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Complete Guide to Executing Effective Fakes in Lacrosse: Deceiving Defenders and Goalies members

Complete Guide to Executing Effective Fakes in Lacrosse: Deceiving Defenders and Goalies

Fakes are one of the most important skills in lacrosse, both for deceiving defenders and creating scoring opportunities in front of the goalie. Whether with the stick or with the body, performing an effective fake can change the course of a game. In this article, I will explain how to execute different types of fakes to deceive the goalie, improve your decision-making skills, and increase your chances of scoring.

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How to Execute an Effective Jump Shot in Lacrosse members

How to Execute an Effective Jump Shot in Lacrosse

The jump shot is an essential skill in lacrosse, especially for players looking to improve their shooting while on the move. This technique allows players to take quick and powerful shots, increasing goal-scoring opportunities by surprising defenders and goalies. Mastering the right movements and technique for a jump shot can significantly enhance offensive performance.

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Benefits of playing wall ball one handed members

Benefits of playing wall ball one handed

Playing wall ball with one hand in lacrosse enhances stick control, promotes ambidexterity, and improves hand-eye coordination. This focused practice develops muscle memory, leading to quicker reaction times and increased overall proficiency on the field. Additionally, the solo nature of wall ball allows for convenient and efficient skill development, contributing to a player's overall performance.

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Wall Ball Workout Fundamentals and Plan

Wall Ball Workout Fundamentals and Plan

There is no way around it, your lacrosse game will suffer without stick skills. Players have to be able to handle the ball at all levels. Every lacrosse coach at every level says the same thing: "play wall ball". There are many items on this site that can be disputed, but everybody agrees that wall ball is a must!

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Your lacrosse stick should become part of your body members

Your lacrosse stick should become part of your body

To become proficient in passing and shooting, the player must be able to propel the ball from the stick with the wrist "snap." Many beginning players pass and shoot with an arm motion, or "push" the ball, which causes the ball to leave the stick on a low trajectory resulting in a low pass or shot.

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