A dodge is a deliberate movement to beat a defender, while an escape focuses on creating separation when trapped. Pair dodging skills with anticipation & recognition drills to read the defense effectively.
Keep your body between the defender and the ball, maintain a secure stick pocket, and use fakes to mislead opponents. Learning defensive stickwork can help anticipate checks.
Use roll dodges to attack from behind, split dodges for quick lateral moves, and face dodges to approach from the front. Combine with footwork drills for maximum efficiency.
Yes. Practicing dodges and escapes teaches you to anticipate defensive reactions, improve spacing, and enhance decision-making, complementing lacrosse IQ drills.
Combine dodging with passing and shooting drills to open passing lanes, create scoring opportunities, and support team offense principles.
Daily practice of dodging and escape drills, along with advanced skill-level drills, is recommended to maintain agility, precision, and confidence under pressure.
Using body and stick fakes tricks defenders into committing early, creating space for your dodge or escape. Pair fakes with passing drills and shooting drills to capitalize on opportunities immediately.
