Articles

members

Double Triangles High & Low

Running a man-up offense with a midfield triangle rotating together and an attack triangle rotating together forces the defense to constantly adjust, creating natural overloads, 2v1 situations, and open passing lanes. This structure maintains spacing, facilitates quick ball movement, and naturally generates picks and seals, making it easier to exploit defensive breakdowns for high-percentage scoring opportunities.

Man Up 2-2-2 Set

members

Forcing the Short Stick to be the first slide

Maryland’s 1-4-1 offensive strategy isolates short sticks up top while positioning the second short stick as the first slide, repeatedly neutralizing the long poles and exploiting favorable matchups. By quickly resetting and recreating this scenario, they ensure constant pressure on the defense, making it an effective approach for teams with dodgers who struggle against long poles.

Offensive Concepts

members

Turn Ground balls into Fast Breaks

Ground balls are crucial in lacrosse, and by teaching players to fight for possession with three on-ball and three off-ball in a triangle ready to attack or defend, teams can seamlessly transition into fast-break opportunities. This simple, structured approach reduces chaos, keeps the play fast, and creates scoring chances or defensive stability, requiring only hustle, basic stick skills, and adherence to a few key rules.

Unsettled Offense Offensive Concepts

members

Dodging from X out of an open set

In an open set with two triangles, a dodger at X creates space by attacking the goal while one adjacent player cuts to the crease and the other rotates to X for a rollback option. This setup ensures scoring opportunities through quick passes, open midfield shots, or an uncontested dodge if no slide comes.

Offensive Concepts Principle Based Offense Circle Set

members

Zig Zag footwork drill

The Zig Zag Drill sharpens footwork and agility for both offensive and defensive players by focusing on stick skills, roll dodges, and positioning. Offensive players work on switching hands and protecting the ball, while defenders focus on mirroring, drop steps, and well-timed poke checks to simulate game scenarios.

Offense Dodging Defense

members

Elevating Lacrosse Defense: A Practice Plan for Success

Strengthen your team’s lacrosse defense with this focused practice plan. Designed to improve skills, communication, and game readiness, it ensures your players are prepared to dominate on the field.

members

2-Hour Lacrosse Practice Plan for Beginner Girls: Building Skills and Confidence

This 2-hour practice plan for beginner girls is designed to develop essential lacrosse skills through well-organized drills and interactive activities. It highlights the importance of proper technique, consistent involvement, and enjoyment to keep players engaged and progressing.

members

Basic Skills Practice plan

This 2-hour practice plan for beginner boys focuses on building fundamental lacrosse skills through structured drills and engaging activities. It emphasizes proper technique, active participation, and fun to keep players motivated and improving.

members

The Consequences of Illegal Pushing in Lacrosse: Protecting Players and Fair Play

In lacrosse, the term "pushing" refers to a foul that occurs when a player illegally pushes their opponent, usually from behind, causing them to lose balance or putting them in a vulnerable position. This rule is essential for protecting player safety and ensuring fair gameplay. Discover the details about this infraction, when it is penalized, and the consequences associated with it in various lacrosse leagues.

members

Figure Eight Drill

The "Figure Eight Drill" is a stick work exercise designed to enhance passing accuracy, mobility, and communication between players in women's lacrosse. This drill also helps athletes refine their technique for cutting and moving around a pick in tight spaces. Ideal for players looking to improve their decision-making and coordination on the field, the "Figure Eight Drill" is an essential practice for developing key skills that directly apply to game scenarios.

Stick Skills Beginners

members

Perfecting the Fast Break

A fast break in men's lacrosse is a quick 4-on-3 transition where the offense aims to score within 2-3 seconds using minimal passes, precise positioning in an L-formation, and decisive actions to exploit defensive rotations. Success relies on clear communication, sprinting into position, and prioritizing quick, accurate shots.

Unsettled Offense Offensive Concepts

members

Figure Eight Drill

The "Figure Eight Drill" is a stick work exercise designed to improve passing accuracy, mobility, and player communication in lacrosse. This drill also helps players refine their technique for cutting and moving around a pick in tight spaces. Perfect for athletes looking to enhance their decision-making skills and coordination on the field, this drill is essential for developing key abilities that directly apply in game situations.

Stick Skills