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This week on the OTCB Podcast, Paul Dawson of the Back-to-Back Champion Buffalo Bandits stops by after winning his 3rd NLL title in his illustrious 17 year career. After not being re-signed by the Knigthawks, Dawson began the season with the Mammoth but once their season was lost, a last minute deal to the Bandits turned his and their seasons around.Can Buffalo 3-peat? That probably depends on if Matt Vinc returns. We keep the Vibes Positive, give you an NCAA/WLA parlay thanks to CoolBet and a whole lot more. All this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we break down the NLL Finals as Buffalo looks defend their title against their instate rivals from Albany.With Pat on the road to cover the games this weekend on TSN, Mr Luxurious Mitch Belisle slides in to give some more in-depth analysis of what should be an incredible series. Will experience prevail or will the upstart FireWolves finish off this insane comeback story. We keep things positive as lacrosse and football cross-over, we hit your two parlay on BoxBets and a whole lot more this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back both Jake Elliott and Colton Watkinson to the program. Elliott's up first as he'll help us try and figure out what happened to the Toronto Rock and San Diego Seals- the #1 and #2 seeded teams were both swept in the NLL Semi-Finals. Then it's the Captain of the FireWolves Colton Watkinson joining us as the organization makes their first ever trip to the NLL Finals. We'll keep the vibes positive, give you another round of BoxBets and a whole lot more, this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we vault into the heat of the NLL SemiFinals with four of them who will be on the broadcasts this weekend.Jon Abbott and Steve Bermel will be calling games during the Toronto-Buffalo series, while Cooper Perkins and Brendan Glasheen will have the action between San Diego and Albany. All four have been around these teams all season long so who better to ask?On Monday the NLL unveiled the new NLL Cup trophy and it's gorgeous. We'll keep the vibes positive, give you another round of BoxBets and get you set up for the Final Four. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast Mitch Belisle subs in for Pat as the fellas talk about the playoffs!After 21 weeks on intense NLL action, we have out final 8 teams on the March to May. The Rock were the best team all year and hold the #1 seed- is this the year they finally get past the semi-finals?Four great match-ups gives us a triple-header on Saturday and a Sunday game from Albany. Make sure you're ready for the best lacrosse of the season. Mitch and Teddy will break down week 21, set up the first round, keep the vibes positive and give you another chance to win thanks to our friends over at CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back Cam Holding of the San Diego Seals. Quietly going about their business down in SoCal, the Seals have locked up the #2 seed in the NLL Playoffs and will have home floor for the first two rounds. This is a group with a ton of savvy veterans and Holding is one of those leading the young corp by example. He's also extremely instrumental in the growth of the game down in San Diego, working with the JR Seals and Royals. With the addition of the new outdoor box, it's safe to say we're gonna see an invasion of Southern California players in the near future. We've got one weekend left in the regular season and there's still so much to be decided. 5 teams battling for 2 spots and there's still the #4 seed- the final home team in the first round - to be decide. We'll get you set for all the action, keep the vibes positive and help you win some weekend spending money thanks to CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back good friend, Rob Williams to talk about the hottest team in the NLL- the Vancouver Warriors. It's been a long time coming for the Vancouver franchise to be in play-off contention and after winning 5 of their last 6 games, the Warriors are making a real solid push. They can't afford anymore losses but with Williams running the backend, and their collection of veterans and youth- this team is still not out of it yet. Week 19 was wild one and we don't expect week 20 to be any different. Can the Rock lock up the #1 seed? Will Buffalo and or Halifax clinch a spot in the big dance. Who will be eliminated after this weekend? We'll break it all down for you plus keep the vibes positive, take yo on another jersey journey and give you a chance to win with out friends over at CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, while Teddy is away Pat welcomes Mitch Belisle to the show to ride shotgun.A wild week 17 saw a little bit of everything, including 4 OT games and the Warriors putting up 21 on the Wings. Week 18 is small but mighty as every game from here on out has major playoff implications on the March to May. We'll keep the vibes positive, give you another chance to win with Coolbet and a whole lot more. All this week on OTCB.
This week on the Off the Crosse Bar Podcast we welcome back to the show, and to the NLL, Marshal King. After taking some time off when his fiance Emily Cox passed away due to cancer, King made his return to the NLL this past weekend as the Desert Dogs rolled into Vancouver. To say it was an emotional night would be an understatement but with family, friends, and his NLL brothers by his side, he's right back where he should be getting the Medicine he needs.Week 16 was a wild one and it's only gonna get crazier in week 17 as we wind down the season on the March to May. We'll keep the Vibes Positive as two great fanbases showed up in droves and give you another round of BoxBets.All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we take look in to what was a sort of eventful NLL Trade Deadline.There were four trades as teams jockey for position in the standings hoping they can find the right chemistry for the stretch drive. One of our most positive vibes ever, another round of BoxBets and a whole lot more, this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back friend of the program, Ryan Smith of the Rochester Knighthawks.After dropping six straight games, Smith and the KHawks got a much needed win this past in Panther City. This week they've got the high-flying FireWolves coming to town in a must win game if they're going to have a shot of the post-season. Speaking of the post-season, we're just a few days away from the NLL Trade Deadline and could we actually see some player movement? We'll find out at the conclusion of week 15. We'll review week 14, get you set up for the weekend ahead as we once again have three days of NLL action. The Vibes are always positive, another round of BoxBets and a whole lot more, this week on OTCB.
This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back the President of the NLLPA, and reigning NLL TPOY Zach Currier. Currier, like the Roughnecks got off to a slow start this season under new Head Coach, Josh Sanderson. But now, on a three game winning-streak, Currier lets us know that the Roughnecks are indeed, "Back".We look back at a wild week 13 and set you up for a pivotal week 14 where we could see some teams enter brink of elimination. What will that mean leading into the March 12 trade deadline. We'll keep the Vibes Positive, give you another round of BoxBets and a whole lot more, this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we deep dive into the major news of the week with Rich Lisk from GF Sports and the New York RipRide. Starting next season, the RipTide will relocate and be known as the Ottawa Black Bears, signalling a return the Nation's Capital for the first time since 2003 when the Ottawa Rebel were in the NLL. Lisk talks about the timing of the decision, the reasoning behind and what the future looks like for a team that is playing it's best lacrosse in franchise history. Plus we look back at what was an unreal night in Montreal as the NLL Unboxed series kicked off in spectacular fashion; and what it might mean for the future of the NLL. Of course we'll keep the Vibes positive and give you another chance to win a parlay thanks to our friends over at CoolBet Canada. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, we welcome back friend of the show, Bruce Codd of the Toronto Rock. An original member of the Montreal Express, Codd will return along with the NLL to Montreal for the first UnBoxed Series game between the Rock and New York Riptide. Hear an unreal story about riding the train from Toronto to Montreal from the Express days. We break down a wild week 11 where only one game was decided by more than 2 goals. We are seeing parity thanks to the Unified Standings and it's only going to get wilder in the back half of the season. We'll keep it positive, set you up for week 12 and of course give you our BoxBet to help you end the weekend on a high-note. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome the brains behind LaxMetrics and the voice of the San Diego Seals- Cooper Perkins.Perkins puts in way too much work into the analytics of the NLL but we're all grateful for his efforts. He breaks down what's made this season different than others for the Seals and why their game versus New York this weekend is critical to their championship aspirations. Week 10 in the NLL saw dramatic OT finishes and three milestone by future hall of famers. Week 11 means the games are starting to get into "must-win" territory for some teams. We'll bring the positive vibes, give you another round of BoxBets and a whole lot more, this week on OTCB.
This week on the show we chat with Reilly O'Connor of the New York Riptide who are starting to prove to everyone they can be for real.After dropping their opening three games of the season, the RipTide have won three of their last four including wins over the Swarm and Bandits. The team has found their mojo and O'Connor goes into detail about what changed since the new year started. It was a busy week 9 and an even busier week 10 as the Roughnecks will play a rare double-home game vs New York and Calgary. We break down last week's action and get you ready for this week's games. The vibes are positive as Curt Malawsky drops some incredible soundbites. All that plus another round of BoxBets, this week on the OTCB Podcast.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome the Captain of the 6-0 FireWolves, Colton Watkinson.Watkinson scored his first two goals of the season this past weekend as Albany defeated Georgia to stay undefeated. As the new Captain of this young squad, Watkinson is continually impressed with the character, poise and leadership within this group. A huge test versus San Diego this week as they look to improve to 7-0. It was a busy week 7, so we'll break it down as well as getting you set for a very interesting week 8. We'll keep the Vibes positive as always and give you another chance to win with our friends over at CoolBet. Plus the Seals documentary is unbelievable, the Oilers defeat the Leafs and a whole lot more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back one of the league's brightest rising stars, Maki Jenner.Making her TV debut this weekend for the TSN Game of the Week, Maki Jenner has been dreaming of this moment since she was a kid watching her dad play in the NLL. Now, not only is she wearing multiple hats for the ThunderBirds organization, she can TV broadcaster to the list. Pat's back from his vacation and he's an engaged man! The boys breakdown week 6 as the Albany FireWolves remain undefeated and are the first team to reach 5 wins. Week 7 is full of games and the San Diego play two pivotal games back to back. We get the Tsai Bowl, the Pegula bowl and a massive clash deep in the heart of Georgia. Plus another round of Box Bets and of course, positive vibes. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, two long time friends of the program stop by with Mitch Belisle filling in for the vacationing Pat Gregoire, and Joe Resetarits who's not the most prolific American born player in NLL history. Buffalo Joe had 7 points as the Wings knocked off the ThunderBirds in dramatic over-time fashion, as Resetarits fed fellow American Jack Jasinki for the winner. In the process of his big night, Resetarits passed Casey Powell with the most points (676) by any American born player EVER!Mitch and Teddy will look back at what was a wild way to end 2023, and get you set for quite yet very important week 6 to kick off 2024. Plus the Vibes are always positive, we talk about the importance of the growth for the Sixes game and give you another chance with our friends over at CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome Good Victoria Boy, Zach Manns from the Rush. While the Rush may have gotten off to a slow start, winning just once in their first three game- Manns has been red-hot with 17 points and is on pace to shatter all his career numbers. Now one of the top options in Saskatchewan Manns is looking to make his mark in ToonTown. We'll look back at week 3 and ask if the Albany Firewolves can really keep things going. It's a quiet week 4 but that doesn't mean our BoxBets OTCB Parlay won't get you excited. Plus the West Coast continues to be the best and the world famous Santa Insider is getting ready for a busy weekend. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome one of the best young goalies in all of lacrosse, Brett Dobson to the show. Coming off a PLL Championship MVP performance, and finishing the 2023 NLL season winning 8 of his last 11 games- Dobson is playing some of his best lacrosse right now and it's showing. His confidence is at an all-time high and he hopes it leads to more success with the Swarm. Two weeks in to the 2024 season and we've already got a lot to talk about as both Rochester and Albany are 2-0 while the Rush and Roughnecks are 0-2. We'll set you up for a 5 game week 3, keep the vibes positive and give you another chance to win with our friends over at CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back friend of the program, Brandon Robinson who's teamed up with Morgan's Message to help promote Mental Health Awareness.Robinson had a knee injury that resulted in blood-clots in his lungs. It was a very dark time; he doesn't want to see anyone have to go through that struggle alone. So along with Morgan's Message, Robinson is doin his part to help end the stigma.The Haudenosaunee Nation and it's people got a huge endorsement from US President Joe Biden this week, who officially gave his backing for the Haudenosaunee's to be in the LA28 Olympic games. We keep things positive, break down week 1, get you set for week 2 and help you try to win some money in Box Bets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, it's officially game week as the 2023-2024 NLL season gets underway with five games this weekend. Adam Charalambides and the Vancouver Warriors have a new leader in Curt Malawsky which has brought in a brand new culture and look to this team. Bringing in guys like Beers, Lintz, Dilks and Crowley has started to turn the tide in Vancouver; can they make the play-offs for the first time since 2017?With this being opening weekend, we decide to tell you why we think your favourite team will or won't make the play-offs, and give you our pre-season award predictions. Plus, Brandon Robinson of the Bandits is keeping things positive, we've got three games on linear TV and of course another round of BoxBets. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we've got a double dip of first overall picks. First up, Thomas McConvey of the Rochester Knighthawks will finally make his pro-debut after finishing his collegiate career with Virginia. How excited is he to play alongside Connor Fields and the rest of the KHawks O, and what the nerves might be like on opening night. Then we chat with the reigning ROTY, Producer Donny- Jonathan Donville. He's been where McConvey is now so what did he learn in the first year of pro ball. Can PCLC and Donville improve on their impressive 2023 season?Plus- Pops on the mic in San Antonio, Positive Vibes Only for Paul Day, War on the Floor and player props from CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the NLL is heading back to the province of Quebec for the first time since 2002 for a regular season game. A huge announcement that coincides with the NLL UnBoxed program as the Toronto Rock and New York Riptide will play a game in Laval, Quebec in 2024. Adam Levi, from NLL.com joins us this week to dive into some of the teams on the East Coast who've been busy with training camps getting ready for opening weekend. He also talks Preston's Picks and his goal to see almost every barn and every team this year. Plus, we keep things positive as best we can, break down another player's jersey journey and CoolBet has win total odds out. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBP Podcast, we are back! After taking a few weeks off to rest, relax and work on our golf games', it's time to get back into the swing of things as we are just three weeks away from opening weekend. We've got a lot to catch-up on and what better way to get things started, than with the man in charge, NLL Commissioner Brett Frood. Now in year two of his tenure, it's truly time to get to work. Realizing that with all the positive momentum, the league still does have its challenge areas. One big area in technology and creating a better touch-point relationship with the fans. We talk about the future growth of the game when it comes to The Olympics and the newly announced NLL Unboxed program that has already knocked it out of the park. Two new segments this year with "Positive Vibes Only" and the "Jersey Journey" where we try and guess a random players name based solely on the teams that he's played for. All that and more including a look at the pre-season odds thanks to our friends over at CoolBet Canada, this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, Rush GM Derek Keenan brought us back from our summer hiatus with two major trades; so we got the voice of the Rush, Cody Janzen to hop on the show and break it all down.
Mark Matthews will forever be a Rush, but after this week's trade, he's now a member of the Toronto Rock. Saskatchewan got younger, bigger and faster thanks to two deals and they also have themselves 5 picks in the first 24 selections in this year's draft.
Keenan is up to his old tricks- no rebuilding but retooling!
We also talk to Cody about the RMLL who will host this year's Minto Cup and have two teams vying for the National Jr A Championships. But what will they do after that? Because a 4-team Jr A league isn't all that competitive.
We look back to San Diego, talk about all things summer lacrosse and give you another round of Boxbets- all that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, for the first time in 15 years, the Buffalo Bandits are Champions of the NLL.
After so much heartbreak and pain from losing in the last two NLL Finals, the Bandits finally got to the top of the mountain, defeating Colorado 13-4 in game 3. It was pure domination from the opening whistle and it was obvious, Buffalo wasn't going to let this opportunity slip away again.
Captain Steve Priolo joins us this week to talk about the emotions from last Saturday night, what it means to him, the city of Buffalo and to a guy like Matt Vinc who just won his 4th NLL title.
Dhane Smith was named MVP after setting a new single post-season record for points as he and Vinc carried the team up the mountain to slay the dragon.
Plus, we talk about the future of Vinc, will we see a trilogy rematch, and of course another round of BoxBets. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- it's a case of deja-vu as the Bandits and Mammoth go the distance in the NLL Finals. After a narrow 1-goal win in game 1, the Bandits couldn't get to the top of the mountain quite yet, as the Mammoth cruised to a game 2 win.So we're right back where we were last year- two teams, 60 minutes, one champion. We'll break down game 2, set you up for game 3, hit you with out Thumbs up - Thumbs down, as well as three-league parlay in BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPocast we get your as prepared as possible for the NLL Finals. A rematch of the 2022 series that saw the Mammoth defy the odds and upset the Bandits in the best of three, with Dillon Ward stealing the show all while earning Playoff MVP honours. But this year's Buffalo team is playing at another level right now having only given up 21 goals in three playoff games and even more staggering, having given up just THREE 4th quarter goals. It should be another dynamite series. Plus we'll break down all the 2023 NLL Award winners, hit you with a juice BoxBets parlay and chat with Joel McCready from the Vancouver Warriors. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we all get treated to one of the best moments in sports- do or die Game 3!The Mammoth and Roughnecks have battler back and forth in the opening two match-ups; both one goal games. So what in the world can they do to top that? These two squads are so evenly matched, it could come down to the all the little details. Who hurt the Buffalo Bandits? The overall number 1 seed in the playoffs steamrolled Rochester in round one, and then went on to dismantle the Toronto Rock in the East Finals. Is there anyone that can stop this runaway train?The NLL announced it's end of the year award nominees and we break it all down, cause we have questions...Plus a look at how our Jr B's teams are faring in their Run for the Founders, wonder what LT4's plans may be this summer and give you a game3 edition of our BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, the marching to May is done as the spring to June begins this weekend. It's win or go home time as just 8 teams remain in the quest to dethrone Colorado as Champions of the NLL. Two great match-ups on both Friday and Saturday with four games on linear TV in both the US and Canada. We let you know who we think will be the biggest X-Factors in the first round and if there will be any upsets. We also discuss our top 5 stories from an incredible regular season and hit you with our thumbs-up and thumbs-down. Plus World Lacrosse is heading to Utica, NY, more Americans are heading to Canada and Project Next could see the PLL finding homes for their teams. Don't forget another round of Box Bets and more all this week on OTCB.
