Explore every episode of the podcast The Player & The Journalist

In this episode… four fans join the show to share passionate opinions on the topics of their choice.

0:40 – Sam Falk

NCAA Tournament Seeding & WLL

13:18 – Kendyl Lepp

Rule Changes & Tewaaraton Finalists

35:01 – Nadia Adkins

Off-Ball Video Reviews & Rutgers Making the Tournament

47:30 – Jenna Martino

Playing w/ Confidence & Coaching

Episode 49.

Recorded on May 25 / 26, 2026.

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In this episode… the NCAA’s Caleb Kolby shares how the field of 29 is selected, how championship sites are chosen and more.

1:02 – Who Chooses the Teams?

How often the Championship Subcommittee meets & who is on it

11:00 – Criteria Used

Primary criteria & secondary criteria data points

16:17 – Choosing Championship Sites

The bid process & requirements

Episode 48.

Recorded on May 7, 2026.

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In this episode… Midseason All-American and rising star in the Big 10, Caroline Ling, talks about the work that has led to her success and Rutgers’ 2026 season so far.

3:44 – Breakout Season

More confident & showing off her range

18:10 – Lessons Learned

Close losses, patience & finding her shot

26:04 – Ohio to Jersey

Playing for her dad, high school records & why Rutgers

Episode 47.

Recorded on April 2, 2026.

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In this episode… David reacts to some head-scratching rankings and discusses the current state of officiating in the sport.

3:44 – Head-scratching Rankings

Georgetown, Colorado & more

18:00 – Black Eye on the Sport

Embarrassing officiating & the impact constant rule changes have on refs

Episode 46.

Recorded on March 3, 2026.

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In this episode… David hits on fan-submitted topics ahead of the 2026 college season.

5:45 – Rule Changes

Green cards & draw sticks

12:15 – Outlook for Newer Teams

Clemson, New Haven & Florida State

20:18 – No. 1's

Middlebury & Tampa

Episode 45.

Recorded on February 4, 2026.

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In this episode… North Carolina’s newest superstar, Chloe Humphrey, returns to the show to discuss her amazing start to the 2025 season, how she prepares for each game and more!

1:39 – This Season

How missing 2024 fueled her return, learning each game, UNC's weapons & where she wants to improve

15:06 – How She Prepares

Pregame meal, music choice & being the first one ready

27:00 – A Family Affair

What it's like being on the journey with her sisters

Episode 44.

Recorded on March 12, 2025.

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In this episode… Karson and David take a deep dive into the National Championship game and talk about the transfer portal! Karson also says goodbye to the podcast.

0:30 – National Championship

Northwestern’s fast start, BC’s offensive balance & key moments

27:20 – Transfers

Jenika Cuocco, Lindsey Marshall, Virginia Tech, South Florida & more

41:48 - Karson’s Farewell

What’s next for her: school, Taylor Swift in Canada & Disney

Episode 43.

Recorded on June 2, 2024.

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In this episode… Florida’s electric leader joins the show as she prepares for the final four.

1:51 – Nothing But Love

Where her love for the game comes from, assists & Sky Walkers

17:57 – The Gators

Why the offense is so hard to stop & changes after 0-2 start

29:34 – Showtime

Feelings on the Final Four, Northwestern & preparing

Episode 42.

Recorded on May 19, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on June 4!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by a former Tar Heel & National Champion, Scottie Rose Growney!

4:09 – Playing in Japan

The lacrosse community & teaching the next generation

32:11 – Watching UNC

The feeling of watching her former teammates near graduation & their 2024 season

54:08 – Natty Prediction

Shout-out Andie Aldave

Episode 41.

Recorded on April 28, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on May 14!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss the CAA’s best, share frustrations over JMU & predict NCAA bid selections.

1:18 – Drexel vs. Stony Brook

Polar opposite goalie play, adjustments Drexel needs to make, Stony Brook’s complacency

24:04 – Yay or Nay

Are we all in or all out on JMU, UVA, Navy & Penn State

41:30 – NCAA Bid Predictions

ACC, Big 10, Ivy League, Patriot League & Pac 12

Episode 40.

Recorded on April 14, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on April 30!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by a member of the Fighting Irish, Madison Ahern.

3:01 – Notre Dame

Playing at the historic school, Rudy & this year’s spark

9:25 – Be The Best

Importance of Northwestern win & ND’s big three

21:14 – The Journey

Covid year to fifth year

30:51 – Looking Forward

NYC & wanting to keep play

Episode 39.

Recorded on March 29, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on April 16!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick share their opinions on the first month of the 2024 season.

