Split the 8 Defensive Drill – Pressure and Weak Hand Positioning
The Split the 8 drill teaches defenders how to apply pressure, force weak hand, and work together within a structured defensive system.
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Women's Lacrosse Defense content filed under Defensive Concepts, Sliding.
The Split the 8 drill teaches defenders how to apply pressure, force weak hand, and work together within a structured defensive system.
This defensive drill develops man-to-man pressure, weak-hand positioning, and sliding responsibilities through a live 4v4 setup.
This defensive drill teaches players how to position, communicate, and support below GLE using proper slide timing and backside awareness.
Learn how to prevent shooting space violations in girls lacrosse by teaching defenders when to leave and how to trust the team system.
Double-teaming in women’s lacrosse is a defensive strategy used to trap an attacker, apply pressure, and create turnovers, especially in critical game moments. To avoid penalties like shooting space violations and the three-second rule, defenders must communicate effectively and execute the double team with proper timing and positioning.