The Archer's newest star talent, Grant Ament, joins the podcast this week. Grant and Jules discuss their bet that sparked a buzz on social media, Big Ten lacrosse, the PLL's toughest defenders, and more!

The Archer's newest star talent, Grant Ament, joins the podcast this week. Grant and Jules discuss their bet that sparked a buzz on social media, Big Ten lacrosse, the PLL's toughest defenders, and more!

Grant Ament on transitioning from college into the PLL

Kyle Harrison

On this week's episode Redwoods captain and lacrosse icon, Kyle Harrison, joins the podcast. Kyle and Jules talk about the development of Kyle's game and longevity throughout his career, his opinion on the greatest lacrosse players of all time, running a business as a professional lacrosse player, the role he plays in the sport, and a ton more!

On this week's episode Redwoods captain and lacrosse icon, Kyle Harrison, joins the podcast. Kyle and Jules talk about the development of Kyle's game and longevity throughout his career, his opinion on the greatest lacrosse players of all time, running a business as a professional lacrosse player, the role he plays in the sport, and a ton more!

Kyle Harrison: Longevity, Business & Activism

Brian Silcott

Professional lacrosse pioneer and the new Head of Player Experience for the PLL, Brian Silcott, joins the podcast. Brian has a deep lacrosse background as he coached and played in both college and professional lacrosse for over 10 years. Brian tells about his experiences on what it was like growing up and playing lacrosse as a person of color, what the professional lacrosse landscape looked like in the early days, and how he intends to help grow the sport for the better.

Professional lacrosse pioneer and the new Head of Player Experience for the PLL, Brian Silcott, joins the podcast. Brian has a deep lacrosse background as he coached and played in both college and professional lacrosse for over 10 years. Brian tells about his experiences on what it was like growing up and playing lacrosse as a person of color, what the professional lacrosse landscape looked like in the early days, and how he intends to help grow the sport for the better.

Brian Silcott on the past and the future of professional lacrosse

Matt Dunn

The PLL's top defensemen, Matt Dunn, joins Jules on this weeks episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap. A former high school basketball forward, Matt talks about how training for basketball helped mold his mindset. He also tells about his first experiences as a freshman at Maryland, and how he was shaped into the elite defensemen that he is today. 

The PLL's top defensemen, Matt Dunn, joins Jules on this weeks episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap. A former high school basketball forward, Matt talks about how training for basketball helped mold his mindset. He also tells about his first experiences as a freshman at Maryland, and how he was shaped into the elite defensemen that he is today.

Matt Dunn: Basketball, Ankle Weights and Fencing

Ryan Drenner

On this episode of Unbuckled, Waterdogs attackman, Ryan Drenner, joins the podcast. In 2019, Ryan's clutch performances helped lead the Whipsnakes to the first PLL championship. Then in 2020, he was drafted in the expansion roster to the Waterdogs. Ryan and Jules talk about the transition from the Whips to the Waterdogs, his experience and performance at the 2020 Championship Series and where he looks to take his game in 2021. They also talk about the hardships of becoming a father his senior year at Towson University and the inspiration his son, Beckham, provides for him. 

On this episode of Unbuckled, Waterdogs attackman, Ryan Drenner, joins the podcast. In 2019, Ryan's clutch performances helped lead the Whipsnakes to the first PLL championship. Then in 2020, he was drafted in the expansion roster to the Waterdogs. Ryan and Jules talk about the transition from the Whips to the Waterdogs, his experience and performance at the 2020 Championship Series and where he looks to take his game in 2021. They also talk about the hardships of becoming a father his senior year at Towson University and the inspiration his son, Beckham, provides for him.

Becoming a professional lacrosse player & young father: Ryan Drenner

One of the most efficient attackman in the PLL, Eric Law, joins this episode of Unbuckled. Eric and Jules dive into his non-flashy playing style that led him to lead the Atlas in points in 2019. They also talk about his efforts with City Lax, helping young kids in underserved neighborhoods in Denver with educational and enrichment opportunities through the sport of lacrosse.Make sure to check out City Lax on their website at https://citylaxdenver.org/, or on Instagram at @denvercitylaxPlease rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter at @elaw_15.

