Episode 10 - Mike Bender 7/7/2020

In Episode 10 I speak to professional lacrosse player Mike Bender who recently signed with the Conneticut Hammerheads in the newly formed MLL (Major League Lacrosse) League.
Mike was a member of the Maryland Lacrosse program, finishing as Division 1 runners-up in 2015 where they lost to a strong Denver University in the final, having beaten their biggest rivals Johns Hopkins 12-11 in a closely fought semi-final 2 days prior. We talk about the preparation for NCAA D1 sports and how they focused on recovery for such a quick turn around to be ready for the most important game of their season.
We talk about his coaching experience from running his own program to coaching with the Hong Kong national team programs along with how his experience of S&C across his career.
We also talk about mental and physical preparation for high level competition and how he has been preparing for his venture into professional lacrosse.
A great guest and a great listen!