GARBER GORILLA LACROSSE
MISSION
The Garber Gorilla Lacrosse mission is to provide world class lacrosse training and education for the development of youth lacrosse players both on and off the field. We are committed to providing athletes a learning environment that helps develop skill acquisition which is essential to positive growth in the sport, and to inspire each player to a lifelong enjoyment of the game. Our curriculum for all levels, will develop players in the technical & tactical/IQ components of the game. We will teach the importance of commitment, good sportsmanship, teamwork, respect for self and others, and an ability to learn from both winning and losing. Our model allows players to practice and train in an academy environment with the opportunity to join and compete with our travel/club teams.
OUR VISION
Our goal at Garber Gorilla Lacrosse is to provide a player centered environment, that strives to enhance the development for every age and skills level. We execute this by having a curriculum for all ages. Our learning environment will give every individual the opportunity to learn, train, and compete while enjoying the fun this great game has to offer.
PHILOSPHY
The game of lacrosse is both physically and mentally challenging for all ages. At Garber Gorilla Lacrosse, we believe a skilled lacrosse player is someone that can adapt in any environment or situation on the field, and we help break down the game in smaller slices to give every individual the opportunity to develop their technical and tactical growth as a player. Our Dynamic & Diversified practices and training will put players in positions to grow as decision makers and leaders on the lacrosse field. We understand that each individuals learns at a different pace, and our practices are designed to allow the positive growth for all skill levels.
TECHNICAL GROWTH
The foundational technical skillsets for all players include passing, catching, shooting, ground balls, & ball control. We build off these to help players grow and strengthen their individuals skillset using constraints during drills and practices. Our curriculum allows players at all skill levels, to grow at their pace. A solid foundation of technical skills will allow players to understand the Tactical area of the game enhancing their game IQ.
TACTICAL AWARENESS
Tactical awareness, is a players ability to adapt to any situation on the field. The must understand how to make the right decisions on the field, based on what their opponent is showing them. We put players through drills and games that break the game down into smaller slices, where they can build their tactical IQ and be decision makers on the field.