This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome Josh Medeiros to show after he scored the game winning goal to secure PCLC's first ever play-off berth. Medeiros notched his 20th goal of the season in dramatic fashion as the second year franchise, will make their post-season debut. Growing up in Brampton, Ontario, Medeiros was lucky enough to not only grow up watching some of the games greats, he also played with some of today's stars. The game of the year goes down Saturday night in BanditLand as the Rock and Bandits battle for first overall in the East. We give a thumbs up to the 100-100 club, send our best wishes to Brock Sorensen break down Team Canada's field roster for San Diego, and of course another round of BoxBets with CoolBet Canada. All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome the newest member of the 500 career goal club, Curtis Dickson. After spending his entire career with the Roughnecks, Dickson is now enjoying the sunshine of San Diego and this past weekend, notched his 500th goal. He joined teammate Dane Dobbie and Ryan Benesch in the elusive club and there's still more to come. A huge game versus the Mammoth this weekend and with a win, the Seals will have home-floor throughout the West play-offs. Three games on linear TV this week with a TSN GOTW double-header, we give you our thumbs-up and thumbs-down, we try to predict the future and another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCB Podcast we chat with arguable the best all-around player in the NLL, Challen Rogers.Rogers can literally do it all on the floor and he's a big reason the Rock are atop the NLL East. The latest in a long line of Legendary Captains, Rogers has high-hopes that his team can go all the way. We recap a wild week 18 that had many of us scratching our heads. The Swarm are buzzin, the Knighthawks are faltering, and PCLC and Calgary will play twice in three weeks to decide 2nd place in the West. Plus Goals4Avery gives strength to the Wende Family, we preview week 19 and give you the lacrosse-golf crossover Parlay you didn't know you needed. All that and more on this week's OTCB<
This week on the OTCB Podcast, Pat's on assignment so Mitch Belisle hops in the co-host seat as we welcome long time friend of the pod, Callum Crawford to the show. In his 17th season, Crawford is still looking for that elusive NLL title and now with The Club, they're trying to do something special. It's a been a full circle journey for one of the game's elite stars, as he's now being coached by two former teammates in Tracey Kelusky and Kyle Goundrey.Week 17 saw the Rock secure a play-off berth but that just means there's still six spots up for grabs so we use the NLLStats predictor module to see who will end up in the post-season. Plus thumbs up thumbs down, we set you up for week 18 and of course another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we chat with Good Victoria Boy, Jesse King of the Calgary Roughnecks.As the new captain, King is thriving in his new role but also understands that the team is more important than just him. The Roughnecks have a huge game against the Rush this weekend as they have their sights set on home-floor advantage in the Play-offs.We'll chat about the quiet Trade Deadline, recap week 16, get you set for week 17 and give some love to the Wende family with a young lacrosse player from Georgia who wants to Score For Avery. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome Cam Dunkerley of the New York Riptide to the show. Dunks is now a perfect two for two in NLL starts, as he got his first start as a member of the Riptide this weekend. A product of the mighty Orangeville Northmen goalie factory, Dunkerley is just another in a long line of outstanding goalies to make this way into the NLL. We'll recap a wild week 15 and get your set for week 16- Rivalry Week- with all 15 teams will taking to the turf as the race for the playoffs heats up. Plus thumbs up-thumbs down, some early Trade deadline deals and another round of box-bets. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome Blaze Riorden to the show after a huge two-win weekend for the Philadelphia Wings. Riorden may be most known for his goalie-goal with the University of Albany, or his hilarious double-persona commercial for Warrior- but now he'e really starting to get the recognition as an elite box player and helping push the Wings into a play-off spot.The Stadium Showdown was a complete success but what spectacle can the NLL produce next? We break down week 14 as the battle for the post-season heats up, get you set for a great week 15, answer some of your questions and another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the show, we get ready to take the indoor outdoors!Steve Govett and company have been working tirelessly to take the NLL outdoors and the time is finally here as the Stadium Showdown will be on Saturday. Brett Dobson got his first pro-win with the Swarm this past weekend and he's already hungry for more. Plus Jake Fox is on the move again, could Dougie be next? We're hosting a watch-party Monday night and we're back with another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Pat's back from the Baltics so it's time to catch up on our Mid-Season Awards.We need to find a way to reward the goal scorers with their own award to open up the MVP award to a wider group of players. Who do we think is the Coach, Rookie, Transition, Defender, Goalie and MVP through the first half of the season?Plus; injuries are causing havoc, the Swarm woes continue, a quiet week 13 could have major implications in the West and a four-game parlay in BoxBets. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we chat with one of the bet face-off men in the world, TD Ierlan. Before his 2022 rookie season, TD Ierlan had never played box lacrosse before. After some time and growing pains, he's now quite comfortable indoors. Starting with a HS Wrestling background Ierlan has honed his craft at the dot while making sure his education never took a backseat. After all he's been through, he continually gets excited about the opportunity to give back. We look back at a wild week 10 where the Rock roll, the Dogs get another win and Trevor Baptiste has a perfect night. All that plus another round of BoxBets on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast we have two incredible conversations with Brandan Bomberry and Lars Tiffany.Bomberry and his Georgia Swarm have only played four times in the opening nine weeks of the season, so they have yet to find their rhythm- and he hopes they can start this weekend against Colorado. More importantly though has been his work with Turtle Island Lacrosse and helping the next generation of Indigenous leaders. Coach Lars Tiffany has a lot on his plate but every chance he gets to spend time Coaching the Haudenosaunee Nationals is a blessing. However, how he was first introduced to the game of lacrosse and the Onondaga People is beyond incredible. Plus, the Warriors start their rebuild trading away Mitch Jones, the Knighthawks finally lose a game, a look at a busy week 10 and of course your choice our latest OTCB Parlay. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we chat with Brad Challoner and Rich Lisk.After a crushing collapse in Vegas, Challoner ponders on what's next for the Vancouver Warriors who continue to stumble. We also get his look on the Western Conference that may be the strongest it's ever been.Lisk was named the new GM in New York just a few weeks ago and has already trade Jake Fox and Callum Crawford. The latter, shook up the lacrosse world so we try and get to the bottom on the deal. Plus an incredible moment at the OJALL Draft, a look ahead to a busy week 9 and another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome Kieran McArdle to the show as he and the FireWolves earned a much needed win in OT on the weekend. McArdle dropped four goals vs the ThunderBirds including the game-winner in OT as Albany exacted revenge for a loss the week before. Now a full-time O-guy, McArdle is building off his excellent summer to help lead a new structured FireWolves offense.But we start with breaking news as the Riptide and PCLC pull off a major trade that leaves us with more questions than answers. The Knighthawks stay undefeated, Buffalo and Toronto are back on track, Vancouver gets their first win, while Vegas-Georgia and NY all remain winless, plus you guys pick us another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB,
This week on the OTCBPodcast, welcome to 2023 where somethings are new and somethings have stayed the same. NY Riptide HC, Dan Ladouceur wants to see more from his group. Having been off since week 3, it's time for the RipTide to make waves. Robert Hope had an unreal 2022. He lifted the NLL trophy first, the Mann Cup first (and for the 4th straight year) and lifted his baby boy Jet for the first time. Saturday the Mammoth raise the 2022 banner and square off vs the Roughnecks.Plus- Dane Dobbie was unreal, is CDB the best passing goalie, are the warriors in trouble and we let you pick our Parlay. Week 6 is gonna be a doozy, so let us help you get prepared on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we're back after the Christmas break and getting you set for a quick, yet intriguing week5Eli Salama and Roughnecks are off to a great start but it's going to get tougher from here on out and it starts with the return of Superman to the Roughhouse. Playing some of his best lacrosse, Salama has benefitted from playing 10 months of lacrosse between the NLL and PLL. Brandon Robinson and the Bandits are hoping the UpState New York snow storm doesn't play havoc with their game this weekend. After balancing a life of college-hockey and pro-lacrosse, BRob has found a comfortable role in Buffalo and the return of the power-forward role in the NLL. Plus how much of a concern should the injury woes be in Saskatchewan, can Halifax continue to score at an ungodly pace and what impact will the return of Austin Staats have on the Seals. We also give you a new twist on our BoxBets Parlay. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we have two great guests who were very busy this past weekend. First up is Mitch Belisle who was on the ESPN broadcast Friday as the Desert Dogs debuted in LaxVegas. We talk about opening night, offensive jitters and taking the RedEye flight home to on the Island for the Riptide game the next night. Ty Merrow puts in countless hours away from the turf breaking down each and every game. Analytics may not be as widely used in lacrosse as it is in other major sports, but the numbers he breaks down really do tell an incredible story. Plus we look back at a wild week 3, take a guess at whats under all 15 teams XMas Wish List and take a stab at an NFL parlay in this week's OTCBParlay. All that and more this week, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back two long time friends of the show, Gavin Prout and Jesse Gamble.Prout is in his first year as the OC in Rochester, and so far so good- as the Knighthawks are out to a 2-0 start and could get to 3-0 with a win this weekend. A young offence with a lot to prove, and after the first few weeks, they've passed the test. Gamble has been away from the NLL for the past five years. But after a cross-fit competition, he got a call to return to the pro league. In his first two games backs, he's it in just nicely with the 2-0 San Diego Seals.Week 2 brought us a lot of intensity and crazy story lines. What can we expect from week 3? Plus, Shanksy is a full-time firefighter now, the Bandits could be 0-2 and Tanner Cook is a problem. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back Ryan Keenan and Steve Toll to the show, as we break down a wild and crazy week 1 in the NLL. Keenan and the Rush dominated the defending Champs on opening weekend. The offence is clicking under new OC Cam Sedgewick and with the reacquisition of Marty Dinsdale, are the Rush BACK?!Toller and PCLC got to watch week 1, but now in their 2nd season of existence, the bar has been set even higher. With a young defence under his tutelage, Toll and HC Tracey Kelusky have high hopes for this year, Plus, Duch is off to Denver, the Seals and Dogs will play outside and another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back Ryan Keenan and Steve Toll to the show, as we break down a wild and crazy week 1 in the NLL. Keenan and the Rush dominated the defending Champs on opening weekend. The offence is clicking under new OC Cam Sedgewick and with the reacquisition of Marty Dinsdale, are the Rush BACK?!Toller and PCLC got to watch week 1, but now in their 2nd season of existence, the bar has been set even higher. With a young defence under his tutelage, Toll and HC Tracey Kelusky have high hopes for this year, Plus, Duch is off to Denver, the Seals and Dogs will play outside and another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get real games, FOR REAL!With a double dip on TSN, we catch up with Mitch Jones and Ryan Benesch.Jonesy played just four games last year but still finished top10 on the team in scoring. Reunited with his old coach, Troy Cordingly, the Warriors star forward is looking to lead his team to the post-season. Beni is back in Halifax where he feels very comfortable in their offence along side his old running-mate, Cody Jamieson. There may not be too many more chance for Ryan but the TBirds are in win now mode as he searches for his first NLL title. Plus we give out East and West predictions, some award chat, a few very spicy hot takes and our first BoxBet parlay of the year. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we're back, baby! With the NLL 2022-2023 season just a few weeks away we get back into the swing of things with Marshal King of the Desert Dogs.
After taking a year off from the NLL to be with his partner in her battle with Cancer, the younger King brother is ready to roll in Vegas.
In the past few weeks there have been some interesting transaction moves, and we'll dissect where Rhys Duch may end up.
Plus which new face will have the biggest impact on his new team and some BoxBets teasers before our Parlay returns next week. All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast we put a bow on the podcast season by breaking down the NLL Draft and setting you up with a couple monster parlays.
Last weekend the future of the NLL had their moment in the spotlight as the newest class of rookies was drafted. Thomas McConvey went first overall to Rochester, with Dylan Watson going second to Las Vegas. We'll break down the first round and give out thoughts on what was a very special night.
The Mann Cup is off to game 6 as the Peterborough Lakers have stormed back from down two games to being up three-to-two. They have a shot for their 4th straight Mann Cup on Friday. However, the biggest story of this series has been Shawn Evans and his pursuit of immortality.
We get some breaking news as Alex Buque goes from the Warriors to the Rush in a very surprising move. Plus we set you up for the PLL Championship game between the Chaos and WaterDogs, as well as two juicy BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we recap one of, if not the most historic and memorable Minto Cups and chat with Dane Dobbie about his own bit of history.
The Whitby Warriors are your 2022 Minto Cup Champions, outlasting the Edmonton Miners in an epic back and forth game 3. The Warriors were the favourites heading in, and capped off an amazing season with the National title. The Miners made history becoming the first RMLL team to make it to the Minto Final and came half an inch away from forcing OT in the penultimate game.
After 14 years in Sr A lacrosse, Dane Dobbie will play in his first ever Mann Cup, as the Langley Thunder knocked-off Nanaimo to win the WLA title. Close on many occasions before, Dobbie is going to do all he can to not let this opportunity slip by.
Plus a look at the President's Cup, a wild week on the NLL transaction wire and give you a juicy Futures Bet all this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we get you up today on what has been an unreal Minto Cup and Dan Arestia gets us primed for PLL Playoffs.
First up, the Edmonton Miners have made history as the first RMLJr team to make it to the Minto Semi-Finals after they eliminated the Victoria Shamrocks on Wednesday. Can they keep this historic run going Thursday night against the Toronto Beaches? The winner faces the Whitby Warriors in a best 3 starting Saturday.
The PLL is off this weekend but that doesn't stop Dan Arestia from bringing the heat- as we talk about trading Lyle, who's the MVP and can the Chaos find their mojo.
Plus the Road the Mann Cup now has betting odds, a jettison of talent from Albany, the NLL and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get you set for the 2022 Minto Cup and break down some early NLL Free Agency moves.
The Minto Cup gets underway on Monday from Brampton so we check in with coaches from all four clubs as we get set to crown a Jr A champion.
NLL Free Agency is underway and there have already been some interesting moves. Corey Small, Joe Resetarits and Ryan Benesch have all changed teams. But just as we're wrapping up, Kevin Crowley drops a bombshell.
Plus, an update from Limerick, Ireland, a look at the Road to the Mann Cup, another PLL BoxBets as well as anything else we can fit all. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back NLLPA VP, Reid Reinholdt to the show as the Owners and Players agree to a new 3-year CBA.
For a while things weren't looking good but in the span of a couple weeks, things obviously picked up. Reinholdt tells us how we got here, what changes the players wanted and got, and what to look for in the coming months as they try and be more transparent with the public.
The Roads to the Mann and Minto are in full swing as we get closer and closer to the National Championships up here in Canada. However it's the girls who've been stealing the show as of late.
We talk box, field, men's, women's, plus another round of BoxBets with CoolBet Canada. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we get to know the new NLL Commissioner, Brett Frood.
News broke early in the week about a major press conference, and 24 hours Later Brett Frood was announced. After spending two decades with Stewart-Haas Racing in NASCAR, the former 2x Ivy League champ has gone back to his roots.
After 15 years between the pipes, Mike Poulin has called it a career and will stay on with the Georgia Swarm as Assistant GM. One of the best Gentlemen of our sport, Poulie has always been a blast on the show and this appearance is no different.
Plus, Free Agency is pushed back until the 6th, we could see a 4-way tie for first in the WLA, Whitby wins the East and of course another round of BoxBets with our friends at CoolBet.
All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we take a deep dive into NLL Free Agency and welcome the Lacrosse Boss to the show.
On Monday August 1, all 15 NLL teams will be heavily active in trying to land some key free-agents as they try and improve their team's chances of lifting the Cup. We break down the big names and even give some ideas of where they may land.
Matthew Caruk has been the voice of Ontario Jr Lacrosse for a long time, so it's about time he hopped on the show to talk about the insanity that is the OJ-Playoffs. 4 teams remain and we could see a double-header of game 5s on Friday night,
Plus we update the Roads to the Founders and Mann, talk about the wild scenes in Victoria on Tuesday night, and bring you another PLL edition of BoxBets. All that and more, on this week's OTCB,
This week on the OTCB Podcast, we're back! After a brief hiatus and a trip to Estonia, we welcome our good-friend Charlie Ragusa to the show.
Recently named the new Commissioner of the NCBS, Ragusa has been around the lacrosse scene for a longtime working in the background. However, his work-ethic and passion for the game make him the ideal man to help grow the box game in the US.
Last week the sports world descended on Birmingham, Alabama for the 2022 World Games, where Lacrosse Sixes took the spotlight in hopes of attracting the eyes of the LA 2028 Olympic committee. When all was said and done, Team Canada dominated the mens division and the Women finally climbed to the top of the Mountain.
Plus, the Desert Dogs draft their first 14 players and then make some major moves to bolster their expansion roster, the Road to the CLA National Championships is well underway across Canada and it's week 6 in the PLL. All that and more, on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast we have a jam packed show as we break down the NLLAwards, who we think Vegas will take in the Expansion Draft as well as two fantastic guest.
First up is Jonathan Donville- or you may know him as Producer Donny from the Back of the Bird Podcast. Or as a National Champion with the Maryland Terrapins. He's making a name for himself on the mic and in front of the camera.
Next we chat with Coach Pete Milliman from the Iroquois National as they get ready to head to Birmingham for the World Games. It's been an eye opening experience for the very well respected Coach, who's coached at every major level.
The protected rosters are out so we chat about who Willy may take on July 7, we break down all the NLL Award winners, try to stay hot in our BoxBets and look down the Road to the Founders Cup - all that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we wrap up the NLL season with friend of the show and NLL Champion Zed Williams of the Colorado Mammoth.
After winning a PLL title, Williams began the NLL season on a new team after a trade from Georgia. And while it took him a little while too mesh with his new Mammoth teammates, by the end of last weekend he had gained 24 brand new brothers.
Jon Abbott also started the year on a new team- the NLL on TSN Broadcast team. A long time hockey broadcaster in Canada, Abbott was thrown into the fire with the NLL this season and didn't miss a beat.