One of the most efficient attackman in the PLL, Eric Law, joins this episode of Unbuckled. Eric and Jules dive into his non-flashy playing style that led him to lead the Atlas in points in 2019. They also talk about his efforts with City Lax, helping young kids in underserved neighborhoods in Denver with educational and enrichment opportunities through the sport of lacrosse. Make sure to check out City Lax on their website at <a href="https://citylaxdenver.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://citylaxdenver.org/</a>, or on Instagram at @denvercitylax Please rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter at @elaw_15.

Eric Law's commitment to diversifying the game

Blaze Riorden

On this episode of Unbuckled, the PLL's back-to-back goalie of the year, Blaze Riorden, joins the show to discuss his thoughts on how the goalie position deserves more respect. Following the 2020 PLL Player's Top 50, Blaze sent out social media posts expressing that the goalie position has the biggest impact on the game but players may only see the impact in the goals being scored. Jules and Blaze take a deep dive into why the goalie position has the biggest impact on the game, why it's often not respected as much as an offensive position, and the untold story of Blaze's face-to-face confrontation with Matt Gaudet after he had trash talked him on live television.

On this episode of Unbuckled, the PLL's back-to-back goalie of the year, Blaze Riorden, joins the show to discuss his thoughts on how the goalie position deserves more respect. Following the 2020 PLL Player's Top 50, Blaze sent out social media posts expressing that the goalie position has the biggest impact on the game but players may only see the impact in the goals being scored. Jules and Blaze take a deep dive into why the goalie position has the biggest impact on the game, why it's often not respected as much as an offensive position, and the untold story of Blaze's face-to-face confrontation with Matt Gaudet after he had trash talked him on live television.

Blaze Riorden: Putting respect on the goalie position

Scott Ratliff

Archers LSM, Scott Ratliff, joins Jules on this episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap. One of the fiercest competitors in the PLL, Ratliff explains his thoughts around the best trash talkers in the game, playing with a cut-down stick, growing the game on a global scale, and more... Ratliff is the Co-Found of the Give &amp; Go Fund, which was created with the mission to empower underserved lacrosse programs worldwide. In the last few years he has run clinics in Costa Rica, Denmark, and the Netherlands and 20 countries overall. 

Archers LSM, Scott Ratliff, joins Jules on this episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap. One of the fiercest competitors in the PLL, Ratliff explains his thoughts around the best trash talkers in the game, playing with a cut-down stick, growing the game on a global scale, and more... Ratliff is the Co-Found of the Give &amp; Go Fund, which was created with the mission to empower underserved lacrosse programs worldwide. In the last few years he has run clinics in Costa Rica, Denmark, and the Netherlands and 20 countries overall.

Scott Ratliff: Growing the Game Globally

Joe Nardella

On this episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap, Whipsnakes star faceoff specialist, Joe Nardella, joins the podcast. Joe tells about hosting Jules as a recruit at Rutgers, his toughest opponents to game plan for, how growing up in a wrestling household molded his scrappy game, and more...

On this episode of Unbuckled Chinstrap, Whipsnakes star faceoff specialist, Joe Nardella, joins the podcast. Joe tells about hosting Jules as a recruit at Rutgers, his toughest opponents to game plan for, how growing up in a wrestling household molded his scrappy game, and more...

Joe Nardella on what molded his scrappy game

On this episode of Unbuckled, Chaos midfielder, Deemer Class joins the podcast. Deemer comes on to discuss the injury that caused him to be out in 2020, lessons that he learned at Duke lacrosse, coaching the women's game at the collegiate level, and more...

On this episode of Unbuckled, Chaos midfielder, Deemer Class joins the podcast. Deemer comes on to discuss the injury that caused him to be out in 2020, lessons that he learned at Duke lacrosse, coaching the women's game at the collegiate level, and more...

Deemer Class: Fear of Failure

PLL Star, Jules Heningburg, takes over the reigns of Unbuckled Chinstrap to sit down with the best lacrosse players in the world to unbuckle the unique lives and un-told stories of their careers. Season 2 coming in November.

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Interesting to hear about the league from a player and a boss.

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Unbuckled Chinstrap with Jules Heningburg

Paul Rabil sits down with lacrosse legend Kyle Harrison in Philadelphia for the first-ever Live Edition of Unbuckled Chinstrap. The wide-ranging conversation includes Kyle's historic professional career (26:10-34:32), the time he had a Jeep wrapped with his face on it (21:30-23:30), and how his training regiment has changed throughout the years (05:55-08:05).Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Kyle on Instagram and Twitter @kyleharrison18. Enjoy the show!

