St. Sebastian's Coach Mike Silipo

Kyle and Owen sit down with Mike Silipo, the new head coach of St. Sebastian's lacrosse team. The podcast explores Silipo’s transition from a successful tenure at Boston University to taking the helm at St. Sebastian's. They discuss the intricacies of coaching at different levels, the importance of simplicity in strategy, and the nuances of the face-off and shot clock in modern lacrosse. Silipo shares insights on team dynamics, his approach to player development, and his philosophy on coaching both on and off the field. This episode also touches on the rich lacrosse culture in Massachusetts, the relationships among rival coaches, and the unique challenges and rewards of high school coaching. Join them for an in-depth conversation about the journey of building a lacrosse program and preparing young athletes for success.   Topics 00:56 Welcome to Chasing the Goal Podcast 01:57 Interview with Mike Silipo: New Head Coach of St. Sebastian's 02:44 Coaching Philosophy and Experience 04:00 Transition to High School Coaching 06:30 Offensive Strategies and Player Development 08:39 Challenges and Adaptations in Coaching 21:00 The Importance of Face-Offs in Lacrosse 23:53 Box Lacrosse vs. Field Lacrosse 24:20 The Importance of the Ride 24:40 Differentiating Midfielders and Attackmen 25:44 Training and Player Development 27:40 Rivalries and Mental Warfare 29:26 Motivational Tactics and Coaching Stories 31:58 Balancing Relationships and Performance 40:45 Final Thoughts and Reflections