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Lacrosse Stations. Dr. Butler April 2013. Lacrosse Cradling. CUES: Opposing grip (bottom hand palm down, top hand palm up). Head of stick almost upright near shoulder and ear. Rock the Baby – both hands work together to rotate the stick back and forth to keep the ball in the pocket.
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Lacrosse Stations Dr. Butler April 2013
Lacrosse Cradling CUES: • Opposing grip (bottom hand palm down, top hand palm up). • Head of stick almost upright near shoulder and ear. • Rock the Baby – both hands work together to rotate the stick back and forth to keep the ball in the pocket. • TASK: Cradle the Ball and: • Stand still for 20 seconds. • Walk fast for 20 meters. • Jog for 20 meters. • Run for 20 meters and practice pivots and evasive moves.
Lacrosse Catching CUES: • “Ask” for the ball (hold stick out). • Give/soft hands (as if cushioning a water balloon). • Triple Threat (finish in athletic stance). • TASK: • From 10 meters away, have partner toss you the ball. • From 10 meters away, have partner pass you the ball. • From 20 meters away, have partner pass you the ball. • Test your accuracy: See if you can catch a ball while zigzagging and moving evasively.
Lacrosse Throwing CUES • Opposing grip. • Dominant hand on top. • Gently grip butt end of stick. • Push/Pull. • Step and follow through. • TASK: • Throw the ball 10 meters to your partner. • Move back to 15 meters. • Move back to 20 meters. • Test your accuracy: See if you can throw to your partner while they zigzag and move evasively.
Lacrosse Give and Go PURPOSE: The Give and Go is a multi-player offensive tactic that relies on passing and moving without the ball to create open scoring opportunities. CUES: • Pass • Go • Catch • Shoot & Follow TASK: • Work with a partner. • Partner A passes the ball to Partner B. • Partner A runs to an open area (go) and asks for the ball. • Partner B passes the ballto Partner B. • Add a third player who will try to steal the passed ball. 1: Pass the ball to a team mate. 2: Move to Open Space. 3: Ask for the ball, catch it. 4. Shoot and Follow
Lacrosse Shooting Purpose: Shooting is a fundamental part of the game of lacrosse. It's important to learn the different styles and tactics of shooting to improve your game. Cues: • Position your body so shoulders are perpendicular to the net. • Position your hands in a way that feels strong. • Notice the goalie's weak side. • When aiming to shoot, look at your target. • Once you step and aim, follow through. Task: • Captains organize team into two lines. • Athletes pass the ball back and forth and when they get close to the goal, they take a shot. • Bonus: See if your team can score with a give and go.
Lacrosse Scooping Cues: • “Scrape your knuckles” – push stick under and through ball by pushing bottom hand through. • Run through the scoop, begin cradling immediately. • “Kiss your stick” – raise head of stick to vertical position in front of face. • Task: • Scoop up a stationary ball. • Scoop up a moving ball. • Have your partner roll a ball on the ground, scoop it up. • Challenge: Run through and scoop up a moving ball, end with cradle.
Lacrosse Goal Keeping Purpose: One of the hardest positions on the field, the lacrosse goalkeeper is pretty much the quarterback of the game. With a combination of fast reflexes, footwork, effective communication and perseverance, you too can become an amazing goalie. If Cues: • Keep your arms relaxed and away from and in front of your body, elbows slightly bent. • Bring your arms out as you step when catching the ball. • Don't be afraid to come out of the crease • Clear the ball. Task: • Captains organize team 15 meters behind goal area. • Each player takes turns shooting on goal and playing goalie. • Bonus: practice give-n-go with a shot.
Mark/Zone Defense Purpose: To defend against scoring and create turnovers. Cues: • Match up/Know your Zone • Shadow/Protect your Zone • Stay between • Communicate Task: • Match up 2 v 2 or 3 v 3. • Mini keep away games. 1 point for each successful catch. • Games up to 5 points. • Switch up the teams after each game.