Paul Rabil sits down with lacrosse legend Kyle Harrison in Philadelphia for the first-ever Live Edition of Unbuckled Chinstrap. The wide-ranging conversation includes Kyle's historic professional career (26:10-34:32), the time he had a Jeep wrapped with his face on it (21:30-23:30), and how his training regiment has changed throughout the years (05:55-08:05). Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Kyle on Instagram and Twitter @kyleharrison18. Enjoy the show!

Kyle Harrison on Training, Marketing, and Playing in the PLL

Kyle Hartzell

Kyle Hartzell has pioneered a new generation of longstick midfielders who are equally adept at scoring the two-bomb and throwing a takeaway check. As one of Paul's best friends in the league, the two intimately discuss his rise as one of the best players in the world (17:50-20:28), how he first started playing lacrosse as an attackman (16:38-17:49) and his intense workout regimen (05:16-14:01). Kyle also explains the origin of the American Psycho Instagram posts (31:53-33:37) and his pregame routine with Paul (33:38-35:00)Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod, and you can follow Kyle on Instagram and Twitter @khartzell81. Enjoy the show!

Kyle Hartzell has pioneered a new generation of longstick midfielders who are equally adept at scoring the two-bomb and throwing a takeaway check. As one of Paul's best friends in the league, the two intimately discuss his rise as one of the best players in the world (17:50-20:28), how he first started playing lacrosse as an attackman (16:38-17:49) and his intense workout regimen (05:16-14:01). Kyle also explains the origin of the American Psycho Instagram posts (31:53-33:37) and his pregame routine with Paul (33:38-35:00) Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod, and you can follow Kyle on Instagram and Twitter @khartzell81. Enjoy the show!

Kyle Hartzell: The Fittest Player in the League?

Rob Pannell

While the inaugural PLL season was in full swing, Rob Pannell was watching from afar. Considered one of the best players on the planet, Pannell was locked into a multi-year contract with the MLL (02:35-10:16). Over a glass of 1942 tequila, Rob talks about how he wanted to join the PLL (11:51-19:54), why he only considers a few players “great” in the league (32:31-35:05) and his mindset heading into the 2020 season (20:31-25:12).Rob also makes it clear - he’s now the fittest in the league (38:50-42:09).Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Rob on Instagram and Twitter @robpannell3. Enjoy the show!

While the inaugural PLL season was in full swing, Rob Pannell was watching from afar. Considered one of the best players on the planet, Pannell was locked into a multi-year contract with the MLL (02:35-10:16). Over a glass of 1942 tequila, Rob talks about how he wanted to join the PLL (11:51-19:54), why he only considers a few players “great” in the league (32:31-35:05) and his mindset heading into the 2020 season (20:31-25:12). Rob also makes it clear - he’s now the fittest in the league (38:50-42:09). Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Rob on Instagram and Twitter @robpannell3. Enjoy the show!

Finally. Rob Pannell Joins the PLL

Drew Snider

Seattle’s own Drew Snider ventured down to LA to talk lacrosse, modeling, funky pregame rituals, and his relationship with...Kevin Durant. Snider discusses starting his pro career as a defensive midfielder (02:55-07:06), overcoming an illness the morning of the World Championships with Team USA (11:57-14:45), and how he drew up the play that won the Whipsnakes the inaugural PLL championship (20:43-23:05).Let us know your favorite bites from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Drew on Instagram and Twitter @dsnides23.

Seattle’s own Drew Snider ventured down to LA to talk lacrosse, modeling, funky pregame rituals, and his relationship with...Kevin Durant. Snider discusses starting his pro career as a defensive midfielder (02:55-07:06), overcoming an illness the morning of the World Championships with Team USA (11:57-14:45), and how he drew up the play that won the Whipsnakes the inaugural PLL championship (20:43-23:05). Let us know your favorite bites from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Drew on Instagram and Twitter @dsnides23.

Drew Snider on His Modeling Career, Driving with Kevin Durant, and Being Unprotected by the Whipsnakes

Trevor Baptiste

This week’s episode features Paul’s Atlas teammate and faceoff icon Trevor Baptiste. Baptiste reflects on his early playing days when he started facing off (13:12-19:59), his time at Denver with legendary Coach Bill Tierney (08:01-13:11), and what the future holds for the faceoff in lacrosse (20:34-30:18). Trevor brings an endless amount of energy to the show, so get ready.Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Trevor on Instagram and Twitter @trevorbaptiste9. Enjoy the show!

