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At The Run Out, we aren't media and we aren't analysts. Neil and Brandon are fans who sit down every week to give honest, direct opinions about the PLL, NLL, and the entire lacrosse world. We don't chase hype or try to create drama. We provide opinions rooted in a lifelong love for the game and a desire to see the sport thrive.
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We're back after a month off, and the lacrosse world did not wait. NLL Finals are all Canadian, the NCAA first round produced three major upsets, and Lars Tiffany's future at UVA became breaking news mid-episode. Plus, PLL Week 1 first impressions, the WLL kicking off its inaugural season, and Chad Palumbo chasing 70 points. Lax Lifers Club link in the description. Find us at @iamneilbarrett and @hootsportsmedia. The chase never stops.
We are officially back in the postseason hunt. With Toronto clinching and Buffalo absolutely demolishing Vancouver, the NLL standings are a complete mess, but the good kind of mess where every game actually matters. Buffalo looks like the team nobody wants to see in their bracket right now, while Rochester continues to be a total enigma. We also dive into the "Gordie Howe hat trick" of a performance by Jake Withers that honestly might be the performance of the season. Over on the college side, t...
We’re breaking down a chaotic weekend where "the plan" officially went out the window. From the NLL's mid-season flip—where the Vancouver Warriors and Buffalo Bandits are suddenly surging—to the shocking news of the Philadelphia Wings' ownership transition, the indoor game is in a state of flux. We dive deep into what the Wings' move means for the league and whether the "open secret" of their relocation is a sign of growing pains or a necessary evolution for the sport. On the field, the NCAA ran...
This week, I sit down with Will Stephens, the mastermind behind the Trailer Park Sports Network. Will shares his journey of discovering "niche" sports—from Paralympic athletics to the high-speed chaos of ski-joring—and why lacrosse eventually claimed the top spot as his favorite sport. The conversation dives deep into the "no prototype" nature of lacrosse, where 5'7" receivers and 250-pound bruisers find equal footing. We also break down the latest upsets in the women's college game, the "reload...
With Brandon off earning a paycheck, I'm flying solo to break down a wild week in lacrosse and a bizarre 24 hours for the PLL. From the Toronto Rock's Marvel-themed victory and the Georgia Swarm’s near-collapse to a massive weekend of NCAA action, including Duke's gritty win over Denver, this episode covers the full spectrum of the sport. Neil also dives into the "circular logic" of current rankings and why no one has truly put their stamp on the Tewaaraton race yet. The episode wraps with a dee...
This week on The Run Out, Neil and Brandon lean into the discourse from the Lax Lifers Club Discord server: Is Georgia officially on "Fraud Watch" after getting smoked by Vancouver? The guys break down a Week 16 NLL slate where the standings are shifting daily, from the Philadelphia Wings seemingly "punting" on the season to the Colorado Mammoth’s concerning backslide. The conversation moves to the field game, where Neil defends Duke’s strength of schedule while Brandon shares his experience sho...
In this episode, we break down a wild NLL trade deadline that saw massive shifts for teams like Philadelphia and Buffalo, while also questioning the true value of high-profile NCAA wins. From Duke’s sloppy dominant performance to the "cohesive" but unproven Richmond squad, the guys debate who actually deserves the top spot in the rankings. They also wrap up the PLL Championship Series, crowning the Carolina Chaos and New York Charging while handing out their own custom MVP awards. Between Brando...
It was a solo mission on the podcast this week as Brandon had to step out, but the lacrosse world didn't slow down to wait for him. Today, I dive deep into a chaotic ten-game NLL weekend where the only constant was inconsistency, including a "defensive masterclass" from Georgia and a surprising resurgence from the Buffalo Bandits. I also break down my experience guest-hosting the Bandits' halftime radio show and why the NLL standings are currently a total jigsaw puzzle. The conversation shifts t...
What a chaotic week across the lacrosse world. We discuss the Toronto Rock’s statement win over Colorado and the Buffalo Bandits’ ongoing struggles to find consistency. Brandon also updates everyone on his "jinxing" streak, which apparently now includes forcing Neil onto the thin ice for some unwanted ice fishing. The conversation shifts to a full preview of the upcoming PLL and WLL Championship Series. The hosts make their picks for winners and Golden Stick recipients while introducing a brand-...
This week, we break down a chaotic Week 12 in the NLL as Colorado completes a massive doubleheader sweep, extending their win streak to seven and fueling the debate over Andrew Kew's impact on the MVP race. We dive into the frustration surrounding league discipline consistency following the Elijah Gash hit on Tim Edwards and why the NLL's promotion of penalty-drawing plays is sending mixed signals. Over in the NCAA, the season is in full swing, and our preseason picks are already taking some hea...
