Author: Enoch C. Williams

Passing and catching are the two most basic, and also most essential, skills that a player must possess. Unlike most other sports, lacrosse players use both their dominant and non-dominant hands and frequently alternate between the two. Without the ability to consistently throw and catch, a player is essentially useless. Let’s start by taking a look at the proper mechanics involved in throwing a lacrosse ball. Throwing This motion is very similar to one used by a baseball pitcher. The dominant hand grips the stick about halfway down, and does most of the heavy lifting. The non-dominant hand grips at…

Establishing a positive working relationship with a coach is a key factor in determining whether a lacrosse player will be successful both as an individual and a teammate. When a coach appreciates the effort and attitude of a player, he is much more likely to trust that player to do what the coach expects and has been teaching in practice. What Coaches Look for in a Player The biggest hurdle a player can have in their development into a good all-around player is understanding that when coaches “coach” aggressively and turn up the volume, they aren’t doing it because they…

Going into a lacrosse match with an under-prepared goalie who hasn’t limbered up or practiced can be like putting the cart before the horse. To make sure this game goes off without a hitch, it’s essential for goalies to have some quality warming-up time in order to get mentally and physically ready for their heroic saves. When you’re the lacrosse coach, it feels like your worst nightmare has come true if neither of your goalies are ready to go on game day. But never fear! This helpful guide is here with strategies that will have both keepers defending their net…

Lacrosse stands out from the crowd with its generous backstage area for offensive players. Basketball and soccer offer no space in comparison to lacrosse’s 15-yards of elbow room behind each goal, which allows attackers plenty of maneuvering room to dodge defenders and launch assists. Whether you’re an attackman or a midfielder, the area behind the goal is prime real estate for any offensive player. This guide helps you sharpen your skills and explains how to carry the ball down to X where you can add a whole new angle to your offensive game. Stick Security In general, the best defender…

You’ll be on cloud nine after you invest some serious cash on a stunning lacrosse stick and string it up so it throws smoothly. However, you don’t want one rainy day or unfortunate broken string to ruin your hard work and render your investment meaningless. Lacrosse players need to have their sticks in perfect working condition at all times if they want to play flawless ball. There are some simple precautions you can take that will keep your stick in ideal playing condition. Keeping your pocket, head, and shaft in good shape is very important, but there are specific maintenance…

If you’re a fan of basketball, football or hockey, then odds are you will like lacrosse. The game play is similar to basketball in terms of offensive and defensive schemes. The shooting and scoring reminds many people of hockey, and the open-field running and hitting is reminiscent of football. Lacrosse actually predates all of those sports, in regards to how long it has been played. To the casual fan, however, it may seem like it has taken or borrowed rules and game play from other popular sports. Here is a basic overview of the rules and regulations of lacrosse: The…

During its infant stages, lacrosse was played with no official rules and on fields of various sizes – sometimes up to miles long and wide. Some players rode horses, making the early game reminiscent of polo. The modern game, however, has a set field size and markings. Lacrosse is often played on multi-purpose fields, sharing space with football, field hockey and soccer teams. With the exception of the crease, all of the measurements are in yards, making the field lining relatively easy. Almost every form of field lacrosse is played on a rectangular field measuring 110 x 60 yards. Lines…

Safety is and has always been a top priority in women’s lacrosse, and which is why there are certain rules in place to keep players protected from injuries. Shooting space rule is one such rule. Simply put, what this Shooting space rule states is that a defender under no circumstances run into the path of the attacker. Basically, the idea is to keep the defender away from the attacker’s line of fire. Defender should always try to avoid getting into the shooting lane of the attacker and failure to do so will invite a penalty. The penalized defender will have…

The Three Seconds rule in girls’ lacrosse can be a maddening mystery for a parent and player just getting their feet wet in the game. Newcomers often find themselves scratching their heads when the game suddenly grinds to a halt with a whistle and no obvious violation around the ball. But fear not! Staying in the 8-meter arc for more than 3 seconds is a big no-no. So don’t even think about trying to pull a fast one and hang out back there any longer than that, unless you are marking an opponent within a stick’s length, of course. Otherwise,…

Playing lacrosse requires us to focus more on safety gear and equipment. And not just protective gear, choosing the best lacrosse stick, passing, helmet, and shoes is undoubtedly of crucial importance. For the fast-paced sport that lacrosse is, choosing the best lacrosse ball makes a significant difference in the game. In fact, selecting a lacrosse ball that is best suited for the game is tricky; the most complex part of the game to say the least. In fact, the majority of lacrosse balls are strikingly similar. Ergo, it is imperative to know the key differences to be able to choose…