2:51 – Teams That Have Impressed

Michigan, Rider, Notre Dame & Yale

21:53 – New Rules in Action

Improved woman down, green cards & length of games

33:30 – National Champ Picks

Strengths & weaknesses

44:37 – Over / Under Win Totals

Brown, Michigan, Oregon, Stony Brook, UMass

Episode 38.

Recorded on March 3, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on March 19!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick speak with a powerful midfielder for Johns Hopkins, Ava Angello.

3:04 – Playing at Hopkins

Storied program, fast start as a freshman & great coaching staff

11:28 – Strengths

Using height to her advantage, upperclassmen mentors & undefeated start

28:15 – Long Way to Go

Enjoying a tough schedule & motivated for another NCAA run

Episode 37.

Recorded on February 18, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on March 5!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick speak with twin defenders who lock down the west coast: Bella & Gigi Gaspar.

3:25 – Growing Up As Twins

Best friends, playing box & lacrosse scene in British Columbia

15:37 – Going D1

Choosing lacrosse over basketball, choice of numbers & why ASU

31:55 – Team Canada

The greatest honor & differences in style of play

Episode 36.

Recorded on February 4, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on February 20!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick make predictions for the 2024 NCAA women’s lacrosse season.

1:45 – Conference Champs

All 15 D1 conferences

35:08 – Award Winners

Tewaaraton, national champion & teams that will surprise

45:32 – Preseason top 5

Episode 35.

Recorded on January 21, 2024.

The next episode of your favorite women’s lacrosse podcast will be released on February 6!

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by a daughter of Tabernacle, New Jersey & one of the finest players in the Big 10, Cassidy Spilis.

2:05 – New Jersey

Having a mom that played college lacrosse & playing at her home school

8:40 – Returning to Rutgers

20:48 – Emotions of 2022-23

Going from 16-5 to 8-9

27:17 – Final Season

Goals, having fun & being a three-time team captain

Episode 34.

Recorded on January 6, 2024.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick celebrate the year that was in women’s lacrosse.

3:38 – Game of the Year

UNC vs. Denver & JMU vs. Maryland

13:03 – Player of the Year

Izzy Scane, Molly Laliberty & Meaghan Tyrrell

20:00 – Surprise of the Year

BC’s strength without Charlotte North & Marquette’s historic season

29:50 – Moment of the Year

Kayla DeRose’s game winner & Richmond topping UVA in 2OT

Episode 33.

Recorded on December 17, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick rewind the clock to go over the history of lacrosse.

2:27 – The Year 1100

America’s oldest team sport, fields that stretched miles, Queen Victoria watched

26:47 – Women’s History

First game in 1890, NCAAs & Team USA

44:55 – Rules

Episode 32.

Recorded on November 19, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by the 2023 CAA Attacker of the Year.

2:04 – First Four Years

Games she learned the most from, what she is most proud of & development into a star

18:46 – One Last Ride

Staying at Drexel for fifth year, 2024 goals & being versatile

26:31 – Left to Accomplish

Win an NCAA Tournament game

Episode 31.

Recorded on November 2, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss the inclusion of lacrosse in the 2028 Olympics, predict Team USA’s roster and go over the recent Fall Classic.

1:16 – LA 2028

Great timing, potential of lacrosse staying in the Olympics, sixes format

11:51 – USA Roster Predictions

Charlotte North, Madison Taylor, Marie McCool, Ellie Masera, Chloe Humphrey, Lizzie Colson, Kenzie Kent, Belle Smith

38:17 – Northwestern vs. USA u20

Episode 30.

Recorded on October 21, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss their lacrosse origin stories.

1:15 – Getting Into Lacrosse

The roads Karson & David took to falling in love with the sport

16:57 – Lacrosse Inspirations

Karson’s teammates & David’s appreciation for 2017-2019 Boston College Teams

34:25 – Karson Chooses Drexel

46:11 – Best Lacrosse Memories

Episode 29.

Recorded on September 24, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by the 2023 USA Lacrosse High School Girls Player of the Year, Chloe Humphrey.

3:37 – Darien Made

Learning from her sisters, playing for Lisa Lindley & huge senior year

18:05 – High School Adversity

Battling through injuries

25:45 – Hopes & Goals at UNC

Episode 28.

Recorded on August 31, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss offseason transfers.

1:50 – Most Impactful

BC’s transfers, Molly Krestinski & Gabby Cleveland 

14:58 – Most Excited to See

Clemson’s transfers, Natalie Calandra-Ryan, Melissa Sconone & Nicole Humphrey

38:29 – Future of The Portal

Will it stay busy after the fifth year goes away?

