Face offs are a key segment of the game that has an immediate impact on both possessions as well as scoring opportunities. Unfortunately, very few programs have a specific face off coach or even enough coaches to spend dedicated time in this important area.
Being a great lacrosse faceoff man can create opportunities for a player to find his niche on the team and excel. It’s a position that takes a lot of unique practice from the rest of the team. Strategy, discipline, focus, speed, and power in each faceoff to be the best. It takes more than wanting to be the best when it comes to excelling at lacrosse faceoffs, it’s all about what you’re willing to do to win.
Faceoffs are all about hand speed and reaction time to the whistle. Players typically use a clamp, jam, and rake to gain possession of the ball along with different hand grips. The more versatile a player is the better. Practicing faceoffs are all about muscle memory, focusing on technique, and quickness. You need to always have focused practice to improve your reaction time and abilities.