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Improvement of Zone Defense and Quick Movements

This 90-minute lacrosse training session focuses on improving zone defense, defensive teamwork, and quick lateral movements. By enhancing defensive sliding, communication, and covering space effectively, players will be better equipped to shut down offensive plays and maintain solid defensive coverage in game situations.

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Duration: 90 minutesObjective: Improve zone defense, defensive teamwork, and the ability to move quickly to cover space.

1. Warm-Up (10 minutes)Description: Mobility and agility exercises to prepare the body for quick movements and improve lateral and multidirectional movement capacity.

General Mobility: Dynamic exercises focusing on lateral movements, direction changes, and jumps to activate the legs and prepare the body for defense.

Agility Work: Agility drills like zig-zags and quick direction changes to improve speed and the ability to react efficiently in defense. Full Field Zig Zag Passing drill

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