Tips For The Beginner Lacrosse Player

When starting anything new, it can be frustrating!! Trying to figure out the technique, learning the lingo, pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone…all of these things can be overwhelming! Here are a few tips to ensure the sanity and continued growth of your beginner lacrosse players.

1. Master the basics- Too many times, we get way too ahead of ourselves and self destruct because we fall short of our expectations. In the beginning set your expectations low, and master the basics. It is impossible to play lacrosse if you cannot catch, cradle and throw so master those first!
2. Get comfortable with the stick- Would you rather have a player that is a great athlete but can’t catch and throw with a stick, or someone with a great stick but lacks athleticism? A good coach takes the person with the great stick.  It is the absolute X factor in this game and the fastest way to get comfortable with the stick is to use it!!
3. Be consistent- The more you have the stick in your hands, the more comfortable you will be. Find a few drills that you like, and do them over and over. Repetition and muscle memory are key to mastering the basics so that you can get comfortable and take the next step in your game

​If you follow these three tips, I guarantee you will see an improvement in your son’s game over a 2-3 month period.  Please feel free to email me with any questions or success stories at boyslacrosse@perfect-performancenova.com.  

Prepare To Perform, 
​Coach Young