Plus the MSL has come to terms with the OLA, Protected Rosters are due, NLL award Nominees are announced, we check in on the Road to the Founders Cup and look to stay on our CoolBet BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get you set for Game 3 of the NLL Finals with Dillon Ward and Kyle Buchanan.
Ward and the Mammoth forced the ultimate decider with a very strong performance in game 2, where they outscored Buffalo 7-2 in the second half. One more win, and Ward will finally add the elusive NLL Title to his trophy case.
Buchanan and the Bandits have home-floor advantage and BanditLand will be sold out! But according to the veteran, who like Ward is looking for his first NLL title, his team can't afford to have any bad shifts.
Plus we check in on the on-going sage between the OLA and MSL, Road to the Founders update and of course another round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we're down to two- as the Colorado Mammoth advanced to the NLL Finals to face the Buffalo Bandits
The last time the Mammoth played in the Finals was 2006 against the Bandits where they won their only title in franchise history. John Lintz wasn't on that team but he's been the finals before and has some wise words of advice for his teammates.
Buffalo's title drought is nearly as long, as their last win was in 2008 but loses in 2016 and 2019 still sting. Dhane Smith feels like the loss in 2019 was the best thing to happen to his team, and they're ready to exact some revenge.
Plus a look down the Road to the Founders Cup, the PLL gets going this week and a super spicy round of BoxBets. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the Bandits are in and they get a week to relax as Dane Dobbie and the Seals force a game 3 versus the Mammoth.
Jamie Shewchuk and Cooper Perkins have had the best seats in the house for the West Finals so we'll get their perspectives on the Mammoth and Seals respectively. Can Colorado get back to the NLL Finals for the first time since 2006 or will the Seals advance to their first finals in franchise history.
Captain Steve Priolo and his Bandits narrowly swept away the Toronto Rock this weekend- and even the word narrowly doesn't describe how close game 2 was between these longtime foes.
Plus the MSL and OLA continue their heated beef, Jr lacrosse is full-steam ahead, another round of Box Bets with CoolBet Canada and a former WLA player won IceWars.
All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we felt it was a good idea to chat with the four offensive coordinators after the openings games of the Conference Finals.
61 goals were scored in the two games and it was a bad night to be a goalie.
Rusty Kruger has been on both sides of the Rock-Bandits rivalry and now as the OC in Toronto, he's tasked with trying to outgun one of the best units in league history.
John Tavares on the other-hand, has always been on the Buffalo side of things and now with a one game lead in the series, he'll try and focus his troops in hopes of avoiding a game 3.
Jason Bishop is in his first year behind an NLL bench and without Ryan Lee, it would have been understandable if the Mammoth had an off night- that definitely wasn't the case.
Finally, Josh Sanderson from the Seals knows that if his club can play a full 60 minutes, they should be just fine- but if they don't come ready to play Saturday, their season could be over real quick.
Plus a real spicy BoxBet Parlay that you may want to hop on and we ask a very important question about Vegas. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we've gone from 8 teams down to 4 so that means another chance to talk to some great guests.
We focus on the defensive coaches this week as we welcome Andrew McBride from the Mammoth, Bill Greer from the Seals, Steve Dietrich from the Bandits and Bruce Codd from the Rock.
All four have won titles in the NLL and know what it takes to get over the hump and into the finals- so we task all four with breaking down their teams chances in the best 2 of 3 Conference Finals.
We set you up with another edition of BoxBets and a whole lot more, on this week's OTCB Podcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we get you set for the opening round of the NLL Playoffs with four fantastic friends of the show.
When the Rock and Thunderbirds start things off Friday Night, Jon Abbott will have the best seat in the house along side Pat inside First Ontario Centre. We discuss the value of Nick Rose, the importance of a hot start and whether or not Halifax can indeed stop the Rock.
The West semi-finals gets underway in Calgary as the Roughnecks and Mammoth renew their historic, yet very one-sided rivalry. Jamie Shewchuk has played in a few of those games and breaks down the best goalie matchup in round 1, two-3headed monsters as well trying slow down the transition game.
On Saturday, once again the East begins the festivities when Buffalo hosts Albany in what should be a very rough and tumble lacrosse game. Steve Bermel will have colour duties for this one and we ask him if the Bandits will unleash the hounds, can Dougie steal this game and who's depth will play a bigger role.
Finally, Cooper Perkins checks in from San Diego as the West's top-seeded Seals welcome the wild card Wings. Just a few weeks ago, the Wings got their one and only win against a team above .500 and it just so happened to be against the Seals. In a one-and-done showdown, can lightening strike twice?
Plus thumbs-up, thumbs-down and our most ludicrous BoxBet of the year on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome NLL Hall of Famer, and newly named HC/GM of the Las Vegas Desert Dogs, Shawn Williams.
Willy is one of the most well liked and respected people ever in NLL circles, and when we left the Mammoth two seasons ago, all the writing on the wall led to Tuesday's announcement.
We talk about the identity of the Dogs, what he's learned about expansion teams over the past few seasons, and how the decision to move to Vegas was made.
There's just one week left in the regular season and we still need to figure out some vital play-off seedings. So we'll give you out Thumbs Up-Thumbs Down from week 21, set you up for Super Saturday and give you another BoxBets Parlay.
All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we speak with the only US born player to reach the 100 point mark- and he's done it twice- Joe Resitarits.
Growing up 30 minutes away from Banditland, Resitarits has been playing box lacrosse for as long as he can remember. Its not your tradition path to the pro-game for an American but it's allowed him to become one of the best US born players ever.
With just two weeks left, we give you our Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down and get you ready for a quiet week 21 - but that doesn't mean it's not do-or-die for a few teams in the Chase for the Championships.
All that plus BoxBets and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we chat with one of top young-guns in the NLL, Latrell Harris.
Coming off his best performance as a pro-baller, Harris and the Toronto Rock are the hottest team in the NLL right now, and are peaking at just the right time.
A highlight filled week 19, sees two more teams clinch spots in the Chase for the Championship with just three weeks remaining.
Week 20 will be just as wild as we wait to see who will win the wild-card spot and round out the play-off field.
We give you another round of boxbets, some ThumbsUp and ThumbsDown plus a lot more- all this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back one the game’s best leaders, Saskatchewan Rush Captain- Chris Corbeil.
A few weeks ago, Corbs thought he had played his last game in a Rush jersey but the trade deadline passed and he was never moved. Now in what could be his final stretch of home-games, he looking to make amends for a difficult season
Week 18 saw the Rock clinch a playoff spot, the Mammoth won a pair of huge games while the Warriors dropped to 5th after a loss-weekend.
We’ll set you up for a wild week19, talk about strength of schedules and try to get back on track with BoxBets.
All that and more on this week’s OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back Mr Luxurious, Mitch Belisle to the show.
Making a name for himself as the colour analyst for the NLL on ESPN, Belisle has been keeping a keen eye on things down south. We talk about the Bandits, Riptide and Fort Worth as we make our way towards to the post-season.
We discuss out top storylines after week 17, get you set for a jam-packed week 18, give you another spicy BoxBet and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, No Mercy Mike Accursi, the Head Coach of the Halifax Thunderbirds joins us as his squad is coming off back-to-back loses and will face the league leading Buffalo Bandits in a crucial home-and-home series this weekend.
Keeping with the Thunderbirds, they surprisingly released forward Kyle Jackson from the roster and it caught everyone off guard.
We start the show though, by talking about news out of the PLL that will rule all those who play in the pro-field league, ineligible for the Canadian summer season. It's caused quite a stir.
Plus a look at the week that was, the week that is and give you a real spicy BoxBets- all that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we break down all the trades from a somewhat busy but not so exciting NLL Trade Deadline.
We all thought there might be some major moves as Tuesday's deadline approached but when all was said and done, the teams in the middle of the pack seemed to be the busiest.
Jordan Hall's Georgia Swarm were busy as they acquired Stephan Leblanc from the Thunderbirds via PCLC. How does Hallsy feel about being reunited with his Team Canada buddy? More importantly, how is his body feeling after the Covid break and reaching 800 career points?
Plus, a wild week 15 taught us to expect the unexpected, week 16 could be just as wild and therefore, we want all the goals in this week's BoxBets.
All that and more as go around the NLL on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we we talk about breaking news AGAIN, as the NLL has lost another high ranking executive.
Just a few weeks after Nick Sakiewicz was not re-signed and left for the NHL, his replacement- Jessica Berman, who had stepped up from her role as Deputy Commissioner, has now decided to leave the NLL for the commissioner's job with the NWSL.
We don't really know what's next but well try and break it all down for you .
Friend of the Brand, Ryan Smith of the Knighthawks and Chaos is having an incredible rookie season and is loving his time in RochVegas. However, he'll now have a bit of added pressure as the KHawks traded legend, Shawn Evans before the trade deadline.
Plenty to talk about including a wacky week 14, getting you set for an important week 15 and give you another round of BoxBets- all that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we welcome back the Big Dog, Dan Ladouceur to the show.
Now halfway through this first year as a pro head-coach, Ladouceur and the New York RipTide are still finding their way through the NLL. After their first home-win of the year, the Tide might just be starting to flow in the right direction.
Week 13 was full of upsets and important wins- so we'll give you the lowdown on the week that was. As well as setting you up for the week that is, as week 14 is sure to be just as enticing.
Box Bets, twitter beefs, a birthday and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we have breaking news that's as historic, as it is curious, with the departure of Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz and the promotion of Deputy Commissioner Jessica Berman,
Berman broke ground as the highest ranking female in pro-mens sports when she was named Deputy Commissioner of the NLLin 2019, and now she's the Interim Commissioner.
We talk about the timing of this move, her plans over the next few months and into the future, plus the magnitude of her new role.
In his first year calling NLL games with the San Diego Seals, Cooper Perkins, along with his partner Nick Ossello, have created quite the dynamic. But more recently, Perkins has launched the LaxMetrics website looking deeper into the analytical numbers of the NLL.
There's separation in the West, it's still a dog fight in the East, the Rush finally make a trade and we've got a busy Saturday.
All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we catch up with Good Victoria Boy, Jesse King of the the Calgary Roughnecks.
The 2021-2022 season has been a tumultuous one for King and the Roughnecks. They went 30+ days between games and 50+ days between home-games. Through it all, they've had their struggles but a big two-game weekend could rest things and get them back on track.
A busy Super weekend is behind and we're technically at the halfway point, so the guys give out their mid-season awards even if all the teams haven't played the same amount of games.
Three days of lacrosse, expansion talk (again?), the greatest half-time show ever?, and of course BoxBets!
All that and more on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPodcast we chat with long time friend of the show and a guy always "on the trade block", Dillon Ward.
Ward and the Mammoth are on a four game winning streak and for the first time in a long time, they're putting up serious offensive numbers to compliment their always stout defence.
Last week was full of madness as expected and we'll break it down for you. Then we'll get you set for a full weekend of games leading up to the Big One on Sunday.
PlayUp and Flowics are welcomed to the NLL family, we give our Super Boosted Parlay and much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we chat with Goalie Coach, Brandon Miller from the Toronto Rock as well as, Adam Levi of the Lacrosse Flash who's starting a new podcast.
Miller is one of the nicest guys in all of lacrosse, but was also one of the game's best goalies and had an outstanding NLL career. Now as the goalie coach and film guru for the Rock, he's still getting praise for his diligent work.
Levi is one of the best writers covering the sport of lacrosse and now, he's bringing his in-depth statistical knowledge and a microphone together for an extensive look at numbers and trends in the NLL.
Plus we break down a wild week 9, get your set for a very important week 10, drop out Boosted Parlay and more.
So sit back and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back friend of the show and Panther City Lacrosse Club Head Coach, Tracey Kelsuky.
In his first year as a bench boss in the NLL, TK has his expansion franchise team playing as a cohesive unit and believing that anything is possible. They have a very important road game in Saskatoon this weekend and a chance back to back wins.
It was a quiet week 8 but still plenty of story lines to break down and we'll get you set for a busy week 9, where all 14 teams are in action. Plus a booster-shot boosted-parlay thanks to CoolBet and a little PLL chatter.
All that and more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we welcome The Kitten as he and the Wings look to bounce back with two home-games this weekend.
After a tough loss to the Albany Firewolves, Corey Small and the Philadelphia Wings have a rare double-home game weekend- a perfect opportunity to get their mojo back. Small has found a nice home with the Wings since signing as a Free Agent in 2002.
Week 7 spoiled us again with some absolutely wild games but it's the young gun goalies making the most noise. Justin Geddie started his first ever game in the NLL and got the win. While Troy Holowchuk came in to relieve a struggling Nick Rose and helped get his team to OT.
A quiet week 8 with just three games, with both the Wings and Rochester playing twice, so not a lot to choose from in this week's BoxBets.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we recap a wild and crazy week 6, and Steve Govett helps welcome the World to San Diego.
Week 6 got started Friday as the Warriors squandered a 10-2 lead to the Mammoth, ultiamtely losing 18-15, and that was just the start of what was one of the most. whacky weekends we've seen
Along with Joe Tsai and World Lacrosse, Steve Govett has beeen working tirelessly to bring the 2023 World FIeld Lacrosse Championships to Southern California. Monday, they made it official and what grandios plans they have in place.
We'll get you set for week7 as Jeff Teat finally gets back into the RipTide line-up, who will play net for the Seals, will the Rush make a trade and how many eyeballs will be watching Pat make his National debut.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we're back from the extended Holiday/Covid Break and #NLL Week 6 is a go!
But before we get to the games, Ryan Benesch was flipped from PCLC to Albany as the 1000+ point man is once again on the move. Albany gets the high-scoring lefty to help boost an offense that has struggled to score in their opening two games. We'll break it down from both team's persepctives.
Matt Vinc has been traded once or twice in his career but he's now firmly planted as the #1 with the Buffalo Bandits. Arguably the greatest goalie in NLL history, he's just added another massive trophy to his collection.
We'll set you up for all the week 6 action, give you our weekly boosted parlay thanks to the folks at CoolBet Canada.
Lax is back, so come let us catch you up on all that's happened on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the show, we were hoping to get you set for week 4 in the NLL but alas, it's been postponed.
So in the meantime, Pat and Teddy take a look at the year that was 2021 and talk about some of the major news moments of the past 365 days. It's all a blur but there were still a few monumental moments for the lacrosse world.
We'll look ahead to 2022, as well as answer some of your submissions to the OTCBMailbag. Join us for a year in review and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back Ty Merrow to the show, talking all things analytics and lacrosse.
Ty is a nerd- and we love him for it. Over the last three weeks, he's be tabulating all the league-wide stats into a document to try and understand NLL trends and if analytics is needed. We take a deep dive into whats out there, what should be out there and what can be done.
We'll wrap up a wild week 3 and discuss where the viral goalie fight was good for the league. Plus a look at Future-Odds you can bet on thanks to our friends at CoolBet Canada.
Santa is coming, so lets all be on our best behaviour this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back Mitch Jones from the 2-0 Warriors.
Vancouver is looking to 3-0 for the first time since 2010 when they won the title as the Washington Stealth- what's been the difference so far this season? We'll ask Mitch all about it.
We'll recap a wild week 2, set you for a busy week 3, and give you out Boosted Parlay thanks to the folks at CoolBet.
So sit back and enjoy this week's show.
This week on the OTCB Podcast, we're still buzzin' from NLL FaceOff weekend and the first games in over 630 days!
First up we break down the action from week1, reminisce about the buzz being back in the arena and talk about some controversial moments.
Then Frank Brown, aka Cousin Brownie stops by to talk about his holiday raffle, we also go into a deep conversation about life on and off the reservation, and how social awareness is having effect on the Indigenous Culture.
Then we hit you with another round of BoxBets brought to you by CoolBet Canada, and set you up for week two.
Sit back, relax and enjoy as we get you all caught up and ready to go on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we've officially made it Face-Off weekend and all 14 teams are in action, plus the Deputy Commissioner of the NLL Jessica Berman stops by.
It'll be 635 days between games in the NLL so we go a little long this week breaking down rosters, giving our picks and surprises, plus yammering on about things you may or may not care about.
The NLL Unites program has been long in the making but officially rolled out last week by the league. Berman lets us know how it came to be, what fans can expect and how this new vision has become a working mantra for the league.
Then finally, we get into BoxBets brought to you by CoolBet Canada. We give you our locks and futures, plus the OTCB Boosted Parlay of the week.
It's an exciting time for everyone so sit back and enjoy as the NLL IS BACK!! All that and more this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we chat with the present and future of the NLL, as Brett Manney and Justin Inacio join the show.
Manney is entering his 13th season in the NLL and as a member of the newly relocated Albany FIreWolves is fired up to get back to battle. He even had to do some coaching during the first week of NLL training camp.
Inacio still has to wait another year until his first pro camp as he's still finishing his time at THE Ohio State University but the 10th overall pick by the Calgary Roughnecks is already trying to make a difference. Reps Services is a new company that hopes to unite players and coaches to help everyone get better.
Plus the Alterna Cup is back, the NLL Unites, CoolBet Canada BoxBets and the transaction wire continues to heat up. All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.
This week on the return of the OTCBPodcast we chat with the reigning NLL MVP Shayne Jackson from the Swarm, as well as Reid Reinholdt from the Toronto Rock and of the NLLPA.
But first we need to welcome the newest member of the show- Pat Gregoire has been a longtime guest of OTCB and we finally convinced him to join the dark-side and hop on as co-host.
Jackson was off to an incredible start before the shutdown and while he doesn't like to set too many personal goals, he definitely would like to have the same sort of consistency that saw him record 9 hat-tricks in the Swarms 12 games.
