How to Defend in Lacrosse: Footwork, Positioning, and Using the Crease
This lacrosse defensive drill shows how to deny a player's strong hand, use the crease as help, and control the dodger without overcommitting.
The Back Check: A Defender’s Secret Weapon
The back check is the defender’s ambush—quiet, lethal, and all about timing. You’re not swinging for glory; you’re waiting for that moment when the offensive player gets sloppy with his cradle, then whap—plastic on plastic, ball on turf. This isn’t a desperate hack from behind. It’s calculated, it’s practiced, and when done right, it flips the script behind the cage without drawing a flag.

3 Essential Dodging Tips to Protect Your Stick in Lacrosse
Learn three simple but effective dodging techniques that will help your players protect their stick and avoid turnovers against aggressive defenders.