How can girls improve their lacrosse stickwork. What are the most effective passing drills for lacrosse. Which drills enhance catching skills in lacrosse. How to practice shooting techniques in lacrosse.
Essential Passing Drills for Girls’ Lacrosse
Passing is a fundamental skill in lacrosse that requires constant practice and refinement. Let’s explore some highly effective passing drills designed specifically for girls’ lacrosse players.
Two-Person Passing Drill
This drill focuses on basic passing techniques and hand positioning:
- Players pair up and stand about 10 yards apart
- The ball starts in M1’s right stick
- M1 passes to her partner, who catches with her left hand
- Red line players keep sticks upfield in their left hand
- Blue line players keep sticks in their right hand
- As soon as the first pair moves 10 yards, the next pair starts
- Can be adapted for ground ball practice
Why is this drill effective? It reinforces proper hand positioning and encourages players to practice catching and throwing with both hands, improving overall stick skills and coordination.
Three-Person Weave Drill
This drill enhances passing accuracy and movement:
- Red player passes to A1, who catches with the right hand
- Red player runs behind A1
- A1 passes to M1, cutting to the middle
- M1 catches with the left hand, switches, and throws to Red with the right hand
- Players continue this pattern, weaving as they pass
How does this drill benefit players? It improves spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to pass and catch while moving, simulating game-like situations.
Advanced Stickwork Techniques for Lacrosse
As players progress, more complex drills can help refine their skills and prepare them for competitive play.
Over-the-Shoulder Catching Drill
This drill focuses on a crucial skill for receiving long passes:
- Blue player passes to the second person in the Red line
- Red player catches and makes a high, looping pass to the first Red player
- First Red player makes an over-the-shoulder catch
- The drill is then repeated in the opposite direction
- After a few minutes, switch to catching with the left hand
What makes over-the-shoulder catches important? They allow players to receive passes while maintaining their speed and position, crucial for fast breaks and scoring opportunities.
Improving Catching Skills in Lacrosse
Catching is equally important as passing in lacrosse. Let’s examine some drills that focus on this essential skill.
Shuttle Line Drill
This simple yet effective drill improves catching and throwing mechanics:
- Players form two lines facing each other
- Pass with the right hand, throwing across the body
- Catch with the outside hand (right hand)
- Switch to throwing and catching with the left hand after a set time
How does this drill enhance catching skills? It reinforces proper hand positioning and encourages players to catch with their “off” hand, improving overall stick control and versatility.
Enhancing Shooting Techniques in Lacrosse
Accurate shooting is crucial for scoring goals. Let’s explore a drill that combines catching and shooting skills.
Catch and Shoot Drill
This drill simulates game-like situations:
- Drill starts with balls and feeds coming from behind the goal
- A1 performs a roll dodge
- A1 receives a pass and takes a shot on goal
Why is this drill beneficial? It combines multiple skills – dodging, catching, and shooting – in a fluid sequence, helping players develop muscle memory for game situations.
Full-Field Team Passing Drills
To simulate game conditions and improve overall team coordination, full-field drills are essential.
Full-Field Over-the-Shoulder Drill
This drill involves the entire team and focuses on long passes:
- Goalie initiates the pass to a breaking player
- Player catches and passes to the next teammate
- Final player takes a shot on goal
- Drill is repeated from the opposite end
- Coaches should be positioned near goalies with extra balls to maintain drill flow
How does this full-field drill benefit the team? It improves communication, timing, and transition play while reinforcing over-the-shoulder catching skills in a game-like setting.
Incorporating Defensive Pressure in Passing Drills
To prepare for real game scenarios, it’s crucial to practice passing under defensive pressure.
Passing with Pressure Drill
This drill simulates passing through defensive zones:
- Set up four defensive “zones” on the field:
- 12M to Restraining
- Restraining to Half
- Half to Restraining
- Restraining to 12M
- Two attackers (A1 and A2) attempt to pass through each zone
- Two defenders in each zone try to intercept or knock down passes
- Attackers proceed to the next zone after clearing the previous one
- Goal is to reach the final zone for a shot on goal
- Rotate pairs to the left after each attempt
Why is practicing under pressure important? It helps players develop quick decision-making skills, improves their ability to pass accurately under stress, and enhances overall game awareness.
Developing Ambidextrous Skills in Lacrosse
Being able to use both hands effectively is a significant advantage in lacrosse. Many of the drills mentioned can be adapted to develop ambidextrous skills.
