Category
Published content filed under Beginner.
This faceoff clamp drill teaches players how to develop proper stance, grip, and hand movement to consistently win possession.
This draw progression drill helps players develop technique, quick reactions, and control to consistently win possession.
Improve stick skills, passing, and dodging with the 3-person shuttle drill. A fast-paced lacrosse warm-up designed to maximize reps and develop all-around fundamentals.
Fast practices create better teams. These 9 simple adjustments help you reduce downtime, increase reps, and keep players fully engaged.
“Messy Yard Lacrosse” is a fast and dynamic game designed to improve stick skills and ball control in a fun and competitive environment. Players, divided into two teams, must use their lacrosse sticks to pick up and transport balls to the opposite side of the field, preventing them from accumulating in their own “yard.” At the end of the time, the team with the fewest balls on their side wins. This activity promotes speed, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure, while players practice key lacrosse skills.
This article provides an in-depth look at a passing drill specifically designed for women in lacrosse, focusing on building precise passing skills and agile movement. Tailored to enhance stick control and decision-making, this drill helps female players sharpen their ability to pass under pressure and develop greater ambidexterity.
This eight-step stick work routine, designed by Coach Mike Faith from Franklin & Marshall College, is a powerful daily tool for players who want to refine their control, grip, and technical precision. Each step emphasizes hand sensitivity, body alignment, and stick fluency fundamentals that separate good players from great ones.
This simple defensive box drill helps players master body control, footwork, and defensive positioning. By combining shuffles, backpedals, and lateral runs, defenders can simulate game-like movements and build muscle memory for effective on-ball defense. Ideal for beginners and easy to teach during practice.
This simple stationary split dodge drill helps players improve control, confidence, and comfort with the lacrosse stick. It’s easy to do anywhere—on the field, in your backyard, or at home—and builds muscle memory to move smoothly without overthinking.
The flipping drill is a simple yet powerful tool to work on coordination, communication, and stick control. This exercise is ideal for new coaches because it doesn’t require extra equipment or advanced players. Below, you’ll find a clear step-by-step explanation of how to organize and teach it in any practice session.
This 90-minute training session is designed for beginner lacrosse players, focusing on fundamental skills like passing, catching, ground ball recovery, and basic offense and defense principles. Through progressive drills and a mini-game, players build confidence and game awareness effectively.
This 2-hour training session is designed to refine key lacrosse skills: cradling, ground ball recovery, and passing accuracy. Through progressive drills and small-sided games, players improve ball control, reaction speed, and decision-making in real-game situations.
