Watch as Coach Eric Koch explains basic zone defense fundamentals, concepts, and considerations. Coach Koch also discusses the fundamental and philosophical differences between how zones are set-up, used, and applied.
Development of Youth and HS Defender for the Next Level with Travis Crane – The Ohio State University
Watch as Coach Travis Crane explains key fundamental skills and attributes needed to help young defenders develop for the next level. Coach Crane uses video examples to explain the specific drills and movements used in […]
Consistency in Coaching and Building Your Program with Casey D’Annolfo – Tufts University
Watch as Coach Casey D’Annolfo explains how a consistent approach from the recruiting process to post-season reflection can put your program in the best position to be successful. Coach D’Annolfo stresses that this should be […]
Basic Concepts Within the Modern Day Offense with Rick Sowell – US Naval Academy
Watch as Coach Rick Sowell explains the effects Canadian players and their box lacrosse philosophies have had on offensive concepts in the game over the past 10-15 years. Coach Sowell breaks down basic concepts of […]
More Than Rock, Paper, Scissors: Developing the Complete Face-Off Unit with Matt Francis – Providence College
Watch as Coach Matt Francis explains basic faceoff fundamentals to higher level techniques and counters. Coach Francis uses film to demonstrate some drills and strategies he uses within his program and discusses some optimal heads […]
The Clearing Game: Foundation for Tempo with Jim Griffin – Chowan University
Watch as Coach Jim Griffin discusses improving overall tempo through an effective clearing game. Coach Griffin explains this strategy with the same drills, concepts, and philosophy he uses to teach it to his players at […]
Intro to Zone Riding: Thoughts for 9 and 10 Man Riding with Greg Cannella – University of Massachusetts
Watch as Coach Greg Cannella explains the basics of zone riding and how it can benefit your team. Coach Cannella also discusses the differences between a 9 man and 10 man ride and gives a […]
Off Ball Lacrosse with Peter Milliman – Cornell University
Watch as Coach Peter Milliman explains how having a high lacrosse IQ will lead to more offensive chemistry and promote competitive play away from the ball.
Goalie Play with Doc Schneider – University of Massachusetts
Watch as Coach Doc Schneider breaks down a variety of aspects pertaining to goalie play. Coach Schneider discusses and uses video of drills to explain positioning, hands, stepping, warming up properly, and leadership.
Why Do They Fall Apart? Coaching to Enhance Mental Toughness with Dr. V.J. Iannone – Two-Point, LLC
Watch as Dr. V.J. Iannone, President of Two-Point, LLC, discusses some characteristics of the current generation and reviews some basic sport psychological principles as they relate to mental toughness and athletic performance. A holistic model […]
Organizing a Competitive Practice and Associated Drills with Joe Alberici – Army
Watch as Coach Joe Alberici explains how he organizes a competitive practice for his team. Coach Alberici also gives us a few of his favorite drills that he uses with the Army program.
The Dive with Doug Knight – National Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Watch as Coach Doug Knight discusses the dive and why this historically popular move has been making its way back into the sport as a common and easy way to score.
Back Door Cuts – Mike Faith – Franklin and Marshall College
Watch as Coach Mike Faith explains while players demonstrate this back door cut drill.
Smith Shooting Drill with Mike Morgan – Merrimack College
Watch as Coach Mike Morgan explains while players demonstrate the Smith Shooting Drill.
Warm Up Drills – Cindy Timchal – US Naval Academy
Watch as Coach Cindy Timchal and coaches explain while players demonstrate these warm up drills.
Shooting: Layup Drill with Ron Caputo – Duke Univ.
Watch as Coach Ron Caputo explains and players demonstrate this layup shooting drill.
Goalie Rebound Drill – Remington Steele – Furman Univ.
Watch as Coach Remington Steele explains and a goalie demonstrates this rebound drill.
Two Man Game – Flips – Kevin Cassese – Lehigh Univ.
Watch as Coach Kevin Cassese explains and players demonstrate the two man game flip series.
Face-Off Drills
Face-offs are a personal battle. Facing off is a specialist skill that requires a lot of discipline and training. The following…
Extreme Shuttles Drills – Cindy Timchal – US Naval Academy
Watch as Assistant Coach Gabby Capuzzi explains and players demonstrate these extreme shuttle drills.
Skills: Ground Balls to Over the Shoulder Drill with Andrew Fink – Univ. of Saint Joseph
Watch as Coach Andrew Fink explains and players execute this ground balls to over the shoulder drill.
Time and Room Shooting – IMG Academy
Watch as Coach Tony Ventiquattro explains and demonstrates time and room shooting.
Defense – Prime Time Drill – JB Clarke – Limestone College
Watch as Coach JB Clarke explains and Coach Kennedy and players demonstrate this midfielders footwork drill.
Defense – Two Man Picks Inside
The general rule inside is that you should defend your opponent topside. Also, when defending inside (from the crease to 10 yards out), you can’t afford…
Shooting Drill: Feeding with Jen Muston – York College
Watch as Coach Jen Muston explains and players demonstrates this shooting drill emphasizing crease dodges.
Defense – Backside Holdup Drill – Jon Torpey – High Point Univ.
Watch as Coach John Torpey explains and players demonstrate this individual hold drill.
Defense – Ground Ball Footwork Drills – Remington Steele – Furman Univ.
Watch as Coach Remington Steele explains and defenders demonstrate ground ball footwork drills.
Dodge Progressions – Mike Morgan – Merrimack College
Watch as Coach Mike Morgan explains and players demonstrate these dodge progressions.
UMass Pop Shooting: Trilogy Lacrosse with Terry Mangan – St. John’s Univ.
Watch as Coach Terry Mangan (St. John’s Univ.) presents this UMass pop shooting drill.
3-2-1 Ground Ball Drill – Lars Tiffany – Univ. of Virginia
Watch as Coach Lars Tiffany explains and players demonstrate this 3-2-1 ground ball drill.