Are your offensive plays falling flat when facing tough defenders? Even the most talented lacrosse players need structured practice to sharpen their attacking skills. Whether you’re preparing for your upcoming season or looking to elevate your game this summer, implementing targeted offensive lacrosse drills can transform your attack from predictable to unstoppable.

Here are three offensive strategy drills that will strengthen your attack and leave defenders scrambling.

3 Lacrosse Drills to Strengthen Your Attack

The 3-2-1 Progression Drill

This focuses on building offensive momentum through progressive passing and movement.

How to execute:

• Set up three attackers against two defenders plus a goalie
• Begin with attackers positioned in a triangle formation
• Execute at least three passes before attempting a shot
• After each successful goal, remove one defender
• Once you’re down to one defender, focus on exploiting the numerical advantage
• Rotate players every five minutes

The 3-2-1 Progression teaches critical offensive skills: recognizing numerical advantages, maintaining proper spacing, and capitalizing on defensive breakdowns. Players learn to be patient while identifying the perfect scoring opportunity rather than forcing low-percentage shots.

The Gauntlet Dodge Drill

Dodging defenders is essential for creating scoring opportunities. This drill helps you improve on those movements.

How to execute:

• Set up four defenders in a line, spaced five yards apart
• Position an attacker with a ball at one end
• The attacker must dodge past each defender consecutively
• Focus on changing speeds and directions between each dodge
• Once past all defenders, finish with a shot on goal
• Track success rates and set improvement goals

This develops your ability to string together multiple dodges – a crucial skill when facing sliding defenses. You’ll improve your acceleration, deceleration, and directional changes while maintaining ball control throughout the entire sequence.

The Quick Release Finishing Drill

Even the best offensive strategy falls short without being able to finish confidently. This drill sharpens your shooting skills while under pressure.

How to execute:

• Position a feeder behind the goal
• Place five attackers around the perimeter
• The feeder passes to each attacker in rapid succession
• Attackers must catch and shoot within one second
• Vary the passes (high, low, bouncing) to simulate game conditions
• Complete three rounds, tracking shooting percentage improvements

You’ll dramatically improve your catch-and-release time while maintaining shooting accuracy. The one-second limit forces players to prepare themselves properly before receiving the pass – exactly what’s needed in game situations.

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