Wall Ball Fundamentals
Stick Skills
Legend
- player
- ball
- movement path
How it works
Develop throwing and catching accuracy through repetitive wall ball practice at short and medium distance.
What you need
- lacrosse stick
- lacrosse ball
- wall
Your focus
Wall ball is the highest-repetition stick skill training method available. Consistent wall ball practice at the beginner level builds the throwing mechanics, soft hands, and eye-hand coordination that underlie all passing and catching skills.
Player stands 8 yards from wall.
Throw overhand at a target on the wall and catch the rebound in a natural position.
Alternate dominant and non-dominant hand every 10 catches.
Complete 100 total wall ball reps in each session.
Goal
It's working when at least 15 out of 20 passes hit the wall and come back catchably, not perfect, but consistent enough to build on.
Helpful cues
- Throw at the same spot every time, consistency beats power
- Catch with soft hands, give a little to receive the ball smoothly
- Non-dominant hand feels awkward at first, that's normal; keep going
Adjust the challenge
Make it easier
Strip it back
Stand 5 yards from wall; use a larger target.
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Add the next challenge
Increase to 15 yards; add a specified catch-and-quick-release without extra cradling.No account needed
Build a practice plan
Add drills, keep the plan in this browser, then share a link with your staff or parents.This library helps you find the right drill. Inside UpLVL the right drill finds the player.
This library helps you find the right drill. Inside UpLVL the right drill finds the player.After every practice, UpLVL automatically surfaces the drills each player needs to work on most. See it for yourself.