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Wing Dodge Mayhem: How Layered Off-Ball Picks Create Chaos for Defenses

This offense starts with a wing dodge and on-ball pick, but the real damage comes from the synchronized off-ball movement. Two off-ball picks send cutters curling into space just as the defense is trying to slide, forcing hesitation and miscommunication. It’s a coordinated attack that overwhelms help defense before it even starts.

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Principles-Based Offense in Men’s Lacrosse

A principles-based offense in lacrosse emphasizes fundamental concepts like spacing, ball movement, and player adaptability over rigid plays, allowing teams to respond dynamically to defensive tactics. While this approach enhances creativity and flexibility on the field, it can present challenges such as a steeper learning curve and potential miscommunication among less experienced players.

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Top corner pick shift to the weak side

Top corner pick shift to the weak side

The core strategy of this play is to shift the defense to one side, allowing the offense to exploit the weak side by quickly moving the ball and using screens to create space for a scoring opportunity. By setting picks and reversing the field, the offense aims to free up a player to catch the ball and take a shot with minimal defensive pressure.​

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Settled Weave
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Settled Weave

The Settled Weave in lacrosse is a masterclass for handling high-pressure defenses. Imagine weaving through defenders with precision, creating seamless opportunities and maintaining control of the ball. This strategy not only defuses intense pressure but also orchestrates an elegant dance of movement and teamwork, turning chaos into controlled, strategic play.

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Rotating Motion Box offense with 2 men in the crease
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Rotating Motion Box offense with 2 men in the crease

The 1-4-1 Rotating Motion Box offensive scheme is great for dodgers as it creates space. It makes it very easy to bring the top two defenders into the crease which creates good matchups on the perimeter. Keep in mind that strong takeaway defenders HATE being trapped on the crease as they want to play the ball to be more proactive in creating a turnover. These aggressive and now pent up strong defensemen have a tendency to slide very early leaving the crease men open.

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