Fouls
Explain what 3 seconds is?
3 seconds is when a defender stands inside of the 8-meter for more than three seconds without being within a stick’s length of the player they are guarding.
Draw correct offensive spacing on the board.
2 below cage, 5 along 12 meter.
In a settled man-to-man defense, we want to stay matched up with our player while positioning ourselves between the 12-meter and the 8-meter to maintain good defensive spacing. Always stand between ball and goal.
What other sport does Coach Mike coach at Loyola. (Bonus 300 points if you can name what college he went to)
Basketball. Kennedy College in Nebraska.
In what year was America founded?
1776
How long are you removed from the game when a yellow-card occurs? And explain 1 major-foul where a yellow-card is rewarded?
You sit out for 2 minutes.
MAJOR FOULS:
- Check to head
- Cross-check
- Dangerous shot
- Slashing
- Illegal stick pocket
What are the lines called on the offense side of the field? (Where the goalie stands, and the two semi-circles)
- Crease circle
- 12 meter
- 8 meter
Communication - what are at least 3 things you should always be saying while on defense?
- "Got ball"
- "Help right"
- "Help left"
- "Crash"
- "I got two"
Where did Emily go to college? (Bonus 50 if you know what position she played - extra 50 if you know what her number was)
Gettysburg, Defense, 27.
In a website browser address bar, what does “www” stand for?
World Wide Web.
Explain what offsides is? (bonus 100 points if you can explain both scenarios)
Offsides occurs when a player crosses the restraining line before a team gains possession of the ball OR when a player crosses the restraining line and their team does not have at least four players behind the line. Meaning their is either 8 players on attack or 8 players on defense. There should only ever be 7 people across the line.
What is a free-position shot? When does it occur?
A free position is a free shot or pass given to the offense after a defensive foul occurs in the critical scoring area. The offensive player will line up on a hash mark along the 8 meter, and they are given a free lane to goal to attempt a shot.
Explain what a slide is.
when a defender leaves their assigned offensive player to stop an opponent who has just beaten their teammate and is driving toward the goal.
Where did Coach Cotten go to college? (bonus 50 for knowing what sport he played, extra 50 if you knew what his number was)
Stanford, Football, 21.
The bible.
Explain what Cross-Checking is
Cross-checking is when a player uses the shaft of their stick to push or hit an opponent’s body. Typically the shaft or stick is held horizontally when this foul occurs
What is a charge?
A charge is when an offensive player with the ball initiates dangerous or excessive contact with a defender who already has their feet set and has established defensive positioning.
Explain what Hedge-ing is and why it is important.
- Hedge-ing means the two defenders closest to ball should be sagging towards the 8 meter, and taking a step or two toward the ball carrier.
- Hedge-ing is important as it discourages the ball carrier from driving to the goal, and it makes it easier for the defender to slide if the on-ball defender gets beat.
How many state championships has Loyola Girls Lacrosse won?
16
What is the capital of Nebraska?
Lincoln
when a defender stands between the shooter and the goal inside the 8-meter without being within a stick’s length away of the player they are guarding, creating a dangerous lane for the shot.
What is the first thing you should look to do when you receive the ball while playing attack? (bonus 100 points if you can explain all the steps of a motion offense)
First thing you should be doing is looking to dodge and attack the goal. AFTER YOU PASS: Cut towards goal to see if you can get open. If the look is not open - CUT AWAY FROM BALL. You want to create space for your teammate to drive, while keeping your defender occupied. If you are off ball. Constantly move, exchange with your teammates, make cuts to goal. Keep your defenders occupied - you are easiest to guard when standing still.
What makes a check in womens lacrosse illegal? (Hint: there are 3)
- A check to the head occurs
- The ball is checked out of the opposing players stick above the shoulders. When making a check, the opponents stick must be at waist level or below
- The stick is swung in a dangerous or uncontrolled manner
What year did Girls Lacrosse become an official IHSA sport?
2018
What is the one letter in the alphabet that does not occur in any of the 50 state names.
Q.