Attack
Welcome to our Lacrosse Tips for Attackmen category — your go-to resource for sharpening your offensive game. Whether you’re a new player learning positioning or a seasoned scorer looking to refine your dodging, feeding, and finishing skills, these expert insights from VB Select coaches are designed to elevate your lacrosse IQ and performance.
Never Pass to a Covered Player
Never make a pass to a man who is covered just to get rid of the ball. In lacrosse, passing the ball to a covered player can be a costly mistake that can result in a turnover or a…
Be an Outlet
If a teammate is being ridden hard and can’t dodge or getaway, the nearest man on each side goes to be an outlet to help him.
Crease Play
On every screen shot the crease man should check-up on the defense man’s stick, and immediately face the goalie, so that he is ready to bat in a rebound.
Give and Go
After receiving a pass, as the ball moves around the outside, look first at the man who threw you the ball to see what he is doing, then at the crease.
After the Pass
If you receive a pass after cutting and haven’t got a good shot, hold onto the ball.
Pick a Corner
Place all shots, usually for a far corner, and shoot hard. When within five yards of the goal, the shot should be for a top corner.
Get it Off the Ground
After picking up a loose ball, turn and face the crease immediately. If nobody is open, move in fast until you are picked up.
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