1 v 1 with a Hole Slide
This drill focuses on 1v1 situations, allowing offensive players to practice dodges and defensive players to work on positioning and sliding into the hole. With an emphasis on communication, footwork, and finishing with a shot, this drill helps both offense and defense sharpen their skills in realistic game scenarios. Variations include adjusting the starting location or adding an offensive player to challenge the slide defender.
1-2-3 Box Drill
The 1-2-3 Box Drill in lacrosse focuses on enhancing defensive sliding and recovery techniques through a structured setup that simulates game-like scenarios. This drill trains defenders to respond quickly to offensive movements by sliding to the ball carrier as directed and then swiftly recovering to a strategic defensive position, all under fast-paced conditions.