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With the off-season in full force for some players, training can sometimes become relatively non-existent as well. The fact is, though, that you should be using the off-season to keep your body in shape. A good off-season workout routine prepares you for the upcoming season. Whether you have weeks or months between seasons, you really
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The goalie position is quite possibly the most important on a lacrosse team because a good goalie can separate an ok team from a great one. So what makes a good goalie? Well, obviously, a good goalie can stop any shot taken by the opponent. A good goalie is also able to “clear” the ball
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Defense is probably the least recognized position in lacrosse since defensemen are not the goalmakers… Not directly at least. But a good all around team requires a good offense and a good defense. Without a good balance on both sides of the field, your team will struggle if your defense is weak. Size is a
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Cradling is an important Lacrosse move. However, many players don’t understand the purpose of cradling or why they’re doing it and many simply are not doing it right to begin with. Cradling allows you to control the ball while allowing different stick positions. When properly cradling the ball in the pocket, you can hold the
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One of the most basic skills that all beginners must learn is how to scoop the ball effectively. When scooping, you want to get low to the ground and use the top part of the lacrosse head to scoop the ball up. To do this, bend your knees and lower the stick to the ground
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Midfield (or Middie) is a very complex position and the best athletes should be used here. We’ve compiled a few concepts to give young midfielder an idea of what they should be doing on the field. Practice these tips and you’ll have a pretty solid foundation on which to build. SKILLS NEEDED In general, good
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Attack is a very complex position and takes a great amount of skill. We’ve compiled a few concepts to give young attackman an idea of what they should be doing on the field. Practice these tips and you’ll have a pretty solid foundation on which to build. SKILLS NEEDED In general, the attackmen are the
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Reebok is daring you to come out to the MonkeySports Superstore to test your accuracy this Friday, April 8, 2011 from 4-8pm! Challenge your friends and teammates… smash the watermelon and win PRIZES! But the awesomeness doesn’t stop there! Just for showing up, you’ll get 15% off Reebok Lacrosse gear! MonkeySports Superstore 1500 Route 9
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The Lacrosse world is amped and ready to cheer on their favorite team at the third annual Big City Classic! College fans from across the nation will converge on the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday, April 3, 2011. This exciting tripleheader begins with Rutgers Scarlet Knights‘ strong attack and solid
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Coaching a sports team is a special type of journey that few actually get the pleasure of experiencing. The role involves incredible responsibility and will have a far-reaching impact on the lives of your players. Your approach can help the kids develop a passion for the game or can stifle their desire to ever pick