College lacrosse recruiting is changing, and players and families need to understand what those changes could mean for their path.

In this episode of the Colorado Lacrosse News Podcast, Asa McKee sits down with Madison McPherson, founder of MadMac Athletic Consulting and former Division I lacrosse player at Johns Hopkins and Stanford, to break down the NCAA’s new five-year eligibility structure and its potential impact on college lacrosse rosters and recruiting.

Madison and Asa discuss how the new eligibility clock could affect current college players, incoming recruits, roster sizes, transfers, playing time, scholarships, reclassification, and the decisions athletes make when choosing a college. They also look at whether having five years could give athletes more flexibility with demanding academic programs and graduate degrees.

They also cover the changes to Division I recruiting contact on September 1, what players should be doing before coaches can contact them, what communication is allowed before that date, and why athletes should not panic if the phone does not immediately start ringing.

The conversation then turns to Division III recruiting, where the rules and timeline can look very different, along with financial aid, verbal commitments, coaching changes, choosing the right college fit, recruiting showcases, burnout, and the role parents should play throughout the process.

Whether you are a 2027, 2028, 2029 recruit or simply starting to learn how college lacrosse recruiting works, this episode offers practical information to help you understand what is changing and what you should be thinking about now.

In this episode of the CLN Podcast, Asa McKee sits down with Mary Schumar, Northwestern alum, former Marquette standout, and founder of LaxLnk, along with Jaylen Rosga, a Northwestern defender and 2026 NCAA Division I National Champion.

Mary shares the story behind LaxLnk, a lacrosse-only platform built to help players, coaches, clubs, trainers, and fans connect in one place. She talks about growing up in a non-traditional lacrosse area, the need for better access to camps, clinics, lessons, training content, and recruiting tools, and how LaxLnk is helping build a stronger lacrosse community.

Jay gives listeners a look inside Northwestern’s national championship run, including the team culture, the joy behind their season, and what it felt like to win it all in the Midwest. She also shares advice for young players and parents going through the recruiting process, reminding athletes to be themselves, enjoy the journey, and understand that coaches want to know the whole person, not only the lacrosse player.

This conversation is about access, visibility, team culture, recruiting, and the people helping grow the game for the next generation.

Dennis Joyce of LaxDadRecruiting joins the Colorado Lacrosse News Podcast to break down what really matters in the college recruiting process. Drawing from years of experience as a lacrosse parent, Dennis tackles common misconceptions about scholarships, club teams, recruiting timelines, and the path from high school to college lacrosse.

In this conversation, Dennis explains why finding the right fit matters more than chasing a specific division, how families should evaluate club programs, and what coaches are actually looking for during the recruiting process. He also shares candid advice for parents on supporting their athletes without adding unnecessary pressure.

Whether you're a player hoping to compete at the next level or a parent trying to understand the recruiting landscape, this episode provides practical guidance, realistic expectations, and valuable insights to help you navigate the journey with confidence.