How to be truly elite

1. By Jake Schultz How to be truly elite

2. Originally invented by native American tribes the game was a simulated war and many played it before war. • Played on a field that could range way longer than todays game that was shaped by French colonists and turned into the game we know today • Known as the creators game to the natives • To be good at the game you need to know the game knowing the origins is important because it gives you a level of appreciation not everyone has. So read up origins

3. Keeping healthy is key to lacrosse. After working out eat protein and before as well it will give you energy and develop your muscles. • The average teen requires 8 to 9 hours of sleep during training and lacrosse season you need at least 9 to 11 hours so you can be fully energized to deal with the hard schedule lacrosse gives you. Health life, good skills

4. 3 keys Speed, Strength ,Skill Those 3 keys to becoming elite will make you a much better lacrosse player no matter how much experience you have. Becoming elite

5. The quicker the better ,speed is vital to all positions in lacrosse Drills If you are not naturally fast it is vital to run and condition every day if you want to take you r game to the next level go running every day with this plan To start out go and run a quarter of a mile and every day go farther and farther as you progress this will make you faster have better stamina and give you one of the tools to become elite Speed

6. The stronger the better in lax strength = Power , toughness and a rocket shot Get in the weight room as much as possible in the offseason doing squats and working on your leg and arm strength is vital. Getting stronger will give you harder hits, better ground balls and a rocket shot Strength

7. Lacrosse is not a game were you can just walk in and pick up skills quickly also you need to keep current with your skills Drills for offensive attackmen and midfielder= throw the ball of a wall or bounce back everyday this will keep your catching good. Everyday if you have a net shoot and as you do it every day try to switch it up by using both hands trying more complex shots such as a behind the back or a crank which will make you a master of the shot Drills for the defense=throw the ball on the wall just like a offensemen would do and do not use a long pole a short pole will help you develop your skills .Also for a defensemen constantly work on your footwork by doing foot frills such as high knees and karaoke's there are many more as well this will help you stay topside against your attackmen so they cant burn passed you. Skill

8. And remember Speed, Strength and Skill…..

9. To be good at lacrosse you cant just be fast and skilled you also need to know the game and the rules this is what you need: • Give the ref respect and only speak when spoken to. • Never talk to your opponents if you do you might fight and you will be ejected. • Never hit out of frustration that will make you reckless and it could very easily end up in the penalty. I.Q

10. If you want to become known and elevate your game go to a travel team you will go to many tournaments with scouts from colleges and elite prep schools around the country • Go to a combine when you feel that your at that level and get your self evaluated • Join a recruiting site. • Getting exposure will help you gain self confidence and make you play with more confidence Exposure