5, 3 man passing drill
Three-man passing drills in a short space are an essential practice tool in lacrosse, designed to sharpen players’ fundamental skills in a high-intensity, confined setting. These drills focus on improving ball control, passing accuracy, and quick stick work, all while keeping players actively engaged with minimal downtime. By simulating the tight spaces and rapid decision-making required in actual game situations, these drills help players develop the precision and agility needed to excel on the field.
Around: Player 1 picks up the ball from the ground and moves to the cone, turning around it. They pass the ball to Player 2, who returns it to Player 1. Player 1 then returns to the starting point for Player 2 to repeat the cycle.
Step Back: Player 1 runs in a straight line to the cone, makes a change of direction with an inside turn, and passes the ball to the next player to repeat the cycle.
Roll Away: Player 1 moves to the cone, makes a change of direction with an outside turn, and switches hands to pass the ball to the next player to repeat the cycle.
Split Back: Player 1 moves to the cone, makes a double change of direction (first an outside turn, then a step back), and switches hands to pass the ball to the next player to repeat the cycle.
Split Roll: Player 1 moves to the first cone, makes a change of direction with a hand switch, runs to the second cone, combines with a roll away, and finishes the drill by passing the ball to the next player
Benifits:
Increases passing accuracy: The lack of space forces players to be more precise with their passes to avoid errors and turnovers.
Develops peripheral vision: Players must constantly be aware of their teammates and defenders in a confined space, improving their ability to see and react to what is happening around them.
Encourages communication and teamwork: In a tighter environment, communication between players becomes crucial to coordinate movements and effective passes.
Simulates realistic game situations: Practicing in small spaces can replicate real game conditions where space and time are limited, better preparing players for matches.
