Wall Ball

Wall ball is the ultimate equalizer in lacrosse. It is the most effective way to build the muscle memory required to handle a stick instinctively. This is the gold standard for the lacrosse skill development and irreplaceable at the youth, high school or college level.

Every youth and high school player should have a goal leading up to the Spring season to spend 15 minutes a day on Wall Ball. This can be at a Wall like you would find at LHS, Ainsworth, Chapman or Forest Park Elementary or on a bounce-back at home. Any concrete wall that is 10-15 feet tall should work!

Youth Parents: If you are going to invest the time, resources and effort in having your son or daughter play LYL, make the upfront investment in Wall Ball to ensure they have the necessary skills to properly enjoy the sport and season!

1. The Beginner Plan: "The Foundation"

Goal: Develop consistent overhand mechanics and eliminate the "fear" of the ball.

• Duration: 15–20 minutes.
• Focus: Catching in "the box" (the area next to your ear) and reaching for the ball.
• Right Hand (Overhand) // 50 Reps // Focus on a "snap" of the top wrist.
• Left Hand (Overhand)// 50 Reps // Match your right hand's footwork.
• Catch & Cradle // 25 Reps // Give one "feel" cradle after every catch to settle the ball.
• Hand Switches // 25 Reps // Throw right, catch, switch hands, throw left.

2. Intermediate and Advance Plans: "The Rhythm"

Goal: Increase hand speed and introduce different release points.

• Duration: 20 minutes
• Quick Sticks (Right / Left ) // 50 Reps // Catch and release immediately with no cradle.
• Sidearm (R/L) // 25 Reps // Drop your hands to a 45-degree angle; keep the release crisp.
• One-Handed (R/L) // 25 Reps // Choke up to the middle of the shaft; builds forearm strength.
• Shuffle Passes // 40 Reps // Shuffle parallel to the wall while throwing and catching.
• Cross-Body Catch // 30Reps // Throw right, but catch the ball on your left side (without switching hands).