The pick and roll is a highly effective offensive play in men’s lacrosse, designed to create mismatches, open lanes, and scoring opportunities. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to execute the pick and roll, broken down into clear instructions.
Setting the Pick
• Pick Placement: The offensive player without the ball (often a midfielder or attackman) sets a pick on the defender marking the ball handler. Positioning is key: the picker must stand in the defender’s path, forcing them to navigate around.
• Angle of the Pick: The pick should be set at an angle that makes it hard for the defender to avoid it. Ideally, the picker stands at a diagonal to the defender, making it difficult for them to follow the ball handler closely.