Phi-Lacrosse-ophy Podcast

Jamie Munro

World class lacrosse analysis and consulting for both players AND Coaches.

  1. Ecological Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 5 Jacksonville Offensive Coordinator Colin Munro

    2025-11-21

    Ecological Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 5 Jacksonville Offensive Coordinator Colin Munro

    In this conversation, Colin and Jamie Munro discuss the fundamental principles of offensive strategies in lacrosse, particularly focusing on how these principles can be applied across various game scenarios, including six on six and man up offenses. They emphasize the importance of collapsing defenses and creating spacing advantages to enhance offensive effectiveness.

    57 min
  2. Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 4 MVMT Sports Alan Keane & Simon Turner

    2025-11-05

    Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast, Season 2, Ep. 4 MVMT Sports Alan Keane & Simon Turner

    This conversation with Coach Developers Alan Keane and Simon Turner delves into the importance of adaptability in sports coaching, particularly under pressure. It emphasizes the need for coaches to find a balance between directing players and allowing them autonomy, highlighting the significance of understanding players' needs and the context of the game. Alan is a highly regarded performance basketball coach with a focus on meeting the needs of the people he coaches. He’s a Great Britain national team head coach, award winning former teacher and current PhD candidate. Simon is a coach and facilitator who works at the intersection of sport and social change. He’s coached basketball for 20+ years and trained over 400 sports practitioners in the intentional use of sport to change people’s lives. Their support services enable coaches and organizations to become more aware of their strengths, increase the level of care in team environments and create impact for the people and the community they serve. To learn more, go to https://mvmtsports.com

    54 min
  3. Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 3- Corey Winkoff

    2025-10-24

    Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 3- Corey Winkoff

    In this episode, Jamie Munro interviews FLG Program Director Corey Winkoff, who is also the Girls Assistant Coach at St. Anthony's. They discuss Corey's journey into ecological coaching, emphasizing the importance of player development over winning. Corey shares his innovative offensive principles, known as SWAGR, which focus on spacing, ball possession, movement, deception, and reading the game. The conversation delves into strategies for teaching players to handle pressure, the differences between picks and seals in zone offenses, and the significance of creating high percentage shots. They also explore the role of constraints in coaching and how to adapt drills to enhance player understanding and performance.

    48 min
  4. Ecological Lacrosse Podcast Season 2. Ep. 2, CNU Head Coach Mikey Thompson

    2025-10-08

    Ecological Lacrosse Podcast Season 2. Ep. 2, CNU Head Coach Mikey Thompson

    Summary In this conversation, Mikey Thompson, head coach at Christopher Newport, discusses the evolution of coaching methods in lacrosse, focusing on ecological dynamics and the importance of adaptability. He emphasizes the need for intentionality and discipline in coaching, the significance of principles of play, and how constraints can create opportunities for players. The discussion also covers dynamic offensive strategies, defensive adaptability, and the importance of making practice enjoyable for players. Mikey reflects on his growth as a coach and the collaborative environment within his coaching staff.

    52 min
  5. Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 1 - PLL Waterdogs' Michael Sowers

    2025-10-02

    Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Season 2, Ep. 1 - PLL Waterdogs' Michael Sowers

    In this episode of the Ecological Lacrosse podcast, Michael Sowers reflects on his recent lacrosse season, discussing personal development, the importance of slowing down in gameplay, and mastering the two-man game. He shares insights from his experiences in pickup games and box lacrosse, emphasizing the significance of shooting techniques and deception. The conversation also covers the evolution of training methods and the role of constraints in enhancing game awareness and performance.

    38 min
  6. Ecological Lacrosse Podcast - Ep. 12 with Kent Denver Head Coach Mike O'Neil

    2025-04-25

    Ecological Lacrosse Podcast - Ep. 12 with Kent Denver Head Coach Mike O'Neil

    In this episode of the Ecological Lacrosse Podcast, Jamie Munro and Mike O'Neill discuss the transformative impact of the Constraints Led Approach in coaching women's lacrosse. They explore how this method enhances player development, adaptability, and overall enjoyment of the game. The conversation covers various topics, including effective practice planning, the importance of picks in offense, and strategies for adapting to different defensive styles. O'Neill shares insights from his experience coaching at Kent Denver School and running the Concept club program, emphasizing the significance of creating a fun and engaging learning environment for players.

    1h 4m
  7. Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Ep. 11 with Cleveland Cavaliers Director of Player Development Alex Sarama

    2025-04-16

    Ecological_Lacrosse Podcast Ep. 11 with Cleveland Cavaliers Director of Player Development Alex Sarama

    In this episode of the Ecological Lacrosse Podcast, Jamie Munro and Alex Sarama delve into the principles of coaching through the lens of ecological dynamics. They discuss the significance of internal versus external feedback, the importance of intentionality in coaching, and how to use external cues to enhance player deception. The conversation also covers the concept of affordances in sports, the necessity of principles of play, and how to create effective training environments that foster player development.

    45 min
  8. Phi - Lacrosse - Ophy Podcast Season 6, Ep. 21 Speed Coach Tony Holler

    2025-03-28

    Phi - Lacrosse - Ophy Podcast Season 6, Ep. 21 Speed Coach Tony Holler

    In this conversation, speed coach Tony Holler discusses his approach to speed training and the principles behind his 'Feed the Cats' philosophy. He explains how he has applied these principles to sprint-based football and how it has become a movement in the sport. Holler emphasizes the importance of specific and high-quality training, as well as the role of rest, recovery, and sleep in athlete performance. He also discusses the significance of measuring and testing speed, and how improving maximal speed can enhance overall athletic performance. Holler challenges the traditional focus on weightlifting in the weight room and highlights the importance of sprinting for speed development. The conversation explores the role of mechanics and training methods in improving speed and performance. Tony Holler emphasizes the importance of the nervous system in sprinting and highlights the need for consistent sprinting practice. He challenges the belief that mechanics alone can make an athlete faster, stating that consistency and sprinting fast are key. The Atomic Workout, a 15-minute speed workout, is introduced as a practical way to improve speed. The conversation also touches on the significance of rest, recovery, and sleep in optimizing performance.

    1 hr
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World class lacrosse analysis and consulting for both players AND Coaches.

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  • Creator
    Jamie Munro
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    289
  • Rating
    Clean
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