Originally known as stickball, many may be surprised at how long the game of lacrosse has been around. Created by the Algonquin tribe of Native Americans, it was originally played in the eastern part of the U.S. and eventually migrated into the Great Lakes region. The Jesuit missionary, Jean de Brebeuf, was the first European […]
In the U.S., there has been a surge of interest and lacrosse is one of the fastest growing sports nationwide. While practice is the best way to build muscle memory and skills in any sport, there are some specific tips for playing lacrosse that will improve your stick skills and your accuracy. Try Soft Lacrosse […]
The game of lacrosse is one of the fastest growing team sports in the U.S., with more than 684,000 active players. There are many reasons for the upsurge, but it’s primarily due to increased awareness of the game. More TV networks are televising professional games, more information is available in print, and the Internet, combined […]
Want to know the 1 drill that all coaches, players and professionals will all tell you is the best thing to elevate your game? Need a drill that benefits all positions on the field and all skill levels? It’s wonderful Wall Ball! There is no better drill that will help one gain more skill with […]
The Benefits of Rolling with a Lacrosse Ball for Myofascial Release. Myofascial (Trigger Point) Release has been all the rage for the past few years. With the start of Lacrosse’s Summer Tournament Season you can bet playing 4-6 games in a weekend can cause sore muscles and tightness in many athletes. One way players […]
There is no better time of the season, besides the start of it, then lacrosse in May! Temperatures are finally warm, and we are headed into post season play! Opening day for NCAA’s starts today for Women’s Division 1 lacrosse and in the next few days and weeks dozens of lacrosse games will now be […]
LANDMINE GAME Here is a simple, fun and effective game that you can play with all levels that helps promote “more specific” communication within your players and listening! This will payoff not only on your defensive end but in your midfield and attack ends as well. Things You Need: 30-50+ cones, 60-120+ lacrosse balls, Pinnies […]
ADD IN DRILL The Lacrosse Season is well underway, Spring is “technically here” but as we all know Old Man Winter sometimes can reappear at the most inopportune times forcing many coaches and players are inside. Here is a great stick work drill that packs a lot of punch whether you are outdoors or […]
Lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in America. There are at least 5 new college teams being added yearly, many in non-traditional lacrosse areas. With these new college teams comes new high school and youth programs. The importance of the teaching the fundamentals of the game are more important than ever. With the rules changing […]
Lacrosse 101 Here we highlight the basic rules of Lacrosse as well as give some tips of how to play this team sport. The rules of lacrosse will vary between different leagues. Lacrosse is the oldest sport in North America, rooted in Native American religion it was often played to resolve conflicts. To Native Americans […]