defense

Maverik Lacrosse Releases Maverik U with Kyle Sweeney

By Lacrosse Playground | April 8, 2012 |
NEW YORK, April 07, 2012 – Maverik Lacrosse today released "Wing Play" the latest instructional video in the Maverik University video series starring 2011 MLL Champion and 2010 Team USA World Champion member, Kyle Sweeney. Read More...

Warrior Krypto Pro Diamond Shaft

By Lacrosse Playground | March 28, 2012 |
The most popular version in the Krypto Pro Series is the Krypto Pro Diamond Shaft. Often imitated never duplicated, Warrior’s exclusive Diamond texture gives you superior grip throughout the entire length of the shaft. Krypto Pro Alloy is one of the lightest handles on the planet. Available in all lengths as well as a variety of colorways.

Maverik Lacrosse Releases Maverik U with Joe Cinosky

By Lacrosse Playground | March 26, 2012 |
NEW YORK, March 26, 2012 – Maverik Lacrosse today released "Defending GLE" the latest instructional video in the Maverik University video series starring standout MLL/NLL defenseman, Minnesota Head Coach and founder of Lakeshore Lacrosse, Joe Cinsoky. Read More...

The Art Of The Slide

By Lacrosse Playground | November 22, 2011 |
Playing the position of defense in lacrosse is based on technique and foot positioning. Defense, particularly in lacrosse, involves adjusting and reacting to the offensive player's move. The man with the ball always knows his next move. It's up to the defenseman to catch on to it. If you catch on too late, then you may cost your team a goal. Read More...

Merrill is MLL Defensive POY for Sixth Straight Season, Video

By Lacrosse Playground | August 25, 2011 |
BOSTON -- Major League Lacrosse announced Wednesday that Hamilton Nationals defenseman Brodie Merrill has been selected as the 2011 Warrior Defensive Player of the Year, according to MLL Commissioner David Gross. The award was based on the votes submitted by the head coaches and general manager of each of the league's six teams. Read More...

Joel White Talks Defense at Rhino Lacrosse Camp

By Lacrosse Playground | June 23, 2011 |
Syracuse All-American LSM Joel White talks defense at Ryan Powell's Rhino Lacrosse Camp in West Linn, Oregon. White knows a thing or two, especially since he was originally a U-19 member and top high school recruit as a short-stick middie. Playa can ball. Keep Reading...

Brett Hughes: Tips for Playing Defense in Lacrosse

By Lacrosse Playground | October 19, 2010 |
STX promo player, Brett Hughes, took some time to give pointers to kids who attended the LXM PRO clinics prior to the game. Brett shows attendees how to play defense in lacrosse.

Video: STX Lacrosse x Dealing with a Slide/Double Team

By Lacrosse Playground | October 13, 2010 |
STX Promo players Kyle Harrison and Steven Brooks discuss how to deal with a slide/double team.

Video: Bobby Horsey Explains Dealing With Pressure

By Lacrosse Playground | September 22, 2010 |
Bobby Horsey of Kudda Sports and The Landon School for Boys explains how to deal with pressure from your defenseman. He's more than qualified to teach these dodging techniques after his experience with Loyola University (formerly Loyola College) and various MLL teams.

Grip ‘N Rip: Ned Bowen

By Lacrosse Playground | September 14, 2010 |
Lacrosse Playground, every once in awhile, features a different lacrosse athlete as part of our series, where we’ll find out what the best use to fine tune their game. Today we feature former UVA standout and current LXM PRO defenseman, Ned Bowen.

Highlight Reels of the 2010 MLL All-Star Team

By Lacrosse Playground | June 22, 2010 |
The MLL All-Stars are going to take on Team USA July 8 in Beantown. Cop the highlight reels of the players by position thanks to LaxUnited.com. Videos...

Grip ‘N Rip: Jeremy Hirsch

By Lacrosse Playground | January 27, 2010 |
Each week Lacrosse Playground will be featuring a different lacrosse athlete as part of our “Grip ‘N Rip” series, where we’ll find out what the best use to fine tune their game. This week we are featuring Princeton senior defenseman and recently named captain, Jeremy Hirsch. Check out what he uses to bring the pain. More after the jump.