Drill

Drills

Lacrosse

Goalie Clearing Outlet Reps

Turn a save into a fast, accurate clear

8 min
5 x 8 save-to-clear reps
Intermediate

Why this drill

Builds toward turn a save into a fast, accurate clear.

Instructions

  1. 1Make a save from a shooter, then immediately scan the field for outlets.
  2. 2Identify the breaking defender or midfielder within one second of the save.
  3. 3Deliver an accurate outlet pass rather than a rushed clear up the middle.
  4. 4Sprint to support the clear after releasing the pass.

What to focus on

Scanning the field immediately after the save, before settling the stick.

Recommended reps

5 x 8 save-to-clear reps

Common mistake

Panicking and throwing a rushed clear up the middle into pressure.