Making Practice Fun
When coaching kids, the goal is to make them love the game. These youth lacrosse drills combine skill building with fun, competitive games.
Sharks and Minnows
This classic game is perfect for teaching cradling and stick protection.
- Select 2 “Sharks” who stand in the middle without balls.
- The rest of the players (“Minnows”) start at one end line, all with balls.
- On the whistle, Minnows try to run to the other end line without losing their ball.
- Sharks try to check the ball out of their sticks.
Pro Tip: Encourage players to keep two hands on the stick and hold the stick vertical to protect it while running.
Hungry Hippos (Ground Balls)
Place all the balls in the center circle. Divide players into 4 teams at the corners of the field. On the whistle, one player from each team runs to the center, scoops a ground ball, and brings it back to their team’s pile.
Conclusion
The best youth lacrosse drills don’t feel like drills at all. Keep them moving, keep them competing, and they will naturally improve.
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