Lacrosse skill drills are designed to improve your technique and form while playing lacrosse. In addition to your technique, lacrosse skill drills will also help you improve your coordination and timing while on the field. Lacrosse drills vary from scoring to transition drills depending on the specific position you play on the field.
Wall Ball Drills
Wall ball drills are designed to improve your catching, throwing and shooting skills. Because these drills can be performed individually, it is possible for you to practice them for extended periods of time to perfect your technique. One skill you can improve while doing wall drills is the cross face catch. Stand 10 to 15 feet away from a hard wall with a lacrosse stick in your hand. Snap the ball toward the wall and try to catch it on the opposite side of your head. Cradle the ball and repeat 50 times.
Pivot Point Drills
Pivot point drills are designed to improve your ability to change direction and stop quickly during a game or practice. Start by running full speed toward a specific point on the field. You can place a cone there to help you identify the region. As soon as you hit the point, rotate on your back foot until you are facing the direction from which you came. Make an outlet pass to a teammate or other practice partner.
Defensive Drills
Defensive drills are designed to improve your and your teammates' abilities to stop penetration and offensive players from getting open shots on goals. Although some defensive drills focus on preventing transition goals, others focus on one-on-one defensive skills. For example, set up two defenders against two attackers. Have the offensive players pass the ball back and forth in an effort to score on goal. As soon as the players get within 20 feet of the goal, have your defenders move up in an effort to intercept the ball. Repeat until all of the defenders on your team have performed the drill.
Dodging Drills
Dodging drills are designed to improve your speed and agility on the lacrosse field. In addition, they are specifically designed to help you to protect the ball, which will increase your chances of scoring. A variety of dodges can be performed during a game, ranging from a face dodge to a split dodge. If you are looking to get aggressive, you can practice a bull dodge: Have a defender stand 10 feet in front of you. Run directly toward him, keeping your stick side shielded from him. Instead of ducking out of his way, make contact with his shoulder to push him out of the way. Repeat until fatigued.
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