The guest is North Andover Head Coach Steve Zella. He covers topics such as the transition of teams between divisions, the impact of influential coaches and the strategies behind preparing a young team for success. Coach Zella shares his coaching journey, style, and the challenges faced this season. The conversation highlights the significance of character-building, adapting coaching methods for younger players, and the ongoing growth and development of lacrosse at the high school level.

Topics

01:29 North Andover's Season and Division Move 02:52 Coaching Journey: From Brookline to North Andover 05:35 Coaching Philosophy and Style 11:34 Impact of Coaching on Players' Lives 16:19 Challenges and Realizations in Coaching 20:26 Adapting Coaching Methods 21:43 Season Overview and Tournament Discussion 22:40 Reflecting on Last Season's Challenges 22:56 Building a Strong Schedule 23:10 Current Season Performance 23:20 Team Composition and Key Players 23:54 Game Highlights and Key Matches 24:51 Player Development and Future Goals 25:36 Coaching Strategies and Adjustments 29:13 Offensive Tactics and Plays 34:47 Defensive Strategies and Zone Attacks 37:44 Upcoming Game Against Bedford 40:40 Final Thoughts and Farewell