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The 5v4 Groundball Challenge in lacrosse starts with a coach rolling a groundball for teams to compete over; if the offense recovers, they attack 5v4, and if the defense does, they must clear the ball. This drill enhances skills such as ball movement, off-ball spacing, defensive shifting, and team communication.
This 4v3 to 4v4 fast-break drill is designed for women’s lacrosse teams to improve conditioning, ball movement, and quick decision-making in unsettled situations. By simulating real-game transitions and adding a trailing midfielder, it challenges players to adapt under pressure while keeping the pace fast and fun.
This drill simulates real-game transition scenarios, helping players recognize and capitalize on fast breaks while improving lacrosse IQ, ball movement, and defensive recovery. By constantly adjusting to new numbers and unsettled situations, players develop quick decision-making, communication, and conditioning under pressure.
This fast-paced 3v2 scramble drill in men’s lacrosse improves offensive spacing, passing, and shooting while challenging the defense’s slide and recovery. Starting behind the cage, it simulates game-like situations and enhances conditioning, field awareness, and decision-making under pressure.
King of the Field: Lacrosse Challenge is a fast-paced and competitive activity where several teams face off to remain the "king" of the field. Each team must defend their position by winning short matches, while challengers aim to dethrone them. It’s an excellent way to improve ball control, teamwork, and both offensive and defensive skills in a fun, high-rotation environment.
The West Genny Drill is a must-try for any lacrosse team, simulating intense 3v2 fast breaks that improve decision-making and quick ball movement. Its fast-paced transitions make it perfect for skill development while doubling as a powerful conditioning workout. Elevate your team’s performance and endurance with this dynamic, game-like drill!
dynamic women's lacrosse practice activity that focuses on quick transitions and continuous play, enhancing both offensive strategies and defensive reactions. Players engage in short-field games from sideline to sideline, promoting rapid decision-making and conditioning while incorporating fun, competitive elements like score-keeping and varied play scenarios.
The 5v4 Groundball Drill in men's lacrosse starts with a coach initiating play by rolling out a groundball, leading to either an offensive attack or a defensive clear based on recovery. This drill sharpens essential lacrosse skills like ball movement, off-ball spacing, defensive adjustments, and team communication.
This high-intensity practice sharpens both offensive and defensive skills. Offensively, it improves spacing, speed, and precision. Defensively, it boosts communication, organization, and pressure. Each unique repetition fosters adaptability, preparing players for real-game unpredictability. Elevate your team’s performance with this versatile training tool!
This Is a great drill to help them to keep their spacing in the 3v3 and look to work the 2-player game options. In the clear, focus on marking up quickly to eliminate the easy feed to the outlet player up top. The transition to 7v7 is a great opportunity for them to work on recognizing whether they are in a fast break versus slow break situation based on the defense. The defense will emphasize their footwork and containing the 1v1 to the outside lane as well as communicating about the doubles/slides and seeing both ball and player on the back side.
This is a great drill to gain control of the draws and convert the draw control wins into a quick goal.
This is a traditional 5v4 drill with a bit of a twist. A great way to sneak some extra stick work in and maintain the next players in line attention. Especially at the earlier levels when we run these drills all the players do not touch the ball and therefore do not work on the most fundamental skill of the sport. No waiting! Once the one group ends the new 4 up top begin passing and the expectation will be set that the players down low will be ready in time.