Reinholdt has been extremely busy over the last 18 months as he's taken on the role of Vice President of the Players Association. With the Union opting out of the current CBA, there is even more to accomplish over the next few months than ever before. Plus, he's gotta get back in game shape as the Rock open up versus the FireWolves on TSN, December 4th.
We bring you the first edition of BoxBets, break down the transaction wire and look deep into the NLL on TSN schedule.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we welcome Lacrosse's biggest TikTok Star, Tyrell Hamer-Jackson.
That's right, the Vancouver Warriors and New Westminster Salmonbellies face-off specialist and defender has over 250K followers and over 5M likes on the social media app. It started during Covid and it's taken off ever since, as people have become enamoured with the life of a Log-Runner.
Plus the Toronto Rock upgrade their coaching staff, Team Canada unveils their Fall Classic rosters and I get ratioed on twitter that teaches me a valuable lesson.
All the and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we welcome two men looking forward to so some milestone, firsts; Jeff McComb and JP Kealey.
McComb was promoted to Head Coach of the Rush back in August of 2020 but has to officially coach his first NLL game due to the Pandemic. There may be a few technical differences between his style and his predecessor but there's no doubt in his mind that this group still has what it takes to win it all.
JP Kealey has decided to hang up the lacrosse pads and take his talents to the world of NASCAR! A binge on Netflix planted the seed and before he could change his mind, he packed up and moved to North Carolina to join the Chip Ganassi Racing Team Pit Crew.
It was a slow news week but we've got two great interviews and more, on this weeks OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we've got ourselves a schedule for the 2021-2022 season, so the Commissioner of the NLL, Nick Sakiewicz will join us.
When the NLL season kicks off it December it will have been over 600 days since they last played- so everyone is looking forward to Face-Off Weekend. Sakiewicz is excited for the league to get back in front of the thousands of fans across the country and for the hundreds of players throughout the league. Plus with a new franchise and two new locations of previous markets, its a very exciting time around the NLL.
We'll break the down the schedule a bit, talk about the plethora of games uploaded to the NLL's YouTube channel and let you know who will be coaching the Nanaimo Timbermen Jr A team next year.
All that and more on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, it's an edition of Champions as Mark Glicini, Chase Frazer and Andrew Suitor all join the show.
Glicini and Frazer were crowned PLL Champs on Sunday as the Chaos knocked off the defending two-time champs. Both played massive rolls and both revelled in the excitement of lifting the trophy.
Suitor announced earlier in the week that he would hanging up the pads after a wonderful career and a decade of dominance. He was one of the league's top pugilists and competitors. They don't make 'em like Suits anymore; so what's next for him?
Plus, the FireWolves get new threads, Randy Staats get traded and camps are right around the corner. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back Dan Arestia and Paul St. John.
But first, Paul Rabil announced his retirement earlier in the week and we look back at what made him so successful as not just a Businessman but also a Business, man!
Dan Arestia will share his thoughts on who the next Face of Lacrosse will be as we transition to this new era. Then we'll look at the PLL Championship game between the Whipsnakes and Chaos.
Then, after a successful five year run in Ontario, Paul St. John and the Arena Lacrosse League is ready to expand with the announcement of the ALLWest.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we go full EastCoast Lifestyle talking with Halifax's own Alex Pace and Halifax Thunderbirds' Coach Mike Accursi.
But first, we send our condolences to the family of Dean Hill, who suddenly passed away earlier this week. Deaner was beloved by everyone and had a smile that lit up the room. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered.
Alex Pace grew up playing lacrosse in Halifax but there were greener pastures in Ontario for his junior career to bloom. Now, entering his second year in the NLL, he's working with Northern Torch to help mould the next wave of Maritime lacrosse players.
Mike Accursi has seen the interest in the game of lacrosse grow from the moment the Thunderbirds landed in Halifax. Their first season ended way too soon but the locals were already hooked, and he can't wait to get back to The Nest and finish what they started.
Plus, the Roughnecks get a new look, the ALL in headed west, signing season continues and 8 players drafted are ruled ineligible. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast
This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back Bob Hamley, President and GM of the Panther City Lacrosse Club.
PCLC continues to knock off franchise firsts and this week it was their first Entry Draft and they didn't wast the opportunity with the first overall pick. Hamley and his staff had been preparing 18 long months for this moment, and the decision was between Jonathan Donville and Adam Charalambidies.
It was an interesting first round with some movement of picks and jockeying for position- which made for a great draft night.
Plus with Evan Kirk now working down in RochVegas, we talk about the importance of goaltending for young franchises. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome the newest member of the Saskatchewan Rush, Matt Beers, and the captain of The OJLL Champions St. Catharines Athletics, Thomas Whitty.
Beers had been a member of the Vancouver Warriors organization since they were the Washington Stealth, winning the NLL Championship in 2010. The heart and soul of the Warriors team, Beers will be a massive loss. But man, are the Rush gonna be an absolute wagon out the back end.
Whitty took his game and teammates to another level in his final Jr A game on Saturday. An instant classic versus the Brampton Excelsiors, Whitty and the Athletics made up for the lost chance to win the Minto Cup by lifting the Iroquois Trophy and drinking some delicious milk.
Plus, the NCBS final was outrageous, the HOF and NLL Draft will take place in Buffalo at the end of the month and we're taking a couple weeks off so we'll chat after the draft. All that and more this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome all round great guy and one half of the Back of the Bird podcast, Dan Lomas.
If you haven't listened to BOTB quite yet, you're a few epic episodes behind. Lomas and Co-Host Paul Dawson, are lacrosse's version of Spittin' Chicklets and do a great job getting players to open up and tell stories from the road.
Unfortunately for Dan, he tore his Achilles tendon in the Kodiaks first game of the MSL Classic. But he's not letting it get the best of him and is already turning a season ending injury into a silver lining into bigger things.
Plus NLL Free Agency hasn't exactly been a frenzy and the USBoxla Nationals are this weekend in San Jose. So sit back and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome Rusty Bird... errr I mean Wes Berg to the show.
Wes is living down in San Diego full time and has been doing tons of work growing the game of box lacrosse in the SoCal area. He's also created himself an alter ego!
NLL Free Agency begins Sunday and there could be some big names on the move in the next few days. We break down who could go where.
Plus a big hug and speedy recovery to Dan Lomas... all that and more on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back our old friends Steve Govett and Pat Gregoire.
With the announcement of the IOC granting World Lax full recognition, it's another step towards us actually seeing Lacrosse Sixes played in the Olympics. Steve has been a part of the World Lacrosse advisory board as an independent director for the last couple of years, so he's got a lot of the answers to many of our questions. We're in but we're not officially in.
As voice of the Halifax Thunderbirds, Pat Gregoire can't wait to get back inside The Nest on December 4th. He's also been busy with CoolBet Canada as we all hope to be able to lay some best on lacrosse in the near future. Plus we'll talk to him about the 2nd half of the PLL season and take a look at the upcoming OJALL bubble season.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back the Commissioner of the NLL, Nick Sakiewicz, as well as Dan Arestia from the Lacrosse Flash.
First off, the Commissioner joins us to talk about NLL Face-Off Weekend which will be on December 3-4 with six games across the league. The league also unveiled its new divisional alignment and play-off format. Nick has been very busy, so as always we're grateful for his time.
As for Dan, well he doesn't consider himself an "insider" but we'll try and get as much inside information as we can. With the PLL entering the All-Star break, now seemed like a perfect time to catch up with whats been going on down south.
We'll squeeze in all we can to help bring you up to speed on all things lacrosse on this week's show.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we, are, back! It's been a long hiatus thanks to Covid but with the light at the end of the tunnel getting brighter, that means we are in the home stretch to the start of a new NLL season.
So this week, we welcome in the first coach in Panther City franchise history, Tracey Kelusky and, first overall pick in both NLL and PLL entry drafts- Jeff Teast.
Kelusky is a a Hall of Famer that wears his passion and heart on his sleeve. PCLC has already established a foundation after the expansion draft and now has his sights set on Free Agency and the entry draft. We'll get in side his thinking about see if he'll slip up and let any secrets slip.
Teat has been destined for the NLL for quite some time now and while it's been on pause due to the pandemic, there's no doubt he itching to play some lacrosse. Currently he's suiting up for the PLL Atlas and is chomping at the bit to get inside Nassau Coliseum wearing a RipTide jersey.
Plus, Vegas is here, the Hall of Fame is a thing again and Canadian fans will get NLL on TSN all season long. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we wrap up 2020 with two great guests and two fantastic conversations.
First up, Kyle Devitte from Inside Lacrosse joins us to talk about the biggest news of the week. The PLL buying up the MLL came as a major surprise to everyone and there are still plenty of questions. KD has been covering both MLL and PLL in-depth over the years so he's got a few things to say.
Then the Deputy Commissioner and EVP of Business Affairs, Jessica Berman joins us to recap the 2nd annual Player's Business Summit. Over the last four weeks, the players have been involved in zoom calls to discuss marketing, operations, social media and broadcasting throughout the NLL, giving them a chance to ask any questions they may have.
2020 has been a major gong show, but through it all the Lacrosse Family has been absolutely amazing- so sit back and enjoy the final show on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome the author of the fastest selling lacrosse book this holiday season, Delby Powless.
'Medicine Game' is an eye opening tale of life on the Reservations with main character Tommy Henry as he struggles with being a leader on his lacrosse team, a son, a brother and a boyfriend all while dealing with the pressures of being a young man who feels the weight and darkness of depression.
Powless uses his own experiences as a young lacrosse players to bring you up close and personal with each and every character in the book. A former first overall NLL draft pick, Powless is now a youth counsellor working with the younger generation who are looking to break the stereotypes and enjoy all life has to offer.
Plus Panther City is a thing and we catch up on a months worth of missed news (there wasn't a lot), all that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we're joined by Chet Koneczny and Jamie Shewchuck.
First up, Chet has been living out in the Maritimes for the past few years and has seen first hand the growth of lacrosse on the East Coast. However, we need to do more than just put sticks in kids hands; so along with the Halifax Thunderbirds, Turtle Island Lacrosse, the Black Lacrosse Players Alliance and the Indigenous Players Lacrosse Association they have announced a new partnership to Include and Empower.
Then we'll head to Denver, where Jamie has been living for over a decade. A former 2nd round NLL draft pick by Colorado, Shewy would be named to the NLL's All-Rookie team, en route to an impressive pro career. But after he was done, he wanted to stay involved so one conversation with his GM was all it took to start his broadcasting career.
Some great conversations and stories, plus a lot more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome in the newly elected President of the PLPA, Zach Currier
Along with his #2 Reid Reinholdt, Currier will now look to lead the Players Union into year 35 with better communication, a willingness to grow and a drive to see the players reach new heights.
It's not going to be an over night switch, nor an easy one- but the players are united together and are already working with the league to get ready for the proposed April start date.
All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome back our good friend Rich Lisk to the show.
Fully settled into his new home ON Long Island, Lisk and his staff are working diligently through the pandemic in hopes that the league will indeed be playing come April.
An April start means a lot of things for the world of lacrosse- and for the Riptide that may mean a certain college player may be eligible to sign,
But it would also mean crossing over the traditional summer time slot so what happens then? And what will all the players do until April?
We'll talk about all that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we are joined by the Commissioner of the National Lacrosse League, Nick Sakiewicz.
With the NLL on hiatus since March, Sakiewicz and his staff have been working diligently towards the 35th season in league history. So when can fans expect that season to start? What will it look like? And what about Fort Worth... when will we find out their name?
We have so much to ask him.
Plus, what would a spring start mean to the rest of the lacrosse world? We also talk about the recent PLPA vote, and some untimely tweets mean we still have a long way to go.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back Adam Levi from The Lacrosse Flash and NLL.com, to help us break down the 2020 #NLLDraft.
After a long 5 hour broadcast in which 93 young men had their names called, Levi has gone beyond the picks to look at some of the stories that we may have missed during our coverage.
Levi brings the heat as always, as we talk about why the #2 pick was so coveted by three western clubs, what were the biggest surprises and who did the best.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we dip into the Inside Lacrosse pool for two great guests, Stephen Stamp and Terry Foy.
Stamp is the NLL's draft Guru and knows pretty much everything there is to know about the top 100 prospects for next Thursday's NLL Draft. We all know Teat is going first overall but after that, it's anyones guess so, we'll see what Stamper has to say.
Foy is the CEO of Inside Lacrosse and has been on the beat covering the Iroquois Nationals saga in relation to the 2022 World Games. In the past week we've see Team Ireland vacate their position for the Nationals as well as a few more hurdles seem to have bene cleared which will allow the torchbearers of our sport to compete at the World Games. So how did it all happen so quickly, and what does it mean for the future?
We break it all down on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we continue our #NLLDraft prospect watch with projected Top5 pick Ryan Smith, and chat with newly appointed VP of Lacrosse Operations and GM of the expansion Fort Worth team Bob Hamley.
Hamley has seen and done nearly all there is to do in the NLL over a 30 year career but now he gets the chance to build his very own team from the ground up, after being named VP of LaxOps and GM down in Fort Worth. He's ready to meet the task head on and knows he doesn't get a mulligan.
Smith has seen his rise up the prospect list steadily grow over the last few years as his game has progressed from Jr C all the way to the NCAA and Sr A ball; now the next step in his journey is the NLL. The impressive power forward, looks to use his size, shot and mental strengths to make an immediate impact once he's done at RMU.
But the biggest story of the week came out late Wednesday and that was when Team Ireland just "did the right thing", and gave up their spot in the 2022 World Games so that the Iroquois Nationals could take their rightful spot amongst the game's best.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we continue to spotlight the top 5 prospects for the upcoming #NLLDraft, with Jeff Henrick.
A former captain of the vaunted Orangeville Northmen, and a 2x captain at OSU, Henrick has future NLL leadership written all over him and a pro-ready game to match.
Plus, more and more American street-free-agents are getting picked up by NLL clubs, with hopes they can make the jump from field to box. Guys like Bernhardt, Carlson, Richard, Van Raaphorst have all signed deals and hopefully it's a sign of the next great wave of Americans in the indoor game.
All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we continue our #NLLDraft Prospect Watch with projected top5 pick, Reid Bowering.
The Coquitlam BC product has seen many of his teammates drafted to the #NLL and he's thoroughly excited for the opportunity to join them. He's headed back to Drexel University for his 5th year of eligibility but will also start to work on his MBA.
A three time Captain of the Jr Adanacs, he was part of two Minto Cup winning teams as well as being named BCJALL Defender of the Year three times! He's a two way threat with incredible leadership skills and a very high lacrosse IQ. He can play both sides of the ball and is a 5-tool athlete that every NLL team would love to have.
He won't last long come September 17th but once he's in the NLL, you can expect him to stick around for quite some time.
Plus, while free-agency is slowing down teams still continuing to lock up their talent and get their base roster set as we get close and closer to draft day. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we bring you the present and the future of lacrosse.
First up is Tre Leclaire who is an expected top5 pick in next month's NLL Draft. The White Rock, BC native is headed back to THE Ohio State for a 5th year of college but he's extremely excited for his chance to play in the NLL.
Then, it's the PLL Championship Series MVP Zed Williams. After dropping six goals in the final game, helping his Whipsnakes to back to back titles, Williams was gracious, humble and as classy a winner as you could imagine.
Two young men with incredible futures ahead of them; so I hope you can sit back and enjoy the latest episode right here on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back our field lacrosse guru and all round decent dude, Kyle Devitte.
Covering the PLL Championship Series from afar hasn't been easy for any of us but Devitte continues to pump out gold with each key strike. His LacroCity newsletter continually covers the biggest stories in the lacrosse world while adding some harmless humour and creative spins.
But our focus is on the PLL and how they've been able to make the bubble model work for them, all while providing us fans an incredible viewing experience from the comfort of our couches. We talk MVPs, breakout performances, Ryan Boyle's incredible rise to stardom with the telestrator and who he would pick between Rambo and Captain America.
Plus, NLL free agency has been absolutely electric in the first six days- Crawford, Small, Crepinsek, Fryer, Duch, Buchanan and more were all on the move, but so many eyes and ears were on what Jammer was going to do.
We'll break it all down for you and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome the newest GM of the New York Riptide, Jim Veltman.
The NLL Hall of Famer has spent some time behind an NLL bench but this will be his first go as a General Manager- needless to say, he's excited for the opportunity. He'll have some very familiar faces running the bench and now it's time to fill out the Tide's roster after a lacklustre expansion season.
As we near the August 1 start to NLL Free Agency, many teams are doing all they can to lock up their UFAs with the Rush being the most active- as they locked up Dilks, Rubisch and Corbeil. But it was a 7 year deal for Rock captain Challen Rogers that stole the headlines.
Plus the PLL Championship Series is underway and boy were there a lot of talking points over the opening five days. We'll also talk about the Ontario Jr A Lacrosse League's plan to allow 22 year old players and the idea of moving away from the CLA; It's a very slippery slope.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back to the show Brad Self and Kyle Hartzell.
Self was just named the GM of the Mammoth after serving as AGM last year along side Pat Coyle. Trading captain Dan Coates wasn't an easy move but professional lacrosse is a business and sometimes you have to make hard business decisions. However, he's doing all he can to make this team bigger, stronger and faster- with free agency and the NLL draft coming up, there's no rest time for Self.
Hartzell isn't resting either- but that's because he needs to get acclimated to the elevation in Utah. With the PLL Championship series just over a week away, Kyle and the rest of the PLL stars are heading to Utah to see who will be crowned Champion. As dedicated an athlete as you will find, Hartzell works just as hard off the field as he does on. And for those of you who say you will never make it?, Hartzell's path took him through JUCO and DIII before becoming a National and World Champion at the next level.