Alternating Hands Drill
This drill focuses on switching hands smoothly:
- Start by passing to the right side of the breaking player
- M1 passes to M3, who has the stick to the outside
- M3 catches and passes to a breaking M2
- After 30 seconds, switch direction and use the left hand
- Focus on minimal cradling and smooth transitions between hands
How does developing ambidextrous skills benefit lacrosse players? It makes them more versatile, harder to defend against, and able to adapt to various game situations more effectively.
Incorporating these drills into regular practice sessions can significantly improve a player’s stickwork, passing accuracy, catching ability, and overall performance in lacrosse. Remember, consistency and proper technique are key to mastering these skills. Coaches should provide constant feedback and emphasize the importance of practicing with both hands to develop well-rounded players.
As players progress, these drills can be modified to increase difficulty, such as adding time constraints, incorporating more complex movements, or combining multiple skills into single drills. The goal is to continually challenge players and help them develop the muscle memory and instincts needed for high-level lacrosse play.
It’s also important to note that while these drills focus on individual and small group skills, they should be balanced with team-oriented drills and scrimmages to ensure players can apply these skills in game situations. Encouraging players to practice these drills outside of team practices can also accelerate their skill development.
Lastly, coaches should always emphasize the importance of proper form and technique over speed. As players become more comfortable with the basics, they can gradually increase their pace while maintaining accuracy and control. This approach will lead to more consistent performance on the field and reduce the risk of developing bad habits that could hinder long-term progress.
By dedicating time to these fundamental stickwork drills, girls’ lacrosse players can build a strong foundation of skills that will serve them well throughout their playing careers. Whether it’s making a precise pass, catching a difficult ball, or scoring under pressure, these drills provide the building blocks for success in lacrosse.
Remember, lacrosse is a sport that requires a combination of physical skills, mental acuity, and teamwork. While these drills focus primarily on individual stickwork, they should be part of a comprehensive training program that also includes conditioning, strategy, and team-building exercises. By taking a holistic approach to training, players can develop into well-rounded athletes capable of excelling in all aspects of the game.
As the sport of lacrosse continues to grow in popularity, particularly among girls and women, it’s crucial for coaches and players to stay updated on the latest training techniques and strategies. Attending coaching clinics, watching high-level games, and studying successful programs can provide valuable insights that can be incorporated into practice sessions.
Additionally, the use of video analysis can be a powerful tool in improving stickwork. Recording players as they perform these drills allows for detailed feedback on their form and technique. This visual feedback can help players understand and correct errors more quickly, leading to faster improvement.
It’s also worth noting that while these drills are designed for girls’ lacrosse, many of the principles can be applied to boys’ lacrosse as well, with some modifications to account for the differences in rules and equipment. The fundamentals of passing, catching, and shooting remain consistent across both versions of the sport.
In conclusion, mastering lacrosse stickwork is a journey that requires dedication, practice, and attention to detail. By incorporating these drills into regular training sessions, players can develop the skills necessary to excel on the field. Remember that progress takes time, and consistency is key. With patience and perseverance, players can see significant improvements in their stickwork, leading to greater success and enjoyment of the game.
As players advance in their lacrosse careers, they may find opportunities to specialize in certain positions or roles within the team. However, the fundamental skills developed through these stickwork drills will always remain valuable, regardless of a player’s specific position or playing style. Whether you’re a midfielder covering the entire field, an attacker looking to score, or a defender protecting the goal, strong stickwork is the foundation upon which all other lacrosse skills are built.
Coaches should also consider the psychological aspects of skill development. Providing positive reinforcement, setting achievable goals, and creating a supportive team environment can all contribute to players’ confidence and willingness to push themselves in practice. Celebrating small improvements and milestones can help maintain motivation and enthusiasm for the sometimes repetitive nature of skills practice.
Lastly, it’s important to remember that while these drills focus on individual skills, lacrosse is ultimately a team sport. Encouraging players to communicate, work together, and support each other during drills can help foster a strong team dynamic that will translate to better performance during games. By combining solid individual skills with effective teamwork, players and teams can reach their full potential on the lacrosse field.
Passing and Stickwork Drills for Girls Lacrosse
Passing and Stickwork Drills for Girls Lacrosse
Advertisement
1 of 21
Top clipped slide
Download to read offline
Sports
Looking for more passing and stickwork drills for girls lacrosse? This presentation has many of the best drills to utilize. See thousands of lacrosse instructional videos at http://www.kudda.com
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Passing and Stickwork Drills for Girls Lacrosse
- Passing
Drills
for
Girls
Lacrosse
as
Seen
on
Kudda
- Passing
Drill
#1
In
this
2
person
passing
drill,
the
ball
starts
in
M1’s
right
s?ck.
