Straight up, I’m obsessed with dodging.
Dodging is the most electrifying skill in lacrosse.
It’s the moment where the game becomes a bit personal – attacker versus defender – the battle of footwork, timing, deception, and confidence.
And in a few explosive seconds, everything matters.
I’m obsessed with dodging. Not just because it’s so dynamic or fun to watch, but because it represents mastery of movement and ownership of the matchup.
Dodging is where creativity meets biomechanics; art meets science.
And if you’re serious about becoming an elite lacrosse player, you should be obsessed with dodging too.
1. Dodging is a Performance Weapon
A great dodge can create space out of nowhere, collapse an entire defense, and change the flow of the game.
It’s not just about beating your defender – it’s about breaking the defense.
The best dodgers don’t just make a move; they make things happen.
2. Dodging is Highly Trainable
Some people think you’re either quick or you’re not. You’re a natural Dodger or you’re not.
But dodging is a skill – which means it can be trained and developed. Sure it comes easier to some but with the right drills, footwork, and mindset, you can learn to become dynamic, elusive, and explosive.
It’s all trainable.
You can develop change of direction, speed, proper angles, and deception.
3. Dodging is Supreme-Confidence
Dodging builds swagger. It teaches you to take risks, to go one-on-one, to trust your training.
It builds the kind of confidence that transcends every other part of your game – and your life.
4. Dodging is Insanely Fun!
Let’s be honest – “breaking ankles” feels good. It’s fun.
Selling a hesitation step, skip step or pulling off a perfect question mark dodge, these are some of the most satisfying and thrilling parts of lacrosse.
The joy of creating your own path to goal or winning your iso matchup?
It’s pure magic.
5. Dodging is Human Expression
No two players dodge the same. Your dodge becomes your fingerprint. Your signature.
Two dodgers can be similar – but they are different.
It’s where your personality, instincts, and athleticism collide.
It’s one of the few areas where you get to write your own story.
My Promise to Every Athlete I Work With…
If you fall in love with dodging – if you commit to mastering the footwork, learning the angles, embracing the struggle – you’ll become a different player.
A smarter player. A more dynamic and dangerous player.
So yeah, I’m obsessed with dodging.
And if you’re serious about becoming unstoppable…
You should be too.
Coach Scott is a passionate lacrosse dodging coach who specializes in teaching players how to break down defenders with precision, speed, and creativity – through dodging. With a background as a former sports physical therapist, speed and strength specialist, Scott blends biomechanics, footwork, and game IQ to help athletes master the art of dodging. His coaching focuses on movement efficiency, deception, and confidence – empowering players to consistently win their matchups and become dominant threats on offense.
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