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Lacrosse Coaching 401 (EDEX 276)

This course will not be offered after the Summer 2014 term.  Click here for more details.

Course Overview

3 Semester Hours of Credit

In Lacrosse Coaching 401, coaches will use instructional DVD's, a course textbook, and ancillary research to gain knowledge of the game and assimilate concepts instrumental to becoming a successful lacrosse coach. With guidance from a collection of some of the premier coaches in the sport, you will progress through topics such as "Developing a Philosophy," "Specialties: Man-Up & Man-Down," "Transition," "Planning Practice," and "Managing the Game." Please note: Although some information is universal, this course is specific to men's lacrosse.

Instructor

Jim Berkman, Head Men's Lacrosse Coach, Salisbury University

Textbook

Urick, David (2008). Lacrosse: Fundamentals for Winning. Lanham, MD: Time Inc.

Additional Resources

US Lacrosse – www.uslacrosse.org

Inside Lacrosse – www.insidelacrosse.com

LaxPower – www.laxpower.com

Lacrosse Playground – www.lacrosseplayground.com

E-Lacrosse – www.e-lacrosse.com

Course Goals

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Identify the schemes and strategies used by premier lacrosse coaches.
• Apply the specific schemes and strategies to a lacrosse program.
• Reflect on the advantages and disadvantages of specific ideas.
• Understand the importance of adapting your system to the current state of lacrosse (i.e. Rule Changes, Personnel, etc.).
• Develop a personal coaching philosophy.

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