Watch as Coach Jay Mauro discusses an individual defense drill that teaches athletes to effectively cut through the crease and keep attackers away from the cage.
Practice Plan: Review and Reflection with Nat St. Laurent – Ohio Northern Univ.
Watch as Coach Nat St. Laurent discusses the after-practice review and reflection part of the practice plan. It is important to review what went right (and not so right) at practice to help with preparation […]
Mentoring
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Networking helps coaches build a support system for regular and ongoing coach learning. Effective networking can lead to opportunities to connect […]
Faceoff: Wing Play with Greg Gurenlian – The Faceoff Academy
Watch as Coach Greg Gurenlian demonstrates the many responsibilities of the wing player during faceoff scenarios.
1-4-1 Offense vs Man or Zone with David Metzbower – Univ. of Denver
Watch as Coach David Metzbower discusses the benefits and goals of a 1-4-1 and explains how to best use this offense to attack a man or zone defense. Coach Metzbower also spends time discussing program […]
Goalie Mechanics and Drills for Development with J.B. Clarke – Univ. of Tampa
Watch as Coach J.B. Clarke discusses a variety of concepts and drills related to the development of goalie play. Coach Clarke also explains three different types of arcs a goalie can use depending on their […]
Scoring Skills and Drills Breakdown with William Campbell
Watch as Coach William Campbell (formerly at Limestone College) discusses the importance of mindset on offense and the difference between shooting and scoring. Coach Campbell also explains a variety of scoring drills that they use […]
Practice Planning with J.B. Clarke – Univ. of Tampa
Watch as Coach J.B. Clarke discusses how he organized his practices during his time at Limestone College and why numbering your field will help to increase communication and efficiency. Coach Clarke also explains why he […]
Midfield Dodging with William Campbell
Watch as Coach William Campbell (formerly at Limestone College) discusses a variety of concepts and drills related to the development of midfield dodging:\n- Dodging Priorities Dodging Priorities Setting Up the Dodge Entering the Dodge Alley […]
Shooting Drill with Jim Stagnitta – Whipsnakes/Premier Lacrosse League
Watch as Coach Jim Stagnitta explains, and players demonstrate this shooting drill that works on keeping the stick up and not shooting the ball sidearm. Athletes will also work on step down room and time […]
Man Down Defense Against 2-1-3
By: Jack Kaley and Rich Donovan Originally Published in: Lacrosse Essentials Provided by: Human Kinetics In an offensive set that has two men behind, the wingmen are responsible for the attackmen behind the cage. If […]
Practice Planning with a Development Mindset with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses the importance of understanding your personnel and style of play before you even think about planning a practice. Coach Conry explains why practice should set the standard for your […]
Developing a Defensive Mindset with Chris Kolon – Univ. of Detroit Mercy
Watch as Coach Chris Kolon discusses his defensive philosophy and why you should take time to develop the mental skills of your athletes. Coach Kolon also explains why it is important to love uneven situations […]
Wing-To-Wing Stick Protection with Justin Turri – St. John’s Univ.
Watch as Coach Justin Turri discusses, and players demonstrate this wing-to-wing stick protection series to help athletes be aware of their stick location and always be thinking stick, body, defender. Coach Turri emphasizes turning your […]
4-on-3 Nuggets and Flow Drill with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses, and players demonstrate two drills progressing from a 4-on-3 to a 6-on-6 that are designed to improve movement from an off-ball position to an on-ball position. Coach Conry also […]
Dodge and Bounce Shooting Drill with Justin Turri – St. John’s Univ.
Watch as Coach Justin Turri discusses, and players demonstrate this shooting drill that incorporates dodging below GLE and a bounce move to simulate creating space between you and the defender. Coach Turri emphasizes two key […]
Clock Ground Balls with Justin Turri – St. John’s Univ.
Watch as Coach Justin Turri discusses, and players demonstrate this ground ball drill that gives players a lot of reps from multiple angles and incorporates a pass at the end to get players used to […]
World Record Stick Work Drill with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses, and players demonstrate this world record stick work passing drill where athletes count the number of times they have completed the passing pattern. Two important coaching points to keep […]
Skeleton Clearing Drill with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses, and players demonstrate this skeleton clearing drill that focuses on both offensive and defensive transition play. Two key points of emphasis to focus on during this drill are constant […]
Ground Ball Tube Drill with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses, and players demonstrate this ground ball development drill where athletes use the opposite end of their stick to pick up a PVC pipe off the ground. This drill forces […]
3 Man Box Drill with Kevin Conry – Univ. of Michigan
Watch as Coach Kevin Conry discusses, and players demonstrate this 3 man box drill to help develop your athlete’s footwork, stick skills, and attention to detail. This is a great drill to reinforce your fundamental […]
Control the Matchup with Rob Pannell – Redwood LC (PLL)
Watch as Rob Pannell demonstrates a few ways an attacking player can control their defenseman and create enough space to receive a pass, make a pass, or take a shot.
Goalie Warmup Progression with Charley Toomey – Loyola Univ. Maryland
Watch as Coach Charley Toomey explains, and a goalie demonstrates this warmup progression. The warmup involves several different jump rope exercises and progresses into positioning and proper footwork.
Seeking Continuous Improvement
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Successful coaches have an inner drive to change and evolve. This approach sustains their passion for coaching and keeps them fresh […]
Ball Exchange
By: Don Zimmerman and Peter England Originally Published in: Men’s Lacrosse Provided by: Human Kinetics Ball exchange is another offensive maneuver that involves one player who has the ball and a second player who is […]
Crimson Drill with Charley Toomey, Matt Dwan and Marc Van Arsdale – Loyola Univ. Maryland
Watch as Coaches Charley Toomey, Matt Dwan and Marc Van Arsdale explain and show video clips of the Crimson Drill. This is a high energy shortened field 4 on 4 drill that works both the […]
Faceoff: Hand Movements with Greg Gurenlian – The Faceoff Academy
Watch as Greg Gurenlian explains that after the stance is dialed in there are three offensive movements: Quick Clamp, Power Clamp, and Plunger. Regardless of what offensive motion is being used the right hand movement […]
Improving Communication
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Miscommunication is repeatedly cited as the number one source of stress for coaches. Effective communication is a learned skill, and like […]
Layup Shooting Drills with Jim Stagnitta – Whipsnakes/Premier Lacrosse League
Watch as Coach Jim Stagnitta explains, and players demonstrate these layup shooting drills. These drills are quick with multiple reps, but it is important to emphasize the coaching points. Coach covers the individual techniques used […]
Donovan Transition Drill
By: Jack Kaley and Rich Donovan Originally Published in: Lacrosse Essentials Provided by: Human Kinetics While attending the National Lacrosse Coaches Convention in 1984, I noted the large number of clinicians who presented on the […]