Plus more NLL transactions as well as the chance to win a custom dyed head from the Lacrosse Flash by signing up for our PLL Bracket challenge. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week. on the OTCBPodcast we welcome The Deputy, Jessica Berman back to the show.
Riding shotgun with Commissioner Sakiewicz, Berman has been very busy working behind the scenes helping the NLL works its way through these unusual times as they prepare for the league's 35th season.
We cover a lot of topics from expansion, a new start date, how her family is dealing with Covid life, her son's mullet and the return of the NLL Hall of Fame; yes, It's coming back!
We'll break down the bizarre trade spree that happened on Monday with a total of four 1st round draft picks moved as well as a Captain and a former Defender of the Year. Plus it sounds like Rich Lisk will announce who will be the new GM and Head Coach of the New York Riptide on Friday.
The wild news week will start and end with a bang, so sit back and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome the 2019-2020 #NLL MVP Shayne Jackson to the show,
Having spent his entire NLL career with the Swarm organization, Jackson has ben Mr Consistent over the last eight seasons. Only once has he had less than 60pts in a season, he's played 136 straight games, has an NLL title to his name and now, an MVP trophy.
While some may have been surprised by his win, it should be no surprise that he was humble in his acceptance and made sure to give credit to everyone around him in the Swarm organization.
Plus, the MLL is back for year 20 and the PLL announced their rosters for the #PLLChampionshipSeries. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back to the show, Zack Greer. Recently named the Comeback Player of the Year in the NLL by the folks at The Lacrosse Flash, Greer was having an incredible rejuvenation in the sunshine of Southern California.
After two injury filled seasons in Denver and a busy life way from lacrosse, Greer opted to take 2019 off. In just 12 games with the Seals, he was on pace for his second highest point total and a career high in assist, it's safe to say the year away from the sport really helped heal his body and motivate him.
Plus the NLL announced some key dates, the draft order and some very important draft eligibility news. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome #GoodVictori Boy, Jesse King back to the show.
It's be a rough couple season's for the 3rd overall pick in the 2015 #NLLDraft. After two great seasons in Georgia, King was sent to Calgary and unfairly bit by the injury bug worse than any young athlete should be. He was rehabbing his most recent injury with plans to return to the Roughnecks' when the pandemic shut everything down.
But swooping in to save the day, is the #PLLChrome and King will be suiting up in Utah for the #PLLChampionshipSeries next month in Utah. To say he's excited about the idea is an understatement.
One on one with Jesse King right here on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back Rich Lisk from the New York Riptide and GFSports.
After making the tough decision to leave The Casino for The Island, Lisk had an even tougher decision in relieving GM/HC Regy Thorpe and his coaching staff of their duties.
It won't be easy turning a 1-12 expansion team into a #Premier club in the NLL but with #Passion #Pride and #Promise, Lisk already has a plan in place.
Plus, the #NLLAwards nominees will be announced by the end of June with an online award show to take place in July. The Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame announced it's class of 2020 and the Premier Lacrosse League is going to Utah!
All that and more on this week's #OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome Trevor Baptiste to the show to have a very important and powerful conversation.
What is happening in the United States right now is incredibly hard to watch but at the same time, hearing from Black athletes like Trevor and other People of Colour who have been the focus of racist acts is just as heartbreaking.
Nobody should ever feel scared to stand up for themselves or what they believe in. Never should we have to watch what happened to George Floyd again. Never should we ever feel ashamed to stand along side all our brothers and sisters from the Human Race in solidarity against oppression and systemic racism.
Have the awkward conversations!
One on one with Trevor Baptiste on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back fan favourite and all-round beauty Gavin Prout.
The guy has nearly as many properties as titles so it's safe to say a life in lacrosse can pay off in the end. Prouter has won 6 of the 8 biggest titles in all of lacrosse; a two time Minto Cup winner with Whitby, a Mann Cup with Brooklin, an FIL and WILC with Canada, he captained Colorado to the 2006 NLL title and that was in the middle of winning three MLL titles with Baltimore, Rochester and Hamilton.
He's seen the highs and lows of professional lacrosse, and has the stories to tell. So sit back and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we take a break from 20 questions and welcome the Commissioners from the both the NLL and WLA on to the show, to talk about their status moving forward during these wild and crazy times.
First off, Nick Sakiewicz of the NLL is still hopeful that they can crown a champion for the 2019/2020 season but they are facing two fairly large barriers; the boarder and player Visas. IF and it's a large IF, if they can find a window to play in, the league is working on a few different options with hopes of handing out the #NLLCup.
Next up is Paul Dal Monte from the WLA and unfortunately, the news from the Canadian Summer loop isn't as promising. Earlier in the week both the WLA and MSL (Major Series Lacrosse) announced that they would be cancelling their seasons and there would be no Mann Cup. It'll be the first time in over 100 years a team hasn't lifted the trophy.
Some good news, some bad news and some sad news on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back the man of style, Kyle Jackson of the Halifax Thunderbirds.
KJ47 has been on the show before but this is the first time as a 'soon to be father'! He and wife Dana found out they will be proud parents of a baby girl in 2021 so we offer a couple name suggestions.
We also talk about 'Coffee with Kyle', his online website where he blogs, vlogs and pods about life in pro sports, being in a relationship and how to stay sane during these wild times amongst other things.
He's gone from a young kid in Sarnia to the Big House in Michigan, the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester and now calls Halifax and The Nest home.
Another wonderful chat that you won't want to miss on this week's #OTCB20in20.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome in, Inspector Cloutier for another edition of 20 in 20.
Chris Cloutier has a knack for lighting the lamp and scoring some real timely goals. Case in point the 9 goals he had vs Loyola in the NCAA tournament, or the OT winner vs Maryland to give UNC their first title since 1991!
However, his rookie season in the NLL was a bumpy one and he only lasted 7 games in Philadelphia before he was traded to the Bandits. "Fit and Fitness" were deemed two of the reasons the trade was made- Cloutier agrees and disagrees with that sentiment.
Since he's arrived in Banditland he's back to his old self, scoring ridiculous goals and playing with all the confidence in the world.
It's another great chat full of laughs and stories about a career in lacrosse that's taken him all across North America. So enjoy 20 (or so) questions with Chris Cloutier on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we continue our 20 in 20 series with the man who scored 'The Goal' 20 years ago this summer, Kaleb Toth.
'We all squeezed the stick and we all pulled the trigger'- sure, a Tragically Hip line from a song about the Toronto Maple Leafs but it's a very apropos line to use when describing the shot from Toth, to lift the Toronto Rock past the Rochester Knighthawks in the 2000 NLL Cup finals.
That was the start of his pro lacrosse career that may have never gotten off the ground had his ECHL coach allowed him to move up to the IHL; hockey's loss was most definitely lacrosse's gain.
Since that goal, 9er went on to become of the most elite players in NLL history, winning a pair of titles for his hometown Calgary Roughnecks and two Mann Cups with the Victoria Shamrocks to go along with his MInto Cups as a member of the Burnaby Jr Lakers.
He has some amazing stories to tell and we get to a bunch of them, this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, Jordan Hall - #20 of the Georgia Swarm- joins us for another round of 20 in 20.
Hall, hails from Surrey BC and was one of the best young players in the province while in Intermediate and it helped him land a 4 year scholarship at the University of Delaware. He was a key cog in their 2007 run to the NCAA Final Four and helped the Blue Hens land Curtis Dickson.
Since he's arrived in the NLL though, his game took off to a whole new level. He's a born leader, a natural goal scorer and one of the best teammates you'll find in the game.
Plus, the #NLL had a zoom house-party, the Lacrosse Flash is voting on the Play of the Year, and sadly, we're still without lacrosse. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we bring you another instalment of the #OTCB20in20 with the man the call Superman, Curtis Dickson of the Calgary Roughnecks.
Dickson has been in the league since the Battle of Alberta was a real thing in the NLL, so he's seen a thing or two but he's also scored a few times in those battles so he's definitely plays the villain role very well.
His path to the NLL from Port Coquitlam, BC wasn't the longest or hardest road but four yeas at the University of Delaware really helped take his game to the next level.
We chat about being a Ginger, his moustache, life at Delaware, who his favourite referee is and 'Historical Roadside Attractions of America', all this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we got some sad news. The #NLL has decided to forgo the remainder of the regular season due to the on going Corona Virus epidemic. We all figured this news would come but it doesn't make it any easier to hear.
The Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz joins the show to update us on the latest news, and let the fans know the league is sourcing every option to try and crown a champion in it's 34th season,
Plus another edition of the #OTCB20in20 with Jake Elliott, who's been broadcasting multiple sports for 20 years! We talk about his start behind the mic, advice for aspiring broadcasters, how is father is doing and what its like to be 100LBS lighter.
So sit back, relax and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we bring you instalment three of the OTCB 20 in 20.
Joining us is the 20th overall selection in the 2019 NLL Entry Draft, Alex Pace of the Philadelphia Wings. Pace hails from Halifax, NS and having grown up playing all sorts of sports, he's thrilled to see the NLL having success in his home town.
His lacrosse career has gone form the maritimes to St. Catharines where he was a member of the vaunted Double Blue Jr A club, then finally to the NLL playing professional lacrosse. He scored his first pro goal back in January and had April 18th circled on his calendar- that was the day he was set to play pro lacrosse in his hometown.
Hear all about his journey to the City of Brotherly Love and all points in between on this week's 20 in 20, right here on OTCB,
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we're in full lockdown mode due to 'The 19', Bear and I are hangin' in there, and we've got another great guest.
Brad Kri of the Toronto Rock is the second guest to join us for 20 questions as we try and fill the void in lieu of lacrosse, sports and regular day normalcy. The Acton, ON native has a Founders, Minto and Mann Cup titles on his resume and it's allowed him to experience three cities that absolute love the game of lacrosse.
Now he's posted up in the RockPile with a few fellow Rock teammates trying to keep their distance and the fridges stocked.
We talk about his journey in lacrosse, life in Acton, boys trips and why he wears the number 20. So, come relieve some stress as Brad joins me for this week's OTCB 20 in 20 on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPocast we look to fill some time during the the unprecedented mid-season pause.
Long time friend of the show, Jacob Ruest is our guest this week as we play 20 Questions with the Mammoth forward. We'll talk college life, conditioning drills, college bars, Moms, Poutine, his hometown and much more.
Its the first edition of the #OTCB20in20 on this week's OTCBPodcast
This week on the OTCBPodcast we are are joined by the Commissioner of the NLL, Nick Sakiewicz as well Colorado Mammoth back-up goalie Tyler Carlson.
Our interview with the Commissioner was recorded 24hrs before the NLL announced the suspension of the season due to the Corona Virus; following suit with most other major professional leagues in North America. So while some of the context is now moot, it allows us a glimpse into the process the league has taken to ensure the health and safety of everyone around the league is at a priority. We also talk a bit about expansion and how the league continues to grow.
Carlson was thrown into action Sunday afternoon when the Knighthawks chased started Dillon Ward from the crease. As a back-up goalie you must always be ready for these situations and TC stole the show, as Colorado came back from a 7-1 deficit to knockoff Rochester 10-8 in one of the best games on the weekend.
We have no idea when the NLL will be back to action but let's hope it's sooner than later. But for now, please enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we check in on the two expansion clubs as their first #NLL seasons are drawing to a close.
First up is Dan Carey, the GM of the Knighthawks who did a wonderful job in both drafts to help his team get off on the right foot. They picked up their second win of the season this past weekend and if not for a few bad bounces they really could have a few more wins under their belt. A big western double-header this weekend will be a very tough test for the young club.
Mitch Belisle has seen his fair share of expansion teams but this year, his perspective is from the broadcast booth doing colour commentary for the RipTide. New York has struggled from the get go this year but they aren't going down without a fight. With six games remaining, this group continues to push their opponents for sixty minutes but one more loss and they're officially eliminated from the post season.
Plus a break down of week 14, a look ahead to week 15 and how do we stop the nets from coming loose from their magnets. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back Brad Self and Callum Crawford.
Self, AGM for the Colorado Mammoth was busy last week orchestrating a trade for Tyler Digby form the Riptide. Digby will bring some much needed size to the Mammoth offence as well as help create some space for his fellow right-handers. Self and his stay may not be done wheeling and dealing before the March 17th trade deadline but don't bet on him trading Dillon Ward.
Crawford and his Black Wolves teammates have two big games this weekend, and cannot afford to look past the Riptide on Friday night. As a long time NLL'er, Crawford has experience the highs and the lows on pro lacrosse but he continues to push himself to be the best player and teammate he can be
We'll break down week 13, set up week 14 and let you in on the trade between the Knighthawk and Bandits. All that and more, on this week's OTCBpodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we welcome back long time friends of the show, Chaka Bainbridge and Billy Dee Smith.
Bainbridge, is one of the #NLL's top regional attornies and represents many of the league's players but it's not such an easy job. He's also one of main cogs in the launching of the new NLL Alumni that has been formed to bring back so many former players to the league.
Smith is one of my all-time favorite guests, players and people to chat lacrosse with. A long time NLL D-man, now he's in charge of the backend for the Halifax Thunderbirds. It's been a faily seemless transition to the coaching ranks but he's still as passionate as ever, even if he's on the bench in a suit and tie.
Plus, we look back at week 12, set up week 13 and marvel at the fact that Calgay has only played three times in 2020. All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast, we chat with Dane Dobbie and Chris Gill.
Dobbie has been served his six game suspension but it's actually 80+ days since he's been out; needless to say he's chomping at the bit to get back at it. He'll have to wait until next week when the Roughnecks head to Georgia but the reigning NLL MVP is ready to put all this behind him and help the Roughnecks defend their title.
Gill and the Vancouver Warriors have been legit road warriors so far this season with trips to Philly, New England, Rochester and now to Toronto. It's good for team bonding but it also means they're having to be tested by some of the top teams outside their division.
Plus, we break down week 11, set up week 12 and give you a few rather large milestones to keep an eye out for this weekend. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the #OTCBPodcast we'll chat week 10, the NLL's inaugural #SinCityShowdown, set you up for week 11 and talk to two amazing men
First up, we welcome back long time friend of the show Bruce Codd from the Toronto Rock. Codd and his D core held Halifax to a season low 9 goals en route to handing them their first loss of the season. We discuss the importance of transition goals, ball possession, guys stepping up and why Zach Manns has been even more impressive than originally hoped.
But it's our conversation with #MILL O.G. Rick Sowell that will keep your ears tuned in. Rick was a pioneer of the black community in the lacrosse world. He only started playing in grade ten but over the next decade, he would become a 2x D3 All-American, the D3 Midfielder of the Year and a 3x MILL All-Pro with the Baltimore Thunder. One of only two black players to every ben named captain of a pro-indoor team and the first black coach in the NCAA D1 Lacrosse. He's an icon, a legend and and incredible human being. As we celebrate Black History Month and it's connection with the game of lacrosse, I hope you'll enjoy our chat.
All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we get you set up for week 10 in the #NLL with Jordan MacIntosh of the Swarm, and Casey Jackson from the Seals. MacIntosh and the Swarm haven't gotten off to the best of starts but as they sit at .500, they're about to embark on a crucial string of games that could really turn their season around. However, we start our conversation talking about the legendary Kobe Bryant. Jackson has been to Las Vegas for Super Bowl weekend before, but this will be the first time he, or anyone, has played an NLL game there at the same time; safe to say he's pretty excited. However, he and all the players from the Seals and Mammoth know that this is a massive game for both teams. Business first, Vegas second. So sit back and enjoy two wonderful chats as we set up week 19 in the NLL right here on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we break down a wild week 8, which saw both expansion franchises secure their first wins, including Dan MacRae's OT winner for the Riptide. MacRae signed as a UFA in New York after winning a championship in Calgary. Now he's looking to lead this young group in an old school NLL market. Adam Levi is from New York but lives on the west coast, lucky for all of us, it hasn't stopped him from expertly covering the NLL coast to coast. He'll stop by to talk all things NLL. Plus we'll get your set up for week 9 and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we double dip for the first time. Zach Manns of the Toronto Rock wanted his good buddy Marshal King of the Calgary Roughnecks to join him on the show this week, so who was I to say no. The two former Jr Shamrocks are having fantastic starts to their rookie seasons in the NLL and their friendship goes long beyond the lacrosse floor. Brad MacArthur made many friends during his tenure in the NLL and now, he's uniting those relationships into the new NLL Alumni Association. Plus we set you up for a wild week 8 in which there are indeed eight games; all that and more, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we go coast to coast to speak with some of the NLL's best. First up, Cody Jamieson of the Halifax Thunderbirds. Jammer is one of the true ambassadors for our sport and does so with class, professionalism and generational knowledge handed down to him from his elders. Joel McCready has missed almost an entire year due to an achilles injury; but he's back and couldn't be happier to be on the turf with his Vancouver Warrior teammates. Finally, friend of the show Rich Lisk checks in from his new office with GFSports- the parent company of the New York Riptide. It's another great episode, with the wonderful guests and much more, this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we ring in the new with two beauties-
Jacob Ruest of the Colorado Mammoth and Ian Rubel, defensive coach for the Philadelphia Wings. Ruest has been off to an incredible start to the season, just four goals shy of his entire total from last year. He and the Mammoth take on the Warriors in the NLL Game of the Week, Saturday night from Denver.
Ian Rubel never really saw coaching in his future until he was brought on with the St. Catharine's Jr program over a decade ago. Since then, he's been worked his was to be along side two of the NLL's great talents in Paul Day and Tracey Kelusky. Coming off a massive road win in Calgary, the Wings head out to Long Island looking for their first back-to-back since returning to Philly.
