Grateful and Full of Greatness with Mark Glicini

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews U.S. Lacrosse Hall of Famer, Pro Lacrosse Hall of Famer and NLL Hall of Famer Casey Powell. While at Syracuse University, Casey was a four-time All-American and two-time National Player of the Year. He was selected to play on four United States National teams and was captain of Team USA in 2006, 2011 and again in 2015. He spent 11 seasons in the NLL and 13 in the MLL, winning MVP in both leagues and three MLL championships. Casey is also the owner and director of lacrosse education for CP Lacrosse which runs camps, clinics, and tournaments nationally. Along with his brothers, their brand Powell Lacrosse designs, manufactures, and sells the world's best lacrosse sticks. He is also the founder of SPEED Lacrosse™ and co-founder of The Casey Powell World Lacrosse Foundation which supports severely injured and sick lacrosse players. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Listen/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZnNdml6HYHdQx48SwmZhWQ Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Dr. Cristina Versari, Director of the Sport Psychology Program at the San Diego University for Integrative Studies (SDUIS). Listeners will hear about her approach to sports psychology, the importance of preparation and why consistency can build trust and respect. One of the best sport psychologists in the world today, Dr. Cristina Versari served as the former Program Administrator for the NBA Education and Career Development Program. Her expertise lies in career transition, life planning, and use of assessment to provide a holistic approach to performance enhancement. Dr. Versari has worked with high profile clientele for over 30 years, including the Brazilian Olympic Men's National Basketball Team, and continues to provide services to elite professional athletes, executives, and teams. Listeners what will hear why pain is leverage, how beliefs drive action and what determines the quality of an individual's life. To contact Dr. Versari, email cversari@sduis.edu. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Listen/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZnNdml6HYHdQx48SwmZhWQ Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Devon Wills, current head coach of Harvard women's lacrosse, former pro lacrosse player and hall of famer. Listeners will hear Devon discuss the people that introduced her to lacrosse, what drives her when she's on the field or coaching, and how she overcame some of her lowest moments and reached some of her biggest milestones. To learn more about Devon Wills, visit: https://www.usalacrosse.com/player-profile/devon-wills Devon Wills is a graduate of Dartmouth University and is one of the most-decorated players in U.S. Women's National team history, winning world championships in 2009, 2013, and 2017. She was recently named a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame and in 2014 was drafted by the new York Lizards, becoming the first female drafted in Major League Lacrosse. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Listen/Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZnNdml6HYHdQx48SwmZhWQ Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Kyle Sweeney, former pro lacrosse player in both the National Lacrosse League and Major League Lacrosse. Listeners will hear Kyle discuss how effort alone is insignificant without results, the importance of developing habits and a routine and how having a clear vision can help you achieve your professional and personal goals. Kyle also discusses his hall of fame lacrosse career and the trials he faced building Maverik into the lacrosse manufacturer it is today. To learn more about Kyle Sweeney, visit: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/articles/kyle-sweeney-lacrosse-retirement Kyle Sweeney is a graduate of Georgetown University and played 14 seasons professionally, winning four MLL Championships and two gold medals with Team USA. He was recently named a member of the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame and Professional Lacrosse Hall of Fame. He played for the Bridgeport/Philadelphia Barrage, Boston Cannons Washington/Chesapeake Bayhawks and New York Lizards in the MLL and Philadelphia Wings, Edmonton Rush and Buffalo Bandits in the NLL. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN AND WATCH Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Greg Gurenlian, former pro lacrosse player in both the Premier Lacrosse League and Major League Lacrosse. Listeners will hear Greg discuss why discipline is so important in both lacrosse and every day life, how he went from a first-year player who wanted to quit in high school to a gold medalist and MLL champion and how he perfected his craft as one of the most dominant faceoff athletes in pro lacrosse history. To learn more about Greg Gurenlian, visit: https://www.thefaceoffacademy.com/staff Greg Gurenlian is a graduate of Penn State University and played 14 seasons professionally, winning an MLL MVP and an MLL Championship in 2015 with the New York Lizards, setting the career record for faceoff wins and groundballs and winning a gold medal with Team USA in 2018. Gurnelian was a member of the Redwoods Lacrosse Club in the innaugural PLL season and helped lead the team to a 2019 PLL Championship appearance. Greg currently coaches the next generation of faceoff athletes as a founder and coach with the Faceoff Academy. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Maria Nolan, former New Jersey high school girls volleyball coach and New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Hall of Famer. Listeners will hear about her approach to coaching, how she got her teams to buy-in to her philosophies and how she fostered confidence on her teams through game-like practice. Maria is one of the greatest coaches in New Jersey high school history, coaching Secaucus High School for 27 years and leading the program to 16 NJSIAA state titles, 17 league titles, 15 county titles and 8 undefeated seasons. After her time at Secaucus High School, she coached Immaculate Heart Academy to 14 NJSIAA Non-Public State titles, 15 NJSIAA Sectional titles, 7 Bergen County titles, and 19 league titles. IHA also earned the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award 17 out of 18 possible years during her tenure. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN AND WATCH Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Gary Gait, current Syracuse men's lacrosse head coach and former pro lacrosse player in both the National Lacrosse League and Major League Lacrosse. Listeners will hear about creating championship standards, how he and his brother Paul Gait used their compeitive drive to fule their success on the lacrosse field, and taking ownership of one's career. To learn more about Gary Gait, visit: https://cuse.com/sports/mens-lacrosse/roster/coaches/gary-gait/5737 Gary Gait is a graduate of Syracuse University, where he and his brother Paul Gait led Syracuse's most dominant stretch in program history, losing just one game in three seasons from 1988-90 and winning three NCAA championships. At the professional level as a player, Gait has won three NLL titles (1991, 1994, 1995), three MLL titles, (2001, 2002, 2005), three Mann Cups (1991, 1997, 1999), the Heritage Cup (2004) and the ILF World Championship (2006). WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN AND WATCHListen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Brodie Merrill, former pro lacrosse player in both the National Lacrosse League and Premier Lacrosse League. Listeners will hear about the power of patience, what Brodie means by "giving oneself license," establishing a foundation while maintaining flexibility, and why coaches should aim for "repetitions without repeating." He is a graduate of Georgetown University, where he was a two-time All-American, two-time Tewaaraton Award Finalist and 2005 NCAA Defensive Player of the Year. The future hall of famer has won multiple awards in his 17-year professional career, broke the loose ball record in the NLL and had the PLL's award for best long-stick midfielder named after him. He has also won two Mann Cup Championships, 2 Gold and 3 Silver Medals at the World Field Lacrosse Championship, 2 Gold at the World Indoor Lacrosse Championships and a MLL Championship. WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN AND WATCH Listen/Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ruq1L8SNPyGmAqLdrVAVQ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grateful-and-full-of-greatness-with-mark-glicini/id1498665905?uo=4 Visit Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