This week, we dive into a wild Week 11 in the NLL, where the Buffalo Bandits are officially on high alert after a shocking 13-11 loss to the Philadelphia Wings. We break down how Kyle Jackson made an immediate impact for Philly and whether the Bandits' age is finally starting to show on the back end. We also cover the Saskatchewan Rush extending their winning streak to seven games, Georgia’s steady climb up the standings, and the viral pregame fireworks between Rochester and Vancouver. We also r...
The NLL standings are starting to separate the contenders from the pack as the Saskatchewan Rush continue their "boring" winning streak and the Colorado Mammoth cement themselves as the hottest team in the league. We break down the Mammoth’s absolute routing of the Buffalo Bandits and wonder if it’s finally time for Buffalo to sound the alarm on their aging roster. Meanwhile, the San Diego Seals might be finding their rhythm after sweeping the Philadelphia Wings, while Vancouver made a major sta...
In this episode, we celebrate a major milestone with our 50th episode of The Run Out ! We break down a massive Week 10 in the NLL, highlighted by Vancouver Warriors finally making a statement with their best win of the season and the Georgia Swarm’s gritty overtime thriller against Toronto. We analyze the coaching shakeup in Oshawa following their defensive struggles and look at the Colorado Mammoth’s continued surge. Plus, with the NCAA season officially kicking off, we lay out our Final Four p...
We cover a massive Week 8 in the NLL, from the Georgia Swarm’s dominant "Unboxed" win in Edmonton to the Colorado Mammoth’s statement victory over Halifax. We also dive into the surprising upset of the Buffalo Bandits at the hands of the Ottawa Black Bears and what is currently going wrong with the San Diego Seals. On the field side, we break down the newly released 2026 PLL schedule, including the move to 12 games and a first-ever stop in Rhode Island, along with the news of Steven Brooks takin...
This week on The Run Out , Brandon and I dive into a massive eight-game NLL slate that saw the league's offenses finally explode. We break down the Saskatchewan Rush's historic 21-goal dismantling of the Desert Dogs and the Rochester Nighthawks' statement weekend as they outdueled both the Wings and the Bandits. We also take a look at the "Jekyll and Hyde" nature of the Halifax Thunderbirds, the ongoing chemistry issues in San Diego, and the grit of a young Calgary Roughnecks squad that is keepi...
We are back after a holiday break and a rough bout with the flu. Brandon and Neil have a lot of lacrosse to catch up on and some massive news to break down. This episode centers on the question of the week, who is actually good in the NLL right now? We (finally) get into the massive trade that sent Jack Hannah to the Colorado Mammoth and how that move is already shaking up the NLL landscape before diving into the high-scoring weekend, including the Buffalo Bandits holding off the Desert Dogs and...
Week 4 in the NLL was a goalie showcase. The Vancouver Warriors' CDB and Oshawa's Doug Jamieson put on a clinic in gritty, low-scoring lacrosse during their comeback win over Oshawa. We break down the Rochester Nighthawks’ high-octane victory in Philadelphia which featured a rare goalie fight and an 11-point masterclass from Connor Fields, along with the mirror-image scoring runs that defined the Las Vegas home opener against Ottawa. Off the field, we analyze the massive shift in the PLL landsca...
It was a weekend for the goaltenders across the NLL, as we saw massive save counts and defensive battles define Week 3. We dive into the Wings' upset over the Mammoth, where Nick Damude’s 53 saves silenced the Colorado offense despite a late push. We also break down Halifax’s gritty overtime win against Buffalo and the Rochester Nighthawks’ absolute domination of the San Diego Seals. Plus, Neil officially claims his "NLL Genius" title after Georgia took down Oshawa, and we look ahead to the firs...
The latest episode of The Run Out dives into a dramatic NLL Week 2, which was light on games but heavy on storylines. We recap the Halifax Thunderbirds' historic 11-2 victory over the Oshawa FireWolves, where goaltender Warren Hill's 49-save performance tied a league record. Then we analyze the Saskatchewan Rush's 16-13 home opener win over the Calgary Roughnecks. Finally, we preview all seven games in NLL Week 3, giving our locks and sleeper picks, and put on our "tin foil hats" to discuss repo...
