Triangle Passing Drill
Objective:
The Triangle Passing Drill is a great warm-up exercise for improving stickwork and passing accuracy. It’s suitable for lacrosse players of all ages as it helps enhance coordination and speed in passing while working on movement and communication.
Exercise Description:
The drill is performed by forming a triangle with three players. Each player positions themselves at a vertex of the triangle, maintaining a comfortable yet challenging distance from each other. The goal is to pass the ball continuously between the three players while staying in motion and focusing on the precision of the passes.
Instructions:
Starting Position: Three players form an equidistant triangle.
Pass and Move: One player passes the ball to the player directly in front of them, then runs to take the position of the player who just received the pass, maintaining proper spacing.
Constant Rotation: Players should move quickly and rotate positions after every pass, ensuring the ball stays in motion and there are no pauses.
Variations: As players improve, variations can be added, such as making the passes faster, changing the direction of passes, or even using a second ball to make the drill more challenging.
Benefits:
Enhances passing accuracy and the ability to read the game.
Develops off-ball movement skills.
Encourages teamwork and constant communication between players.
Increases agility and coordination in passing situations.
Tips:
Focus on making accurate passes, especially when doing long or difficult passes.
Practice maintaining a good passing angle to avoid lost passes or uncomfortable catches.
If your skills are advanced, try adding a second ball to the drill to increase difficulty.
This drill is versatile and can be adapted to the player’s skill level. By adding variations, it stays challenging and helps players continually improve their stickwork and passing skills on the move.
