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The Cross Creek finishing drill is an effective tool for training men’s lacrosse players in catching and shooting coordination. This drill improves shooting accuracy and agility in offensive situations.
The X Dodge and Crease Picking drill is crucial for men’s lacrosse players as it enhances their ability to attack from behind the crease (X). This drill focuses on dodging, cutting movements, and setting picks, all key elements for creating offensive opportunities and generating space for a shot on goal.
As the parent of a young lacrosse player, I’ve learned many valuable lessons. Chief among them is this: lacrosse is less a sport and more a geographic scavenger hunt. For reasons I cannot fully grasp—possibly rooted in a...
Double Team Drill trains defenders to create turnovers through disciplined positioning and effective double-teaming without relying on checks, reinforcing teamwork and controlled pressure in tight spaces. Perfect for refining defensive strategies in man-down situations.
In women’s lacrosse, mastering quick ground ball pickups with low, controlled body positioning and smooth cradling helps secure possession in tight spaces. Transitioning rapidly into a shot using compact wind-ups and precise placement enhances scoring under defensive pressure, turning 50/50 balls into effective scoring chances.
Basketball strategies like pick-and-rolls, zone defenses, and spacing concepts translate effectively to lacrosse, enhancing offensive fluidity and defensive adaptability. However, lacrosse’s unique behind-the-goal play and continuous flow require coaches to modify and simplify traditional basketball plays for a seamless transition.
Lacrosse isn’t just a game—it’s a battle of skill, precision, and adaptability. And in lacrosse, there’s one secret weapon that can keep your edge sharp without setting foot on the field. It’s the bounce back. A simple d...
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed lacrosse enthusiasts, and helmet skeptics alike—let's discuss a pressing issue in women's sports. It’s time to talk helmets in women’s lacrosse. Yes, helmets. As in those big, padded, confi...
Let’s paint a scene. Saturday morning, 7 a.m. The coach is on his second Red Bull, dragging nets onto the field while trying to keep track of his own kids, who are wrestling in the parking lot. Meanwhile, an assortment o...
The “Hopkins Up and Over” drill trains players to move the ball quickly around the offensive perimeter and finish with an alley shot on the run. It combines spatial awareness, passing precision, and pressure decision-making.
To achieve high performance in women’s lacrosse, having the right training equipment is crucial. Essentials like the agility ladder, resistance bands, and rebounders not only enhance key skills like speed and precision, which are essential for fast transitions and quick footwork, but also contribute to muscle recovery and strength-building. With this equipment, female players can maximize each training session and effectively prepare for the unique demands of their game.
This drill teaches players to drift to a strong dodge angle, square up to the cage, and execute quick passes while being mirrored by a partner. It builds repetition, timing, and spacing fundamentals before introducing defenders.