This week’s episode features Paul’s Atlas teammate and faceoff icon Trevor Baptiste. Baptiste reflects on his early playing days when he started facing off (13:12-19:59), his time at Denver with legendary Coach Bill Tierney (08:01-13:11), and what the future holds for the faceoff in lacrosse (20:34-30:18). Trevor brings an endless amount of energy to the show, so get ready. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Trevor on Instagram and Twitter @trevorbaptiste9. Enjoy the show!

Trevor Baptiste on His Rise to Dominance and the Future of Faceoffs

Joe Walters

Redwoods midfielder Joe Walters holds nothing back in a raw and candid conversation about his lacrosse career. Joe discusses growing up in Upstate New York (05:31-07:26), how we went to every Syracuse game at the Carrier Dome as a kid  (02:54-05:30) and  almost failing out of Maryland his first semester (30:48-35:20). Paul and Joe dive deep into his competitive nature  (51:29-53:35) and the future of the Redwoods heading into the 2020 season (39:39-43:37). Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Joe on Instagram and Twitter @jwalters1. Enjoy the show!

Redwoods midfielder Joe Walters holds nothing back in a raw and candid conversation about his lacrosse career. Joe discusses growing up in Upstate New York (05:31-07:26), how we went to every Syracuse game at the Carrier Dome as a kid (02:54-05:30) and almost failing out of Maryland his first semester (30:48-35:20). Paul and Joe dive deep into his competitive nature (51:29-53:35) and the future of the Redwoods heading into the 2020 season (39:39-43:37).  Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Joe on Instagram and Twitter @jwalters1. Enjoy the show!

Joe Walters: From Nearly Failing Out Of College to Becoming An All-Time Great

Romar Dennis

Romar Dennis is armed with the speed, strength and height to make him a scoring threat anywhere on the field. Yet despite dominating in college and early in his pro career, he struggled in his inaugural PLL season, averaging only 2 shots per game and scoring only 6 points. During this deep conversation, Paul and Romar discuss the challenges of his 2019 season, how his dad played in the Yankees farm system and the questions he gets asked as a minority in the sport.**Five days after the podcast was recorded, Romar was traded to Atlas and will share a midfield line with Paul in 2020.Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Romar on Instagram @romardennis. Enjoy the show!

Romar Dennis is armed with the speed, strength and height to make him a scoring threat anywhere on the field. Yet despite dominating in college and early in his pro career, he struggled in his inaugural PLL season, averaging only 2 shots per game and scoring only 6 points. During this deep conversation, Paul and Romar discuss the challenges of his 2019 season, how his dad played in the Yankees farm system and the questions he gets asked as a minority in the sport. **Five days after the podcast was recorded, Romar was traded to Atlas and will share a midfield line with Paul in 2020. Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Romar on Instagram @romardennis. Enjoy the show!

Exclusive Interview with Romar Dennis...Right before he was traded

Alex Aust

Alex Aust is an Attacker for the WPLL Pride and Team USA. Since winning a National Championship at Maryland, Aust has transformed herself into a health and fitness influencer and one of the most dominant players in women’s lacrosse. In this intimate conversation, Paul and Alex discuss their shared first-love for basketball (09:03-11:13), winning and losing National Championships (17:46-20:56), the challenges and pressures of being a female athlete (26:19-32:15), and the future of women’s lacrosse (41:17-50:43).Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Alex on Instagram @alexaust_. Enjoy the show!

Alex Aust is an Attacker for the WPLL Pride and Team USA. Since winning a National Championship at Maryland, Aust has transformed herself into a health and fitness influencer and one of the most dominant players in women’s lacrosse. In this intimate conversation, Paul and Alex discuss their shared first-love for basketball (09:03-11:13), winning and losing National Championships (17:46-20:56), the challenges and pressures of being a female athlete (26:19-32:15), and the future of women’s lacrosse (41:17-50:43). Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Alex on Instagram @alexaust_. Enjoy the show!

Winning Championships Is F***king Hard | Alex Aust

Tim Troutner

Moments before the start of their first game, Tim Troutner found out that he was going to start for the Redwoods. As a 4th round draft pick, Troutner didn’t expect to get the nod, but with the trust of his coach and teammates, he was determined to make the most of the opportunity. Over the next 3 months, Troutner did just that - leading the Redwoods to the inaugural Championship with a dominant 57.1% save percentage. In this fast paced interview at Ticketmaster Studios, Paul and Tim talk about what makes the Rookie of the Year tick, Troutner’s infamous trash-talking and what he defines as a good teammate. He also reveals which player’s shot is the hardest to save, how he learned to use the shot clock to his favor as the season went on, and what went through his mind in the final moments of the Championship.Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Tim on Instagram @timothytroutner. Enjoy the show!

