How can you improve your lacrosse defensive skills. What are the key elements of a strong defensive posture. Which drills help develop footwork and positioning for defenders.
The Grid Drill: A Fundamental Defensive Exercise
The grid drill is an essential practice routine for lacrosse defenders looking to improve their footwork, agility, and positioning. This drill, as demonstrated by professional player Matt Dunn, helps players develop the quick movements and proper form needed to effectively guard opponents.
Setting Up the Grid
To set up the grid drill:
- Place five cones on the field – one in the center and four others in each cardinal direction
- The cones should form a cross or plus sign shape
- Space the outer cones about 5-10 yards from the center cone
Basic Grid Drill Sequence
The basic sequence for the grid drill is as follows:
- Start at the center cone
- Approach the top cone, then backpedal to center
- Pivot and drive to the left cone, then backpedal to center
- Repeat for the right and bottom cones
This pattern helps defenders practice quick direction changes and proper footwork when moving forward, backward and laterally. Players should focus on maintaining a low, athletic stance throughout the drill.
Adding Lateral Movements
To make the drill more challenging, incorporate lateral shuffling movements:
- Approach top cone, backpedal to center
- Shuffle left, back to center
- Backpedal to rear cone, forward to center
- Shuffle right, back to center
- Finish with forward approach to top cone
These additional movements further develop a defender’s ability to quickly change direction while maintaining proper defensive positioning.
Perfecting Defensive Approach and Posture
A strong defensive approach and proper body positioning are crucial for lacrosse defenders. Matt Dunn emphasizes several key elements for an effective defensive posture:
Approach Progression
Practice the defensive approach in three stages:
- Approach and hold defensive posture
- Approach, get into defensive posture, then backpedal
- Approach, backpedal, then execute a crossover step
This progression allows defenders to break down the approach into its component parts before putting it all together.
Key Elements of Defensive Posture
When in a defensive stance, focus on the following:
- Feet hip-width apart for a stable base
- Weight on the balls of your feet for quick reactions
- Chest out and chin up to maintain balance and vision
- Stick extended in front to control spacing with the attacker
Can proper defensive posture really make a difference in a player’s performance? Absolutely. A strong, balanced stance allows defenders to react more quickly to offensive moves and maintain better positioning to prevent scoring opportunities.
Ball Hunt: Practicing Double-Team Defense
The Ball Hunt drill is an excellent way for lacrosse teams to practice double-teaming and disrupting an opponent’s clearing attempts. This drill simulates game situations where defenders must work together to force turnovers and regain possession.
Drill Objectives
The main goals of the Ball Hunt drill are:
- Slow down the opposing team’s transition
- Create turnovers through aggressive double-teaming
- Improve communication and coordination between defenders
Setting Up the Drill
The Ball Hunt drill can be set up in two layers:
- Layer One: 3v3 setup
- Layer Two: 5v5 setup
Start with the 3v3 version to introduce the concepts, then progress to 5v5 as players become more comfortable with the drill.
Executing the Drill
The basic flow of the Ball Hunt drill is as follows:
- Goalie starts with the ball
- Attacking player (X1) forces the goalie to pass to one side
- X1 follows the pass to initiate the double-team
- Other defenders adjust positioning to cover open attackers
Does double-teaming always lead to turnovers? Not necessarily, but it can significantly disrupt the opposing team’s clearing attempts and create opportunities for your team to regain possession.
Developing Effective Riding Strategies
Riding, or re-defending after a turnover, is a critical aspect of lacrosse that can create additional scoring opportunities for your team. There are several approaches to riding, each with its own strengths and weaknesses.
