In this blog post, University of Florida senior goalie Olivia Cole was kind enough to share her story. Many of us, including myself, faced the hardship that comes with being the star in high school and coming to college and suddenly realizing it's not exactly the same. For many of us, you work hard and you trust improvement and playing time will come. However, sometimes that is not always the case. Sometimes, that's just not meant to be your role. It doesn't mean you aren't good, as Olivia says, but it changes your role on the team. This happens to a lot of players, but mainly to goalies, since only one can play at a time. If you're in this position and find yourself not playing despite your best efforts, please keep read.
Read MoreThis blog tackles how to handle your upcoming tryouts!
Read MoreThis one covers how you can build your relationships with the girls in front of you, who always have your back. Yes, talking about the defense!
Read MoreThis blog covers an overview of what I'm planning for 2018 and how my move is going one week in!
Read More2017 has been quite a year - check out my most popular content here!
Read MoreIn this blog I discuss why I'm thankful for lacrosse. Read it now!
Read MoreCheck out this video of me doing a small stick warm up!
Read MoreThis one contains another huge announcement from me - check it out!
Read MoreAnnouncement here - check it out!
Read MoreHow should we really look at mental toughness? What do goalies actually think it is? Read more on this one, originally posted on ILWomen.com.
Read MoreEmbracing the weird as a goalie can be easier said than done - click here to see why and how we can make it easier.
Read MoreI've written about a lot of the struggles of playing goalie, and believe me, there is way more where that came from. Today I want to explain why playing goalie was the most amazing thing that ever could have happened to me. It truly made me the person, and leader I am today. Check out the video below to learn more.
Read MoreThis one is heavy. Very heavy. Today marks the beginning of #SuicideAwareness month, and on this day, I’m sharing my story. This is the most vulnerable I’ve ever felt in my life putting this out there. I hope that it can help someone out there in some way, that someone knows they aren’t alone and as much as you might not think things can get better - they can! I am living proof of that.
Read MoreCheck out this interview with my mom on what it was like for her as a goalie parent, I think dads can relate too even though mine was at work when I did this!
Read MoreWho do I think is better, men or women lacrosse goalie coaches? Check it out!
Read MoreAll about the mid save - check out the video here!
Read MoreCheck out this video where I dive into how to make a save!
Read MoreEverything you need to know about the goalie stance!
Read MoreWhat do you do when life hands you lemons? For me, I have two choices.
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