Plus a mini recap of a busy week 5, set you up for a quiet week 6 and give you my All-Decade team; right here on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome Steve Govett and Dallas Eliuk to the show. The San Diego Seals and President Steve Govett announced Monday that the Seals would take on the Warriors in the first ever NLL game outside. It's just another example of how Govett is never satisfied with where the game is currently- always pushing forward. Eliuk was the same way with his playing style. One of the most acrobatic and athletic goalies you will ever see, Dallas is a true pioneer between the pipes. Now working with USBOXLA, Eliuk is helping groom the first wave of youthful American box goalies. Plus wrapping up week 4, setting up week 5 and I make the case for the Black Wolves to be 8-2 by March. All that and more on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome Brett Hickey of the Philadelphia Wings and Reilly O'Connor of the New England Black Wolves. Hickey missed the final 15 games last year with the Wings, so he's been waiting for Saturday night's season opener for almost an entire year. Can he get back to the 50 goal plateau he hit with the Rock in 2015? O'Connor is in his 4th year with the Wolves and they all believe this to be the year they take the step to become one of the top teams in the league. They'll take on the high-powered Rush Saturday night as both teams look to go to 2-0. Plus Dane Dobbie will serve his full 6 game suspension and are the San Diego Seals taking the NLL outside? All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we'll break down the opening week of the new season which had a little but of everything. Three games in week two will leave us with just the Philadelphia Wings still to play a regular season game. Josh Byrne of the Buffalo Bandits stops by to get us ready for the home-opener in Banditland, plus Tyson Geick from The Lacrosse Flash joins us to talk about a new focus on connecting players to the fans. All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we get you set for the #NLL #FaceoffWeekend as the 2019-20 season is finally here! First up, Pat Coyle- HC/GM of the Colorado Mammoth. He lets us know how his team is preparing for Friday night, with plenty of new faces and a new outlook. Next up, Mike Hasen from the Rochester Knighthawks, who discusses the new colours, brand new squad and taking on the high-powered Swarm, Saturday night. Plus the good and bad from all 13 rosters on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome three guests to the show that will keep your ears busy for the next hour. First up long time friend of the show, fan favourite and all-round good dude, Mike Poulin of the Georgia Swarm. Poulie is coming of a fantastic summer where he won the Mann Cup and WILC, so he's excited to get back to work with the Swarm. Pat Gregoire has been a long time regular on the show but now he has a new title, Colour Commentator for the Thunderbirds- we couldn't be happier for SPG! Finally, a busy off-season for the NLL from a sports business standpoint as Kevin Morgan, NLL EVP and CRO, has been incredibly active in bringing in new sponsorships for the players and fans benefit. All that and more on the final pre-season edition of the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we continue to get you set for the new NLL season by checking in with one of the newest San Diego Seals, Jeremy Noble, as well as Toronto Rock D coach, Bruce Codd. Plus teams continue to trim down their rosters ahead of the November 23rd deadline. Oh and BizNasty may be coming to an NLL arena near you. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we continue to get you set for opening day as NLL training camps roll on. Warren Jefferey was Colorado's 1st round draft pick and was amped up to get his first camp under his belt. Christian Del Bianco, has had a few more camps than Jeffrey, but the excitement level is just the same. Plus the Seals and Mammoth will play a regular season game in, LAS VEGAS!!! All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we check in with the first overall draft pick, Tyson Gibson of the New York Riptide. Coming off an incredible career at RMU and two solid seasons with the Victoria Shamrocks, Gibson's stock continued to rise right up until draft night. Now, he's got his first NLL camp under his belt and is ready for more. The Vancouver Warriors also kicked off training camp last weekend and colour analyst Brad Challoner was there watching all the action. We are officially a month away from opening weekend, so sit back and enjoy this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome back the GM of the New England Black Wolves, Rich Lisk. Every time Rich is on the show, it's great; this time was no exception. It's been a busy off season for the Black Wolves and Lisk has been at the centre of it with the NLL Draft and off-season acquisitions. But while he's focused on turning the Black Wolves into a bonafide contender in the newly realigned East division, he's also got a ton of incredible stories to tell about his time working for the WWF. Those experiences have helped him become a more savvy sports business person and in his role as GM in the NLL. So sit back and relax as Rich and I chat life, lax and the squared circle this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast, we welcome the newly named Deputy Commissioner and EVP of Business Affairs for the NLL, Jessica Berman. After spending more than a decade with the NHL, a chance introduction to current Commissioner, Nick Sakiewicz was all it took for her to jump on board. Her work in community development and grassroots growth over the past four years has helped the NHL include so many more people into the game with outreach programs and events. As a bonus, she's been in the war-rooms during CBA labour negotiations between the NHL and NHLPA. Her experience, knowledge and passion will be a tremendous boon for the NLL.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- Summer Sessions, the newest assistant GM in the NLL, Brad Self. A 3x NLL Champion, Brad took four years off from pro lacrosse to pursue his pro hockey dreams in Europe. When he came back, he turned himself into one of the games top transition players, winning the award for League's best in 2016. The native of Peterborough ON, grew up watching some of the games icons and played with some of the best in the world; and we're not just talking lacrosse. So sit back and relax as the newly named assistant GM of the Colorado Mammoth, Brad Self joins us for this week's OTCB Summer Session.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we debut out firs Summer Session- a one on one in-depth chat with a lacrosse newsmaker. First up, no stranger to lacrosse fans, it's Mike Accurssi; the first ever head coach of the Halifax Thunderbirds. Nicknamed 'No Mercy', Accurssi built himself a wonderful resume as a player and most recently cut his teeth as an assistant along side ling time friend and teammate Mike Hasen. Now he get his shot to be a head coach and he couldn't be more excited. We cover a lot of topics from sleeper buses, coaching styles, Mann Cup and the Syracuse Smash. So crack yourself a cold one and sit back while enjoy our chat on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Rhys Duch became an instant Calgary hero when his shot beat Matt Vinc, 1:12 into overtime giving the Roughnecks their 3rd, NLL title. Duch joins the show to talk about the moment the ball went in, the celebrations and struggles of the season. Pat Gregoire joins us one last time to put a bow on the NLL Season and we'll break down what was an incredible 2018/19 season in the NLL. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get you set for gm2 of the NLLCup between the Roughnecks and Bandits. Calgary looking to win their 3rd title in franchise history and third on home floor. Can CDB and Riggers D hold the fort? We'll ask Brad Challoner that as well as if we can expect any line-up changes Saturday night. Pat Gregoire talks about what the Bandits need to do to force a deciding gm3 back in Buffalo, while former Roughneck Geoff Snider would love to see another title come to his hometown. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we're down to the final two- as the Bandits and Roughnecks get set to battle for the NLLCup. Rob Williams defensive game plan held the Mammoth to 4 goals in the West finals, does he think he can find the right game plan for the Bandits? John Tavares is no stranger to NLL Finals but how does it differ now that he's a coach? Plus Pay Gregoire stops by to break down this series and let us know if it's going to go the distance. All that and more on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we get you set for the Divisional Finals in the NLLPlayoffs. Joey Cupido was the hero last Friday as the Mammoth finally got the Saskatchewan road monkey off their backs with a dramatic OT win. They'll now face their playoff nemesis, the Calgary Roughnecks for a chance to advance to their first NLLFinals since 2006. Dan Lintner and the Toronto Rock, held on by the skin of their teeth to knock off the Georgia Swarm and advance to face their long time rivals, the Buffalo Bandits. We'll chat with Pat Gregoire about home-floor advantage (or lack there-of), as well as bring you up to speed on some new rules out west in the WLA. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get you set for the first round of the #NLLPlayoffs. Four games in nights to pair eight teams down to four, and it all gets going on Friday night. Dan Dawson and the expansion Seals impressed everyone all year long and their play earned them a home play-off game. Can they break out of their slump and knockoff the Roughnecks? Cody Jamieson played his final game as a member of the Rochester Knighthawks on Saturday and it was a very emotional night for everyone involved- he joins us to talk about the highs and lows of the final season for Knighthawks 1.0. We have our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire who doesn't disagree with the idea that we could see a first round upset, and Joel Feld from the NLL stops by to talk about the league's partnership with Turner Sports and what's next for the league in terms of broadcasting. All that and more, on a jam-packed OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPocast we catch up with Dane Dobbie of the Calgary Roughnecks, Pat Gregoire and Regy Thorpe. Dobbie is on the verge of becoming the first NLL player in quite some time to have the most goals, assists AND points in a single season. He and the Roughneck have won three straight and will get a bye before their first round play-off matchup. Gregoire thinks they're a bit of a wagon. He also talks about possible first round play-off matchups in the East, and the Brooklin Lacrosse Club moving away from the Redmen name. Thorpe is on the road with the 'Cuse Women's team but he's also keeping a close eye on the NLL as he'll become the first HC/GM for the New York RipTide so he's going to be an even busier guy this summer. All that and more, on a jam packed OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we are still one team shy of the eight needed for the NLLPlayoffs and that's cause the Mammoth lost and the Warriors one. So we must wait another week. Logan Schuss of the Warriors stops by to talk about this clubs big win Sunday over a tied Wings clubs as Vancouver keeps their eyes on the post-season. Pat Gregoire talks about the impact Austin Staats' knee injury could have on the Seals and also talks about the race for Defender of the Year. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we break week 17 as seven of eight playoff bound teams have been confirmed. Julian Garritano of the Mammoth stops by to talk about the tough loss to the Rush Saturday night as well as his first NLL goal. Pat Gregoire lets us know if Seals fans should be concerned about the clubs two losses on the road this weekend. And Friday night, Jim Veltman will have his #32 retired by the Toronto Rock; the NLL legend joins us to chat life and lax on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, six of eight teams have booked their tickets to the play-offs, who will the final two entrants be? Well Colorado and New England both have one foot in the door and they could step all the way through with a win this weekend. Robert Church and the Saskatchewan Rush would like to slow Colorado down this week and delay their plans but it won't be easy. Pat Gregoire breaks down why the season Garrett Billings is having is San Diego is such a great story and Ashley Docking checks in to talk all things Rock. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we have just a few weeks left in the regular season and teams are starting to jockey for position. Out East, Dhane Smith and the Bandits are on a heater, having won 8 of their last 9 - as they hold on to the top seed. Out West, the San Diego Seals are the first team to book a ticket to the post-season while the Colorado Mammoth have created some distance between themselves and the Vancouver Warriors. There's still lots to play for so we'll ask Pat Gregoire to break some of it down for us, plus try and decide what to do with Rule-41.4. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- a wild week 14 brought us six unreal games that all went down to the wire. Kyle Killen of the Mammoth has points in all of his first nine pro games; more importantly, he has helped bring some youthful fire and energy to the line=up. The Caven, ON native is enjoying his time in the NLL and is showing no signs of slowing down. Jesse King on the hand, is still waiting to get things going with his new team. After a draft day deal sent him from Georgia to Calgary, King has been sidelined with a second knee injury that has seen him miss the entire start of the year. Will he return in 2019? Tune in to find out, plus much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- the gremlins did their best to silence the show, but here we are- just missing our great guests. We'll break down the sort of busy trade deadline that saw the Knighthawks make six deals sending out key UFAs while acquiring as many young players and draft picks they could. The Mammoth continue to struggle at home, the Bandits look to clinch a play-off spot and we still don't know the final ruling of Callum Crawford's appeal. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Defensive coach of the San Diego Seals, Bill Greer stops by as his troops are coming off a big win over Vancouver and head to Denver this weekend. Pat Gregoire has seen some strength in Bryan Cole's game, and Paul Day is fresh off a two week break and ready to get the Wings back on the winning track. Plus viral videos bring out the trolls, was Sunday Callum Crawford's last game till the end of April? All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast,
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the head honcho stops by for a long overdue chat. Nick Sakiewicz has been a very busy man the last few weeks and this past weekend he helped unveil the two newest NLL franchises in Halifax and New York. We chat about future expansion, the NLL Hall of Fame, BR/Live and much more. Plus our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire focuses on the dangerous hit by Callum Crawford and what repercussions he'll face and how it could effect the Black Wolves. All that and more on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the Toronto Rock continue find ways to win 1-goal games. We now know the name of the two newest NLL teams as Halifax and New York unveil their logos and colours; but what will the NLL look like in terms of divisional alignment in 2020? Plus Ty Merrow talks about the Swarm's troubles, Marty O'Neil talks goaltenders and Pat Gregoire would like David Brock to be in the DOTY considerations. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we chat with the newest member of the 900pt club, Callum Crawford of the New England Black Wolves. The Vancouver Warriors are coming off a big win over the Seals- colour man Brad Challoner checks in on all things Vancouver. Plus our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire, some NLL milestones were hit this weekend and much more all this week on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- the San Diego Seals are the top team in the NLL West even after a two week break, defender Cam Holding stops by to talk all things Seals. We'll have our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire as he wants to know why there's only 1 team above .500 out west, who won the Keogh trade and why more people are talking about Zach Currier. But the main focus this week is with Ray Hodgkinson and his incredible life journey from lacrosse, to functioning addict, to cross-fit and now hopefully back to lacrosse. It's an amazing story and one I hope you'll all enjoy. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, three friends of the show stop by to enlighten out ears on all things NLL. Steve Bermel is always on the pulse of the Bandits even if he's in Florida- this weekend the Bandits had a tough back to back and Steve will break it all down. Pat Gregoire thinks the Rock are still under the radar a bit but could Nick Rose be in the conversation for MVP? Finally, Tyson Geick of the Lacrosse Flash checks in to discuss his most recent project and how it can change how we see the sport. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast,
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we're joined by to incredibly smart offensive lacrosse minds. Blaine Manning has been running the Rock bench for the past few years now and in 2019, they're finally healthy which can only mean good things. But are the 4-1 Rock flying under the radar? Out west, Shawn Williams is in his first year as offensive coach for the Mammoth and while it hasn't been smooth sailings to start the season, knocking off the Mammoth Sunday was a huge boost to this club. Plus Pat Gregoire stops by, we talk top5 righties, rookie of the year runner up and much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we must learn from Saturday in Philadelphia and not let it take away from what was an incredible weekend in the NLL. Clem D'Orazio from the Black Wolves stops by to talk about his clubs recent form coming off to big W over western powerhouses. Ben McIntosh's Rush have lost to the Wolves but have won back to back games since; he's had 10 goals in those two wins. Our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire discusses the Wolves success, Austin Staats and double headers. Plus the incredible coaching lineage throughout the NLL and much more on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we have two Pats and a Big Cat joining the show. First up, Pat Merrill, HC and GM of the San Diego Seals is just a few days away from his team's first ever home game. Needless to say, everyone is pumped up for Saturday night. Smokin' Pat gives us his thoughts on the Swarm, Bandits and the trade that saw Crowley head back to Philadelphia. The Big Cat checks in to talk about the trade that sees him traded back to the team that originally drafted him into the NLL. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we take a quick look back at week 1 in the NLL, and what a splendiferous weekend it was. Scott Gabrielsen used to captain the Philadelphia Wings; now he's their colour commentator and was on hand to witness their return. Elliot Saccucci is one of a small group of Regional Attorneys who work with the NLL players on their contracts- we check in on how negotiations are going with two of his main clients. Pat Coyle is wearing an extra hat in Colorado now with the departure of Dan Carey; and our weekly chat with Pat Gregoire. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we have a jam packed show. Two of the nicest guys in all of lacrosse, Mike Poulin and Dillon Ward stop by to give us some goalie insight as we head into the first weekend of the new NLL season. We check in with Pat Gregoire for the first time; Pat will be a weekly guest giving us league wide insight. Plus VP of Lax Ops, Brian Lemon checks in with somethings fans will want to watch out for during the game. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we are back; and so in the NLL. Just two weeks to build a team and get ready for week one so GMs and Coaches have a very tough task ahead of them. Dan Coates missed all of lastyear with a knee injury so this weekend was his first camp in two years; needless to say he was jacked up to get back on the turf with the Mammoth. Corey Small spent the last four season in Vancouver, now he's a member of the Buffalo Bandits and it still hasn't quite sunk in yet. Plus two new NLL teams and more to come, all that and more on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, it all comes down to a winner take all, game 3 for the NLLCup. Rochester forced a deciding game with a win on home floor last Saturday to push the series to the limit. Matt Hossack of the Saskatchewan Rush, will be looking to deny his older brother Graeme and the Knighthawks the title. The Port Perry Native has blazed a trail of success everywhere he has gone and the NLL is no different. We'll break down game 2, set up game three and get you ready for the final game of the season. Plus, the Seals won the coin toss, Christian Del Bianco plays for the Shamrocks and once again the lacrosse family mourns. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we catch up with former NLL goalie and GM, Marty O'Neil. Having travelled the work watching the game and helping give back in his own way, O'Neil has a sharp sense of what works and what doesn't, So this week we'll pick his brain about game 1 of the NLLFinals, the goalie duel between Matt Vinc and Evan Kirk plus what he thinks about the goalie talent pool as we near expansion. All that and more on busy edition of the OTCBPodcast,