Man-to-Man Riding
In a man-to-man riding scheme:
- Each defender is assigned to cover a specific offensive player
- The goalie is often left open to encourage a longer, potentially riskier pass
- Defenders must be quick and agile to stay with their assigned player
Pressure Riding
Pressure riding involves:
- Aggressively challenging the goalie to disrupt the initial outlet pass
- Risking an open field if the pressure is beaten
- Potentially creating immediate turnovers close to the goal
Double-Team Riding
The double-team riding approach focuses on:
- Sending two defenders to pressure the first outlet pass receiver
- Aiming to force a turnover or a rushed, inaccurate pass
- Requiring excellent communication and timing between defenders
Which riding strategy is most effective? The answer depends on your team’s strengths, the opponent’s clearing tendencies, and the game situation. Many successful teams employ a mix of riding strategies to keep their opponents off-balance.
Utilizing Technology for Lacrosse Training
In today’s digital age, lacrosse players and coaches have access to a wide array of technological tools to enhance their training and development. These resources can supplement on-field practice and provide valuable learning opportunities, especially during times when in-person training may be limited.
Virtual Training Platforms
Virtual training has become increasingly popular in lacrosse. Some key platforms include:
- Zoom for live, interactive coaching sessions
- YouTube for instructional videos and drills
- Instagram for quick tips and demonstrations from pro players
These platforms allow players to learn from top coaches and athletes, regardless of their location.
US Lacrosse Digital Resources
US Lacrosse has developed several digital resources to support players and coaches:
- Lax at Home: A comprehensive digital platform with drills, workouts, and e-learning opportunities
- Mobile Coach: An app featuring interactive drills and game-like scenarios
- US Lacrosse Magazine: Digital editions with embedded videos and interactive features
These resources provide a wealth of information and training tools accessible from any device with an internet connection.
AI and Analytics in Lacrosse
Emerging technologies are also making their way into lacrosse training:
- AI-powered shot tracking systems
- Advanced analytics for game performance evaluation
- Virtual reality training simulations
How can technology improve a player’s performance on the field? By providing detailed feedback, allowing for targeted skill development, and offering novel ways to practice decision-making and strategy.
The Importance of Fundamentals in Lacrosse Defense
While advanced strategies and techniques are important, the foundation of effective lacrosse defense lies in mastering the fundamentals. Players who excel in basic skills often outperform those who rely solely on athleticism or complex schemes.
Key Defensive Fundamentals
Essential fundamental skills for lacrosse defenders include:
- Proper defensive stance and footwork
- Effective stick positioning and checks
- Understanding of defensive angles and positioning
- Clear communication with teammates
Drills for Developing Fundamentals
To improve fundamental defensive skills, incorporate these drills into your practice routine:
- 1v1 shadow drills to practice positioning and footwork
- Wall ball exercises to improve stick skills
- Communication drills to enhance on-field awareness
- Conditioning exercises to build endurance and quickness
Are fundamental skills really that important at higher levels of play? Absolutely. Even professional players continuously work on their fundamental skills to maintain their edge and consistency on the field.
Building a Complete Defensive Skillset
Becoming a well-rounded lacrosse defender requires more than just mastering individual skills or drills. It involves combining various techniques, understanding game situations, and developing the mental aspects of defensive play.
Physical Skills Development
A complete defensive skillset includes:
- Agility and quickness for reacting to offensive moves
- Strength for body positioning and checks
- Endurance to maintain high-level play throughout the game
- Hand-eye coordination for effective stick work
Mental Aspects of Defense
Equally important are the mental components of defensive play:
- Understanding offensive strategies and tendencies
- Quick decision-making in fast-paced situations
- Maintaining focus and composure under pressure
- Leadership and communication on the field
Situational Awareness
Defenders must also develop strong situational awareness, including:
- Recognizing and adapting to different offensive formations
- Understanding when to be aggressive vs. conservative
- Coordinating with teammates for slides and double-teams
- Managing the shot clock and game clock situations
How can defenders effectively combine all these elements? Regular practice, game experience, and continuous learning are key. By focusing on both individual skills and team concepts, defenders can develop the comprehensive skillset needed to excel at all levels of play.