On the latest episode of the Grateful And Full Of Greatness Podcast, host Mark Glicini interviews Joseph Radich, founder of R3 Health and MedHouse in West Palm Beach, Florida. Joe is a board certified physician assistant focused on holistic, integrative, alternative and anti-aging medicine. Joe believes patients should be educated and empowered. His book, Autonomy: Taking Control of Your Healthcare in a Broken System, offers an innovative perspective on the past, current, and future states of the medical system in the United States. His practices include advanced training and utilization of Stem Cell Therapy, PRP, Biohacking and Regenerative Modalities. Joe aims to help people take back control of their own health, wellness, and disease prevention. With practices in Palm Beach, Florida and Manhattan, New York and with eyes on expansion, Joe and his team are applying cutting-edge treatments with a whole-body approach to help patients strive toward optimal health. To learn more about Joseph Radich, visit his website: https://www.r3health.co/about-us/ WHOOP OFFER: FREE BAND + FREE 1ST-MONTH SUBSCRIPTION: https://join.whoop.com/mgpp THORNE OFFER: 25% OFF ALL SUPPLEMENTS: https://www.thorne.com/u/markglicini Mark Glicini's Website: https://www.markglicini.com/

Athletes Unlimited Women's Professional Lacrosse Champion, Taylor Moreno joins Mark to discuss the tangibles and intangibles that lead to true growth. At the goalie position, Taylor has been an AU Pro Champion twice and she is the all-time leader in saves for the University of North Carolina. Originally from Long Island, New York, Taylor was the first woman to play varsity football for Huntington High School. A black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a Nike athlete, an ambassador for 'Morgan's Message,' she also runs her own goalkeeper clinics... inspiring the next generation of players. Listeners will hear how patience and asking for help made her a better teammate, goalkeeper and all-around person. Taylor and Mark dive deeply into the mental skills and techniques necessary to stay in the moment and play one's best when it means the most. Taylor's Instagram Taylor's Website

On this episode, Mark Glicini sits down with Jay Dyer, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for Team USA's Men's and Women's National Teams. For over two decades, Jay has worked with the John's Hopkin's Men's Lacrosse Team and has been the Director of Sports Performance at MedStar Health. Along with being a certified strength and conditioning specialist, he is a devoted husband and father of two kids. Owner and operator of JDyer Strength and Conditioning, Jay brings a degree in Exercise Science and over 20 years of experience with United States' best lacrosse players in the world to help athletes become immensely agile, durable and powerful. Listeners will hear about the importance of "constantly proving yourself," "being able to attribute strength to the field," and "having an appreciation for your craft."

