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Beginner Boys’ Lacrosse Practice Plan: Building Skills Through Play

This practice plan is perfect for boys' lacrosse because it focuses on the essential skills of scooping, cradling, and handling ground balls in a way that keeps young players engaged and active. By incorporating fun drills, minimal instruction, and free play, it allows boys to develop their instincts, confidence, and love for the game naturally.

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This practice plan is designed for young beginners who are just starting to learn the fundamentals of lacrosse in a fun and engaging way. The focus is on building basic skills like scooping, cradling, and handling ground balls while encouraging free play to help them develop a natural feel for the game.00:00 to 00:15 Scooping and ShootingKeep players engaged from the moment they arriveSuggested Drill: Scoop and Shoot

00:15 to 00:25 Warm up and Jog around the field

00:25 to 00:40 Teaching how to CradleCradle the lacrosse ball using proper techniqueSuggested Article: Cradling the lacrosse ball for beginners

00:40 to 1:00 Teaching how to pick up a ground pallThis is a basic principle that must be understood in order to enjoy playing lacrosseSuggested Drill: The 5 yard Scoop drill

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