Moments before the start of their first game, Tim Troutner found out that he was going to start for the Redwoods. As a 4th round draft pick, Troutner didn’t expect to get the nod, but with the trust of his coach and teammates, he was determined to make the most of the opportunity. Over the next 3 months, Troutner did just that - leading the Redwoods to the inaugural Championship with a dominant 57.1% save percentage. In this fast paced interview at Ticketmaster Studios, Paul and Tim talk about what makes the Rookie of the Year tick, Troutner’s infamous trash-talking and what he defines as a good teammate. He also reveals which player’s shot is the hardest to save, how he learned to use the shot clock to his favor as the season went on, and what went through his mind in the final moments of the Championship. Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Tim on Instagram @timothytroutner. Enjoy the show!

Tim Troutner: From 4th Round Draft Pick to Rookie of the Year   

Will Manny

Eleven. That’s the number of points that Will Manny scored against Atlas in Philadelphia, setting the record for most points in a PLL game. The Long Island native talks about being underrecruited in high school, getting cut from Team USA and why he started to play loose at the end of the season. Manny, who is now an Assistant Coach for Utah, was interviewed shortly after the Utes had their season cut short by coronavirus. He talks about dealing with the new reality, how he’s using his time heading into the summer and his longterm lacrosse career goals.Fun fact? Manny reveals that Paul assisted his first career professional goal.Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Will on Instagram @willmanny1. Enjoy the show!

Eleven. That’s the number of points that Will Manny scored against Atlas in Philadelphia, setting the record for most points in a PLL game. The Long Island native talks about being underrecruited in high school, getting cut from Team USA and why he started to play loose at the end of the season. Manny, who is now an Assistant Coach for Utah, was interviewed shortly after the Utes had their season cut short by coronavirus. He talks about dealing with the new reality, how he’s using his time heading into the summer and his longterm lacrosse career goals.Fun fact? Manny reveals that Paul assisted his first career professional goal.Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Will on Instagram @willmanny1. Enjoy the show!

Will Manny on Playing Loose, Team USA and Long Island Lacrosse

Connor Farrell

Connor Farrell did not have a typical journey to professional lacrosse. In fact, he only played lacrosse in college because he lost a bet to his roommate. A 4th round draft pick and a full PLL season later, Connor has become one of the biggest stars in the league. Paul and Connor hop on into the Ticketmaster Podcast Studio to talk about his rise to professional lacrosse, what makes a great faceoff athlete, how he plans to improve for the 2020 season, and of course, his love for milk - a gallon a day type of love.Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Connor on Instagram @connorfarrell25. Enjoy the show!

Connor Farrell did not have a typical journey to professional lacrosse. In fact, he only played lacrosse in college because he lost a bet to his roommate. A 4th round draft pick and a full PLL season later, Connor has become one of the biggest stars in the league. Paul and Connor hop on into the Ticketmaster Podcast Studio to talk about his rise to professional lacrosse, what makes a great faceoff athlete, how he plans to improve for the 2020 season, and of course, his love for milk - a gallon a day type of love. Please rate and review and leave a question you’d like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Connor on Instagram @connorfarrell25. Enjoy the show!

The Milkman: How Connor Farrell Went from a College Linebacker to PLL Star

Jarrod Neumann

Jarrod Neumann picked up a lacrosse stick for the first time during his senior year of high school. Fast forward eight years, and he’s coming off a highly decorated PLL season where he was the Defensive Player of the Year and All-Pro. The founding member of the “Bomb Squad” a crew of Chaos teammates known for scoring two-point goals (aka “bombs”), Neumann won the Fastest Shot competition at All-Star weekend with a 115mph rocket. In this episode, Neumann tells his unlikely story, talks about his competitive drive and his unique approach to practice.  Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Jarrod on Instagram @jneu_88. Enjoy the show!

