So much of lacrosse is based around finding a good match up. If your players can not dodge or defend the dodge you will not have any good match ups there by drastically limiting your options. Every practice should incorporate dodging in some way. However that does not mean it has to be just guys taking turns going one on one.
There are many different types of dodges, all can work if done properly. As the game evolves and creativity explodes more great dodges are formed. We will take a look at a few basic dodges:
The roll dodge is one of the most effective dodges especially in tight. This move is also very commonly taught in basketball. If the lacrosse stick is in the left hand you would want to plant your right foot into the defender, turn away from the defender and as your back is to the defender put your lacrosse stick in your right hand then burst out of the dodge. The goal is to get the defender to over commit and get off balance before you roll. you also have to be very close or touching the defender to make the roll really effective.