M1
passes
to
her
partner
who
catches
with
her
s?ck
in
her
leC
hand.
The
red
line
will
have
their
s?cks
upfield,
in
their
leC
hand
while
the
blue
line
keeps
their
s?cks
in
their
right
hand.
As
soon
as
the
first
group
gets
out
10
yards
the
next
players
in
line
go.
Drill
can
be
done
with
ground
balls
as
well
- Passing
Drill
#2
This
is
a
3
person
weave.
Players
go
behind
the
players
they
pass
to.
Red
player
passes
to
A1,
who
catches
with
s?ck
in
right
hand.
Red
then
goes
behind
A1.
A1
passes
over
to
M1,
cuMng
to
middle.
M1
catches
with
s?ck
in
leC
hand
and
then
switches
and
throws
to
Red
with
right
hand.
- Passing
Drill
#3
Begin
by
passing
to
the
right
side
of
the
player
breaking
away.
M1
passes
to
M3
who
has
s?ck
to
the
outside.
M3
catches
and
passes
to
a
breaking
M2.
ACer
30
seconds,
switch
and
go
the
opposite
direc?on
catching
and
throwing
w/
the
leC
hand.
Work
on
communica?on.
Work
on
catching
and
throwing
w/out
a
lot
of
cradling.
Right
handed
LeC
handed
- Passing
Drill
#4
This
is
a
simple
shuSle
line.
Work
on
passing
with
the
right
hand
making
sure
you
throw
across
your
body
and
catch
with
your
outside
hand…the
right
hand.
Then
switch
to
throw
and
catch
with
your
leC
hand.
Right
handed
LeC
handed
- Passing
Drill
#5
This
works
on
“Over-‐the-‐Shoulder”
catching.
Blue
passes
to
the
2nd
person
in
the
Red
line
who
catches
and
makes
a
high
“loopy”
pass
to
the
first
Red
player
who
makes
an
over
the
shoulder
catch.
Allow
the
player
room
to
run
under
this
catch.
The
Red
player
than
passes
to
the
2nd
Blue
player
as
the
first
Blue
breaks
out
to
receive
an
Over-‐the-‐Shoulder
pass.
ACer
a
few
minutes,
switch
and
reverse
direc?ons
and
catch
with
your
leC
hand.
Part
1
Part
2
- Passing
Drill
#6
Passing
with
Pressure.
You
set
the
defense
up
into
4
“Zones”.
The
zones
are:
1)
12M
to
Restraining
2)
Restraining
to
Half
3)
Half
to
Restraining
4)
Restraining
to
12M
The
object
is
for
A1
and
A2
to
pass
through
each
zone
while
the
2
defenders
in
that
zone
try
to
intercept
or
knock
the
ball
down.
Once
the
aSackers
clear
a
zone
they
proceed
into
the
next
zone
trying
to
reach
the
last
zone
for
a
shot
on
goal.
Each
pair
rotates
to
the
leC.
- Passing
Drill
#7
This
is
a
full
field
team
passing
working
on
Over-‐the-‐Shoulder
catches.
Goalie
passes
to
a
breaking
player
who
catches
and
passes
to
next
player
to
another
for
a
shot.
Opposite
goalie
repeats
this
drill.
You
should
have
coaches
near
the
goalies
with
plenty
of
extra
balls
to
keep
the
drill
running.
- Catching
and
Shoo?ng
Drill
8
This
drill
starts
with
the
balls
and
feeds
coming
from
behind
the
goal.
A1
does
a
roll
dodge
behind
the
goal
to
gain
some
separa?on
from
her
defending
while
M1
cuts
to
goal.
A1
passes
with
leC
hand
and
M1
catches
with
her
right
hand
and
shoots
(figure
1).
As
soon
as
M1
clears
the
area,
A3
starts
a
roll
dodge
from
the
other
side
and
passes
right
hand
to
a
cuMng
M3
who
catches
with
her
leC
hand
and
shoots
(figure
2).
Players
rotate
clockwise.
Figure 1 Figure 2 - Catching
and
Shoo?ng
Drill
9
The
feeds
will
now
come
from
up
top.
M3
does
a
roll
dodge
to
create
space
and
then
passes
with
their
leC
hand
to
a
cuMng
A3
who
catches
and
shoots
with
her
leC
hand
(figure
3).
As
soon
as
A3
clears
the
space,
M1
roll
dodges
and
passes
right
handed
to
a
cuMng
A2
who
catches
and
shoots
with
her
leC
hand
(figure
4).