In conclusion, mastering lacrosse defense requires a combination of physical skills, mental acuity, and strategic understanding. By focusing on fundamental drills like the Grid Drill, practicing proper defensive posture, and engaging in team-oriented exercises like Ball Hunt, players can significantly improve their defensive capabilities. Utilizing modern technology and resources can further enhance training, while never losing sight of the importance of core fundamentals. As defenders develop a more complete skillset, they become invaluable assets to their teams, capable of shutting down even the most formidable offensive threats.
How To Master the Grid Drill: A Lesson With Matt Dunn
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How To Master the Grid Drill: A Lesson With Matt Dunn
Thu Jul 30 2020 | Matt DaSilva | USA Insider
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Virtual training is all the rage these days. Whether through Zoom, YouTube or Instagram, the resources to connect players and coaches despite their physical separation have surged. US Lacrosse even established a digital emporium, Lax at Home, loaded with drills, at-home workouts, stick-skill exercises, e-learning and development opportunities to keep members active and connected during the pandemic.
For more than a decade, US Lacrosse Magazine has provided the platform for some of the sport’s top players to share tricks of the trade. We went next level for this digital-only edition. Seven elite professional and U.S. national team players put on a clinic for our cameras at US Lacrosse’s Tierney Field in Sparks, Md. These next several pages are chock full of tips and drills for youth and high school players, including embedded videos.
We are here to help you get ready to get back on the field. For more ways to train on your own, visit uslacrosse.org/lax-at-home. Next up in our digital-edition how-to series is Matt Dunn.
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The Grid
1. Set Up Five Cones
Place one in the middle and four in each direction.
2. Approach / Backpedal
Start at the center cone, approach the top cone, break down and backpedal.
3. Pivot
Plant off your right foot and then drive to the left cone. Backpedal back and repeat.
4. Add Lateral Moves
— Approach the top cone and backpedal back.
— Drop your hips, shuffle to the left cone and back.
— Backpedal to the rear cone and return the center cone with a forward approach.
— Open your hips, shuffle to the right cone and back.
— Finish with a forward approach at the top cone.
Approach Progression
1. Approach and hold your defensive posture.
2. Approach, get into your defensive posture and backpedal.
3. Approach, backpedal and crossover step.
Focal points for defensive posture:
1. Break down with your feet hip-width apart.
2. Keep your weight on the balls of your feet.
3. Chest out and chin up.
4.
Stick out in front to maintain gap.
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Ball Hunt: A Mobile Coach Game to Practice Doubling the Ball
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The opposing goalie saves the ball and now they’re trying to clear the ball.
From the goalie, field players must catch, turn and look to make the next pass — all the while running forward with their heads up.
You don’t want that to happen, of course. You want to keep the ball on this side of the field for another scoring opportunity. Your attack and midfield players must redefend, or ride, the ball to keep it on their attack side or at least slow the other team’s transition.
There are several options for riding. Some redefend man-to-man and leave the goalie open. Others pressure the goalie. Yet others double-team the first outlet to try to force a turnover for a quick scoring opportunity.
If you want to double the ball, this is a great game to help prepare for the scenario. Players learn to redefend with the double team to help slow and/or disrupt the transition.
BALL HUNT
The objective of the game is to slow the transition and create a turnover. Every player has a role and a responsibility — especially the players who are part of the double team.
The attackers and midfielders must work in tandem to disrupt the opponent’s transition.
SKILLS
SETUP
Layer One: 3v3
Layer Two: 5v5
LAYER ONE (3V3)
Players line up 3v3. Goalie starts with the ball.
Goalie passes left or right to a defender at GLE based on which side X1 forces the pass.
X1 follows the pass to double-team (trap) the ball carrier in the corner with the goal of forcing a turnover or a pass back to the goalie.
If the ball goes to where X2 is, X3 moves to split the distance to be able to cover the goalie and the other defender. The same is true if the ball goes to the other side first.
Players shift as the ball shifts.
LAYER TWO (5V5)
The first layer remains the same.
If the ball moves forward to the next player, the attackers/midfielders must rotate to double the ball, cover space and cover the adjacent (next) pass options.
Players shift as the ball shifts to create chaos and force turnovers.
