Emerson College graduate. Writer. Coach. Teacher. Author of Major League Life and Lacrosse-ing Into the Mainstream. (he/him).https://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkxkpxeiek2cEarned enough point in Metavarsity’s NLL fantasy game for this sweet Dan Dobbie autographed hat. Great reward & fun to play!03 May 2026 16:18 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkxkpxeiek2chttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkt56wwcrs2iThe Takeaway Check, Issue #115: Last night was our last home game of the season. It was Teacher Appreciation night and our Stick it to Cancer game, putting others above ourselves. It was rewarding to then see an act of selflessness from one of my players. https://takeawaycheck.substack.com/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-11501 May 2026 22:06 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkt56wwcrs2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkntcnuol22iThe names on the Middlebury roster may be different, but the results stayed the same. Despite graduating 14 seniors, Middlebury finished the regular season undefeated & looks to win another NESCAC & NCAA Tournament title. My story for USA Lacrosse Magazine: https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/new-identity-same-old-middlebury29 Apr 2026 19:25 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkntcnuol22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mklo4sqo7s22TCNJ’s Marissa Lucca is the USA Lacrosse Magazine Divison 3 Women’s Lacrosse Player of the Week. In two victories, Lucca combined for 22 points (14 goals, 8 assists) and eight caused turnovers. She surpassed 300 career points in the process28 Apr 2026 22:47 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mklo4sqo7s22https://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkldyyewqk2y"He definitely deserves a shot" How Shun Ito, the first Japanese player to participate in a PLL camp, impressed with the Redwoods. My story for the PLL: https://premierlacrosseleague.com/articles/shun-ito-impresses-for-redwoods-in-first-pll-training-camp28 Apr 2026 19:46 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkldyyewqk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkd7x563ac2fMichael Boehm may be a new addition to the Redwoods, but he’s very comfortable with his teammates thanks to childhood relationships & playing in the Championship Series. He’s excited for the new opportunity. My story for the PLL: https://premierlacrosseleague.com/articles/michael-boehm-excited-for-new-opportunity-with-the-redwoods25 Apr 2026 14:12 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkd7x563ac2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mkbizafl7c2eThe Takeaway Check, Issue #114: The athletic department at the school I coach had a debate: should the Athlete of the Year have to play multiple sports? Or can they just be really good at one sport? https://open.substack.com/pub/takeawaycheck/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-114?r=7drrh&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web24 Apr 2026 21:49 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkbizafl7c2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjznshi3422aMeredith attack Kenzie Todd is this week’s USA Lacrosse Magazine Division 3 women’s lacrosse player of the week. In 3 victories, she combined for 13 goals and 12 assists for 25 total points in victories, included 4 goals & 8 assists against Brevard.21 Apr 2026 18:54 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjznshi3422ahttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjzal7h74k2jAndie Aldave said team meals have been the best way for the players to connect and get to know each other on a more personal level.21 Apr 2026 14:57 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjzal7h74k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjzahtdm3k2jCoach DeLuca: "When you lead with love, great things happen."21 Apr 2026 14:55 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjzahtdm3k2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjz7s4uy2s2jBoston Guard head coach Laurie DeLuca said assistant coach Tracey Sullivan is missing training camp because she ran the Boston Marathon yesterday.21 Apr 2026 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjz7s4uy2s2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjw7ceasxc2eThe Guard acquired Isabella Peterson and Sierra Cockerille via waivers? I know all of these rosters are stacked but those are two huge pickups. Those women can ball.20 Apr 2026 09:56 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjw7ceasxc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjpvipljb22dThe Takeaway Check, Issue #113: Coaching has taught me valuable lessons about leadership, andI can pinpoint the moment of inflection. https://takeawaycheck.substack.com/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-11317 Apr 2026 21:45 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjpvipljb22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjncc6gxjs27'Everyone on our offense has to be a threat. We can’t be a one-trick pony kind of team; it’s too easy to faceguard (one) player' At 8-0, there might not be a prep team in New England playing as well as Phillips Andover. My story for New England Lacrosse Journal: https://www.laxjournal.com/how-phillips-andover-girls-are-meeting-their-high-expectations/16 Apr 2026 20:56 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjncc6gxjs27https://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mjcjyurcos2dThe PLL draft