Jarrod Neumann picked up a lacrosse stick for the first time during his senior year of high school. Fast forward eight years, and he’s coming off a highly decorated PLL season where he was the Defensive Player of the Year and All-Pro. The founding member of the “Bomb Squad” a crew of Chaos teammates known for scoring two-point goals (aka “bombs”), Neumann won the Fastest Shot competition at All-Star weekend with a 115mph rocket.  In this episode, Neumann tells his unlikely story, talks about his competitive drive and his unique approach to practice.  Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Jarrod on Instagram @jneu_88. Enjoy the show!

Jarrod Neumann: The Fastest Shot in the PLL

Scott Rodgers

Scott Rodgers used to drink protein shakes every morning and night as a young kid to bulk up. A football player from Long Island and the son of a Marine, Rodgers’ blue collar work ethic has driven his successful career. After a record breaking career at Notre Dame, Scott became a dominant force and face in pro lacrosse. Heading into the inaugural PLL season he was expected to start in the net for Atlas, yet a freak combination of illnesses during Training Camp sidelined him for Week 1. In this interview, Scott discusses his disciplined upbringing, how he started playing goalie and what he defines as a great teammate and leader. He also explains why he doesn’t consider himself a “Notre Dame guy” and how he views coaching Gen Z. Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Scott on Instagram @scottyrodg42. Enjoy the show!

Scott Rodgers used to drink protein shakes every morning and night as a young kid to bulk up. A football player from Long Island and the son of a Marine, Rodgers’ blue collar work ethic has driven his successful career. After a record breaking career at Notre Dame, Scott became a dominant force and face in pro lacrosse. Heading into the inaugural PLL season he was expected to start in the net for Atlas, yet a freak combination of illnesses during Training Camp sidelined him for Week 1.  In this interview, Scott discusses his disciplined upbringing, how he started playing goalie and what he defines as a great teammate and leader. He also explains why he doesn’t consider himself a “Notre Dame guy” and how he views coaching Gen Z. Please rate, review and leave a question that you would like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Scott on Instagram @scottyrodg42. Enjoy the show!

Scott Rodgers Unfiltered: Trolls, Protein Shakes and Gen Z

Myles Jones

From 3 different drafts, multiple retirements, and trades, the PLL offseason has been filled with a lot of roster changes. One of the biggest shakeups happened back in February when the Redwoods traded Sergio Salcido for a 6'5'' 250lbs Chaos midfielder, Myles Jones. A proven and dominate player at all levels of the game, Myles is primed and is ready to have a big season. He and Paul talk about his 2019 season, star career at Duke, the responsibility and privilege of being a role model for young lacrosse players, and more. Please rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Myles on Instagram @mylesjones15. Enjoy the show!

From 3 different drafts, multiple retirements, and trades, the PLL offseason has been filled with a lot of roster changes. One of the biggest shakeups happened back in February when the Redwoods traded Sergio Salcido for a 6'5'' 250lbs Chaos midfielder, Myles Jones. A proven and dominate player at all levels of the game, Myles is primed and is ready to have a big season. He and Paul talk about his 2019 season, star career at Duke, the responsibility and privilege of being a role model for young lacrosse players, and more. Please rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Myles on Instagram @mylesjones15. Enjoy the show!

Myles Jones and the Truth Behind the Trade

Tom Schreiber

Tom Schreiber, the man whom most call the best lacrosse player in the world, joins Paul and the podcast on this latest episode of the show. They talk for over an hour and half, discussing a wide range of topics including how Jason Williams and Magic Johnson influence his passing style, why he chose Princeton, and scoring the game-winning goal for Team USA. He also has some bulletin board material for Whipsnakes LC. And to top it all off, Paul and Tom trade stories from the early days of PLL - before the league was officially launched and they were working out of a small, bummed office in New York City. Please rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Tom on Instagram @tom_schreiber26. Enjoy the show!

Tom Schreiber, the man whom most call the best lacrosse player in the world, joins Paul and the podcast on this latest episode of the show. They talk for over an hour and half, discussing a wide range of topics including how Jason Williams and Magic Johnson influence his passing style, why he chose Princeton, and scoring the game-winning goal for Team USA. He also has some bulletin board material for Whipsnakes LC. And to top it all off, Paul and Tom trade stories from the early days of PLL - before the league was officially launched and they were working out of a small, bummed office in New York City.  Please rate and review and leave a question you'd like us to ask an athlete on future shows. Let us know your favorite bits from the episode by tagging us at @UnbuckledPod and you can follow Tom on Instagram @tom_schreiber26. Enjoy the show!

Tom Schreiber on Winning Gold, Building the PLL, and His Early Lacrosse Development 

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