Start at a slow pace so they can successfully execute the backside double and redefend — and so defense can successfully move the ball against excess pressure.
CONCEPTS
Switch quickly from offense to defense/defense to offense.
Communicate where you are to help your teammates.
Use the goalie as an active field player to help the transition.
Have a plan for where you want to trap the ball and force the turnover (or back pass).
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The new and improved USA Lacrosse Mobile Coach app features more than 500 men’s and women’s lacrosse drills, practice-planning tools, whiteboarding and more. The app is free for USA Lacrosse members. Available on the Apple Store and Google Play. More info at usalacrosse.com/mobile-coach.
Lauren Davenport is the manager of athlete development at USA Lacrosse and an assistant coach at Notre Dame of Maryland University.
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90,000 The NCAA allowed students to return to training from the first of June. What does this mean for college football? – First & Goal
It’s no secret that the quarantine measures being taken in the US today are hitting college sports much harder than professional sports. Today we will talk about the reasons for this situation, the latest news on this front and how everything can affect the football season in the fall.
Quarantined students
First, let’s talk about the peculiarities of college sports in the US that affect the current situation in it.
The very first and most important thing to note here is that in the NFL now, even without quarantine, there would be an off-season and a period when almost any team activity is prohibited by a collective agreement between the league and the players’ union. But in the NCAA there is no such off-season – students (unlike professionals who already “know how” to play football) actively train at this time, even holding training camps and traditional spring games in the spring. All this has already been canceled, so the current pandemic is not affecting the season in the future, but has already had an impact on the season right now.
Secondly, students are the least socially protected group of athletes involved in football in the United States. Professionals have a union, students have parents, and students have no one to stand up for them if their school program decides to resume training.
The NCAA and the athletic conferences, the only ones who could influence the situation, took the most passive position here (more on that below). If they want to get their education, everyone will have to go to training, regardless of what they themselves think about it.
Thirdly, American football (although for some universities, the same can be said about basketball) is a huge source of income for universities. But more importantly, the only profitable sports program that, in fact, in most cases, sponsors all the others. The structure of income from football is also important: especially outside of Power 5 conferences, most of them (unlike the NFL) do not consist of the sale of television rights, but of the so-called gameday sales (sales of tickets, parking, paraphernalia, food at the stadium) . Therefore, the option of playing the season with empty stands will not solve the problems they face.
Naturally, many universities have already begun to cut funding for sports programs that are less important to them – they are curtailing programs in soccer, lacrosse, and tennis.
But here, too, a vicious circle turns out: the NCAA rules strictly regulate how many sports programs should be in the athletic department of each university (for example, to participate in the first division of the NCAA, the university must have at least 16 of them). Cutting sports to save money will not work indefinitely – as this can eventually lead to a relegation in the division (and therefore to a decrease in income too). The total loss to the higher education system in the United States in the event of the cancellation of the 2020 season is estimated at $ 4 billion.
These three factors are putting enormous pressure on universities to resume training now and have a season, despite the pandemic and the fact that they are still conducting classes remotely. How do they deal with it?
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At the discretion of each individual university
We’ve talked about the intricacies of varsity sports on more than one occasion, and it’s clearer than ever in the current situation.
So, two months ago, the NCAA imposed a complete ban on all training activities in colleges. Last week they made an indulgence – from June 1, you can train on a “voluntary” basis. Does this mean that now everything will resume?
No, because in addition to the restrictions of the NCAA, there are also restrictions that are introduced by individual conferences. And further, of course, no one forbids individual universities to introduce their own requirements. Now we will talk about the top five conferences (Power 5) and where they are now in this regard:
Atlantic Coast Conference : No additional restrictions were imposed, leaving the decision to the discretion of each individual university. Following the NCAA rule change, Louisville and Clemson announced they would begin voluntary training starting June 8. The rest of the programs are still under quarantine.
Big Ten : Also no additional restrictions, but only Illinois and Ohio State plan to return to training in mid-June, with the latter already making plans to start the season with fans in the stands, respecting the principles of social distancing.