For 25% OFF all Thorne Supplements A member of the Illinois Track & Field Hall of Fame, Tony Holler's "Feed the Cats" methodology has helped thousands of athletes get faster, hundreds of coaches rethink training, and dozens of individuals find love again. Tony explains why we are "good at what we like, and great at what we love." He has spoken publicly and consulted on speed training with teams from Major League Baseball, NCAA Football and Lacrosse, national rugby teams and more. Tony has over 40 years coaching football, basketball, and track. He recently retired from teaching chemistry after 38 years, and now, he is devoting his time to enhancing lives through full-day workshops, virtual content, and in-person presentations. Listeners will hear about "championship sleep," "redefining hard work," and why "tired is the enemy."  

A member of the USA Lacrosse Hall of Fame and arguably one of the best lacrosse players to ever compete at Brown University, Darren Lowe achieved all-world success in both professional sport and business. After his athletic career, Darren worked at Lehman Brothers, J.P. Morgan, Bank of America and retired as Head of US Institutional Sales for RBC Capital Markets. He was the recent Chair of the Board for the Benjamin School in Florida (2019-2023), he remains an Executive Board Member of USA Lacrosse, and is a current Board Member of Fore All Junior Golf Foundation. Listeners will hear what Darren means when he states, "You wouldn't want it to be anyone else but you."

An internationally recognized expert in youth speed training, Bill Parisi joins Mark to discuss how breakdowns lead to breakthroughs, why one's network equates to one's net worth, and what really matters when it comes to enhancing movement. Bill's story sheds light on the importance of remaining curious, taking risks, and communicating effectively. Listeners will hear about what Bill means when he says phrases such as: "nonnegotiable hard science," "committed to the entire process," "honesty is not always positive," and "mastering your movement hygiene." Over the last 30+ years, more than one million athletes have trained through the Parisi Training System, in over 100 facilities and health clubs worldwide. As a trusted consultant and featured lecturer, Bill has spoken to and written for numerous high-end organizations including the NFL, Nike, National Strength and Conditioning Association, National Academy of Sports Medicine, ESPN, The New York Times, and The Today Show. Currently, Bill is part of the vanguard understanding and teaching others about fascia, the body's elastic connective tissue that can and should be trained. For 25% Thorne supplements, such as Collagen Plus discussed in this episode: click here!

Esteemed Head Coach of Syracuse Women's Lacrosse, Kayla Treanor joins Mark to discuss the importance leading with truth, competing with gratitude, and understanding through humility. Prior to coaching at Syracuse, Kayla was an assistance coach at Harvard and then Boston College, where she helped them win a national championship in 2021. As a player, she was named a four-time 1st Team All-American, awarded the Attacker of the Year in three consecutive seasons, and recognized as ACC Offensive Player of the Year. After setting school records at Syracuse, she played professionally and internationally, winning gold medals at the 2017 and 2022 World Championships for Team USA. As an elite athlete and now coach, Kayla reflects on who inspired and influenced her along her "quest to be better." Listeners will hear what she believes is the greatest gift someone can give another person...

Mark sits down with one of the world's best in the field of Marketing & Communications, Monique de Maio. Born in France, Monique immigrated to the United States at five years old. Navigating a new country, culture, and language, Monique worked her way up from IBM to Wall Street in various marketing roles to being a magazine publisher to finally running her own successful business. On this episode, Monique vulnerably shares her experiences of discrimination, bullying and striving for equal opportunities, which later inspired her to write a book, The 7 Secrets to Creating a Life You Love: A Guide for Women in Leadership, which will be available in September 2023. She is also the creator of her own podcast titled "Possibilities with Monique de Maio” [on Apple Podcasts and Spotify — August 2023]. Monique is the Founder and CMO of onDemandCMO, a marketing consultancy that provides insightful and impactful marketing strategies to help brands and businesses flourish. Listeners will learn how to go from desire to implementation, why integrity is instrumental in leadership (especially of one's own life), and who the most important commitments we make are with... LinkedIn: Monique de Maio

