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Wall-Ball

Why Wall Ball?:

One of the easiest and most tried true methods of getting better at lacrosse is playing wall ball. Although it may seem basic and simple, the wall can provide players of all ages and skill levels with beneficial results and difficult challenges. From beginners of the game to professional MLL/PLL players, wall ball has been a proven test of one's passing and catching ability, a cornerstone to the game of lacrosse. On this page you will find several basic wall ball techniques, as well as more advanced wall ball tests that will challenge you to become a better player.

Rules of Wall Ball Test:

Directions & Rules of Wall Ball Test
Must wear Prosper helmet and uniform
All drills must be done in the order listed below
All required reps must be completed before moving on to the next drill
5 Ball max - If ball is dropped/lost - move on to next ball
If you drop the ball, that rep doesn't count - *Do not start over at 0
Players must stand 5 yard away from wall
Everyone has to use their personal stick per position
All overhand passing
Benchmark Dates: (All players should text/email wall-ball videos to head coach before the dates listed below)
- September: 28th
- October: 28th
- November: 28th
- December: 28th
- January: 28th
- February: 28th
- March: 28th
- April: 28th
- May: 28th
- June: 28th
- July: 28th
- August: 28th
Individual/ Team Prizes:
Team Pizza Party: If everyone on the team pass the required wall ball times we will host a team pizza party.
Top two times per grade will enter into the Prosper Wall Ball Hall of Fame

Tutorials on the Basics of Wall Ball:

Tutorials for each skill set on the wall ball test:

Wall Ball and Workout Challenges:

Workout and Wall ball Challenges: 

Wall ball Challenges: 

Top Prosper Wall Ball Times:

9th-12th Grade Top Times:

7th- 8th Grade Top Times:

5th-6th Grade Top Times:

3rd-4th Grade Top Times:

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K-2nd Grade Top Times:

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Kindergarten - 1st Grade Test: (6 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 5
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 1
Target time: Times
(5 ball max) 1:30
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.  

2nd Grade Test: (20 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 15
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 5
Target time: Times
(5 ball max) 1:20
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.  

3rd - 4th Grade Test (55 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions Notes
Upside Down Cradle (Strong hand) 10  
Upside Down Cradle (Off hand) 10  
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 10  
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 10  
Catch and Switch (Alternate hands/feet) 5

Switch hands every time you catch the ball

Catch and Roll (Alternate hands) 5  
Cross hand catch (Strong hand) 5  
Target time: Times Notes
(5 ball max) 3:00  
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.    

5th - 6th Grade Test: (75 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions Notes
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 10  
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Strong hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Off hand) 10  
Catch and Switch (Alternate hands) 10

Switch hands everytime you catch the ball

Throw and Switch hands in the air 10

Flip the hips/change hands, catch opposite

Cross hand catch (Strong hand) 5  
Cross hand catch (Off hand) 5  
Behind the back (Strong hand only) 5  
Target time: Attack / Midfield Times Defense / Goalie times
Required time (5 ball max) 2:50 3:00
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.    

7th - 8th Grade Test: (85 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions Notes
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 10  
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Strong hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Off hand) 10  
Catch and Switch (Alternate hands) 10

Switch hands everytime you catch the ball

Throw and Switch hands in the air 10

Flip the hips/change hands, catch opposite

One hand & One Cradle (Strong hand)
*Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
5 *Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
One hand & One Cradle (Off hand)
*Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
5 *Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
Cross hand catch (Strong hand) 5  
Cross hand catch (Off hand) 5  
Behind the back (Strong hand only) 5  
Target time: Attack / Midfield Times Defense / Goalie times
Required time (5 ball max) 2:40 2:45
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.    

9th-12th Grade Test: (85 Repetitions)

***Must be done in the order below*** Repetitions Notes
One Cradle Passing (Strong hand) 10  
One Cradle Passing (Off hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Strong hand) 10  
Quick Stick (Off hand) 10  
Catch and Switch (Alternate hands) 10

Switch hands everytime you catch the ball

Throw and Switch hands in the air 10

Flip the hips/change hands, catch opposite

One hand & One Cradle (Strong hand)
*Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
5 *Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
One hand & One Cradle (Off hand)
*Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
5 *Defense and Goalies - Catch, Throw Fake, Switch
Cross hand catch (Strong hand) 5  
Cross hand catch (Off hand) 5  
Behind the back (Strong hand only) 5  
Target time: Attack / Midfield Times Defense / Goalie times
Required time (5 ball max) 2:20 2:35
Team Pizza Party: Everyone on the team must passes the required wall ball time.