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the voice on the NLLCup, Brendan Glasheen joins me to preview game 1 of the Championship Series. The Knighthawks and Rush will play a best 2 of 3 starting this Saturday in 'Toon Town and it can be seen live on Twitter and NLLTV. The KHawks won both games during the regular season but you can throw all that in the garbage as the Finals are a completely different animal. Plus, a game 2 half time coin-toss between the Seals and the Wings, the WLA season kicks off Wednesday night and they'll have three officials. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we catch up with two long time friends and coaching foes as they get set to battle in the NLL West Division Finals. Curt Malawsky and his Calgary Roughnecks once again defeated the Colorado Mammoth in the play-offs, advancing to the West Finals to face the rested Saskatchewan Rush. The Rush are lead by Derek Keenan who was able to sit back and watch what Malawsky's team had to offer and was keenly taking notes. Out East, the Knighthawks cruised past the Black Wolves and will now visit the defending champs down in Georgia. There's plenty to talk about as we are now down to the final four on the road to the NLL Cup; all this week, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the NLL playoffs are here and so is a new trophy. The league unveiled the newly designed and named, National Lacrosse League Cup this week and it was met with mixed reviews. Regardless, the six remaining NLL clubs won't care what it looks like come June when they lift it over their heads in glory. Dan MacRae from the Roughnecks and Callum Crawford of the Black Wolves will do their part to help their teams continue the path to the finals. Plus, records broken in the NLL and MLL, Gavin Prout pumps some kid in Europe and we say good-bye to Les Wingrove. All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the East comes down to the final weekend and maybe even the final game. What a wild scene it's going to be as all five NLL Eastern Division teams are still alive. Nick Rose and the Toronto Rock face a do die game Saturday against the Mammoth. Colorado GM, Dan Carey is confident his team will be ready as they look to end their three game losing streak and go into the post-season on a winning note. We'll break down the east, set you with all the possibilities plus so much more on this week's episode of the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with two former NLL'ers who have made a fantastic transition into the broadcast booth. Both Mitch Belisle and Andrew McBride have been key cogs on championship defences but now, they're helping analyse the game during NLLTV broadcasts. They'll join me to talk about the Swarm and Roughnecks who are both playing some excellent lacrosse. Also this week, the slumping Mammoth, which goalie to play and when, a massive Eastern battle in Buffalo and more; all this week, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we speak with Rush captain, Chris Corbeil. Like so many of us, Chris has road buses with teams most of his life and knows what it's like to sit in those same seats as the Humbolt Broncos Junior Hockey team. It was an emotional night in Saskatoon and Rush Nation was in full voice not only supporting the NLL club but the Broncos as well. Also, the West division is finalised while the East could see a 5-way tie at 8-8 by the time the weekend is over. An ALL champion is crowned and we discuss music in games. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast
This week on the OTCBPodcast we welcome the newly named GM and Head Coach of the San Diego Seals Patrick Merrill. A veteran of 15 years in the NLL, a multiple time Mann, Minto and NLL Champions, Merrill has a born winning pedigree and is a great addition to the Seals' staff. Plus the West is all but set while the East is a complete clustered mess with just 1.5 games separating the entire division. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz stops by on the heels of another major digital announcement from the NLL. Plus the Stealth win on the road, John Grant gets his jersey retired, Todd Lebranche goes viral and so much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the reigning NLL MVP, Lyle Thompson stops by to talk all things Swarm and more. The third year pro is trying to help his team get back to the NLL Finals and with five games remaining, they have their work cut out for them in a very tight Eastern division. Plus, the Mammoth have won five straight, the NLL Deadline was a total dud and the West play-off teams could be decided this weekend. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we check in on the two hottest teams in the NLL right now, the Rochester Knighthawks and Colorado Mammoth. Kyle Jackson scored the OT winner in Rochester while Dillon Ward made 44 saves in Denver. Plus, all three games this past weekend were decide by one goal, protecting the goalies is a focus for the league and Superman flies back out west. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we catch up with Colorado Mammoth Head Coach, and NLL Hall of Famer Pat Coyle. Pat has been there and done that in his in lacrosse career and now he's instilling that knowledge on the future of the sport. His Mammoth have won three in a row and will take on the pesky and despised Calgary Roughnecks in a very important NLL West match-up. Meanwhile, the Saskatchewan Rush continue to lead the way atop the NLL and are doing with an insane 76% efficiency on the PP. Plus, Shawn Evans and Dan Dawson have mixed results in their debuts with their new clubs, and is the NLL officially ready to head to Halifax? All that and more, on this episode of the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Billy Dee Smith of the red hot Rochester Knighthawks stops by to chat. After 15 years in Buffalo, Smith now plays for their I-90 Rivals in Rochester and this past Saturday was his game back in Banditland. An emotional night for all, made more so by the news of former Bandit and NLL player Ray Guze. Plus, the West is getting more clear while the East continues to be a jumbled mess. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome to rising stars to the show; Christian Del Bianco from the Roughnecks and Josh Byrne from the Bandits. Both had slow starts to their careers but are flying high right now for their respective clubs. Plus the NLL Trade deadline is fast approaching and we've already had our first big trade as the Swarm clear space for more picks. We're on to the back-half of the NLL season and it's time to make some moves. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we cover an action packed week 10 and set you up for week 11. Plus, the Bandits are red hot, the Swarm are not. The Rush cruised past the Stealth to leave seven games clear from top to bottom. The Commissioner spoke with the SBPodcast and much more this week's OTCBPocast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the Stealth drop another close game and to maybe find some more offence, they traded for Pat Saunders. The Arthur, Ontario product is familiar with the LEC and is excited to get back out West. Plus, the Rush won back to back after a brutal travel day from Denver, the Knighthawks have dropped five straight and Christian Del Bianco had himself quite a night. All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we welcome Nick Rose and Robert Church back to the show. Rosey has been playing lights out between the pipes for the Rock as they have won four straight and are straight up dominating teams. The Rush on the other hand, are just as powerful upfront and Robert Church is one of the main sources of offence. Plus Tom Schrieber is really good, Dane Dobbie could be a Hall of Famer and who's your favourite all-time off ball player? All that and more, on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with the newly named GM and Head Coach of the Philadelphia Wings, Paul Day. Plus we'll break down the two games from last weekend, catch up on some NLL odd's and ends, chat about Team USA as well set up a big week in the NLL with four crucial games. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast; There are still two undefeated teams left in the NLL as we enter week 6 of the season. Lucky for us, they will go toe-to-toe in Denver this Saturday night live on Twitter. The Rush and Mammoth will put high power O against stingy D and a perfect record will be on the line. Evan Kirk of the Rush, who came over in the blockbuster off season trade with New England, has fit in nicely with his new club; this week he joins me to talk about his new teammates as well as the NLL's every growing relationship with Under Armour. Plus reaching 20+ goals is even easier this year and what is going on with the Vancouver Stealth. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, it's a new year but the NLL season is already into week 5. After a wicked snow storm punished the east coast, Mike Hasen and Jake Elliott fill us in on their travels woes. The Colorado Mammoth are 3-0 to start the season while the Eastern Conference is bunched up tight. Plus two former NLL'ers made their NLLTV debuts this week and were nothing short of fantastic. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with Zack Greer ahead of his first game with the Mammoth this year. Greer missed opening weekend but is excited to be back on the turf against the defending champs from Georgia. Greer, like our second guest Dean French, had an incredible relationship with Dave Huntley. The lacrosse world lost an icon Monday, when Huntley suddenly passed away down in Florida. Both guests will share their memories Hunts. All that and more, on this week's show.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, week 1 of the new NLL season is in the books and there were some fantastic performances; as well as some uninspiring ones. Jesse King was the former. In his first game back since an ACL injury in 2015, King made his return to the Swarm line-up and scored a hat-trick despite his team dropping a close game to the Black Wolves. Jeff Shattler's Saskatchewan Rush, have yet to hit the turf this year but he's an exciting lead up to the new year with the latest addition to the Shattler household. Plus some great rookie debuts, attendance numbers and much more, on this week's edition of the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we are just a few days away from the start to another NLL season as all but one of team will see action this weekend. Mike Poulin of the defending Champion, Georgia Swarm stops by as his club looks to defend their belt. Ryan Benesch has a new home, and he drove there. The newest Mammoth will check in from Denver as he and his new mates will look to hand the Stealth a loss to start the year. Plus more ways to watch the games this year, John Grant will get his number retired and a new arena deal in Seattle could be a future home for the NLL. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we are just 11 days away from the start of the new season. The Calgary Roughnecks missed the post-season last year and will look to climb the Western ladder this year with a new look lineup. Unfortunately, Wes Berg has yet to sign a contract for this year and that could be a huge loss. Former 'Necks Captain, Andrew McBride stops by to talk all things Calgary plus he'll dabble into the CLA fiasco. Plus we'll break down all nine NLL rosters and let you know who made the cut and who didn't. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Colorado Mammoth GM Dan Carey stops by to talk about this club's first training camp of the year. This is Carey's first NLL Camp as GM and with off-season injuries, his skills will be put to the test early. With NLL camps underway for most of the nine teams, we look at some of the early positional battles that you may want to keep an eye on as we get closer and closer to the start of the new season. Plus lacrosse expansion south of the boarded and why is Shawn Cable collecting used mattresses. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with the recently retired, 17 season NLL veteran and all round great guy, Anthony Cosmo. Speaking of the NLL, the Rock and Black Wolves opened up pre=season season with weekend camps as we're not just over one month away from the start of a new year. Plus. Rory McDade will be behind the bench next year in New Westminster and the Canadian National Team members are forming an Association. All that and more, on this week's OTCB
This week on the OTCBPOdcast, we pick up right were we left off; talking expansion and rumours. Marisa Ingemi has been breaking news like it's her job lately and she' correctly reported on the NLL's first wave of expansion as well as the new name of the San Diego team; so what's her secret? Tyson Geick, has also been on the inside track with breaking news but that's because he's the main man at NLLTV. Hear from both as we start to get set for NLL Training Camps to being. Plus, the fall-out from the Heritage Cup and 5 years of JR in BC. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Mike Board and the Calgary Roughnecks have the 3rd overall pick in Monday night's NLL Entry draft and his pick isn't as cut and dry as the first two. The NLL announced a press conference Thursday to announce the return of the NLL to the city of brotherly love; the man 'behind' the push Barstool Jordie will join me. Plus we'll talk about the fantastic Mann Cup series brewing between the Bellies and Lakers. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we chat with the newly named and appointed President of the yet to be named San Diego NLL franchise. Govett was a busy man last week and will be for the next 15 months as he looks to do in San Diego, what he did in Denver. Curtis Dickson will make a few trips to San Diego in the years to come but his focus right now is trying to win his first Mann Cup. He and the Peterborough Lakers knocked off the defending Mann Cup Champs from Six Nations in five games and will take on the New Westminster Salmonbellies for the National Championships starting Friday. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
On this week's OTCBPodcast, Patty Merrill helped lead the Six Nations Arrows to their third Minto Cup in four years. Alex Bugue is doing his best to lead the New Westminster Salmonbellies to their 25th Mann Cup and Kyle Devitte brings us up to speed on the leaked documents of every MLL player EVER. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we check back in with Pat Gregoire who's doing colour work for the 2017 Minto Cup, as Coquitlam and Six Nations get set to battle in a best of five for the National Jr A Championships. The Road to the Mann Cup continues as both MSL and WLA Finals get going. Plus the growth of lacrosse in North America, a major upset at the Midget Nationals and the MLL crowns a champion. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Pat Gregoire, who will be one half of the JVI broadcast team covering the Minto Cup, stops by to set the scene as the 2017 Jr A National Championships begins Thursday in Brampton. In the Sr loop, we have ourselves THREE game sevens and could have a fourth in what has become the most interesting playoffs in recent memory on the Road to the Mann Cup. We'll touch on the Founders and Presidents Cup plus much much more, this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we check in with Andrew McBride, Head Coach of the Okotoks Raides- one of four teams headed to Brampton for the 2017 Minto Cup that begins on Aug 17th. We'll go down both the Road to the Minto and the Mann Cup, check in with the USBOXLA Nationals and see what former Knighthawks has come back to the nest to stand on the bench. All that and more, on OTCB.
On this week's OTCBPodcast- NLL Free Agency started with two blockbusters that shook the NLL world. Ryan Benesch was traded from Buffalo to Colorado for Callum Crawford and Alex Buque. Benesch stops by to discuss the move. Also, the Rush were busy once again, sending UFA Goalie Aaron Bold to the Black Wolves for Evan Kirk. We'll break down both trades plus the Burnaby Lakers are one win away from a WLA regular season title while the Mimico Mountaineers are off the the Minto. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the lacrosse news-wire almost broke with everything that has gone down over the past 48hrs and we try to bring you up to speed with it all. Jim Milligan is out as HC/GM of the Burnaby Lakers, Adam Jones goes from the Rush to the Rock, and a wild pre-game brawl prior to game 1 of the OJALL semifinal series between Mimico and Brampton saw one players arrested and charged with assault. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, one the all-time greatest lacrosse players EVER, John Grant Jr, announced his retirement from the NLL Monday. Concussions brought an end to a first ballot Hall of Fame career and he joins us to talk about the decision. Dana Dobbie, one of Canada's greatest women's field lacrosse players, ever, stops by from Manchester, England as the Canadian Women's team has finished 2nd in pool play and will face New Zealand in the QFs of the FIL World Championships. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with the new appointed GM of the Colorado Mammoth, Dan Carey. Plus tons of international lacrosse talk and the roads to the Minto and Mann Cups are heating up. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we speak with the out-going President, Governor and GM of the Colorado Mammoth, Steve Govett. Govett announced last week that he would be leaving the team for other lacrosse endeavours, and while we don't know what that means, there are some people who think they have the inside track. Plus the NLL finished off their end of the year awards with no more major surprises and the Summer ball season is winding down in the Jr leagues and just heating up in the Sr loop. All that and more, on this week'S OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we check in with Champions Cup winning goalie Mike Poulin, who was recently named the NLL's teammate of the year. Poulin is doing the media rounds with the trophy down in Atlanta while enjoying a summer off from lacrosse. Vancouver Stealth GM, Doug Locker will have a busy summer ahead of him as nearly half his roster is either an RFA or a UFA. Plus my take on the NLL Awards and free agency. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, a quick recap of the NLL final from two weeks ago- plus new WLA Commissioner Paul Dal Monte and MSL know-it-all Stephen Stamp. Plus June 20th is now Georgia Swarm Day deep in ATL and the Summer loops are in full swing. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
On this week's OTCBPodcast we speak with both Derek Keenan and Eddie Comeau to get their thoughts after an intense, high-scoring game one of the Champions Cup Finals. The Swarm dropped 18 on the two-time defending champs for the second time this year and are no one win away from the franchise's first title. However, the Rush get to go home to friendly confines of SaskTel Centre and will be ready to do all they can to force a game three down in Georgia. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- we speak with two former members of the Limestone Saints lacrosse team that will go head to in the NLL Finals; Shayne Jackson of the Georgia Swarm and Mike Messenger of the Saskatchewan Rush. It should be an incredible series that kicks off Sunday down in Georgia. Speaking of Georgia, Atlanta's own, Ludacris will be performing live during half-time of game 1 this Sunday. There so much to talk this week as we get set for game one of what should be a tremendous series between the NLL's top two teams. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast- gremlins attack my interview with the Commissioner. But he still had plenty to say and we'll let you hear as much of it as we can. Plus we have our two final combatants for the NLL Finals; the Georgia Swarm and the Saskatchewan Rush. Plus Casey Powell gets inducted in the US Hall of Fame and the World Games are going to Israel. All that and more, on this week's edition of the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, we get set for game two of the East and West Divisional Finals. The top seeded Swarm and Rush both won on the road and will look to book their ticket to the NLL FInals but if the road teams can win again, then we will be faced with the dreaded Mini-Game. The NLL Awards nominees will slowly start to be announced as we get closer to the finals and with an extra week off between the Divisional Finals and Finals, teams will have more time to pack the arenas. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast we get set for the NLL Divisional Finals. The Colorado Mammoth outlasted the Vancouver Stealth to finally advance to the West Finals, where the two time defending champs from Saskatchewan await them. Out East, the Toronto Rock used a 9-1 run to blow away the New England Black Wolves and keep their hopes alive of a return to the Champions Cup finals. However, they'll have to find a way to slow down and or outscore the top ranked Georgia Swarm. Plus, US College kids are getting the true box experience in Denver this Summer and it can only mean great things for the future of out sport. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, week 18 was even better than expected and nearly every crazy play-off scenario played up in unexpected fashion. The Stealth got some help then won in OT, dropping the Mammoth to third in the west. The Rock came from behind to knock off the Bandits and leaped over the Black Wolves for second in the East. All of that sets up two fantastic Divisional Semifinals this Saturday night. All that and more, on a jam packed OTCBPodcast.
We've made; it's the final weekend of the 2017 NLL season and we still, don't have all the play-off spots locked up yet. The Bandits and Roughnecks are out, the Swarm and Rush will finish first respectively and the Mammoth and Stealth will face off in the west semi-final- except we don't know where that will happen. Three teams are still alive out east for the final two spots and week 18 will help us clear the air; finally. Plus, Rush coach Derek Keenan became the all time leader in coaching wins, surpassing Darris Kilgour's 121 wins and there's a new NLL.com. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the NLL's VP of Lacrosse Operations, Brian Lemon stops by. Lemon will be a busy man this week after the Rush lost their first game of the season in controversial fashion. The Mammoth clinched a playoff spot with a commanding win over the Knighthawks while the Stealth, Black Wolves and Bandits all kept their play-off hops alive. Just two weeks remain and three spots are left for the post season. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
There are just three weeks remaining in the NLL regular season and there's still a lot to be decided. After back-to-back 21 goal outburst, Dan Ladouceur who runs the Swarm O, will stop by to talk about Georgia's run to the number 1 spot in the East. After giving up 21 to Georgia, the Mammoth had last week off and will take on the Rochester Knighthawks, Saturday in Denver; Director of Player Personnel, Dan Carey stops by as well. Plus a heated scoring race and must win games are on the schedule this week on the OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, the Rush have clinched the first of six play-off spots. while the other eight teams continue to scratch and claw their way into the dance. There were plenty of highlight real goals to talk about and even a remarkable story about a blind-ish guy putting up 9 points in one game. This week's guests is pound for pound the toughest S.O.B to every play the game, whether indoors or outside. While he may best be know for dropping the mitts, Geoff Snider is working on leaving a bigger and more impressive mark on the game with his Elev8 Lacrosse group. All that and more, on this week's OTCB.