Matt Hasselbeck played quarterback for almost two decades in the National Football League. He was a 3x Pro Bowler who threw for 36,638 yards and 212 touchdowns in his career, finishing 22nd all-time. With 11 postseason starts, 16th all-time in NFL history, he still holds many Seattle Seahawks franchise records. In 2021, the Seahawks inducted him into their Ring of Honor. Now, Matt is an analyst for ESPN, appearing on its signature Sunday morning pregame show, Sunday NFL Countdown. Listeners will hear what Matt means when he says, "I was prepared for it," and "you know it when you see it." Mark and Matt discuss learning from leaders, competing with oneself, and resiliency through transitions. Main topics include communication, longevity, and personal development.

The 1st full-time sports dietitian in professional sports, Joel Totoro is a registered dietitian and Director of Sports Science at Thorne, a world-renowned health solutions and supplement company. Joel oversees human performance integration with Thorne's sports partners and serves as a liaison to the medical affairs, research and design teams.  He worked on the Performance and Innovation Team at EXOS following a stop as the sports dietitian for University of Michigan. Totoro also served 8 years as team dietitian for the New England Patriots. Totoro also served as the assistant chief dietitian at St. Luke's Hospital, specializing in trauma nutrition. He holds a B.S. in Allied Health-Dietetics from the University of Connecticut and is an original member and former Board of Directors Chairperson for the Collegiate and Professional Sports Dietitian Association. Listeners will hear what Joel means by, "To be at the highest level of sport, there's always: What do I think? What do I know? What can I prove?" For 25% OFF all Thorne Products, click here and sign up.

Nike Lacrosse Athlete and Coach and one of the best scorers to ever play the sport, Joe Walters was the former NCAA Division I Attackman of the Year during his time at the University of Maryland, 4x All-American, 5X Professional Champion, 11X Major League Lacrosse All-Star, and former member of Team USA, both outdoor and indoor lacrosse. Joe runs a company called JW1 Lacrosse with the mission of teaching individuals, small groups, and larger camps how to attain their fullest potential through the sport he loves and knows so well. Listeners will hear how to perform under pressure, why "toughness" might be misunderstood by many, and what drove Joe to play professionally and internationally for so long. 

This week, Mark sits down with arguably the greatest lacrosse face-off specialist of all time. Trevor Baptiste is coming off one of the most prolific Premier Lacrosse League seasons - he was awarded both the Face-off Man of the Year (for the third time) as well as the Most Valuable Player. Originally from New Jersey, Trevor was a 4x First Team All-American, 2x Tewaaraton Finalist, 2015 National Champion at the University of Denver and the 1st Overall Pick in the 2018 Major League Lacrosse draft. His accolades do not stop at multiple Premier Lacrosse League All-Pro and All-Star selections, he plays for the Philadelphia Wings in the National Lacrosse League and represents Team USA in both box and field lacrosse, winning a 2019 World Lacrosse Indoor Bronze Medal and 2018 World Lacrosse Field Gold Medal. Listeners will find out what Trevor sees as the "most important thing...," how "lacrosse can change people's lives," and why it's critical to make "time to take care of your body and your mind."

Anson Dorrance is a world-renown women's soccer coach at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and arguably one the best soccer coaches of all time according to Sports Illustrated, ESPN and more. He has led the Tar Heels to 22 National Championships, 22 ACC Tournament Championships, and 24 Regular Season ACC Championships. With a 88% winning percentage over 43 seasons, he has been recognized as the Women's Soccer Coach of the Year 7x. Additionally, Coach Dorrance was the Men's Soccer Coach of the Year in 1987 and coached the United States Women's National Soccer Team to a Women's World Cup Victory in 1991. In 2008, he was elected into the National Soccer Hall of Fame. Listeners will hear what led to the "The Hidden Dynasty," how to cultivate a principle-centered culture, and why sports are all about human development. Coach Dorrance describes the "Competitive Cauldron," a first-hand account of Mia Hamm's work ethic, and the power of connection. 

On this week's episode, Mark Glicini sits down with his favorite professor from Yale University, Craig Wright. In Dr. Wright's course, “Exploring the Nature of Genius,” Mark learned the traits and techniques alike and different across multiple individuals who have changed the way we view the world. During his tenure at Yale, Dr. Wright served as chair of the Department of Music and the Academic Director of Online Education. His online course, “Introduction to Classical Music,” is the largest online music course in the world. He has published several books on music and cultural history - the most recent being “The Hidden Habits of Genius,” an Amazon bestseller. Yale has recognized Dr. Wright's contribution to undergraduate teaching in the form of its two most prestigious prizes, the Sewall Prize and the DeVane Medal. Dr. Wright was also awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship and an honorary doctorate from the University of Chicago. In 2010, he was elected a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Wright holds an M.A. and Ph.D. from Harvard. Listeners will hear how to handle pressure, reframe failure, and utilize curiosity.

