Jail Break
Source:
US Lacrosse
This objective of this game is to help teach clearing, movement without the ball to open space and communication to support teammates in a constraints-based manner.
Drill Description:
• 7 players start in the goal circle
• Coach shoots ball or rolls it to goalie
• Players break out and goalie clears to player on goal line extended
• Players break into spots and pass ball to next player up field
• Goalie follows play by 10-15 yards in middle of field. Follow as far as comfort level
• Finish at opposite goal or half field
• How quickly can they get the ball to the goal
• How many passes can they complete in a row
Variations
DRILL PROGRESSIONS:
1. Must go to a different spot each break
2. Must make a back pass and switch fields at least once
3. Layer in defenders (start with 4 and add)
4. Defenders must cover a different player on each break out
The game can be played with or without sticks. Try using a mini soccer ball or football to focus
on movement and positioning without the worry of dropping passes.
Skills Practiced:
Passing, movement