Episode 27.

Recorded on August 28, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by one of the key pieces from Denver’s historic Final Four run this year. Defender Trinity McPherson is in the house!

2:02 – Before College

Getting Into Lacrosse & Life in the Philippines

11:07 – Hopkins

19:38 – Not Playing in 2022

Focused on Mental Health & Worked as a Public Relations Account Manager

27:58 – Denver’s Dream Season

44:45 – Diversity in WLAX

Episode 26.

Recorded on July 19, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by a true champion. Coach Kelly Amonte Hiller shares her thoughts on Northwestern winning it all & proposed rule changes.

3:42 – The Road Back

Reestablishing the Culture & Believing

19:34 – Significance of Championship

What Made This Northwestern Team so Special & Gratitude of Fifth-Year Transfers

43:19 – Proposed Rule Changes

Unfathomable to Take Away Opportunity

55:30 – Contradictions in the Rules

Episode 25.

Recorded on July 5, 2023.

Ep. 24: Rounds One & Two Analysis

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick share their thoughts on the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament & look ahead as only eight teams remain.

3:00 – First Round

Hopkins, Richmond vs. Marquette, UAlbany vs. UVA

15:20 – Second Round

Each Sweet Sixteen Game

51:14 – Upcoming Games

What a Win Would Mean for Denver’s Program, How Loyola can Upset NU, Predictions

Episode 24.

Recorded on May 15, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss NCAA Tournament bubble teams with the postseason right around the corner.

3:12 – Who Is In?

Drexel, Marquette, Army & Michigan

28:21 – Who Is Out?

Yale, Villanova, Virginia Tech & Navy

46:30 – The Path In

Campbell, Stanford & Johns Hopkins

Episode 23.

Recorded on April 23, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by royalty. Two words. Izzy. Scane.

2:16 – Northwestern’s Success

5:30 – Mindset While Playing

17:23 – Coming Back Strong

Injury & Mental Health Journey

32:27 – Erin Coykendall & Molly Laliberty

42:28 – Representing Michigan

Episode 22.

Recorded on March 28, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by 2022 All-American defender Eugénie Rovegno from Washington & Lee University.

2:35 – Get to Know Eugénie

Oyster farm, why W&L, lacrosse family

20:01 – Strengths as a Defender

27:15 – W&L’s Current Season

33:52 – Favorite Aspects of Lacrosse

Episode 21.

Recorded on March 26, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by defender and AU professional Courtney Taylor who played at Temple & Boston College. 

2:27 – What is Courtney Doing Now?

13:38 – Lessons Learned

Temple & BC coaching staffs

21:41 – Goals for BC This Year

Thoughts on UNC Defeat

31:23 – Toughest Player to Guard

Episode 20.

Recorded on March 19, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss fan-submitted topics and questions on the current college season.

1:13 – Talking Teams

Army, Xavier, Clemson, Drexel & Notre Dame

42:13 – Right or Wrong?

Villanova & Duke

54:30 – Way Too Early Final 4 Teams

Can Florida, Loyola or UVA make a surprise run?

1:03:40 – Tips for Beginners

Episode 19.

Recorded on February 26, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss the opening weekend of the 2023 college season.

3:01 – What Caught Our Eye

6:30 – Marquee Games Breakdown

Syracuse vs. Northwestern

Louisville vs. Denver

33:32 – An Unexpected Loss

39:37 – Most Impressive Team

Maryland & Old Dominion

Episode 18.

Recorded on February 12, 2023.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick talk with Villanova HC Jill Batcheller who gives an in-depth preview of the 2023 Wildcats.

3:09 – Nova’s 2022 Season

Takeaways from year one, coaching staff consistency

18:59 – Previewing 2023

Schedule, team identity, newcomers, players to watch

42:00 – Program Goals

This year and beyond

Episode 17.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick rank their top 5 teams, predict all 15 D1 conference champions and share thoughts on the 2023 NCAA season.

0:59 – Top 5 Teams

21:23 – Predicting Conference Champs

52:50 – Picks

Tewaaraton winner, national champion, team that will surprise people

1:01:11 – General Thoughts

Clemson’s embarrassing non-conference schedule

Episode 16.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick reflect on the year that was in women’s lacrosse.

1:32 – Player of the Year

Jamie Ortega & Meaghan Tyrrell

7:10 – Game of the Year

14:20 – Surprise of the Year

Aurora Cordingley & American University

24:00 – Moment of the Year

29:00 – Changes in 2023

Credit given to players between the 30’s & flopping

Episode 15.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick are joined by Maryland freshman midfielder and Minnesota’s very own Jaylen Rosga.

