Dodging

Men's Lacrosse Practice Drills members

1 v 1 with a Hole Slide

By Joe Juter

This drill focuses on 1v1 situations, allowing offensive players to practice dodges and defensive players to work on positioning and sliding into the hole. With an emphasis on communication, footwork, and finishing with a shot, this drill helps both offense and defense sharpen their skills in realistic game scenarios. Variations include adjusting the starting location or adding an offensive player to challenge the slide defender.

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Crease Roll and Shoot Drill

By Joe Juter

This is an drill is excellent for teaching players to dodge from the X position, moving side to side and finding space in the five-by-five location at the top of the area.

Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

Teaching the Inside Roll: A Step-by-Step Guide for Coaches in Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The inside roll is a highly effective move in women’s lacrosse, allowing attackers to exploit overcommitted defenders and create better angles for shooting. Its emphasis on quick footwork, stick protection, and deceptive body language makes it a powerful tool for gaining an offensive advantage.

Men's Lacrosse Skills and Technique members

Cutting off ball

By Joe Juter

Off-ball cutting is all about creating space and opportunities. By constantly moving, reading defenders, and using quick fakes, players can break down defenses and open lanes for passes. Timing and communication with teammates are essential to catching defenders off-guard and increasing scoring chances. Keep moving and stay unpredictable!

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Question Mark Shooting Drill

By Joe Juter

Mastering the question mark dodge is like adding a secret weapon to your lacrosse arsenal, giving you the edge to outsmart defenders with precision and flair. Perfecting this move sharpens your ability to create space and deliver powerful shots, making it a must-have skill for any attacker aiming to dominate the field.

Men's Lacrosse Skills and Technique members

The Question Mark Dodge

By Joe Juter

You drive hard, leaning into the defender, selling the topside move. Then—plant. In a heartbeat, you roll back, hands shifting, eyes on the lower corner. The defender stumbles, lost in your quick spin. The ball leaves your stick, flying low past the goalie. The move was a question mark, but the finish? Pure exclamation.

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Teaching the Pick and Roll

By Joe Juter

The pick and roll in lacrosse is a powerful offensive strategy that creates space and confuses defenses by having one player set a screen while the other rolls to open space for a pass or shot. Teaching this play focuses on timing, communication, and reading the defense, making it an essential tool for generating scoring opportunities.

Men's Lacrosse Skills and Technique members

Top 5 tips for Stick Protection when Dodging

By Joe Juter

Master the art of lacrosse dodging with essential tips for stick protection and footwork. Learn how to cradle naturally while on the run, shield your stick with body positioning, and keep defenders guessing with sharp changes in direction and plane. Elevate your game with these key techniques designed to help you dominate on the field.

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1v1 slide and recover

By Joe Juter

Sliding and recovering in lacrosse defense helps maintain team structure and prevent easy scoring opportunities by quickly covering gaps and supporting teammates who are out of position. This strategy enhances communication, forces offensive errors, and improves defenders’ decision-making skills under pressure.

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Cone Tunnel 1v1

By Joe Juter

Lacrosse is a fast-paced sport that requires a blend of physical agility and strategic thinking. The Cone Tunnel 1v1 drill is a fantastic way for players to develop both their offensive dodging and defensive skills. This drill focuses on improving key abilities such as speed, ball control, evasion techniques, and defensive anticipation, providing a challenging environment for attackers and defenders alike.

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1 v 1 Scramble or Recover Drill

By Joe Juter

The 1 v 1 Scramble or Recover Drill in lacrosse sharpens players' decision-making and agility during close-contact situations by engaging them in direct offensive and defensive duels across the half field. It develops individual offensive skills and defensive recovery tactics, with variations in start positions and additional sliding defenders to simulate real-game pressure.

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The Benefits of 4v4 Drills in Men's Lacrosse Practice

By Joe Juter

Engaging players in 4v4 drills during men's lacrosse practice maximizes individual skills and tactical awareness. These drills enhance decision-making, promote quicker adaptations in game-like scenarios, and foster better communication and teamwork.