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Tight Cradle and Strong Finish: Controlling the Stick Through Contact
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Tight Cradle and Strong Finish: Controlling the Stick Through Contact

By Joe Juter

This drill focuses on maintaining a tight cradle while driving toward the goal and finishing under pressure. Players learn to keep their top hand close, protect their stick from checks, and explode through contact for a powerful finish.

Lacrosse Stance One-Step Drill for Women’s Lacrosse Players
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Lacrosse Stance One-Step Drill for Women’s Lacrosse Players

By Joe Juter

The Lacrosse Stance One-Step Drill is a dynamic wall ball exercise that focuses on form, rhythm, and control. By emphasizing proper body mechanics and soft hands, players learn how to generate power through their legs and hips while maintaining quick release and consistent accuracy.

Standing Two-Hand Behind-the-Back (BTB) Wall Ball Drill for Women’s Lacrosse
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Standing Two-Hand Behind-the-Back (BTB) Wall Ball Drill for Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The Standing Two-Hand Behind-the-Back (BTB) wall ball drill is an advanced exercise designed for female lacrosse players to build control, creativity, and confidence. It helps players maintain proper stick mechanics while performing challenging behind-the-back passes and catches, enhancing both coordination and game-ready reflexes.

Teaching Girls to Contain Attackers Through Strong Body and Stick Control
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Teaching Girls to Contain Attackers Through Strong Body and Stick Control

By Joe Juter

A strong defensive stance and smart body positioning are the foundation of great lacrosse defense. This step-by-step guide helps coaches teach players how to contain attackers, move their feet effectively, and use controlled body-to-body contact to prevent scoring opportunities without fouling.

Zipping the Pass Through X Timing, Angles, and Separation
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Zipping the Pass Through X Timing, Angles, and Separation

By Joe Juter

Executing a fast and accurate pass through X is key to maintaining offensive rhythm. This drill helps attackers read defenders, create separation, and deliver sharp feeds under pressure.

1v1 Dodging Drill for Attackers and Defenders
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1v1 Dodging Drill for Attackers and Defenders

By Joe Juter

This drill focuses on developing attacking and defensive skills in a live one-on-one lacrosse situation. The attacker works on receiving the ball, establishing proper body positioning, and executing a quick dodge toward the cage, while the defender practices maintaining position and applying pressure. Adding a time limit simulates real game conditions and sharpens decision-making speed.

Preventing a Rebound, Mastering Control After the Save
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Preventing a Rebound, Mastering Control After the Save

By Joe Juter

Avoiding rebounds is one of the most critical habits for lacrosse goalies. This drill focuses on maintaining control after making a save, reinforcing awareness, hand positioning, and readiness for a second shot.

Top 3 Mouthguards for Women’s Lacrosse: Comfort Meets Protection
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Top 3 Mouthguards for Women’s Lacrosse: Comfort Meets Protection

By Joe Juter

In women’s lacrosse, safety is as crucial as skill. A good mouthguard not only prevents injuries but also lets players breathe and communicate comfortably on the field. Below are the three best mouthguards you can find on Amazon—perfect for players seeking reliable protection and performance.

Transition Shooting Drill – Step Down Finishing
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Transition Shooting Drill – Step Down Finishing

By Joe Juter

A fast-paced transition shooting drill that teaches players how to create and finish step down shots through proper spacing, timing, and ball movement.

Dodging Spacing and Sell Drill
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Dodging Spacing and Sell Drill

By Joe Juter

This drill focuses on improving an attacker’s spacing, timing, and ability to “sell” her dodge to the defender. By starting with simple repetitions and gradually increasing defensive pressure, players learn to execute realistic dodges at full speed while maintaining the right distance from their defender.

How to Get Open for a Crease Feeder Drill
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How to Get Open for a Crease Feeder Drill

By Joe Juter

Learn how to use body positioning and angles to get open for a crease feeder, improving timing and offensive chemistry.