Team sport played with a lacrosse stick and ball, combining elements of various sports
Defensive player next to ball carrier
Dodge along sideline using space
Pass that directly leads to goal
Power dodge straight to goal
Legal defensive contact with stick or body
Moving ball from defensive to offensive end
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Legal defensive contact with stick or body
Example: "Clean check stripped the ball"
Moving ball from defensive to offensive end
Example: "The clear broke their press"
Rocking motion to keep ball secure in stick
Example: "Cradle the ball while running"
Quick movement to get open for pass
Example: "Cut to the ball aggressively"
Goalkeeper preventing goal attempt
Example: "The save kept them in the game"
Half-court offense against set defense
Example: "Be patient in settled offense"
Shooting or passing motion from side
Example: "Sidearm release was deceptive"
Defensive rotation to provide help
Example: "The slide came perfectly"
Equipment with netted head used to catch, carry, and throw ball
Example: "Choose a stick appropriate for your position"
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