Take the Space: Read the Defender

Summary

Take the space is a recognition drill we work on with our offensive players that will reinforce finding and taking the space when an action is afforded from a defender.

Tags

AdvancedAnticipation & RecognitionAttackBox LacrosseCollegeDodging & EscapesGuided - Token OpponentHigh SchoolIntermediateMen’s LacrosseMidfieldShootingWomen’s Lacrosse

Set up

Put players in any part of the field, and have the offensive player start with a ball, and their back turned to the goal. The Defensive player should be a stick length away, on coaches whistle, the offense player flips around and the defender will either shade high or low. The player attacking the goal will take the space and finish with a shot

Coaching Points and Principles

  • Have O + D stay in role for 3-5 reps, and the defender change up the shade every time without the offense knowing
  • Read the space, and accelerate through it
  • Finish with a shot, which will vary depending on where you are attacking from.

Progressions

  • Add in disruptive defense

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