Speed Training: Learn How to Outrun the Competition
Repetition and Hard Work Develop Speed…Not Magic! As I’ve said numerous times to our players, you won’t “magically” develop a weak hand one day just by showing up for practice. You have to do the work and put in the effort to achieve the gains. This means spending hours playing catch with your buddies, banging…
Read MoreQuint: Lacrosse Fosters Life Lessons For College Athletes
Those who excel invest extra hours into their craft. The lazy and uncommitted sink deep on the bench.
Read More2016 Research Report Summarizes Safety Findings — US Lacrosse blogs
In 2016, the Center partially or fully funded six research studies, and produced a year-end report to summarize the findings. Research areas included impact sensors, injury surveillance, lower extremity injury risk reduction, head impacts and playing time.
Read MoreThe History of Lacrosse: From Baggataway to Today — New York Lizards Blog
The history of lacrosse stretches back well before the birth of America. Modern day lax is the descendant of a recreational activity invented by the Native Americans.
Read MoreRules, Rules, Rules! Interpretations for 2017
Coaches and Players, There are multiple rules changes and new interpretations that will impact the 2017 Season. Get smart on them now. Here is a 15 minute video that highlights some key points of emphasis for Boys High School. Points of Emphasis Coaches and Team Area Defenseless Hits Blindside Hits Mouthpieces Reminder of Crosse Change…
Read MoreMy Thoughts on Player Expectations
This year I intend to spend a lot of time with our coaching staff, parents and players talking about Character. Thanks to my friends at the Positivity Project (Mike Erwin and Jeff Bryan), for loaning me some great materials about Character Strengths that I intend to incorporate into our coaching philosophy and training approach. For those…
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