In this conference session, Mark Miyashita of Canisius University walks through the Wilky Build-Up Drill, sharing the principles behind building smarter transition players.
Key takeaways include:
- Progressing from a 2-on-1 situation into an eventual 6v5 advantage
- Training players to quickly switch between offensive and defensive responsibilities on consecutive repetitions
- Developing communication skills through scramble situations that mirror game-like transition play
- Reinforcing transition systems so players understand the responsibilities of every position on the field
- Creating scoring opportunities through cutting action, spacing, and ghost-slip concepts rather than relying heavily on picks
- Advancing the ball quickly to offensive playmakers to maximize decision-making opportunities in transition
Players must understand the game from multiple perspectives, recognizing not only their own responsibilities but also what teammates at other positions should be doing in a given situation. By forcing players to alternate between offense and defense every repetition, this drill develops adaptability and lacrosse IQ.