Former NFL's Defensive Player of the Year and 12-year veteran for the Cleveland Browns, Jerry Sherk, sits down with Mark Glicini to have an insightful, vulnerable conversation about his journey, athletic transition, and philosophy. Named to four Pro Bowls, Jerry was honored by the team in 2005 by being named a “Cleveland Browns Legend.” Not only is Jerry commonly considered to be one the best defensive players in NFL history (after not going out for football until senior year in high school), Jerry was also a wrestler at Oklahoma State University. After retiring from the National Football League, Jerry went on to earn a masters in psychology, to research extensively the topic of “Athletic Transition,” and to be a national consultant for youth mentoring programs. Over the last 25 years, he has been the Director of Education and Training for the California Mentoring Partnership. Listeners will hear Jerry's perspectives on the power of mentors, the hero's journey, and how seemingly the worse things in life turn out to be the best things for us down the road. To connect with Jerry Sherk, email him: jerrymsherk@gmail.com

One of the best sport psychologists in the world today, Dr. Versari served as the former Program Administrator for the NBA Education and Career Development Program. Her expertise lies in career transition, life planning, and use of assessment to provide a holistic approach to performance enhancement. Dr. Versari is the Director of the Sport Psychology Program at the San Diego University for Integrative Studies (SDUIS). Dr. Versari has worked with high profile clientele for over 30 years, including the Brazilian Olympic Men's National Basketball Team, and continues to provide services to elite professional athletes, executives, and teams. Listeners what will hear why pain is leverage, how beliefs drive action, and what determines the quality of an individual's life. To contact Dr. Versari, email cversari@sduis.edu

Wes Barnett was a two-time Olympic weightlifter for Team USA, competing in Barcelona 1992 & Atlanta 1996. He won medals at World Championships, the Pan Am Games, and collegiately. Wes was National Champion in 1990 in the 90 kg weight class. From athlete to administrator, Wes worked in the Sport Partnership Division of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, as well as the CEO of USA Weightlifting. In this episode, Wes elaborates on what it takes to cultivate the right mindset for performance, how his coaches helped him focus on long-term development, and why "many are called but few are chosen." Now, Wes is Vice President of Business Development for Thorne HealthTech, a science-driven wellness company that provides the highest quality supplements and solutions on the planet. Discount included: Thorne Products

Rachael DeCecco, a member of the US Lacrosse National Hall of Fame and one of the best defenders to ever play the sport, sits down with Mark Glicini to discuss influences, intangibles, and strategies that lead to success. Listeners will hear how Rachael's definition of winning has evolved over time, what she believes goes into reaching the next level, who she admires and why. Rachael played an integral role in launching the Women's Professional Lacrosse League, and she remains a director inside of the Premier Lacrosse League. Tune in as she shares her story from childhood to Team USA and beyond.

Building off of Episode #1, Mark Glicini dives deeper into Brian Callanan's core philosophies inside leadership. Speaking from his experiences within the Marine Corps, law enforcement, and lacrosse coaching, Brian expresses the critical components that allowed him to develop winning teams from the ground up. In this conversation, listeners will hear how detrimental bad leadership can be, what true leadership looks like, and why the world needs more leaders. Find out what Brian means when he states, "You can't live in two worlds."

One of Mark Glicini's closest friends and mentors, Dr. Rob Gilbert, shares how to go from where we are to who we want to be. He has been a professor of sport psychology at Montclair State University in New Jersey for 43 years. He is a professional motivational speaker, an author, and the creator of "Success Hotline," three-minute motivational message released EVERY DAY for over three decades. Listeners will hear what holds most of us back, why being a student is not about intelligence, and "the only thing that can undo limitations, the only thing that can enlighten your soul..."

