Watch as Coach Peter Milliman discusses a blueprint for developing a lacrosse system that will maximize your personnel.
Mental Toughness with Pete Jacobson – WinSmarter
Watch as Coach defines mental toughness as the ability to perform at or near full potential regardless of circumstances. A symptom of lack of mental toughness is an athlete choking in competition as many young […]
Cristo Rey Transition Drill with David Metzbower – Univ. of North Carolina
Watch as Coach explains and shows video clips of this up-tempo transition drill. The goals are moved up to the restraining line and a coach will call out a number usually 1 through 4. The […]
Dodging: Engage and Release with Ryan Moran – UMBC
Watch as Coach explains and shows practice and game clips of these dodging drills: engage-release-run through and engage-release-shot. The objective is to create and release resistance to get the defender off-balance. Release and run through […]
What Are Your Athletes’ Biggest Influences? with Chet Scott – Built to Lead
Watch as Chet Scott explains the ‘leadership is influence’ concept, and that you know you are a leader if you have followers. If you are going to lead and influence your players, it would be […]
Networking
By: Dan Gould & Cliff Mallett Originally Published in: Sport Coaches Handbook Provided by: Human Kinetics The old saying that “it’s not what you know but who you know” doesn’t always hold true, but having […]
Raiders of the Arc Offensive Focus with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach explains and shows video of the ‘Raiders of the Arc’ 4v4 Offensive Drill. The offensive focus is on attacking the middle and working as a unit. The players are working on throwback […]
Faceoff: Crossover Dribbles Drill with Matt Francis – Providence College
Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates this faceoff crossover dribbles drill. The objective of the drill is to work on developing and improving hand dexterity for catching the ball out of an exit. From a […]
Goalkeeper Qualities
By: Don Zimmerman and Peter England Originally Published in: Men’s Lacrosse Provided by: Human Kinetics Goalkeepers are made up of a collection of psychological and physical attributes. Psychological traits of an effective goalkeeper include courage, […]
Off-Ball Attitude with Peter Milliman – Johns Hopkins Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses attitude and being competitive off-ball players. Every player on offense is expected to move with pace and purpose when they do not have the ball. Emphasis is placed on being aggressive […]
Top Hand Fake: Adjacent with Matt Brown – Univ. of Denver
Watch as Coach Matt Brown discusses, and players demonstrate an adjacent fake exercise to help develop your play in the gap.
Bounce Shots Goalie Drills with Eric Hagarty – Endicott College
Watch as Coach explains, and a goalie demonstrates these drills for working on bounce shots. It is important on all shots to attack the ball and not let the ball play you. Make sure to […]
Goalie 5-Point Arc with J.B. Clarke – Univ. of Tampa
Watch as Coach discusses using a 5-point arc for a bigger goalie who needs to take up as much space as possible. He explains the goalie’s positioning and footwork with the focus of making the […]
Quick Turnaround: Self-Scout with Jason Archbell – Univ. of Richmond
Watch as Coach explains that when you are self-scouting in a quick turnaround situation, it is best to focus on one area to address than trying to fix everything. Whatever you are trying to correct, […]
Myths About Riding
By: Jack Kaley and Rich Donovan Originally Published in: Lacrosse Essentials Provided by: Human Kinetics Riding is particularly important for teams with a limited number of players. First, let’s examine the myth that riding is […]
Faceoff Stance: Weight Distribution & Angle with Matt Francis – Providence College & Chris Harren – College of the Holy Cross
Watch as the faceoff stance is discussed and demonstrated. With the evolution of the faceoff, the most important thing is weight distribution and the angle which you are approaching the ball. The feet, knees, and […]
Are You Humble Enough to Admit You Were Wrong? with Dr. Greg Dale – Duke Univ.
Watch as Dr. Dale asks the question, “Are you humble enough to admit you are wrong?” Most coaches would answer yes to this question, but many have a hard time with it. Why? Undermining creditably […]
The Importance of Mindset
By: John Klessinger Originally Published in: A Coach’s Manual Provided by: Championship Productions “Confidence is a very fragile thing, and it certainly is something that has to start with your mental approach and your ability […]
Groundball Recovery Drill with Nat St. Laurent – Ohio Northern Univ.
Watch as Coach Nat St. Laurent discusses this groundball recovery drill that is great for getting the entire team focused at the beginning of practice.
Ride the Horse Drill with Jay Mauro
Watch as Coach Jay Mauro discusses this island defense drill called ‘Ride the Horse’ that focuses on developing good positioning and footwork.
Numbering the Field with J.B. Clarke – Univ. of Tampa
Numbering the field is an easy and effective way to communicate on offense and defense. Coach explains that you can number the field in your own way and describes how this helps from lining up […]
Goalie Drop Squat Drill with Kyle Turri – Hobart College
Watch as Coach Kyle Turri explains, and a goalie demonstrates the Drop Squat Drill. The goalie will get in a straight up and down stance with their feet close together and on a cue, will […]
What Gets Rewarded, Gets Repeated with Heath Eslinger – A Better Way Athletics
Watch as Coach explains that “what gets rewarded, gets repeated”. If celebration is only based on playing time and performance, you are missing an opportunity to help your players get better. Look for what your […]
Optimism
By: Alan Stein, Jr. Originally Published in: Raise Your Game Confidence comes from an understanding of your own agency, your own influence, and your own ability to make things happen. Bob Rotella is a sports […]
Offensive Practice Plan Options for 1/2 Field Segments with David Metzbower – Univ. North Carolina
Watch as Coach explains that everyone installs their offense in a different way but emphasizes that you must teach your players with all the tools you have and always explain the ‘why’ to your players, […]
Defender’s Strike Zone with Dave Pietramala – Syracuse Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and players demonstrate a defender’s strike zone. The proper strike zone aiming point is from the belly to the hips. Many times, a defender will be tall with their hands on […]
Life – Love It…You’re Gonna Leave It
By: Coach Mickey Marley Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning You know something I used to be really guilty of doing? I was guilty of taking life for granted. I used […]
Defending Below GLE: Angle Play and Footwork with Charley Toomey – Loyola Univ. Maryland
Watch as Coach Charley Toomey discusses, and players demonstrate this defensive mirror drill to help athletes develop their angle play and footwork below GLE.
Attacking: Split the 8-Meter Drill with Sarah Kellner – Regis University
Watch as Coach Sarah Kellner discusses, and players demonstrate this 2v3 offense-focused drill where attacking players cannot cross the 8-meter line.
Goalies: Communication with Eric Hagarty – Endicott College
Watch as Coach Eric Hagarty discusses the benefits of helping your goalie develop into a great communicator that can take control of your team on the field.