The L Clear in Men’s Lacrosse: Strategy, Execution, and When to Use It
The L Clear in men’s lacrosse is a fundamental strategy for transitioning the ball from defense to offense by utilizing an “L” shaped formation. It creates space, stretches the defense, and provides multiple passing options. Ideal for teams with skilled defensemen and when facing man-to-man rides, the L Clear is simple to execute but can become predictable and vulnerable against zone or trap rides
The drill that turned into a game time strategy
This was a man up / man down drill that incorporated fast breaks that became an effective game strategy
Clearing 101 for new coaches
If you are a new to Lacrosse this may help you understand clears a little better.
Attack over clear
How can you utilize your superstar to clear the ball without burning him out during the game?
4 man low clear
The 4 Man Low Clear is particularly useful at the youth level as it gives an easy outlet to the ball carrier and eliminates the need for a long pass.
Clearing 101
If you are a new to Lacrosse this may help you understand clears a little better.
Lacrosse 101 - Clears
After the defense makes a stop and regains possession of the ball it is time to run the clear. Let's go over the basics of clearing
3 1 3 settled clear
This is a great clear to utilize a talented midfielder who can leg it up the field.
Gilman the ball with a purpose
What are you hoping for when you launch the ball down the field? It is not the ideal way to clear the ball, but we all have to play to our strength on the lacrosse field. Therefore if for whatever reason you need to chuck it down the field, have a plan.
43 Apple Clear
The 43 Apple Clear is a simple clear that can be utilized in order to beat a 42 Lacrosse Ride. We will go over how to utilize this clear by making simple passes and eventually attack the opposing attackman that is covering a defender at the midfield line.
Alley Pick Clear
Sometimes we need to be creative to create an outlet for the midfielder clearing the ball up field. I think this solution can create many options to help you clear the ball when facing an aggressive ride.
2 Off 2 On 2 Over man down clear
If you want to convert a man down situation into a fast break this is a great clear to have in your lacrosse playbook. This can also be modified to use for 6v6.
Draw and Dump Youth Lacrosse Clear
The Draw and Dump clear is great for when you do not have a lot of time to practice or if you are playing with a very young group or a group who is new to the sport.