The Box and One

The “Box and One” is a specialized man-down defense strategy used in lacrosse to defend against an extra-man offensive unit when the opposing team has a player advantage due to a penalty. This strategy is designed to limit the effectiveness of the offensive players by combining a zone defense with individual marking. It’s a more […]

Dissecting the 1-4-1

Boston Terriers defeat No. 2 Loyola Greyhounds

This weeks coaches corner is going to talk about one of the most used offenses in lacrosse, the 1-4-1. This is an offense used at various levels. It is often used as a type of Zone Buster, since there are two players inside on the crease. It is also used because it forces defenses to […]

Steve Beville and the Cortland Red Dragons

For the first time in a long time the Cortland Red Dragons will be looking for a new head coach. Longtime coach Steve Beville announced his retirement earlier this month after a 17-year run. A significant announcement for many reasons, this puts an end to one of the more remarkable coaching runs. Beville is the […]

The 10 Man Ride – Everyone’s Doing It, Should You?

10 man ride

The 10 Man Ride is a strategy that involves pressuring the opposing team’s clearing attempts. This has become very popular in recent years. Mainly because of the ability to force turnovers and create scoring opportunities. In a 10 Man Ride, all ten players including the goalie actively participate in the ride. A traditional ride typically […]

Defending the Invert

Defending the invert offense requires a coordinated team effort, effective communication, and an understanding of defensive principles. It can be very similar to how you play a two man game, but there are differences to be aware of. The invert offense involves an attackman or midfielder initiating the offense from behind the goal. This is […]

The Backer Zone and the NYiT Run

In the second installment of our Summer Coaching Series, we’re going to do a deep dive into the Backer Zone. Most teams regardless of level have some sort of zone defense in their arsenal, and here we will look at one specific type. The Backer Zone is a defensive strategy that is used to protect […]

Defending the Two Man Game

Over the last decade the shot clock has made offenses shift their mentality dramatically in how they attack defenses. You’ve seen it all week at the World Championships especially with Team Canada. Defending the two man game has become something that all defenses have to have a plan for because of this. Lacrosse has utilized […]

Salisbury Coach Jim Berkman: Mount Rushmore of Coaches

When people talk about the elite college lacrosse programs, they often mention Salisbury University and its dominance over Division III since the early 90s. Part of the reason for that was the arrival of Jim Berkman to Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The man in charge quickly built the Sea Gulls into a national power, and Salisbury […]

Bill Tierney Set to Retire After the 2023 Season

“When you know, you know.” Denver Men’s Lacrosse Coach and Hall of Famer Bill Tierney announced that the 2023 season would be his last on Thursday night. Coach Tierney coached for 48 years at two high schools and four colleges. His numbers alone would put him among the Mount Rushmore of lacrosse coaches. Denver’s press […]

Improve Your Lacrosse Game in December

December is the loneliest month. Let’s take a look at December, and the time period between final exams and the first day of practice in January. “We don’t get a chance to be with the guys in December, because of finals,” said UNC Head Coach, Joe Breschi. “We hope to maintain through voluntary workouts what we’ve […]

Who Is in Charge of Growing the Game of Lacrosse?

Why does it seem like many athletes play lacrosse in high school and college and then turn their backs on the sport when they hang up their stick? “My feeling is after they are done playing they get caught up in their own careers, marriage or relationships, and kids. If their kids or younger family […]

Best of the Quintessential Lacrosse Podcast

Lacrosse All Stars produces a weekly podcast, the Quintessential Lacrosse Podcast. Catchy name right? I host and speak with different personalities that include college coaches, pro players, PLL coaches, women’s stars, and media members. The weekly episodes are 30 minutes in length, and are uploaded to just about anywhere you can find podcasts. This week’s […]