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I didn't make the lacrosse team. Seventh grade was a tough year and to top that, I got cut from lacrosse tryouts. I was so beat up about it because I felt like lacrosse was the first sport I really enjoyed playing... But now, I own a company founded on the principles I learned playing varsity lacrosse in high school. So how did we get from getting cut to playing varsity, to now owning a company? Perseverance. There were a lot of missteps, mistakes, and even exciting moments in between, but my biggest takeaway from my journey so far is that the ability to "keep showing up" will take you further than you ever imagined. #athletepipeline #marketingagency #femalefounder

For my second entry in Center Field's "Beyond the Lines" column, I spoke with Keith Detelj about his time as one of the most successful athletes to ever play at Marist College. During his time at the College, Detelj set men's soccer records for goals scored and points, while simultaneously starring on the men's lacrosse team. Now, he has returned to Marist as the head coach of the women's lacrosse team, giving him the chance to make his mark on a third Marist team. Check out the column below! #journalism #sportsjournalism #sportsmedia

Hey, hey, hey! My latest Lacrosse Card Culture article talks about the 1993 STX MILL set. For those #basketball collectors out there, I consider this set to be the lacrosse equivalent of 1986 Fleer. Both sets are dense with important rookie cards and have red, white and blue borders that broadcast even the smallest flaw like a beacon. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, both sets contain #GOAT rookie cards. 1986 Fleer has Michael Jordan, while 1993 STX has Gary Gait. Both are ground-breaking sets that are cornerstones for collectors of their respective sports. https://lnkd.in/ghxx4Juc

The United States boasts a diverse array of sports that capture the nation's passion and competitive spirit. 🇺🇸 From iconic favorites like basketball, baseball, and American football to lesser-known gems such as lacrosse, surfing, and ice hockey, the American sports landscape offers something for everyone. �� Whether it's the thrill of the Super Bowl 🏈, the excitement of the World Series ⚾, or the intensity of the NBA Finals 🏀, sports serve as a unifying force, bringing communities together and inspiring countless individuals to push their limits and pursue excellence. 🏆 With a rich tapestry of athletic pursuits spanning across traditional team sports, individual competitions, and niche activities, the United States stands as a hub of sporting diversity and innovation, fostering a culture where athleticism, teamwork, and determination reign supreme. 🌟 Find the list here: https://bit.ly/44266pa #USASports #SportingDiversity #Teamwork ##USASports #SportingDiversity #Teamwork ##athleticismAthleticism

With the New Jersey High School Lacrosse starting April 1st, I wrote an article for Big State Sports highlighting some of the great players in this state this season. From goal scorers, to terrific goalies, New Jersey is undoubtedly one of the best states for high school lacrosse. If you would like to read the article and learn more about New Jersey High School Lacrosse, click https://lnkd.in/ea8aa33v #lacrosse #sportsmedia #hssports #njsports

This is ELITE marketing. How do I show you that you can play the game with a cheap stick and a tennis ball? Street LAX. Brilliant. Baseball struggles at times to gain an inner-city rep, and needs gloves, bats, balls, and space. Have a basketball court and some tape and you can play Street LAX. Ultimately it's moves like this that make it more and more obvious PLL is going to succeed. How can I help market this event? This is *chefs kiss*

Pickleball has been *blowing up* lately. It's the United States' fastest-growing sport, with nearly 10 million players. You've probably seen them dominating your local tennis court. But watching pickleball on your TV? It's a tough transition. The fact is that it's hard for recreational sports to convert participation into revenue. Remember when lacrosse started exploding in popularity in the early 2010s? Since then, It's been hard for professional leagues to pick up the momentum to really drive revenue despite more interest in the sport and more people picking up a stick. There are professional leagues with incredible talent, some of the best in the world at what they do: volleyball, softball, and surfing. Despite having amazing athletes and being fun to watch, even they can struggle to build a full fandom of dedicated, monetizable audiences because of the extreme competition for consumer’s attention. It's hard to build and sustain a revenue-generating sport, period.  Maybe pickleball will be different. It certainly has momentum. 👉 The Professional Pickleball Association is just a few years old and had games broadcast on ESPN this summer. 👉 Professional athletes like Tom Brady have been pouring money into the sport. But going from popular to play to popular to watch is always a challenge. #sportsbusiness #pickleball #community

Stepping into the role of a youth lacrosse coach has given me the unique opportunity to guide kids on teamwork and resilience. In this sport, every player starts from the same spot—adjusting to new equipment and unfamiliar rules. It's a great reminder that in lacrosse, as in life, the effort you put in determines what you get out. Interested in joining or know a young athlete who might be? Reach out to learn more about our program and how to get involved! 🥍 #YouthLacrosse #Teamwork #Sportsmanship #LauderdaleLandsharks #yolofskylaw #estateplanning #buildyourempire #businessstrategy #smallbusinesssupport #successprinciples #successminded #successgoals #estateplanningstrategies #estateplanninglawyer #estateplanningattorney #trustsandestates #planning #lawyer #floridalawyer 

#LinkedInSportsChallenge Day 8 - How are recent trends & developments around diversity in sports ownership reshaping the landscape of sports? It has been great to see the diversity in sports ownership. I think it has shaped sports by allowing a diverse group of people to own and invest in a diverse group of sports. Some of the diverse sports: - Lacrosse - Pickleball - Jai-Alai (Udonis Haslem) The ownership in sports has really been cool to see with athletes normally in ownership of a sport they don’t play. Excited to see where this continues to go and excited to join an ownership team one day. 😉 #LinkedInSports #SportsOwnership

Considering specializing your child in just one sport? Meet Greg Campisi from Harvard Men's Lacrosse. His experience: Broadening athletic pursuits can be the key to well-rounded athletic development. With experience in football, basketball, and lacrosse, Greg attributes his success to the diverse skill sets each sport demanded of him. Key takeaway for parents: Try multiple sports. It may just be the advantage your child needs. 🥍🏀🏈 Visit our website for more advice like this! #recruiting #collegesports #lacrosse #harvard #athletedevelopment #cgmsports