optimizing player potential. Sponsored by Jay McMahon Lacrosse, the episode combines personal anecdotes, professional wisdom, and practical advice for aspiring players.00:00 Welcome to Lax Scoop: The Ultimate Lacrosse Podcast00:23 Meet the Hosts00:42 Special Guest Spotlight01:02 Diving Deep with Coach Mikey Thompson04:24 Coaching Insights and Philosophy with Mikey Thompson06:27 The Path to Coaching: Mikey Thompson's Story10:08 Exploring the Evolution of Lacrosse Recruitment16:49 Recruiting Philosophy and Finding the Right Fit24:08 The Importance of Individual Skill Development25:33 Signing Off with a Tease for Next WeekNEW BOOK!Inside the Recruiting Game: Insights From College Lacrosse Coaches-Available on Amazon.com as an Ebook and paperbackDonate to Harlem Lacrosse Summer Camp: https://www.harlemlacrosse.org/gmvs2025 Links to training videos: Master The 5 Best Dodges From the Wing!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_7LDOcQQ6Q&t=88sBlazing Shots... on the Run!https://youtu.be/XiptPlM63oQCheck us out...On YouTube @jaymcmahonlax23On Instagram @jaymcmahonlax23On Facebook @: facebook.com/jmcmahonlax23. Page name: Jay McMahon Lacrosse Jules Heningburg: https://thelaxlab.com/ Check out!... Coach Tintle's Lacrosse Barn: https://g.co/kgs/eXedCXfSuccessHotline with Dr. Rob Gilbert on Ironclad & Apple PodcastsBrian Cain Daily Dominator on Apple Podcasts Lacrosse Charities Mentioned in S2 E36:https://www.4thefuturefoundation.org/ https://www.harlemlacrosse.org/ https://15forlife.org/