What are some defensive strategies in lacrosse?
“ON THE FIELD” LACROSSE DEFENSE TIPS:
- TALK WITH YOUR TEAM! –
- KEEP YOUR STICK ON THE ATTACKER –
- GO AFTER GROUND BALLS.
- KEEP YOUR STICK RAISED –
- BE AWARE OF YOUR SPACE BETWEEN YOU AND YOUR MAN –
- ALWAYS KNOW WHERE THE BALL IS –
- NEVER CROSS YOUR FEET ON DEFENSE –
- WHEN CLEARING, FOCUS ON EVERY PASS –
What is lacrosse slide?
Lacrosse sliding is a team concept used by lacrosse defenders. If a teammate has been burnt by an opponent who has the ball, one of the defenders will “slide” (shift) and leave his man in order to stop this offensive player from driving to the goal.
What does hot mean in lacrosse?
Hot (Right, Left) – Term(s) used on defense to communicate which player is the first slide; e.g. an adjacent defender is telling the on-ball defender she is “hot right” ISO (Isolation Play) – Creating a one on one situation for a player. Lax – Slang for lacrosse.
What is the strategies needed in lacrosse?
A key offensive strategy in lacrosse is to try and get fast breaks or unsettled clears. This can give the offense the advantage for a short period of time. By quickly transitioning the ball up the field a team can get more offensive players than defensive players in the attack zone.
What does a defensive stance look like?
If you have weight lifting experience, a basketball defensive stance is like a Back Squat, except in a stance, your feet are wider, your weight is off your heels instead of on them, and you lean forward more. Make sure to keep your eyes up.
What is defensive stance in self defense?
Public affray (fighting) is punishable by law. Use your defensive stance, using your front hand to potentially guard an attack and to use gesticulations while talking. Be calm in your wording, trying not to escalate the situation further.