Can you give some pointers on how to be a good lacrosse goalie?

Answer by  sabozeka (611)

Always wear a cup. Agood goalie always knows wear the ball is located. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and your knees bent.Keep your top hand thumb at eye level and the top of your stick head level with the cross bar.

Answer by  ronnieradke (12)

First you have to have a short memory. You cant save every goal so you cant let it get to you. You just have to forget about it and move on. Be very confident otherwise you'll get scored on. Dont be scared to get hit by the ball. Dont be scared to leave the crease.

Answer by  Brett (7986)

Practise playing in net, and blocking as many shots as you can. In addition, doing long outlet passes to teammates.

Answer by  falmc (62)

Being a lacrosse goalie is hard, so here are a few pointers 1. A goalie should ALWAYS step to the ball 2. Learn the angles and cut them down 3. Communication is a must 4. Hands should be away from your body 5. Stick should be 100% vertical, tilted to your handed side.

Answer by  Brett (7986)

First off, the ability to stop the ball! Another VERY important skill a lacrosse goalie needs to have is the ability to pass the ball, as they are the ones who generally start the breaks.

Answer by  Jon65 (787)

Practice having fellow lacrosse players shoot at you while defending the net. Work on your scooping skills, and defense tactics.

Answer by  SammyScooter (136)

Great communication with your defense men is always key. Although, I always played attack, some of the best goalies I played against wore just a helmet and chest pad.

Answer by  Shankalot (484)

The best advice is being able to anticipate the plan and having excellent agility. The game is very quick so when you anticipate the shot and have ability to react quickly you will be much better off. Work on your foot speed to get from side to side of the net.