Growing the Game w/ POWLAX - Captains & Coaches

Tap into gamification to capture and keep the attention of youth athletes and shift from "joysticking" young players to empowering them with agency!

In this episode, Patrick Chapla shares how his POWlax approach creates engaging practice plans where players develop critical decision-making skills through guided discovery rather than constant instruction. You'll learn practical strategies for building team cultures that foster communication, resilience, and personal growth.

Patrick's framework transcends lacrosse—focusing on foundational principles that help youth athletes discover their unique gifts while building confidence through guided experience. His mission to make sports accessible and enjoyable offers valuable wisdom for anyone coaching young athletes in any sporting context.