is this Tuesday. Here’s a look at what every team needs going into it: https://premierlacrosseleague.com/articles/every-teams-biggest-need-in-2026-college-draft12 Apr 2026 14:14 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjcjyurcos2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mj62ugak6s2yThe Takeaway Check, Issue #112: Today is the 15th anniversary of the passing of one of my high school teammates. This day always reminds me the importance of pausing & acknowledging how fortunate I am to still be involved in lacrosse. https://takeawaycheck.substack.com/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-11210 Apr 2026 19:33 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj62ugak6s2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mj52p6shks2g‘Lacrosse saved my life in a way' Diagnosed with cancer & a 15% chance of survival at 13 years old, Reese Walker's love for lacrosse & desire to play again inspired her to fight & survive. Now, she's breaking records at Meredith. https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/reese-walker-survived-dire-diagnosis-set-records-meredith10 Apr 2026 09:57 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj52p6shks2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mizbexgbxs23‘We felt like we stole him’: An oral history of Chris Kavanagh’s draft-night slide Redwoods players and head coach Anthony Kelly recall the 2025 College Draft and the thoughts and emotions watching Chris Kavanagh slide. My story for the PLL: https://premierlacrosseleague.com/articles/we-felt-like-we-stole-him-an-oral-history-of-chris-kavanaghs-draft-night-slide08 Apr 2026 21:46 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mizbexgbxs23https://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3miwire5oas23Messiah's Grace Hejeebu is the USA Lacrosse Magazine Division 3 women's Player of the Week. The senior made an astonishing 20 saves and posted a 69 percent save percentage while shutting out York in the fourth quarter in the victory over the Spartans.07 Apr 2026 19:20 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3miwire5oas23https://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mim2k5nyy22wThe Takeaway Check, Issue #111: More details from my feature about the Boston College men’s club team and why Division 1 isn’t the only path to continue playing lacrosse (or any sport) in college. https://takeawaycheck.substack.com/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-11103 Apr 2026 15:39 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mim2k5nyy22whttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mihnkh2ggs2uThis spring, my lacrosse team is raising money for the American Cancer Society as part of the nationwide Stick it to Cancer event. Money donated will go towards research, patient services, and advocating change. Any support is greatly appreciated! https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=112373&pg=personal&px=6115086701 Apr 2026 21:36 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mihnkh2ggs2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mif6wpbgek2aMiddlebury’s Caroline Adam is this week’s USA Lacrosse Magazine Division 3 Women’s Player of the Week. Adams tallied 19 points and 15 draw controls in three victories over Top 20-ranked opponents this week.31 Mar 2026 22:09 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mif6wpbgek2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mi57fcwsvc2sWhat is with the Virginia D and all the over-the-head check attempts?28 Mar 2026 17:56 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mi57fcwsvc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mi35fys66c2hThe Takeaway Check, Issue #110: One of my favorite cards in my collection is one that has almost no monetary value. #TheHobby https://takeawaycheck.substack.com/p/the-takeaway-check-issue-11027 Mar 2026 22:15 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mi35fys66c2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mhyhr2hgf22b“Life is hard. Not every day is going to be a win. You can do hard things, and you can learn from it.” Wilkes women’s lacrosse team won 5 games from 2023-205. They won the first 8 games this season. My story about the turnaround for USA Lacrosse Magazine: https://www.usalacrosse.com/magazine/college/women/wilkes-historic-turnaround-about-more-just-lacrosse26 Mar 2026 20:42 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhyhr2hgf22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mhtvmu3b7k2dWLL Supplemental Draft Tomorrow at 3 on YouTube. Each team gets two picks. I hope we see Isabella Peterson drafted and back on a squad!25 Mar 2026 01:07 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhtvmu3b7k2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mhtkq56ywc2lRowan’s Elaina Corson is USA Lacrosse Magazine’s Division 3 Women’s Lacrosse Player of the Week. In two victories, she scored 14 goals, tallied three assists, caused five turnovers, won four draw controls, and picked up four ground balls.24 Mar 2026 21:52 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhtkq56ywc2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/pshore15.bsky.social/post/3mhjlzssuk222Some Friday evening Redwoods news: Wes Berg moved from PUP list to 25 man roster. Sam English moved from Injured Reserve to 25 man roster. Those could be massive upgrades for the Redwoods. In 2024, Berg had five multi-goal games and scored in 8 of 10 games.20 Mar 2026 22:49 +0000at://did:plc:xxikdhisis22aj6ft3pu6gwd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhjlzssuk222