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A great concept to Counter High-Pressure Defenses

By Joe Juter

In women’s lacrosse, this strategy counters aggressive defenses by pulling defenders to one side through quick ball movement and dodges, then attacking the weak side to exploit gaps. By utilizing picks to free players’ hands, it creates high-percentage shooting opportunities while neutralizing defensive pressure.​

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Top corner pick shift to the weak side

By Joe Juter

The core strategy of this play is to shift the defense to one side, allowing the offense to exploit the weak side by quickly moving the ball and using screens to create space for a scoring opportunity. By setting picks and reversing the field, the offense aims to free up a player to catch the ball and take a shot with minimal defensive pressure.​

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Stacking and Screening Offense for Teamwork and Spacing in Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

This offense uses stacking, screening, and picking to create open opportunities. Two players are positioned behind the goal, five up top, forming triangles to force defensive communication. Players drive, cut, and run off each other to open space, while maintaining good spacing. The emphasis is on teamwork, with selfless cutting and screening to help teammates score.

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2-3-2 Triangle Offense for Beginner Women’s Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

The 2-3-2 Triangle Offense is particularly valuable for beginner women’s lacrosse players because it simplifies positioning while teaching crucial spatial awareness. Through continuous triangle rotations, players learn how to maintain space, create effective passing lanes, and better understand team movement. This setup prevents congestion near the goal and encourages fluid offensive execution. At the women’s lacrosse beginner level, this offense promotes teamwork, reinforces fundamental concepts, and introduces strategic play, all in an easily digestible format ideal for developing key lacrosse skills.

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Pick and Roll

By Joe Juter

The pick and roll in lacrosse is a game-changer. By setting a screen and rolling into open space, you create chaos for defenders, opening lanes for shots or passes. It’s simple, versatile, and perfect for breaking down defenses, forcing them to make split-second decisions that often lead to big scoring opportunities.

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1-3-2 Bottom Triangle Carry

By Joe Juter

This is a very clean man up that many of us can run. Sometimes a simple rotation and change in direction of the ball is enough to throw a defense off. Video included

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Balancing Structure and Creativity in Women’s Lacrosse: Integrating Set Plays with a Principles-Based Offense

By Joe Juter

In women’s lacrosse, balancing structure with a principles-based offense empowers players to develop creativity and adaptability while retaining some organized starting points. By incorporating set plays to initiate movement, teams can build confidence and fluidity, allowing players to read the game and make dynamic decisions on the field.

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8 Offensive Core Tactics in 6v6 Lacrosse

By Joe Juter

In lacrosse, mastering offensive tactics goes beyond mere ball control; it involves strategic movement and precise execution to destabilize the defense. From making every pass count to utilizing full-speed cuts and maintaining constant movement, these strategies are designed to enhance individual performance and drive team success on the field.

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Executing the Pairs Offense

By Joe Juter

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.

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Double Crease Pick Forcing a Defender Switch

By Joe Juter

This concept out of a 1-4-1 set is a great way to get the defense to switch a match up and get a player open for a shot close to the crease.

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About the Circle 2 Set

By Joe Juter

This a great offensive set if you want to run a two man game from up top or behind without having anybody in the crease thereby opening up space and making slides more complicated.

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3 Groups of 2 From Top to Bottom

By Joe Juter

Take your basic 2-2-2 set and envision in 3 sets of 2's. The goal is to have each set of two working together as a team within the team. The thinking here is that it is easier to get in sync with one other person rather than 5 others.