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How to Standout as a Defender (Vol. 2)

In 2021, I wrote a blog called “How to Stand Out as a High School Defender at a Showcase.” Every year since, I’ve sent it to the defenders I work with as they enter their recruiting season.

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2025 Atlas Cup Takeaways and Standouts

Introduction This past weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the inaugural Atlas Cup. I had multiple questions on what I would see in the Sixes...

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Best In Class Standouts: Men's 2029

The Best In Class 2029s competed in what was likely their first "showcase" event. As they begin the fall in preparation for their first spring...

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Kyle Hayes LIU Lacrosse Coach presented for First Class Lacrosse Coach Community.

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Building Your Offensive System Around Core Principles with Coach Kyle Hayes

When we started the FCL Coaches Community, our goal was to create the kind of coaching content we wished existed when we were starting out. This...

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🏀 10 Reasons Basketball Is the Best Sport for Defenders in Lacrosse

If you’re a parent or coach trying to develop a better lacrosse player, I want to make something clear: playing basketball is not a step back. It’s...

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Best In Class Standouts: Men's 2028

The Best In Class 2028s brought edge, energy, and a noticeable step forward in execution. With a year of high school experience under their belts,...

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BIC Women's 2027 Lacrosse

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Best In Class Standouts: Women's 2027

The 4th Year of our Rising Junior Best In Class event for the women's group was the best yet. 105 coaches came to recruit across 2 days, representing...

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