Lacrosse is back! And we finally get to dive into NLL Week 1. The Oshawa FireWolves found late magic against the Rock, and we debate why Toronto’s offense stalled against Doug Jamieson. We break down the Seals' high-scoring win, fueled by Trevor Baptiste's face-off clinic, and question the Bandits/Swarm game's bizarre major penalty. We analyze the biggest statement: the Mammoth's surprising win over the reloaded Warriors. Plus, we hit our favorite PLL card pulls. --------------------------------...
This week, we got straight into the biggest debates as the NLL season is officially live! We reveal our full **NLL predictions**, splitting the league into contenders (like Buffalo and Vancouver), those in the playoff hunt, and the bottom dwellers. Neil explains why I think the **Colorado Mammoth** are being severely underestimated. We hit on the biggest surprises from the final roster cuts, including the **Bandits' creative loophole** to keep Ryan Benesch, the retirement of **Kobe Smith**, and ...
Welcome to The Run Out. I’m Neil Barrett, he’s Brandon Hooten. This week, we dissect the controversy surrounding Austin Staats' reinstatement by the NLL and question the transparency of the league's decisions and "second chances." We break down the Mammoth vs. Rock OT battle , talk about why Owen Hilts is already an NLL force, and cover the emotional retirement of legend Dana Dobbie . Then, we get an exclusive interview with Adam Levi (Lacrosse Matrix) who gives his NLL champion pick (Why Vancou...
The NLL season is on the clock, and the early returns are already causing drama. We dive deep into the first wave of pre-season scrimmages: Why did the Toronto Rock look so dominant against the Saskatchewan Rush ? And is the Calgary Roughnecks' young core (including the massive scoring weekend from Noah Manning and Mattieu Gautier) a sign of a better team than we gave them credit for? Plus, we analyze the major front-office move with Dave Cottle taking over as GM of the Philadelphia Waterdogs an...
The NLL is officially back, and the transaction frenzy is over! This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten dive into everything that dropped during the chaotic 10-day free agency window. We break down whether Vancouver's aggressive spending makes them championship-or-bust, why the Toronto Rock's youth movement is the most exciting gamble in the league, and if we're all sleeping on the three-time defending champion Buffalo Bandits. Join the Active Roster: If you want to jump in on the conversatio...
🚨 Emergency Episode: A Deep Dive on the NLL CBA 🚨 This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten hit record for an emergency episode of The Run Out with guest Dawson J. Nielsen , one of the main people keeping fans informed about the NLL’s ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations. With the season hanging in the balance, we break down what’s really happening behind closed doors. The sticking points, the progress, and what it all means for players, teams, and the future of box lacrosse. ...
This isn’t just a book about lacrosse; it’s a book about America. This week, Neil sits down with author SL Price to talk about his new book, "The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse". Price digs into the contradictions of lacrosse, from its Indigenous roots and the Haudenosaunee fight for recognition to the sport’s messy culture and its push onto the Olympic stage. The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game. Keep up with th...
The CBA is messy, the future is unclear, and we’re making it up as we go. Neil and Brandon break down the latest on the NLL CBA talks before diving into some WAY too early 2026 predictions for the PLL and WLL. From MVP chatter to championship picks, player contracts, and injury concerns, nothing is off the table. The guys also step into the role of “Lacrosse Czar” for a day, debating rule changes, the two-point line in college, and how to restructure the lacrosse calendar to grow the game. The R...
The PLL Championship delivered — and we’ve got thoughts. Neil and Brandon break down the title game, the WLL announcing a full season, big names from the NLL draft, and the ongoing CBA talks. From league growth to promoting stars, integrating men’s and women’s lacrosse, and the dominance of the Chiefs in the Mann Cup — this one covers it all. The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game. Keep up with the conversation: Twitter: https://www.twitter.c...
From lacrosse fields to the NFL sidelines. Neil sits down with TJ Strother, now a videographer with the Houston Texans, to talk about his journey in sports media. TJ shares how he found his passion, the early days of creating lacrosse content, and the shift to working in pro football. We get into career milestones, the evolution of lacrosse media, advice for up-and-coming creators, and what it’s really like producing content at the highest level. Plus, some nostalgia from his playing days, and w...
The PLL semifinals brought fireworks 🎆 Atlas ride Entenmann’s hot hand and a strong midfield past the Dogs, while Denver looks unstoppable after steamrolling the Woods. Neil and Brandon break down both games, from the Water Dogs’ offensive struggles to Brennan O’Neill’s takeover and Luke Weirman winning the stripe battle against TD. Plus: listener mail on the best player since 2010, a wild idea for the two-point line, and Brandon’s experience shooting Air Force football. The Run Out is a lacros...
