Drill

Drills

Lacrosse

On-Ball Stick Check Timing

Land legal, well-timed checks without reaching off-balance

8 min
5 x 8 checks
Intermediate
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Shadow a dodging partner in a controlled low stance, stick in the passing lane.
  2. 2Wait for the ball-carrier's top hand to expose during a cradle.
  3. 3Deliver a quick, controlled check to the top hand or head of the stick.
  4. 4Recover your stance immediately after the check attempt.

What to focus on

Checking only when the stick is exposed, not on a fixed rhythm.

Common mistake

Reaching for a check and losing balance, opening a driving lane.