Shooting

Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

How to Shoot on the Run in Lacrosse: Key Techniques for Scoring on the Move

By Joe Juter

Shooting on the run in lacrosse is an essential skill that allows players to take advantage of fast breaks and create scoring opportunities while on the move. Since you're typically moving at full speed, it requires good body control, timing, and accuracy. Here’s how to effectively shoot on the run:

Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

Fake Shot Drill for Women's Lacrosse: Improving Technique and Decision-Making

By Joe Juter

In women’s lacrosse, the fake shot is an essential tool to deceive the goalie and create scoring opportunities. Players can manipulate the defense and goalie to gain an advantage, enhancing their chances of scoring. Here’s how to execute an effective fake shot and why it’s so important in the game.

Women's Lacrosse Practice Drills members

Pick Pass and Shoot

By Joe Juter

A dynamic lacrosse drill emphasizing accurate passing, proper pick usage, and quick shooting to build game-like skills and enhance offensive coordination.

Men's Lacrosse Practice Drills members

Pass Down Pick Down Pass Shot

By Joe Juter

A fast-paced lacrosse drill focusing on crisp passing, effective pick-setting, off-ball movement, and quick catch-and-shoot execution to simulate game scenarios and develop decision-making under pressure.

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Cross Creek Finishing Drill for Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The Cross Creek finishing drill is ideal for women’s lacrosse players to refine their catch-and-shoot skills. This drill helps improve their accuracy and agility in offensive play.

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X Dodge and Crease Picking Drill for Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The X Dodge and Crease Picking drill is perfect for women’s lacrosse players to enhance their offensive skills by practicing dodging from behind the crease (X). This drill helps players refine cutting techniques, setting picks, and coordinating quick plays, allowing them to create effective scoring opportunities.

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Cross Goal Finishing Drill for Men’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The Cross Creek finishing drill is an effective tool for training men’s lacrosse players in catching and shooting coordination. This drill improves shooting accuracy and agility in offensive situations.

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X Dodge and Crease Picking Drill for Men’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The X Dodge and Crease Picking drill is crucial for men’s lacrosse players as it enhances their ability to attack from behind the crease (X). This drill focuses on dodging, cutting movements, and setting picks, all key elements for creating offensive opportunities and generating space for a shot on goal.

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Ground Ball and Shooting Drill

By Joe Juter

In women’s lacrosse, mastering quick ground ball pickups with low, controlled body positioning and smooth cradling helps secure possession in tight spaces. Transitioning rapidly into a shot using compact wind-ups and precise placement enhances scoring under defensive pressure, turning 50/50 balls into effective scoring chances.

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Drill: Hopkins Up and Over Drill

By Joe Juter

The “Hopkins Up and Over” drill trains players to move the ball quickly around the offensive perimeter and finish with an alley shot on the run. It combines spatial awareness, passing precision, and pressure decision-making.

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The Art of Finishing Inside in Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

Finishing inside in women’s lacrosse requires quick decision-making and precise shooting to capitalize on close-range opportunities. By maintaining composure and using strategic positioning, players can effectively score when near the goal.

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Change of direction Drill

By Joe Juter

The "Change of Direction Drill" is a key lacrosse exercise designed to improve agility, ball control, and quick decision-making. By simulating game situations where attackers dodge defenders, players practice rapid directional changes while maintaining control of the ball. This drill enhances shooting accuracy and power, making it essential for developing speed and efficiency in offensive plays.