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Shooting on the Run: Unlocking Power and Precision in Lacrosse
Men's Lacrosse Skills and Technique

Shooting on the Run: Unlocking Power and Precision in Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

Executing an effective shot on the run is a crucial skill in sports like lacrosse. It involves a combination of movements and body adjustments that allow players to make powerful and accurate shots even while in motion. Mastering this technique improves reaction time, control, and shot power, resulting in more unpredictable and harder-to-defend plays.

Teaching Long Passes in Women’s Lacrosse
Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

Teaching Long Passes in Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

In women's lacrosse, long passes are a powerful tool—not just for transition, but for total field control. Teaching this skill means unlocking vision, leadership, and smarter team play.

Wall Ball Routine: Daily Stickwork Workout
Men's Lacrosse Practice Drills members

Wall Ball Routine: Daily Stickwork Workout

By Joe Juter

A wall ball routine is essential in girls lacrosse because it builds stick skills, hand-eye coordination, and muscle memory through consistent repetition. It also develops confidence and quick decision-making under pressure—both crucial for game-day performance.

How to Train Catching on the Move in Lacrosse
Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

How to Train Catching on the Move in Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

In lacrosse, players are rarely standing still, so catching on the move is essential. This shuttle line drill helps develop stick protection, quick passing, and hand-switching under realistic game-like motion.

Basic Hand Switch
Women's Lacrosse Skills and Techniques members

Basic Hand Switch

By Joe Juter

Switching hands in lacrosse is a crucial skill that helps players maintain possession and outmaneuver defenders. This article explores different hand-switching techniques to enhance mobility and offensive effectiveness.