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Defensive Skills - (Winter 2025)


  • MAVERICKS TRAINING FACILITY 876 North Lenola Road Moorestown, NJ, 08057 United States (map)
 
 

Coaches: Brett Wojtkowiak & Matt Wilson, Chris Stahl

Down Poles, LSM, D mid

  • Stickwork

  • Footwork/Body Positioning

  • Takeaway checks

  • Defensive IQ - Alleys, Wings and X

  • Live drills to rep game situations

 

Defensive skills training is geared to focus on the skills and technique to be a great defenseman. Each class will have a different focus, with an emphasis on footwork, stick-work, and take-away checks. Every few weeks we’ll bring offense and defense together to implement live drills (contact and non contact).

  • Skills-Driven, Small Groups:
    Our small group setting ensures defenders receive individualized attention, focusing on game-specific skills like stick checks, slides, and recoveries.

    NCAA-Experienced Coaches:
    Our defensive coaches have NCAA experience, providing expert guidance to develop effective, confident defenders ready for any challenge.

    The Importance of Consistent Training:
    Defensive success depends on repetition and focused training, building critical habits like positioning, footwork, and communication over time.

    Limitations of Club Practices:
    Club sessions often focus on team defense and large group drills, leaving limited time for individual defenders to hone their specific skills.

Schedule & Details

Tuesdays: January 7th - February 25th

Location: Total Turf (Pitman, NJ) – Directions

Setting: Outdoor turf field with lights.

Focus: A combination of skills training and live reps, designed to replicate game scenarios and prepare players for real-game situations.

Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM

  • Middle School | High School

    • Capped at 12 Middle School & High School Offensive players.

High School and Middle School groups will train on separate sides of the field for specialized attention.

  • In the event of inclement weather during outdoor sessions at Total Turf:

    • Indoor Backup Plan: If space is available, the session will be moved indoors to either a turf field or court.

    • Refund Policy: If indoor space is not available, we will issue a refund for that session.

    Players should come prepared for colder temperatures by wearing appropriate layers, including sweatshirts and sweatpants. Sessions will only be canceled under the following conditions:

    • Temperatures fall below 30°F or the wind chill is below 30°F.

    • Persistent rain impacts field conditions or safety.

    We’ll notify players and parents in advance if a session needs to be canceled or moved indoors due to weather.

Cost:

  • Single Sessions: $40 | Monthly Package: $140 for 4 sessions

  • Full Package: $240

Registration ends December 30th


Wednesdays: January 8th - February 26th

Location: Mavericks Training Facility (Moorestown) – Directions

Setting: Indoor training facility.

Focus: Skills training and live reps to build lacrosse IQ and enhance key offensive skills.

Time: 4:30 - 6:00 PM

  • Middle School | High School

    • Capped at 12 Middle School & High School Defensive players.

High School and Middle School groups will train on separate sides of the field for specialized attention.


Cost:

  • Single Sessions: $50 | Monthly Package: $160 for 4 sessions

  • Full Package: $280 for all 8 sessions

Registration ends December 30th


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Offensive Skills Training - Session 2 (Winter 25)