Leading with empathy, Scott Lenz is a trusted authority in deep health coaching through Body Composition Analysis (BCA), interactive planning, and accountability. Scott is the Founder and CEO of Inner Image and Inspiri Wellness, which provide routes for high-performing individuals toward optimal health. He has collaborated with entities spanning from the MLB, NFL, PLL, NBA, NHL, NCAA, USA Olympics, as well as Fortune 500 Companies. Scott played a major role in assisting Mark Glicini toward peak physical conditioning during his 2021 Premier Lacrosse League championship season. In addition to his coaching services, Scott has led design projects for gyms and training facilities at several resort properties including Wynn, Bellagio, Fontainebleau, MGM and many more! On this episode, listeners will hear what stands out to Scott as a top intangible for high achievers. Visit here to learn more about how Scott helps his clientele build toward their future. 

One of the best two-way midfielders to ever play the sport of the lacrosse, Matt Abbott, sits down with Mark Glicini to reflect on how and why his childhood dreams were able to come to fruition. Matt is originally from Syracuse, New York. He played lacrosse at Syracuse University, where he won two national championships. He still lives in Syracuse and works as co-owner and investment advisor at Armory Capital Management. Over the course of his lacrosse career, Matt has been a member of Team USA, a nine-time Major League Lacrosse (MLL) all-star, a four-time MLL Champion, a Tewaaraton Award finalist, an All-American, a multiple-time captain, and more. Listeners will hear about the simple yet effective factors that have led to Matt's longevity and his belief: "If you are not continually improving,..."

Mark Glicini sits down with the 2021 Premier Lacrosse League's (PLL) Most Valuable Player. For three straight years in a row, Blaze Riorden has been awarded Goalie of the Year. To top it all off, he won the 2021 PLL Championship with the Chaos Lacrosse Club. In addition to having one of the greatest lacrosse seasons of all time, Blaze has had a decorated career inside the National Lacrosse League as a forward for the Philadelphia Wings, with Team USA Men's Indoor Lacrosse, as well as through seasons at the University of Albany and Fairport High School in upstate New York. In this conversation, Blaze discusses how everything comes full circle, what it has meant to conquer life's hills, and why "the road with the most bumps often leads to the most..."

Mark Glicini sits down with the first-ever paid strength coach in America. Over the course of roughly five decades, Boyd Epley built the University of Nebraska's strength & conditioning program from the ground up, producing All-Americans and winning National Championships along the way. Known as the "Godfather of Strength & Conditioning," Boyd is the founder of the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), which has certified over 65,000 strength coaches since its inception. By the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (PCFSN), he was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Listeners will find out what the great ones do, why measuring performance matters and how to train the right energy system. 

On this episode, Mark Glicini sits down with one of the greatest sport psychologists on the planet. Sylvain Guimond has evaluated, treated and worked with over one thousand elite athletes including Greg Norman, John Smoltz, Mario Lemieux, and Tiger Woods. He is a world renowned expert in posture therapy, a distinguished inspirational speaker, and the President/Founder of Biotonix, a leading medical software company focused on postural health and wellness. Sylvain has been a consultant for five NHL teams (including the Montreal Canadiens, currently competing in the 2021 Stanley Cup Final), as well as for the NBA and NFL. Listeners can expect to hear about seemingly small strategies and stories that make all the difference. Find out what Sylvain means by, "Who's helping who?"

There are fewer awards in lacrosse that Tom has not won than he has, it seems. An East Meadow, New York native who played at St. Anthony's and then Princeton University before heading to the professional ranks and Team USA. In 2017, he was the Rookie of the Year as a member of the Toronto Rock in the National Lacrosse League (NLL). In 2018, he won a gold medal with Team USA and was named to the All-World Team. In 2019, the Premier Lacrosse League's (PLL) inaugural season, he was the recipient of the Gait Brothers Midfielder of the Year. Currently, he is the captain of the Archers Lacrosse Club in the PLL and is helping build the League from the inside out. Listeners will find out what Tom means by constantly "adding new layers."

Bill Naslonski is a member of the New York Lacrosse Hall of Fame and still holds the single-season scoring record at Rutgers University. Originally from Farmingdale, New York, he currently owns two New Balance licensed stores on Long Island. In the early 2000s, Bill was a catalyst in starting the Mahwah Youth Lacrosse Program in northern New Jersey, where Mark Glicini started his journey in the sport. Listeners can expect to hear about the importance of education, beneficial relationships and a winning mentality.

Dr. Greene is a Clinical and Sport Psychologist, the owner of Greenepsych, and a trusted advisor in mental health. He specializes in helping competitive athletes improve their on-the-field performances by teaching strategies to manage mind chatter (a topic he is currently writing a book about), to overcome self-doubt, and to stay focused on their game-day goals. Off the field, Dr. Greene consults with athletes who are struggling with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression, as well as post-career worries and fears. Listeners can expect to hear about "side games," how to deal with one's inner voice, and what Dr. Greene believes is more important than confidence. 

