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Coaches Calls

Brad Challoner
Lacrosse
National Lacrosse League
Mann Cup
Buffalo Bandits
Sixes Lacrosse
Coaching
Tyrell Hamer-Jackson
Six Nations
John Tavares
Dane Dobbie
Calgary Roughnecks
John Gurtler
San Diego Seals
Broadcasting
New York Titans
Randy Mearns
Olympics 2028 Los Angeles
Las Vegas Desert Dogs
Georgia Swarm
Victoria Shamrocks

Learn how the leaders of lacrosse motivate and build winning teams. Join lacrosse commentator Brad Challoner as he asks the sport’s top coaches about the insights and philosophies that have helped raise their game to the next level.

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Latest Episodes

The three time Mann Cup champ is the new head coach of the Victoria Shamrocks of the Western Lacrosse Association.

This one’s for the defensive minds.

Former National Lacrosse League champion defender and current Georgia Swarm assistant coach Alex Crepinsek joins the podcast for a conversation about the modern box game — how it’s played, how it’s coached, and ho... more

Maybe the youngest coach in the National Lacrosse League, Brett Hickey is the offensive coordinator for the Las Vegas Desert Dog and Raiders LC of the Rocky Mountain Junior League, bringing his own system-driven style and a fresh perspective to both ... more

Randy Mearns wiped his Instagram clean recently — a sure sign of rebirth.

Last summer, Mearns was let go as head coach of St. Bonaventure’s men’s lacrosse program — a team he helped build from scratch over nine years, just as it was gaining momentum... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce Alexander
Head Coach, Victoria Shamrocks
Victoria Shamrocks
Episode: Everybody wants to beat the Shamrocks: Bruce Alexander
Alex Crepinsek
Head coach, Georgia Swarm
Georgia Swarm
Episode: From the Back End to the Bench: Alex Crepinsek
Brett Hickey
Las Vegas Desert Dogs offensive coordinator and head coach for Raiders LC
Las Vegas Desert Dogs; Raiders LC
Episode: Stop Memorizing, Start Solving: Brett Hickey
Randy Mearns
Renowned lacrosse coach and developer of multiple programs
Mearnsi Lacrosse Consulting; Greek National Team; former head coach (NCAA)
Episode: Rebirth, Recruiting, and the Olympic Dream: Randy Mearns Pt. 1
Marty Dinsdale
NLL champion, Minto Cup champion, author of The ZZ Mentality blog
Former NLL player, ZZ Mentality author
Episode: The Score is Always Zero Zero: Marty Dinsdale
Matt Beers
Captain, Vancouver Warriors; Langley Junior Thunder head coach
Vancouver Warriors, Langley Thunder
Episode: Sliding for Body: Matt Beers
Adam Mueller
Co-coach with Penn Lax Platinum high school box lacrosse
Penn Lax Platinum
Episode: The American Vision: Adam Mueller
Jake Elliott
Broadcaster known for calling Vancouver Warriors, Las Vegas Desert Dogs, and summer lacrosse, host of Lacrosse Classified
Lacrosse media/broadcasting
Episode: Jumbo
Jordan Hall
Offensive coordinator and director of player personnel for the San Diego Seals
San Diego Seals
Episode: Finding your Superpower: Jordan Hall

Host

Brad Challoner
Host of the Coaches Calls show (hosts the interview)

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Coaching Wisdom You Can Actually Use

    Brad Challoner brings the best coaches from the lacrosse world together for real, insightful conversations. Every episode has something to take away, whether you’re on the bench, on the floor, or just love the game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dawson J Nielsen
    Canada9 months ago
  • Awesome

    Awesome format great questions keep it up

    Question are relevant and engaging. as a coach of lacrosse what an opportunity to learn from the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diggerz1973
    Canada3 years ago
  • Best Podcast for Lacrosse Talk

    Love learning about the coaches side of the game. Thanks Brad!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabbie_88
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clarity and depth in coaching insights that translate to real-world practice.
Strong questions drive valuable conversations with top lacrosse minds.
Listeners appreciate the practical leadership takeaways and roster-building perspectives.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jason Bishop: Mann Cup 2025
Q: What was your experience like coaching Mitch Jones this summer and how has that influenced your approach?
Jones has been open-minded and supportive, contributing to a team-first culture. The challenge has been balancing a high-IQ offense with player input while letting the coaches guide the team toward cohesion.
Jason Bishop: Mann Cup 2025
Q: What are you thinking about this week?
We're focused on finalizing our preparation, keeping depth in mind, and getting the lineup aligned as we approach the Mann Cup, with potential roster upgrades if it strengthens the team without sacrificing balance.
John Tavares: Mann Cup 2025
Q: What are your thoughts on the roster rule changes that allow cross-league acquisitions for the Man Cup?
I'm not a fan of players joining rosters mid-season from other teams; the best teams should be represented by players who have played with them all year, ensuring fairer competition.
John Tavares: Mann Cup 2025
Q: What separates a great player like Dane Smith from others?
Dane's drive to learn, his willingness to be coached, and his ability to impact the game in multiple ways—scoring, passing, defense, and transition—make him exceptional and difficult to game plan against.
John Tavares: Mann Cup 2025
Q: How do you balance building a team with the depth needed to win a seven-game Man Cup series?
You rely on a mix of role players and top talents, ensure every player buys in, and constantly adapt the game plan to exploit matchups and depth over the course of nine days, not just a single game.

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What is Coaches Calls about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on coaching leadership, team culture, and strategic decision-making in lacrosse, with guests who are head coaches, legendary players turned coaches, and prominent broadcasters. Episodes commonly explore coaching philosophy, roster construction, development pathways from junior to pro, and the evolving tactical and technological tools shaping the sport. A standout trait is the focus on authentic leadership, mentorship, and building durable cultures that translate on the field, which makes the series especially valuable for coaches, executives, and media professionals looking for actionable insights and real-world parallels across lacrosse organizations. Potential listeners should expect thoughtful questions, practical takeaw... more

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1. Bruce Alexander
2. Alex Crepinsek
3. Brett Hickey
4. Randy Mearns
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7. Adam Mueller
8. Jake Elliott

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