Defending the Pick and Roll
Defending the pick and roll is one of the most important skills in box lacrosse. Players need to recognize screens quickly and respond with one of three defensive options: staying, switching, or jumping the pick. With proper communication and timing, defenders can shut down scoring chances and regain control.
Wing Dodge with High Pick + Off-Ball Clear and Pick
A simple pass from the top followed by a well-timed pick can turn a quiet possession into a high-pressure dodge across the middle. Add off-ball clearing and a backside pick at X, and you’ve got defenders scrambling to keep up.
Wing Dodge with Layered Off-Ball Picks
Off-ball movement isn't just for show — it's your best friend when you're setting up a dodge from the wing. While one player attacks, the others are setting screens and slipping into space, pulling defenders apart like taffy.
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.
Mirror Corner Cut
This lacrosse offense strategy excels by creating confusion among defenders, forcing them to make split-second decisions as they juggle multiple responsibilities. The simultaneous actions of dodging, cutting, and setting picks dilute defensive focus and coordination, increasing the likelihood of offensive breakthroughs.
Dodge, Pass, Pick, Send it Behind and Cut
Starting with a top dodge and quickly passing the ball can disrupt defenses and create scoring chances. This covers the strategic use of synchronized cuts and picks to enhance your team's play.
Executing the Pairs Offense
Unleash the potential of the pairs offense to elevate your lacrosse game with coordinated, high-impact plays. Learn how this strategy simplifies teamwork while creating dynamic scoring opportunities.
Carry & fill man up scheme out of a 3-3 set
The most common man up formation is the "3-3" where three middies play high and three attackmen play low. If you are a fan of the dodge and fill philosophy this carry and fill concept will work very well for your man up out of 3-3. It is a very simple scheme that can be executed at any level if practices regularly