Michelle is one of the best and most creative lacrosse players in the world. She has been on Team USA since 2011. Michelle won a gold medal and was selected to the All-World Team in the 2017 World Cup. At Syracuse University, she was a Tewaaraton finalist, an All-American, IWLCA and Big East Attacker of the Year. In parallel with her career as a professional athlete, Michelle has coached women's collegiate lacrosse since graduating college in 2013. Currently, she is the head women's lacrosse coach at Wagner College. Listeners will hear how influential relationships and positive energy can be. 

Mark Glicini sits down with the Director of Student-Athlete Innovation & Performance at Yale University. Thomas Newman teaches cutting edge training solutions, which has helped Yale's sports teams climb the national rankings since 2016. During Mark's time as a Bulldog, Thomas gave him nuanced guidance and insight inside the realms of strength & conditioning, nutrition and recovery. Listeners will hear about the power of maintaining a beginner's mindset, consistency and an intentional culture. Find out what Thomas means by, "Why are you doing this?"

Lyle was named "Player of the Decade" by Inside Lacrosse. At the University of Albany, he was a two-time recipient of the Tewaaraton Award (for Division I lacrosse's best player). In 2016, Lyle was the 1st pick in both Major League Lacrosse's (MLL) and National Lacrosse League's (NLL) drafts. In 2017, he won a Champion's Cup and was NLL's Most Valuable Player. Two years later in 2019, he won a MLL Championship and was recognized as the Most Valuable Player, again. Lyle remains one of, if not the best professional lacrosse players in the world, a Nike Athlete, N7 Ambassador, the CEO of Thompson Brothers Lacrosse and President of "4 The Future Foundation." In this conversation, Lyle discusses with Mark Glicini flow state, the difference between a game and a sport, as well as core values, the importance of habits/routines and an alignment between passion and purpose.

On this episode, Mark Glicini sits down with his and the Head Coach of the Chaos Lacrosse Club in the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), Andy Towers, who was the recipient of the 2019 Coach of the Year Award in the PLL's inaugural season. Coach Towers also owns and runs Lacrosse Draws, a player development company committed to moving the sport of lacrosse forward for boys and girls from youth to college levels. He coached college lacrosse for 19 years, competed in both indoor and outdoor professional lacrosse leagues, and won multiple All-American Honors in high school and at Brown University, where he resides in its Sports Hall of Fame. Andy was most recently inducted into the US Lacrosse Connecticut Hall of Fame, as well. Listeners will hear why "discipline is the shortcut," how he evolved from player to coach, and what the separating factors are on and off the field.

Adam Silva is a player, character, and executive coach. He remains a highly sought after public speaker and leadership coach with over 25 years of coaching experience among high school, college, and professional ranks. Adam is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he was a captain for Army's lacrosse team and later named to the 1990's Patriot League Men's Lacrosse All-Decade Team. Currently, he is the Director of Player Development for the Jacksonville University Lacrosse Program. Mark Glicini and Adam discuss the importance of relationships, culture, failure, and more. Listeners will come to understand what Adam means by "serving without the expectation of return."

Mark Glicini's first mental coach, Brian Cain, shares his story, insight, and philosophy on performance. In addition to being a best-selling author, speaker, coach, and consultant, Brian is the creator of "The Mental Performance Mastery Coaching Certification Course." He has worked with Fortune 500 companies, world-class athletes and teams, executives and professionals inside almost every professional sports league. Brian elaborates on what it means to have "pre-commitment," "MVP Process," and core values summed up by the acronym: "DELP." Listeners can expect to hear how and why Brian's "entire life is a system."

Opponents on the field and like-minded friends off the field, Scott Ratliff sits down with Mark Glicini to discuss commitment to excellence, love for service, and what it takes to overcome ego. Scott is a 5x professional lacrosse all-star, 2x finalist for the Premier Lacrosse League's (PLL) Long-Stick-Midfielder of the Year, recipient of the 2019 Welles Crowther Humanitarian Award, co-founder of The Give & Go Foundation, and a trusted leadership consultant. He currently plays for the Archers Lacrosse Club in the PLL and runs Scott Ratliff Leadership. Listeners can expect to hear how Scott evolved from a young student-athlete from Georgia to a National Champion at Loyola and then to a high-performing professional athlete and coach. Scott states, "Great minds are..."

