Drills
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, mastering lacrosse drills is essential for honing your abilities and taking your game to the next level. We’ll delve into a variety of drills designed to improve every aspect of your performance on the field. From stick handling to shooting, from defensive positioning to face-offs, we’ve got you covered. So grab your stick, lace up your cleats, and let’s get started on the journey to lacrosse mastery.
How to Beat a Zone Defense
Zone defense in lacrosse is a defensive strategy where defenders cover specific areas of the field rather than individual offensive players. To beat a zone defense in lacrosse, you need to be able to move the ball quickly and accurately to create scoring opportunities.
10-Man Ride
When it gets down to the last minute and an ill-advised shot goes without backup, call out your wheels for a 10-man ride. The 10-man ride is an aggressive scheme meant to trap an opponent in its defensive end to create a turnover. It requires using your goalie as the 10th rider, opening the cage […]
Defensive Teaching Points
The defensive principles outlined below focus on individual, group, and team defense. These are essential principles for all players, regardless of position. Defensive excellence in lacrosse relies on playing with your head, legs, and heart. We believe that mastering these techniques can develop outstanding defensive players.
Our Favorites
Some of our favorite drills are archived here. They are great and the kids love them.
Coaches Insider
- Iowa’s Tackling Circuit with Seth Wallace – Univ. of Iowa May 7, 2025 Coach of the Year Clinics
- Blocking Progression Drills with Renee Saunders – Skutt Catholic High School (NE) May 7, 2025 American Volleyball Coaches Association
- Developing Pitch Recognition with Jay Johnson – Louisiana State Univ. May 7, 2025 I-70 Baseball Coaches Clinic
- Faceoff Warm-Up Drills with John Cohen – Johns Hopkins Univ. May 7, 2025 Intercollegiate Mens Lacrosse Coaches Association
- Goalie Dive Drill with James Crowder – West Texas A&M Univ. May 7, 2025 Championship Productions
- QB’s Bloody Tuesday with Hunter Evans – Ware County High School (GA) May 7, 2025 Coach of the Year Clinics
- Counterattack: Cross Face/Near Ankle with Dave Crowell – Nazareth Area High School (PA) May 7, 2025 Wrestling Coaches Insider
- Baserunning: Zone Read Drill with Jen Fisher – Colorado State Univ. May 7, 2025 Softball Coaches Insider
- Serving Warm-Up with Megan Lenhart – Cornerstone Univ. May 7, 2025 American Volleyball Coaches Association
- Sled Pulls Acceleration Drill with Chris Parno – Minnesota State Univ., Mankato May 7, 2025 Championship Productions
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