The Flat Break
The flat break refers to a specific type of fast break play that occurs when a team gains possession of the ball on defense and quickly transitions to offense. The objective of the flat break is to capitalize on the sudden change of possession and catch the opposing defense off guard, creating a numerical advantage […]
Is the Transition Role Being Implemented in Field Lacrosse?
For indoor lacrosse, the transition position is a staple. With the condensed field size and on the fly substitutions, moving from defense to offense happens in seconds. Zach Currier, Challen Rogers, and Jordan MacIntosh are a few names who have dominated in this role in the NLL. As the PLL’s fourth season is beginning to […]
Fast Break Goals: Lacrosse Shot Clock Poll
The new shot clock rule is supposed to help speed up the game of college lacrosse. But will the changes have an impact on transition and fast breaks? Or will it only impact settled six on six situations?
My Harebrained Thoughts On Speeding Up The Game
Matt Rowley, our newest contributor, has some ideas that would speed up the game, and encourage pressure, transition and more speed for a game that is slowly dying at the hands of hyper-controlling head coaches.