Players
rotate
clockwise.
Figure 3 Figure 4 - Strong
Hand
Passing
As
the
players
pass
and
catch,
it
is
very
important
that
their
feet
remain
ac?ve.
They
should
be
constantly
moving
side
to
side
simula?ng
a
dodge.
They
also
need
to
work
on
their
weaker
hands
but
remind
them
to
keep
moving!
- Catch
and
Throw
Rou?ne
The
players
are
in
pairs
throwing
to
their
partner
about
10
yards
away.
They
catch
with
their
right
hand,
quick
face
dodge
while
switching
hands,
and
pass
with
their
leC
hand.
They
then
catch
with
leC,
face
dodge
and
switch
hands,
and
pass
with
their
right
hand.
They
need
to
keep
their
feet
ac?ve
and
be
moving.
Passing Underneath the Defender’s Stick
The
next
progression
is
to
now
have
them
pass
and
catch
with
their
right
hand.
The
pass
is
now
a
scoop
from
underneath
as
they
bring
their
s?ck
down
to
their
knee.
Try
to
get
a
liSle
bit
of
a
loop
and
[pass
to
the
shoulder
area.
ACer
a
few
throws
they
can
then
switch
hands
and
pass
and
catch
with
their
leC
hand.
- Partner
Passing
Videos
As
Seen
in
the
Janine
Tucker
Videos
on
Kudda
- Partner
Passing
Drop
Step
As
partners
pair
up
to
pass
and
catch,
there
are
a
series
of
drills
that
can
be
used
to
add
“flavor”
to
these
drills
while
working
on
footwork.
The
first
is
the
Drop
Step.
When
the
player
catches
the
ball,
have
them
take
3-‐4
steps
back
in
order
to
create
space
between
her
and
her
defender.
This
is
par?cularly
effec?ve
when
they
are
looking
to
feed.
- Partner
Passing
Drop
Step
w/
Half
Turn
The
next
progression
is
to
add
a
half
turn
aCer
drop
stepping.
The
right
handed
players
drop
with
their
right
foot,
turn
their
shoulders
to
protect
the
s?ck
and
then
return
the
ball
to
their
partner.
ACer
a
few
passes,
make
sure
you
also
prac?ce
with
the
leC
hand,
dropping
the
leC
foot
and
turning
½
way.
- Partner
Passing
Drop
Step
w/
Full
Turn
The
next
progression
is
to
add
a
FULL
turn
aCer
drop
stepping.
Players
want
to
exaggerate
the
turn…
really
open
the
hips
and
be
able
to
look
at
their
partner.
This
helps
to
get
the
players
to
move
their
feet
and
get
used
to
having
the
ball
in
their
s?ck
as
they
move
around
- Partner
Passing
Drop
Step
w/
Turnaround
The
next
progression
is
adding
a
full
turnaround
aCer
catching
the
ball.
Players
will
catch
and
drop
step,
open
their
hips
as
in
the
Full
turn
sequence.
However,
in
this
drill
they
con?nue
to
open
their
hips
and
actually
turn
around
and
movement
up
field
before
passing.
Have
them
“follow
their
s?ck
head”
around
to
ensure
they
are
turning
properly.
Protect
the
s?ck
with
their
body.
Players
will
want
to
bait
a
defender
into
checking
while
spinning
away
and
moving
up
field.
- Partner
Passing
Drop
Step
w/
Split
Dodge
The
final
progression
is
adding
a
split
dodge
aCer
the
drop
step.
Players
will:
1. Catch
2. Drop
step
3. Split
dodge
This
will
simulate
a
player
catching
the
ball,
feeling
pressure
and
then
trying
to
beat
their
defender
w/
a
split
dodge.
- 2
Pass
Weave
Drill
This
is
a
basic
3
man
weave
that
finished
with
a
shot.
The
player
goes
behind
the
person
they
just
passed
towards.
It
is
important
that
you
take
good
angles,
cut
into
the
middle
of
the
field.
Always
catch
the
ball
with
the
outside
hands.
- 5
Point
Passing
Drill
This
focuses
on
quick
passing
around
the
8
M.
The
ball
is
quickly
passed
around
with
A3
finishing
with
a
shot.
Players
need
to
follow
their
pass
and
go
behind
the
person
they
just
passed
towards.
- Breakout
Drill
ACer
the
goalie
makes
a
save,
the
players
must
“breakout”
to
provide
proper
passing
lanes
and
op?ons.
The
2
down
defenders,
D1
and
D3,
banana
run
below
GLE.
This
allows
them
to
see
any
pressure.
The
other
defenders
and
middies
breakout
in
curling
runs
as
well.
Communica?on
is
key
so
the
field
can
stay
balanced.
Advertisement
Lacrosse Tutorial: Stickwork Inside the Center Circle Drill
Skip to main content
Objective
Stickwork Inside the Center Circle is a great warm-up drill that focuses on improving stickwork and quick decision-making.
This drill demands that players have their “eyes up” so they can see open players to pass to as well as anticipate a pass coming to them. This drill can also be used to improve conditioning.
Drill Description
This drill is designed to be done inside the center circle on a women’s lacrosse field. Unlike many stickwork warm-up drills that focus on passing with one partner, this drill is more game-like with players constantly changing who they pass to and receive the ball from. Set up with 14-18 players inside the center circle. Begin the drill with one ball between every two players. On the coach’s whistle, players begin moving and passing to teammates inside the center circle. The primary rule is that when you receive a ball, you cannot return the ball to the person who passed it to you. Players must have their eyes up looking to pass the ball to someone else. This forces the player receiving the ball to look up, see the field and anticipate the open player.
If a player does not have a ball, she wants to pop towards a player with the ball to receive a pass. There is constant movement in this drill.
Skills Practiced
· All basic skills needed in the game.
Variation
To challenge players stickwork and field vision, coaches will direct players through a stickwork sequence:
• Pass and receive right hand up, Pass and receive left hand up
• Receive right then switch to pass left handed, Receive left then switch to pass right handed
• Receive right, then roll the stick to the opposite shoulder for a reverse stick pass
• Pass, receive, then dodge a player inside the circle. After the dodge, make a pass
• Switch to all ground balls, Flip passes, bounce passes, Behind the back passes
• Catch with two hands on the stick, pass with one hand (both left and right)
Source: www.USLacrosse.com
x
Youth2’s Recruiting Counselors are on a mission to educate you on the recruiting process – one that’s very competitive and starts early.
Let us provide guidance through the most important decisions that shape your athlete’s journey in sports.
Learn how to become a recruitable student-athlete, find out what colleges you match best with, and get the ability to message college coaches directly with a specialized recruiting package.
Don’t wait, schedule a time to speak with a Youth2 Recruiting Counselor. It’s FREE! Just fill out the following information and then select a date and time in the form below.
I’m a *
Parent
Student
Athlete Name *
Athlete Email *
Athlete Age *
Sport *
– Select -BaseballField HockeyFootballMens BasketballMens DivingMens GolfMens Ice HockeyMens LacrosseMens RowingMens SoccerMens SwimmingMens TennisMens TrackMens VolleyballMens Water PoloSoftballWomens BasketballWomens DivingWomens GolfWomens Ice HockeyWomens LacrosseWomens RowingWomens SoccerWomens SwimmingWomens TennisWomens TrackWomens VolleyballWomens Water PoloWrestling
Graduation Year *
– Select -20182019202020212022202320242025202620272028202920302031203220342035
Parent Name *
Parent Phone *
Parent Email *
Zip code *
State *
– Select -AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict Of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingAlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland and LabradorNova ScotiaOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutYuko
Yes, please have NCSA email me a FREE recruiting profile!
No thanks.
Opted in
What are you looking for help with?
Recruiting Help
Camp/Combine Information
Y1 Membership Benefits
CAPTCHA
x
Get the latest Youth Lacrosse news
covering the latest events, top athletes, training and equipment tips, and more.
All
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track
Volleyball
Wrestling
Other
Select sports of interest *
Email *
next page?
Episodes – How does it work?
Ratings of the series
- Friends —
- Kinorium 7.9 100+
- Kinopoisk 8.3 2501 IMDb 7.8 7799
- Critics — 900 07
- Series
- Actors
- Videos
- Stills
- Facts
- Awards
- Premieres
- Links
- Sites
- Episodes
starring
Brooks Moore
Tony Hirst
Lynn Adams
Lynn Herzeg
June Wallach 9 0044 Zack Fine
Mark Tewkesbury
Lynn Adams
Lynn Adams
Brian Forrest
All actors
directors
Gabriel Hoss
Yves Martin Allard
André Douillard
cameramen
Gilles Blé
Sebastien Gros
Gilbert Lemire
writers
Linda Boyle
Lianne Castelino
Oisin Curran
authors
André Douillard
Gabriel Hoss
producers
André Douillard
Jean-Marc Saint-Pierre
Bruce Gloson
Whole team
directors
Gabriel Hoss
Yves Martin Allard
André Douillard .