2:10 – Young Jaylen

Coming from Minnesota, role models & injury recovery

16:52 – Taking Over #22

20:09 – First Fall Ball

Adjusting to college lacrosse, Maryland freshmen & season expectations

29:06 – Random Questions

Favorite song, breakfast food, show, Thanksgiving dish & more

Episode 14.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick speak with Duke Head Coach Kerstin Kimel about her 2023 Blue Devils.

2:40 – Looking Back at 2022

Beating BC and learning from end of season struggles

11:34 – Duke’s 2023 Team

Maddie Jenner’s impact, an experienced roster and transfers

27:17 – Thoughts on Specific Players

Freshmen class, Katie DeSimone, Anna Callahan and goalies

39:44 – Expectations for 2023

Episode 13.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss takeaways from the Fall Classic between Team USA and the University of North Carolina. Topics include: the new-look Tar Heels, a new era for the red, white and blue, and overall gameplay.

1:44 – New-Look Tar Heels

Alecia Nicholas, Brooklyn Walker-Welch, Liv Pikiell and Reilly Casey

11:39 – Leaders for UNC

24:20 – New Era for Team USA

Recent retirements and new players stepping in

28:39 – Gameplay Thoughts

Episode 12.

In this episode… Hosts Karson Harris and David Vick discuss important transfers, new head coaches, conference changes and D2 teams making the jump to D1.

1:48 – Transfers

Tayler Warehime, Marge Donovan, Julianna Sanchez, Margot Hotham, Katie Riehl and Molly LaLiberty

18:12 – New Head Coaches

UMass, Eastern Michigan, Arizona State, Johns Hopkins and Cal

29:10 – Conference Changes

34:36 – Lindenwood & Queens Now D1

Episode 11.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick preview the upcoming collegiate season.

5:16 – Initial rankings.

12:32  – Teams to look out for.

20:46 – National champion picks.

28:02  – BC’s motivation level.

Episode 10.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss the equity differences between the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Tournaments.

2:22 – Roster & bench limits.

9:13 – Venue capacity.

13:48 – David’s 2019 Final Four story.

27:39 – Possible championship venues.

Episode 9.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss the impact the transfer portal has had on the college game and the impact it will have going forward.

4:59 – Will the rich get richer?

9:35 – Goalies transferring.

15:17  – More aggressive recruiting.

24:20  – Coaches under more pressure.

Episode 8.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss fan predictions for the upcoming NCAA season.

0:50 – Will Louisville crack the top 10?

8:54 – Another first-time champion in 2022?

14:12 – David on Princeton’s chances.

24:22 – Jillian’s choice for most likely first-time champion.

Episode 7.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick talk with Boston College goalie Rachel Hall.

4:18 – Trivia questions.

19:46 – Rachel’s unique journey.

31:27 – Will she return in 2023?

35:05 – Fan questions.

Episode 6.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick sit down with Drexel All-American Karson Harris.

2:07 – Drexel’s new coaching staff.

7:58 – Expectations for 2022.

15:33 – Karson evolving on offense.

24:30 – Belief within the Drexel program.

Episode 5.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss struggles and sacrifices that come along with success. They also discuss staying positive through the highs and lows.

1:20 – Life struggles.

14:47 – Sacrifices required to be successful.

19:35 – Handling failure.

25:43 – Social media & its impact on health.

Episode 4.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick discuss fifth-year transfers Andie Aldave and Paige Petty. They also discuss rule changes for the 2022 college season.

0:30 – Andie Aldave transferring to UNC.

9:30 – Paige Petty to Pittsburgh.

15:03 – College rule changes.

Episode 3.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick recap week one of AU lacrosse. They also discuss the format & rules of the new professional league, Jill Batcheller going to Villanova and Kayla Treanor taking over for Gary Gait at Syracuse.

4:34 – Individual points system of AU lacrosse.

15:53 – Jill Batcheller leaving Drexel for Villanova.

23:57 – Kayla Treanor and Syracuse.

Episode 2.

In this episode… Hosts Jillian Reilly and David Vick introduce themselves, recap the 2021 season, discuss Boston College’s four straight championship appearances, the Eagles’ championship victory over Syracuse and the biggest surprises of the 2021 season.

12:00 – Northwestern falling to Syracuse in Final 4.

31:00 – BC’s championship appearances.

49:20 – Emotions of winning it all.

55:00 – Biggest surprise of the 2021 season.

Episode 1.