Kathleen O.

Villanova University youth lacrosse camps and clinics. Oak Knoll High school (NJ) volunteer coach for varsity and JV. Experience with 1v1 lessons with players ages 10-18 years old.

Villanova CAREER: Midfielder saw action in 52 games with 39 starts… Registered 27 goals and 10 assists…Scooped up 50 ground balls and has earned 45 draw controls.

OAK KNOLL High School: Three year varsity member of the field hockey and lacrosse teams ... Team MVP in 2011 ... Was upgraded from the freshman squad to the varsity team for the state tournament ... Honored with All Prep Honorable Mention in 2014 ... Prep Champion in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 ... Group One State Champion and Sectional Champion in 2013 ... 2014 Sectional Champion ... Four year member of Building Blocks Lacrosse Club Team

As a former D1 player at the midfield, I have an abundance of experience on both offense and defense. Depending on the player's position/interests, these training sessions will be customized:

Duration: 1 hour
Warm-up (10 minutes):**
- Dynamic stretches and light jogging to increase blood flow and flexibility.
- Quick stickhandling drills to get players comfortable with their sticks.

**Skill Development (20 minutes): Shooting Technique**
1. **Fundamental Shooting Mechanics (5 minutes):**
- Review proper grip and hand placement on the stick.
- Emphasize correct body positioning and stance.

2. **Stationary Shooting (10 minutes):**
- Have the player practice shooting from a stationary position.
- Focus on a strong follow-through, transferring weight, and generating power from the hips.

3. **Shooting on the Move (5 minutes):**
- Incorporate footwork by having the player shoot while moving laterally.
- Encourage maintaining balance and accuracy while in motion.

**Drills (20 minutes): Shooting Accuracy and Decision-Making**
1. **Target Practice (10 minutes):**
- Set up targets in different corners of the net.
- Have the player aim for specific targets while shooting from various distances.
- Rotate targets to challenge different angles.

2. **Defensive Pressure Drill (10 minutes):**
- Introduce a defender to apply pressure during shooting.
- Help the player practice shooting under defensive pressure, improving accuracy even when contested.
3. Defenders: 1v1 defensive skill
- Foot work, stick and body positioning

**Game Situations (10 minutes): Implementing Skills in a Game Context**
1. **1v1 Shooting Game (5 minutes):**
- Create a mini-game where the player takes on a defender and attempts to score.
- Focus on using learned techniques while reading the defender's movements.

2. **Small-Sided Scrimmage (5 minutes):**
- Join the player for a small scrimmage (2v2 or 3v3) to practice shooting in a realistic game situation.
- Encourage using the newly developed skills and decision-making abilities.

**Cool-down (5 minutes):**
- Light stretching to prevent muscle soreness and improve flexibility.
- Recap the session, highlighting improvements and areas for continued practice.

**Homework (5 minutes):**
- Assign specific drills to practice before the next session, focusing on identified areas of improvement.
- Encourage the player to maintain a practice journal to track progress.

Throughout the session, provide constant feedback, positive reinforcement, and corrections as needed. The goal is to help the player build confidence in their offensive/defensive technique and decision-making abilities, while also enjoying the learning process. Adapt the session plan based on the player's skill level and progress.