Coach Ken Miller owns and runs the oldest club lacrosse team in the country (Long Island Sting for the last 26+ years). Ken sits down with Mark Glicini to discuss how his experience and expertise as a businessman on Wall Street [for the past quarter century], as the founder and director of Everest Recruiting Consulting and as a father and triathlete has created his current mindset and perspective. As a coach and recruiting consultant for high school lacrosse student-athletes, he has worked with well over 1,000 players (including Mark over a decade ago) and their families to get to the next level. Listeners can expect to hear stories and stances about mentality, performance and commitment to excellence. Find out what Ken means when he says, "You own it."

On this episode, Mark Glicini discusses servant leadership and an evolution of training over the years with Matt Danowski. Matt remains one of the all-time leading scorers in NCAA Division I lacrosse history. As a former player at Duke University, he was the National Player of the Year and recipient of the Tewaaraton Trophy & the USILA Lt. Raymond J. Enners Award (2007). In addition, he was a 3x First-Team All-American, 3x Tewaaraton Trophy finalist, 3x ACC Player of the Year selection, and won the USILA Lt. Col. J.I. Turnbull Award 2x as the nation's top attackman. For the better part of the last decade, Matt has been an assistant coach for Duke Men's Lacrosse, winning National Championships in 2013 & 2014. Listeners can expect to hear what makes Matt (as a husband, father, player and coach), along with the Duke Men's Lacrosse Program, consistently successful. 

Mark Glicini sits down with one of his mentors, Dr. Nick Molinaro, who has been a licensed psychologist for over 35 years. Dr. Nick specializes in clinical counseling psychology, sport psychology, executive assessment and performance enhancement. His expertise combined with his empathy allow him to take elite athletes and executives on a journey toward optimal performance. Listeners can expect to hear about the power of intention and why confidence is overvalued. Dr. Nick elaborates on mind mechanics, stress management and the importance of spirituality.

Current President of the San Diego Seals, former Team Canada Men's National Team player and longtime National Lacrosse League executive, Steve Govett joins Mark Glicini to talk about growth, opportunity and the sport they both love. Steve was unanimously voted to join the World Lacrosse Board of Directors earlier this month (September 2020). Listeners can expect to hear about Steve's outlook on the future of lacrosse and why it's so important to work alongside good people. This conversation sheds light on the characteristics of what goes into creating and maintaining a sound culture.

Mark Glicini dives deeply into what it takes to reach and to maintain high performance as an individual, team and business with Mike Rabil, Co-Founder and CEO of the Premier Lacrosse League. Mike shares his story, his philosophy behind how he continues to build successful startups and why surrounding oneself with the right people is so important. Listeners can expect to hear about principles such as awareness, vision, risk tolerance and much more.

Mark Glicini sits down with the Head League Physician and the Medical Director of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL). On top of their work with the PLL, Dr. Catherine Logan is a sports medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon and travels internationally + nationally as a member of the team physician pool for the US Ski & Snowboard teams each year; Mike Giunta is the owner and CEO of Evolution Physical Therapy and works as the Head Physical Therapist for Burton Snowboards. Listeners can expect to hear about the importance of maintaining the right mentality, what it means to scale one's reach, take on a life of service, engage one's discipline, avoid complacency, embody consistency and more!

Professional lacrosse player heading to Harvard Medical School, Tyler Warner shares why he pursues his endeavors, how he came to understand what hard work really is and who helped him get to where he is today. Tyler not only won a National Championship at Yale in 2018 and a Premier Lacrosse League Championship in its inaugural season (2019), he also finished his college career as the #1 short-stick defensive midfielder in all of NCAA Lacrosse Division I. Tyler and Mark Glicini reflect on their time at Yale together and their perspectives as competitors, student-athletes and professional athletes. Listeners can expect to hear about the importance of striving for more even when we do not feel completely confident. 

Andrew Baxter has coached and enhanced the lives of collegiate student-athletes for roughly 20 years. He is currently the Head Men's Lacrosse Coach at Fairfield University. For six years, he was the Defensive Coordinator for Yale Men's Lacrosse, winning the Division I NCAA National Championship in 2018. Coach Baxter played an integral role in Mark Glicini's development and transition from offense to short-stick defensive midfield (2013-2016). Prior to Fairfield and Yale, he led top-ranked defensive units at Ohio State, Drexel and Colgate University. He is a dedicated student and teacher of lacrosse and the mental game, as well as a devoted husband and father. Listeners can expect to hear how and why passion and vulnerability are invaluable.