The NLL Trade Deadline came and went with no more than a whimper. The Buffalo Bandits were the middle cog in a three team deal that saw them send Brad Self to Colorado for a pick and Creighton Reid, who they then flipped to Calgary for two more picks. GM Steve Dietrich will break it down for us and fill us in on his team's struggles. Plus we'll break down week 13 and get you set for a pivotal week 14. That and so much more on this week's Off the Crossebar Podcast.
This week on the Off the Crossebar Podcast, Roughnecks GM Mike Board stops by to talk about his team's recent slump, NLL Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz gives us an update on the new NLL/Twitter partnership and why can some guys fight an others can't? Plus the NLL Trade Deadline is six days away, all that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the Off the Crossebar Podcast, the Vancouver Stealth have won three of four and much of that has to do with the play of goalie Tye Belanger. GM Doug Locker will stop by to talk about his team recent form as they head into a crucial stretch of games. The Colorado Mammoth went 0-2 on the weekend and had to deal with a hellacious double-header that no NLL team should ever have to endure. Plus we'll talk about Colin Doyle's retirement, how tight the entire league is plus some important dates to keep an eye on. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Mammoth President and GM Steve Govett stops by to talk about his team's big win over Calgary and a massive double header weekend coming up. Plus he teases some of the conversations that went on at last week's Board of Governors meetings in Uncasville. We'll break done some of last week's action and set you up for the four games on this weekend's schedule. All that and more on this week's OTCB.
Another Tuesday night of #OTCBPodcast action: What's with all the expansion talk? Rush are 5-2 so Jeremy Thompson stops by, as does Dan Ladouceur who's the O coach for the high flying and scoring Swarm. Plus much much more on this week's OTCB.
Week eight in the NLL is upon us and there is plenty, and I do mean plenty to talk about. The Rock are rolling and O-coach Blaine Manning has a front row seat. Brent Adams scored his first, second and third career NLL goals as the Mammoth moved to within a half-game of first place. The Rush are on a 4-game win streak but have just lost their President. And the WLA draft goes Thursday night with the Langley Thunder holding four of the first seven picks. All that and so much more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
With his first assist of the night, Jeff Shattler passed Kaleb Toth to become the Calgary Roughnecks all-time leader in points with 629 (and counting). He's been a Roughneck for over a decade and makes his first appearance on OTCB. Plus we'll talk about the high-flying, 4-0 Georgia Swarm, early season slumps plus set you up for another fantastic weekend of games. All the and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Jordan Hall of the Swarm stops by to talk about his new team and their red hot start. Plus, the Saskatchewan Rush hosted 15,000 of their closest friends to raise their Championship banner Saturday and somebody left with a lot of 50-50 money. Chris Hogan is an NFL superstar in the making but did you know he played more college lacrosse than college football? All that and more, on this week's Off the Crossebar Podcast.
After three weeks of NLL action in the NLL the wildness continues as the Rush, Bandits and Black Wolves all dropped to 0-2 while the Rock and Swarm improved to 2-0. Even more impressive is the fact the Swarm are averaging 18 GPG! EIGHTEEN!!! We had our first OT game of the year and Eli McLuaghlin ended in style, and when the Roughnecks take on the Stealth, you're always in for some fireworks. Plus a new thought about UHWK cameras and the captain of the Rush Chris Corbeil will stop by. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
Two weeks into the NLL and it's like we've entered the twilight zone. Nobody saw this weekend coming and it could be better for the league. We'll break down all four games from the weekend, talk about some the top performances and even about the World Record setting night in Georgia. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
The first week on the new NLL season is in the books so now we look ahead to the first week of games in the new calendar year. This week, we'll look back at the first two games, plus set you up for the four games in week including the Vancouver Stealth's very tough back to back in Calgary and Colorado. Our guest this week is one of the three Americans to crack the Toronto Rock roster for 2017; the reigning MLL MVP, Tom Schreiber. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast.
The NLL roster freeze came Monday as all nine teams had to submit their start 24 man line-up. We pack all nine teams in as we speak with players from each club to get you set for the start of the 2017 season which is just nine days away. Plus the NLL unveiled their new logo to some mixed reviews.
There's just one week left for NLL GM's to finalize their opening day rosters, so camp this weekend just got extra serious. Most teams are right around the desired 24 bodies but there's still some very tough choices to make. Shawn Williams will be remembered by all lacrosse fans as a great player and true gentleman; the recently retired future Hall of Famer stops by. So does another great young leader, Jeremy Noble of the Colorado Mammoth. Plus a look at this week's Pop n' Drops and there's just a few days until we see the new NLL logo. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
The first weekend of NLL Preseason action is in the books and boy was there some intense action. We'll check in with Derek Keenan and Rich Lisk to see how their teams did. The NLL announced the date they'll unveil their new Logo, and NLLTV has a rare gem that I'd rather not remember. All that and more, on this week's OTCBPodcast
This week we jam pack the show with as much as we can. The NLL announced the launch of NLL TV this week; what does that mean for you as a viewer. The NLL Preseason kicks off this weekend with eight games which means we'll get to see rule 24.1 in action. Two great friends of the show, Jamie Dawick and Dan MacRae stop by to talk about the upcoming season. Plus the WLA has a new commissioner. All that and more, on this week's Off the Crossebar Podcast.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Thompson Brother's Lacrosse takes the Medicine Game to the people. Lyle Thompson checks in from Standing Rock as the protests in North Dakota continue. Vancouver Stealth HC Jamie Batley stops by to let us know how the Stealth's first weekend of main camp went and who stood out. Plus NLL exhibition is just a few weeks away and the NLL released some rule changes for 2017. All that and more, on OTCB.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, New England Black Wolves defender Bill O'Brien stops by. Thrill has an incredible story and does way more than punish forwards. Also, recent CLA Hall of Fame inductee and Colorado Mammoth co-co-coach Dan Stroup checks-in to talk about his latest honour. All that and more, as NLL main camps kick-off this weekend on OTCB.
After a long fall break we, are, back! OTCB hits the airwaves again and we start off with a bang as the Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz stops by to let us know what we can expect for the coming season; including a new logo and an extra official on the floor. After six years in Calgary, goalie Mike Poulin has changed home jerseys; so we'll check in on why he headed on down to Georgia. Plus lacrosse on the Simpsons and much much more, all this week, on OTCB.
Wrapping up the NLL draft, awards and HOF night as we get set to take a bit of a break here at OTCB. We'll talk as much as we can before letting you all kick your feet up and relax before training camps start up in just over a month.
There's not much lacrosse left in 2016 but still plenty to talk about. We'll wrap up the Mann Cup and give high praise to Dan Dawson. The NLL draft is just a few days away but that hasn't stopped some GMs from getting frisky in free agency and making trades. Derek Keenan of the Rush was the busiest making three trades in 24hours including a blockbuster with Steve Govett and the Mammoth. Both GMs stop by to discuss the moves and looking ahead to the draft. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
Game four of the 2016 Mann Cup is in the book and the Maple Ridge Burrards are in do or die mode. The Six Nations Chiefs won their second consecutive game 9-7 and are one win away from the Mann Cup. We'll break down the series so far and set the scene for game 5. Calgary Roughnecks Head Coach Curt Malawsky stops by to talk about BC Provincials as well as what the 'Necks may do at the upcoming NLL Draft. All that and more, on OTCB.
The 2016 Mann Cup kicks off Friday in Six Nations, as the Chiefs host the Maple Ridge Burrards for the right hoist the Mann Cup. Six Nations was last in the Mann in 2014 while it's been 36 years for the Burrards, who appeared in 1990 as the Vancouver Burrards. Dillon Ward and Rob Williams join me to get everything set for Friday's game one. Also, Colin Munro from the Minto Cup winning Coquitlam Adanacs stops by from Colorado to talk about his incredible summer. All that and more, this week on OTCB.
The Minto Cup is over and WOW; what a final game we were all treated to. Christian Del Bianco tried to win it at the end of regulation then preserved the victory in OT- he joins me this week to talk about the end to a remarkable season for the 18 year old (19 on Wednesday). We'll discuss the comments by MLL Commissioner David Gross and Shawn Swanson stops by to update us on his condition after being hit head first into the boards. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week on the OTCB Podcast we talk about all the major championships that are going on in the lacrosse world right now; Minto Cup, Founders, Road to the Mann Cup and even the MLL championship. However, those all pale in comparison to our guest this week. A multi-time NCAA Championship and FIL winning head-coach, a former original NLL player and arguably one of the greatest coaches the game of lacrosse has ever known. All this week and more, on OTCB.
Since we missed last week, we have a lot more to talk about this week on the OTCBPodcast. From NLLHOF inductees, future inductees, MLL, NLL, Minto Cup, Founders Cup and so much more. It's a jam-packed show let's get to it.
August 1, was the opening day of NLL Free Agency and the Georgia Swarm didn't waste any time; but what does that mean for the rest of the NLL Free Agents? Voting is now open for the five NLL Hall of Fame nominees- who will get in , who won't, is the system flawed? Logan Schuss stops by talk about taking his home town team to the Minto Cup and a Salmonbellies Mann Cup run. Plus the WLA regular season is almost done and John Grant Jr has his number retired, then promptly went on the floor to play a game wearing #24. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
After a little birthday holiday, the OTCBPodcast returns with a jam packed show. News of the week came from Toronto, so GM/Owner Jamie Dawick stops by, as does the NLL Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz who was on a trip out west to check out the league's western most franchise. Plus, we put a bow on the FILU19s, send our best wishes to Shawn Swanson and much much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
This week we again focus on the FIL World U19 Field Lacrosse Championships as we close out round-robin play. Corey McLaughlin from Lacrosse Magazine has been covering all the action so he'll give us his perspective on all the events going on in Coquitlam. After a perfect 21-0 regular season, the Coquitlam Jr Adanacs are poised for another run at the Minto Cup this year and offensive coach Kyle Sorensen knows his team is focused and ready. Plus some WLA and SrB chat and much more, all this week on OTCB.
The world's best u19 field lacrosse players are descending on Coquitlam, BC for the 2016 FIL U19 Championships and we have the coaches of the two favoured nations, Canada and the USA. Championship director/chair Cliff Pascas stops by as well with info on tickets and webcasts. Plus two big moves by the Toronto Rock, more NLL Awards and the Brampton Excelsiors traded six plus NLL titles away at the deadline. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
I wanted to keep things short this week but, we all know that's an impossibility. This week we discuss the NLLHOF, NLLAwards, USBOXLA, WLA roster freeze and could the NLL survive in Vegas? Could the players survive Vegas? All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast
The big news out of the lacrosse world this week was that after 19 years, Josh Sanderson is calling it a career. The man most known simply as "Shooter", walks away as from the league 4th all-time in points, 5th in goals and 2nd in assists. There will never be anyone like Josh Sanderson ever again. Plus we'll get caught up in the MSL as well as what the hell is going on in BC? Plus much on this week's OTCBPodcast
After a long few days up island golfing, my mind is still a wee bit tired so no guest this week but many more to come in future episodes. This week however, still plenty to talk about including no web=streams for MSL games, minimizing the mayhem in the WLA, Jr's back, NLL Awards talk and some new faces in the NLL front office. All this week, on OTCB>.
As Drake said, the Rush are 'going' back-to-back". With an incredible last second 11-10 victory over the Buffalo Bandits, the Saskatchewan Rush were crowned the 2016 NLL Champions. Jeff Cornwall scored the game winner with 12 seconds left and dropped two F'bombs in interview but who cares; it was probably the greatest goal in NLL history. Adrian Sorichetti stops by to talk about the experience and at precisely what moment he blacked out on the bench. There's so much to discuss and we'll talk about a lot of it, right here on OTCB,
Last Saturday, the Rush took a 1-0 lead in the NLL's Champions Cup Final with a thrilling 11-9 win over the Buffalo Bandits. They'll look to wrap it up at home this Saturday in front of the 15,000+ ravenous Rush fans in the 'Toon. Bandits GM Steve Dietrich has high hopes that his team can rebound from a tough loss after playing a very solid game at home. Jeff Cornwall has been a transition beast all year for the Rush and chipped in a goal in game one as his Rush are one game away from wrapping up back-to-back titles.
Then there were two. The NLL Champions Cup Final is set and it'll pit the top two teams, Buffalo and Saskatchewan against each other in a no-holds barred three game series. I was in Saskatoon this weekend so I got to experience first hand the insanity that is Rush Fever. David Brock and Kyle Rubisch stop by plus a former NLL'er put the lacrosse world notice with a 17pt night last Friday. All that and more on this week's OTCBPodcast
Two fantastic game 1s from the divisional finals are in the books and Saturday night should provide two more great games. Billy Dee Smith, captain of the Bandits stops by first to talk about a wild game in New England. Then Jarrett Davis of the Rush pops on to talk about their strong finish and the dreaded mini-game. Plus so much more on this week's OTCBPodcast
And then there were four. The NLL Play-offs are off to the Division Finals and there are two very intriguing match-ups. But we had to go through two incredible OT games in the Divisional Semi-Finals that left fans wanting more. Shawn Evans had the OT winner as the Blackwolves advance to take on the Bandits. Curtis Dickson scored the tying goal that forced OT and had an assist on Dane Dobbie's OT winner. Both guys join me this week, plus John Lovell is out as HC of the Rock, NLLTV debuted quite well and much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
The regular season is over and now to the good stuff. The NLL divisional semi-finals get going this weekend and we speak to two guys, Jordan MacIntosh and Dillon Ward, who will be strapping on the gear to go to battle in their respective one-game play-offs. Plus a new look NLLTV.com, records galore, and so much more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
It's the Final Countdown as we enter week 18 of the 2016 NLL season. Just as I had hoped, it'll all come down to the final games making for an thrilling finish as four teams battle for the last two spots and the three teams battle for first overall. Rhys Duch of the Vancouver Stealth stops by to talk about the team's must win game Friday night in Denver. It's do it die and as fans, we wouldn't want it any other way. Plus, we'll break down the NLL scoring race, rookie records and more on this week's OTCBPodcast.
With two wins this weekend, the Saskatchewan Rush locked up 1st in the West and will be the team to best come May. The defending champs are having themselves quite the first year in their new digs and nobody saw it coming. Robert Church is in his third NLL season and already has an NLL title, to go along with a BCJALL and WLA MVP awards. Church continues to impress as he may not be the most imposing forward but he continues to contribute on a regular basis. Also this week, the Swarm are the hottest team in the NLL, the Rock are out, the Stealth are still in and I will make my yearly comeback this Friday night. That and more, this week on OTCB
This week, 2015 3rd overall pick Jesse King of the Georgia Swarm stops buy to talk about life in the NLL as a rookie. With three weeks left in the year, there's still plenty to play for as every team is still alive and 6 of the teams are battling for the three finals spots. Play-offs, 400pts in four years, match-penalties and so much more, all this week on OTCB.
When an NLL owner contacts you to chat, you do. Especially when it's the guy who's been around pro lacrosse the longest. Mike French and I have a great chat about today's NLL, moving the Wings and the incredible story of Bill O'Brien. Plus this week, we talk goalie union, The Great Dhane and keeping out players safe. All this week on OTCB.
Not sure a lot people know the nuances of the Professional Lacrosse Players Association; well this past week they were out in full force talking with as many players as they could- you know, shaking hands and kissing baby faced rooks. The PLPA is a massive part of why the NLL is where it is today and John Rosa has been a huge part of the PA's growth and success. John joins me as we talk about the PA, his time in the NLL and if the Detroit Turbos could make a comeback. That and more on this week's OTCB
No quest this week so it's just me and my microphone but still plenty to talk about. Why did one the NLL's hottest scorers get a penalty shot? The Dangerous one lives up to his name. Are the Vancouver coaching staff in trouble? And what the hell was SFU thinking? Plus a few other tidbits to get you ready for week 11.
The big forward for the Mammoth stops by to talk about the Mammoth's hot start, his transition to the mile high city, leg sleeves and his dream car. Plus the goal/no goal controversy, keeping up withe Jones-es and much more, all this week on OTCB
This week on OTCB, another former teammate stops by to chat life after lacrosse. Sean Pollock started out in small town Wallaceburg, Ontario and excelled into one of the game's fieriest competitors. Might have something to do with his red hair. Plus we talk Superman highlights, Rosey making history and so much more on this week OTCBPodcast.
After the Saskatchewan Swat were accepted into the RMLL, there were a lot of questions, so we went to the man who may have all the answers; AJ Johma.
It's been far too long since Andrew Suitor has stepped onto an NLL field, so there's great hope that in two weeks that streak will come to an end. The Blackwolves captain has been rehabbing from a second major knee surgery and is itching to get back at it. Plus OT winners, The Man and 0-6 in the Six.
This week on the OTCBPodcast, Rock DMan Patty Merrill stops by to talk about his team's rough start, a season ending knee injury and life on 'The Hill'. Plus we break down some of the action from Week 6 in the NLL, set you up for week 7 and a quick look at Wednesday's WLA Draft.
He's just one month into this tenure as NLL Commissioner and Nick Sakiewicz is already turning heads and making waves. His time with the MLS can only help him with the task ahead of him; taking the NLL the heights we all want it to go.
After a quite week 4 in the NLL, trying find somebody who will step up and lead in either Vancouver and Toronto is a tough task. Andrew McBride stops by to talk pretty much everything and we once gain name The Man on the week.
This week we get into week three of the NLL and talk about that "rookie punk" and the slow start for the Rock. John Grant will stop by as he and I will reminisce about our time Rochester as well as his evolution as a lacrosse player and person. Plus the first edition of "The Man".