The Long Game

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S2 Ep. 1: Mt Si Wildcats—Reigning 4A Champions

October 22, 2026

Season Two will explore great programs across the PNW and beyond.  First up is a conversation with Jack Breeden, head coach of the Mt Si Wildcats in North Bend, the reigning Washington 4A state champions.  We explore how great programs build a culture of lasting success and use sports to help kids become capable, confident adults.  Including how Mt Si overcame the adversity of losing the 2025 state title game by a single goal and came back to win the 2026 championship against the same opponen...

Ep. 8 Eliot

June 11, 2026

In light of the tragic passing of Eliot Abramson, we are changing plans for the end of season one of The Long Game.  Instead of a final episode reflecting on what we’ve covered, we have a short tribute remembering Eliot.  He was a remarkable teammate, friend, youth coach, son, brother, and beloved member of the Mercer Island lacrosse family since he joined our club in elementary school.We’ll be back with Season Two sometime this fall and will continue exploring healthy youth sports cultures, ...

Ep. 7. The View From Across the Field: Rivalry and Respect for the Game

May 20, 2026

Today The Long Game explores two new perspectives: a rival coach on the opposite sideline, and a referee on the field.Nick Welton was Bellevue’s head coach from 2017 until he left the program in 2022. In that time, Bellevue and Mercer Island repeatedly met on the biggest stage in Washington high school lacrosse. Bellevue won three state championships under Nick — all against Mercer Island.But this conversation isn’t about bragging rights. Nick discusses a rival’s view of Mercer Island, why he...

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The publicly listed email for The Long Game: cooper.matt@gmail.com.

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The Long Game typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Youth sports coaches and program leaders; athletes turned coaches; professionals with leadership/mission backgrounds (e.g., medicine, military, Peace Corps) who also coach youth sports; credible voices on culture, discipline, and parent engagement. Common among recent guests: State-championship or high-achievement youth sports experience; Leadership roles as coaches of high school programs; Notable public-service or professional background (e.g., medical, Navy, Peace Corps) combined with youth coaching. Recent guests include Nick Welton, Bob Dunbar, and Brant Howell.

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Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

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