What NOCSAE and SEI Certified Means on a Lacrosse Ball
Buy a bag of cheap lacrosse balls and there’s a decent chance that within a season some of them turn slick. Not dirty. Slick, like they’ve been waxed. The plasticizers inside the rubber migrate to the surface and leave a greasy film that changes how the ball sits in a pocket and how it comes […]
What Size of Lacrosse Goal Do You Actually Need?
Shop for a goal and you’ll see two formats used interchangeably. Some listings say 6×6. Others say 6x6x7. Nobody explains the difference, so most people assume the third number is how deep the goal is, and buy accordingly. A regulation lacrosse goal has an opening 6 feet wide by 6 feet high, measured inside the […]
How to Choose a Lacrosse Rebounder for Your Backyard
Most Rebounder Buying Advice Lists Features You Don’t Need Search for how to choose a lacrosse rebounder and you’ll get a list of specifications: adjustable tension, target markings, frame material, net tightness. It reads authoritative. It also skips every question an actual buyer asks out loud, which is usually some version of how loud is […]
Lacrosse Net Thickness Explained 5mm vs 6mm vs 7mm
Why the Number on Your Lacrosse Net Isn’t a Rules Requirement You went looking for a replacement net and found a wall of numbers. Five millimeter, six millimeter, seven millimeter. Round corners, square corners, universal. Velcro or lace-on. Nothing on any of those pages explains which one you’re supposed to buy, and the assumption most […]
Master Shot Accuracy with This Simple Lacrosse Drill
Every lacrosse player enjoys scoring goals, but consistently putting shots on target is one of the hardest skills to master. Many young players generate plenty of power, yet their shots miss the corners, sail over the crossbar, or lose accuracy when they’re forced to shoot on the move. The good news is that accurate shooting […]
The Attack Drill Every Lacrosse Player Should Master
Great attackers don’t simply outrun defenders—they create opportunities through smart footwork, body control, and timing. One offensive move that has remained a staple of lacrosse coaching from youth programs to collegiate teams is the Question Mark Dodge. It’s designed to help players attack confidently from near Goal Line Extended (GLE), change direction at the right […]
Learn Better Lacrosse Footwork with One Simple Drill
Improve Your Movement Before You Improve Your Stick Skills Every great lacrosse player starts with strong footwork. Whether you’re sprinting to a ground ball, defending a dodging attacker, creating separation on offense, or recovering in transition, your feet are the foundation of every play. Players often spend hours practicing passing and shooting while overlooking the […]
The Attack Position Mistake Most Lacrosse Players Make
Every lacrosse player knows how it feels to be wide open — and still miss the opportunity. You receive the pass, you have a step on your defender, and the moment falls apart. The shot is late. The defender recovers. The chance is gone. Most of the time, it’s not your effort that let you […]
Fix Lacrosse Shot Accuracy with This Attack Drill
Scoring goals is the whole job for attack players — and nothing is more frustrating than creating a great opportunity and watching the shot sail wide. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Shot accuracy is one of the most common struggles for youth and high school attackers, and it almost always comes down to […]
How to Improve Lacrosse Stick Skills Fast this 2026
“Stick skills separate players who make rosters from those who start games” is the reality every coach understands when evaluating talent. Your ability to cradle, pass, and catch under pressure determines playing time more than speed or strength alone. Whether you’re preparing for tryouts, working toward varsity minutes, or pursuing college recruitment, developing elite stick […]