Longtime educators and lacrosse fanatics Marty Kupprion and Bill Leahy focus on engaging different perspectives from the world of youth sports. Coach Kupp (Former Delaware Blue Hen, Current Coach at Haverford School) and Coach Leahy (Pennsylvania‘s Winningest High School Coach at La Salle College High School) talk lacrosse, culture building and other topics related to coaching and parenting today‘s athletes. Learn more about NXT at NXTsports.com.
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Friday Nov 18, 2022
Friday Nov 18, 2022
This episode features Mike Corrado, longtime Head Coach of Villanova Men’s Lacrosse. While the guys definitely talk a lot about the Wildcats, we learn about Mike as a teacher, a Twenty-Two year Naval Officer, and how he sees things as a parent of a young athlete who loves multiple sports.
Here are some notes to help you enjoy this episode!
Youth Sports Hot Topics
For Parents, 3:00
We need more guidance - there’s a lot out there to navigate, it can be overwhelming
For Players, 7:10
Focus on the fundamentals of lacrosse. Even at the college level, the focus is on passing and catching
For Coaches, 12:30
Have 3-4 goals for your practice, with a plan that helps your team get there. Sample practice plan to maximize time
Getting to Know You
-From Baseball to Lacrosse at Islip High School
-Playing for Randy Marks at Villanova, going on to coach with him
-22 years of service in the Navy and Reserves
-Juggling a teaching career while being a part-time coach at ‘Nova
-Working with Jay Wright around campus
-The 2009 Wildcats were the first to make the NCAA tournament, the 2011 team also stands out with some remarkable players
-Some love for Cleveland State Head Coach Andy German, and current VU coaches Chris Miller, Simon O’Connor
-Playing in the CAA, and now the Big East Conference amongst Denver, Georgetown
-The level of play in the Philly area is among the best in the country
-More on Mike’s Masters Degree and career as an educator
Rapid Fire Homework, 35:05
For Coaches:
Get to know your players off the field, even at the youth level
For Parents:
Let your child own their athletic experience
For Players:
Fundamentals!
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