Big Dozen : There is a ban on training until June 15, but no one has announced a return by that date yet. Only Oklahoma plans to resume the process in July. However, conference commissioner Bob Bolsby recently said that in order to play football in the fall, practice should be back to normal by mid-July, and Texas Governor Greer Abbott hopes to start the season on time and with fans, both statements. many took it with hostility as unnecessary pressure on universities in a difficult situation.
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Pacific Dozen : The exercise ban will be in effect until June 15th, after which decisions will be up to individual universities and state governments. This remark is important in relation to this particular conference because it is dominated by the state of California – and its university system has already announced that teaching will be conducted only in remote mode at least until the end of the fall semester.
In all likelihood, this also implies the abandonment of sports training, which calls into question the prospects for a season in the entire conference as a whole.
Southeast Conference : Training is temporarily prohibited. This coming Friday, a vote will be held on a possible lifting of restrictions from June.
I will turn the calendar over…
What can we expect in autumn in the light of all these news?
First, you need to understand that no one considers returning to training in isolation from the issue of returning to campuses for all other students. That is, of course, the epidemiological situation and policy in the field of higher education (both federal and local) as a whole will play a critical role here.
Secondly, in the absence of a single decision-making body, the most difficult problem is that different programs can be ready at different times. Due to different epidemiological conditions, different local legislation and different policies of individual universities, a situation may arise when, for example, the Southeast Conference will be ready to play in full, the Pacific Dozen is not at all, and only half of the teams from the Big Ten will be.
What to do in this case?
Most likely, you should not expect a single start date for the season for everyone, as is usually the case. A different schedule, at least at the conference level, looks like a very likely scenario. In this case, of course, there is the question of identifying a national champion, but in college football, in fact, there is no such thing anyway.
Thirdly, in whatever form the season starts, you need to be prepared for its delays, postponements and suspensions after that. Even if the situation looks optimistic in September, what will happen, for example, if an outbreak suddenly occurs at some university and the virus is detected in half of the football team players? Obviously, their opponents, who will have to go to visit them this week, will refuse this match – and then what? Surely, the rules for such cases will be agreed in advance, but the fact that each individual match will always have a certain degree of risk of disruption does not change this.
So we, as fans, can only wish the athletes good health and hope for at least some varsity football this fall. Whatever form it takes, I think that all participants in the process will not be hindered now by some positive emotions associated with it.
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Faster, higher, more expensive: how much is sport in the USA?
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EconomicsIn a couple of months the world is waiting for the next Olympics. The United States traditionally claims leadership in the medal standings. Starting from school, its citizens are involved in the sports business – a very profitable business, supported by national traditions.
Moscow, December 2 – Vesti.Ekonomika Already in a couple of months the world is waiting for the next Olympics. The United States traditionally claims leadership in the medal standings. The popularity of sports in the country is instilled from elementary school. Where future champions come from, and why the sports industry is one of the most popular in the States, Irina Fievre figured out.
The competitive spirit is a feature of the American nation. This quality is instilled from childhood, as well as the ability to play in a team and give all the best at 100%, even if you lose.
Very young people dream of getting into national teams, becoming famous and signing multi-million dollar contracts, but by high school (9class) dreams become more mundane: to become the owner of a sports scholarship to the university. Often, this is the most realistic way for a child from a middle-income family to get an education in American universities, where a year can cost $ 20-30 thousand. Since it is not easy to win an academic scholarship (in addition to good grades, the student must volunteer, participate in subject Olympiads, write articles or scientific papers), many have shown themselves in sports since childhood. Today in the United States, among schoolchildren aged 10-18, there are almost 60% of such children.
“Instill” an active lifestyle begin even earlier. Usually children are already from the age of five and try several sports before making a choice. The example of our family is indicative: at the age of 6 my son started playing European football, a year later he switched to American football, tennis, at the age of 9 he went to basketball and has been playing it for almost 8 years.
The daughter, it seemed, always gravitated towards art – dancing, drawing, but she was also drawn into sports: suddenly she became interested in tennis, then she wanted to try volleyball, and for four years she has not been able to stop.
