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Women's lacrosse skill breakdowns for athletes and coaches.
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The rocker dodge is a deceptive move that uses body fakes to shake defenders. This article breaks down how to teach the dodge step by step, perfect for youth and high school girls’ lacrosse coaches.
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This guide breaks down the three-step split dodge for lacrosse players. Learn how to train the footwork pattern, hand-switch timing, and stick protection needed to beat defenders in one-on-one matchups.
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Teach your players two essential roll dodge techniques to beat defenders. This guide covers both the face dodge roll and contact roll, with breakdowns, tips, and common fixes. Ideal for youth and high school lacrosse coaches.
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Learn how to coach midfield cutting the right way in girls’ lacrosse. This article covers north-south movement, separation techniques, and stick protection strategies to improve transition play.
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Improve your shooting game by learning the riser shot—a diagonal release that lifts the ball into upper corners. Perfect for both girls’ and boys’ lacrosse players looking to shoot with more deception and speed.
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This guide teaches new lacrosse players how to set up and move in a solid defensive stance. It covers foot position, body posture, and smart hip movement.
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One-on-one defense in lacrosse requires skill and anticipation. By focusing on key fundamentals—tracking the attacker’s hips, maintaining strong footwork, and forcing movement to the weak side—defenders can limit offensive options and protect their goal more effectively.
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In lacrosse, players are rarely standing still, so catching on the move is essential. This shuttle line drill helps develop stick protection, quick passing, and hand-switching under realistic game-like motion.
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Switching hands in lacrosse is a crucial skill that helps players maintain possession and outmaneuver defenders. This article explores different hand-switching techniques to enhance mobility and offensive effectiveness.
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Stick checking is a crucial defensive skill in women’s lacrosse, allowing players to legally disrupt their opponent’s control of the ball. Proper technique ensures both effectiveness and compliance with the rules, reducing the risk of penalties. This guide breaks down key aspects of a legal and controlled stick check, including positioning, timing, and precision.
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The jump shot in women’s lacrosse follows a similar technique to men’s lacrosse, with some differences due to factors like strength, playing style, and the equipment used. This skill allows players to take quick and powerful shots while on the move, improving goal-scoring opportunities by surprising defenders and goalies. Mastering the correct movements for the jump shot is essential to maximize shot power and accuracy.
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Shooting on the run in lacrosse is an essential skill that allows players to take advantage of fast breaks and create scoring opportunities while on the move. Since you're typically moving at full speed, it requires good body control, timing, and accuracy. Here’s how to effectively shoot on the run:
