Hot Lacrosse How-Tos

How To: Cradle the ball in lacrosse

Here's a step by step breakdown of how to cradle the ball with your stick in lacrosse.

How To: Practice the solo run in hurling

This introduction to the solo run is a great skill in hurling where the ball is balanced on the end of the stick to maintain possession.

How To: Practice the ground strike on the run skill in hurling

Check out this hurling videos that covers common errors and how to correct them when players learn to strike the ball on the ground while on the run.

How To: Practice conditioning games for hurling

These hurling conditioned games help players learn the skills of hurling that involve interaction with other players.

How To: Practice hand passing in hurling

This hurling video covers common errors and how to fix them when learning the hand pass in hurling.

How To: Practice the lift & strike skills in hurling

Check out these hurling drills for practicing the lift and striking directly off the hurley.

How To: Learn hurling skills, equipment, and training basics

Check out these general tips to get the most out of your hurling training program.

How To: Practice advanced technical drills in hurling

Practice advanced technical drills for training in the fastest field game in the world: hurling.

How To: String a lacrosse head expertly and quickly

This video is a complete guide on how you can string the head of a lacrosse stick easily and quickly. You don't need very much - just your equipment and some string the proper gauge. Then just follow along with the steps outlined in the video.

How To: String a lacrosse stick

In order to play a great game of lacrosse, your stick needs to be in top shape. How better to teach you to string your stick than a pro? Follow this tutorial, and you will be playing like a major leaguer in no time!

How To: Practice overhead batting in hurling

This is an introduction to overhead batting, i.e. blocking an incoming high ball. This is a defensive move in hurling.

How To: Practice striking the ball from the hand in hurling

This video shows you how to correct common errors made when striking the ball from the hand in hurling.

How To: Practice Camogie wall drills in hurling

A selection of wall drills for honing your hurling / camogie skills. All you need is a ball, a stick, and a wall. You can practice and experiment, especially when there's nobody watching. That's where you truly master the skills of the game.

How To: Learn the basics of lacrosse for beginners

Are you thinking about trying out for your school's lacrosse team? Or just interested in taking up the very physical sport? Then this lacrosse video is the place to start on your journey. Check out the video to learn the basics of lacrosse, a game which combines elements from socker, hockey, and basketball.

How To: Hold a lacrosse stick properly

Check out this instructional lacrosse video that demonstrates how to hold a lacrosse stick. Holding a lacrosse stick correctly involves adjusting the hands for catching, cradling and passing. Learn how to hold a lacrosse stick in this video.

How To: Pass the ball in lacrosse

Check out this instructional lacrosse video that demonstrates how to pass the ball in lacrosse. Passing in lacrosse is similar to pitching in baseball. There are important mechanics and skills required. Learn how to pass in lacrosse in this video.

How To: Play lacrosse for beginners

Whether you're interested in trying out for the lacrosse team for your school or would like to brush up on basic positions and responsibilities, this video offers a great run through of the most basic elements of lacrosse. The four lacrosse positions will be covered: Midfielders, attack men, goalies, and defensemen.

How To: Shoot a lacrosse ball

Check out this instructional lacrosse video that demonstrates how to shoot a lacrosse ball. Shooting a lacrosse ball requires detailed technique and much practice to perfect. Learn how to shoot a lacrosse ball in this video.

How To: Play women's lacrosse

Lacrosse is very popular sport that was invented by Native Americans. From cradling the ball to passing, shooting and checking, learn all about how to play women's lacrosse, and get expert tips on lacrosse rules and game play, in this free educational sports video series.

How To: Play lacrosse

Learn how to play the game of lacrosse including the essential equipment used, basic rules and penalties explained, beginner moves and techniques and more in these free instructional sports videos.

How To: Teach defense in lacrosse

In lacrosse, defense means much more than just checking, in fact check defense is not recognized in various college ball games. Footwork and position are the key and in this instructional video, learn how to teach defense in lacrosse to young players. Ideally, players play defense by using the stub of the lacrosse stick and using their body. This tutorial covers the poke check, slap check, and the lift check. Teach defense in lacrosse.

How To: Dye a fade speckled dye to a lacrosse head

Watch how to dye a speckled fade dye for the head portion of a lacrosse stick in this tutorial. Personalize your lacrosse stick and make it stand out from everyone else's. Quick and easy to learn.

How To: Dye a lacrosse head

Play lacrosse? This instructional video shows you how to dye your lax head and make it stand out from the rest of your team's. Easy to make and looks great.

How To: Do a lacrosse shooting drill

Kyle Harrison's lacrosse shooting drill consists of split dodging from right to left and shooting on the run, then switch to a different shot.

How To: Face-off in lacrosse

Paul Cantabene teaches you his three best face off techniques. First learn how to hold your stick and the proper stance. Also includes the down the line clamp, the top, and the rake.

How To: Scoop ground balls in lacrosse

Learn how to pick up ground balls with your stick in lacrosse.

How To: Shoot from the attack position

Jesse Hubbard discusses the mechanics of shooting and discusses and illustrates the different lacrosse shots. These are the sidearm shot, the 3/4 arm shot, sidearm shot, overhand shot and outside shot, and bounce shot. He also discusses how to shoot on the run. Tips appear throughout the video in the form of pop-ups and are summarized with sidebars.

How To: Play one on one defense

John Gagliardi discusses and illustrates how to play one on one defense. He discusses positioning, footwork, defensive stick work, the v-hold and how to push out. These are summarized with a sidebar on the screen. If you are new to the game, or just need some tips or review, this video is sure to help.