In the USA, it is customary that instead of serious sports schools, little Americans are trained in circles of local Houses of Culture. Wanted to identify the child in the section? At the end of the summer, you register on the site and pay $95 for three months. Usually, at the initial stage, volunteers work as trainers – parents who have completed the necessary short training course and provided a “background check” – a certificate that they are not convicted. Trainings are held twice a week, games – every Saturday. In a year or two, the child outgrows such a physical education circle and wants to work in a more serious team. It’s time to choose a club.
There are not just a lot of clubs for different sports, there are a lot of them. We got into our first serious basketball club after one of the amateur games: a coach from a specialized club approached us and invited us to qualifying tests.
After that, a contract is usually signed and the first installment is paid. Prices for lessons in basketball clubs range from $500 – $1000 per season (seven months). Such a cost is explained by the fact that here the trainers are not volunteers, but professionals, they work for a salary. Training 2-3 times a week, competitions every 2 weeks, and on Saturday and Sunday several games a day.
The contract stipulates that the parent is not only obligated to pay for the lessons. It is necessary to deliver the child to training and competitions on time, to behave well in the stands. When competitions are held in another city, you need to pay for travel and hotel. The child also signs papers that he will behave well and study without twos. Serious sports clubs offer scholarships for especially talented young athletes. But, as a rule, such children are few.
Prices for volleyball lessons are higher and depend on the player’s age. For thirteen-year-olds – $2,775 per season plus travel and hotel expenses.
And you don’t have to choose: the list of hotels is provided by the organizer of the competition. In April next year, my daughter is going to a 5-day competition in Dallas, where we will stay in a hotel for $ 159per night. But hockey is considered the most expensive sport: a season with equipment costs about $4,000, not counting travel expenses.
In Texas public schools, all children through sixth grade have PE every day. From the seventh grade, you can play for the school team. The training schedule depends on the season: the regular sports season starts with American football and volleyball (August – October). From November to January – basketball, in February – March – athletics, and European football – until the end of the school year. In high school, the schedule is the same, only water sports (swimming, jumping, water polo), lacrosse, golf, bowling, wrestling are added to everything else. And this is in ordinary schools, not specialized sports! American journalist Darren Brown claims that individual Texas schools spend many times more on sports than, for example, on mathematics or music.
Formally, parents do not pay for school training. Where does the school get funding for all this? From taxes. Almost 70% of the property tax, which is mandatory for all property owners, is the “school tax”. Part of the money goes to the account of local departments of education, from which schools are financed, in particular, in our area of Texas. The rest of the tax goes to the city. By the way, even those who do not have children pay the tax.
Parents’ committees play an important role in financing school sports programs. The school pays, as a rule, the salary of coaches, buys equipment. All other expenses (food, uniform for training, sometimes hiring buses and even drivers’ salaries) are compensated by the parent committee. Membership fee – $25 per year. The rest is “a matter of technique”: the parent committee finds sponsors among shops and companies, organizes the sale of drinks and food during the competition, sells T-shirts with the team logo. Without the help of parents’ committees, sports programs would hardly exist.
The sports industry absorbs both children and adults. There are four gyms and crossfit within a 1 km radius of my house, even the sporting goods store organized a group of “runners”. The fight for health starts at 5am when the first walkers/cyclists can be seen. In the parks, young mothers do yoga or jogging with strollers. Combine business with pleasure and save on fitness rooms, prices for which range from $19 to $100 per month.
“Passive” athletes also have to fork out. To get to the school game, you have to pay $4-$7, to enter the university – $30 or more, depending on the place. A few years ago tickets to the NBA Finals cost $39.0 per person (not the best places, by the way). The pleasure of sitting next to the court is worth several thousand dollars. Despite these costs, sport is a national hobby. According to statistica.com, 96.4% of American men were employed in sports and recreational activities in 2016. And some more statistics: in 2015, TV viewers watched a total of 31 billion hours of sports programs in the United States.
