Face-Off Academy
ALL WORLD FACE-OFF ACADEMY
Transition starter, offensive threat, and defensive asset…these are terms not typically used to describe a face-off specialist. That was until Geoff Snider burst onto the international scene in 2006. Playing for Team Canada at the 2006 World Games, Snider was a throw-back to the days when midfielders played all over the field. He dominated face-offs, was featured on both the man-up and man-down units, and orchestrated the fast break offense. Snider was the ultimate weapon for Canada and led the team to their first World Championship in 28 years. For his efforts, he was named the MVP of the tournament.
Registration is limited to 50 players to ensure that each player gets the attention necessary to take their game to the next level.
ACADEMY PHILOSOPHY
The Face-Off Academy will focus on both face-off technique and individual skill development to help campers become more complete midfielders. Through our unique drills, campers will improve their face-off techniques, stick work, ground ball play and overall game awareness. Our approach enables our campers to learn each skill in a controlled environment, then apply these skills to game situations.
The two-way midfielder must have a full understanding of their role in both offensive and defensive team sets. We will use video sessions and on-field demonstrations to explain a middie's role in every aspect of the team game: 6 v. 6, man-down, man-up, clearing, riding, transition offense and defensive transition, and wing play on face-offs.
The Face-Off Academy will focus on both face-off technique and individual skill development to help campers become more complete midfielders. Through our unique drills, campers will improve their face-off techniques, stick work, ground ball play and overall game awareness. Our approach enables our campers to learn each skill in a controlled environment, then apply these skills to game situations.
The two-way midfielder must have a full understanding of their role in both offensive and defensive team sets. We will use video sessions and on-field demonstrations to explain a middie's role in every aspect of the team game: 6 v. 6, man-down, man-up, clearing, riding, transition offense and defensive transition, and wing play on face-offs.
Director
Geoff Snider
Team Canada, 2006 - 2010
World Champion, 2006
All World Midfielder, 2006
MVP of 2006 World Games
Toronto Nationals
Toronto Nationals
MLL Champion, 2009
Calgary Roughnecks
Calgary Roughnecks
NLL All Pro
Denver University, 2003 - 2006
NCAA Face-Off Leader, 2006
NCAA Face-Off Leader, 2006
Instructors
The ultimate face-off man must be the complete player. Dominate the x, make great decisions with the ball, and have the ability to defend the entire field. In addition to Geoff Snider, we have assembled a group of instructors that will share the knowledge and experiences that have taken them to highest levels in the game.
FEATURES
The Face-Off Academy follows a specialized curriculum that combines on-field instruction with classroom sessions to provide each camper with a full understanding of what it takes to become a “weapon” on the field. Topics covered include:
Techniques
Body Position
Hand Position
Footwork
Standard Moves – clamp, pinch & pop, laser, rake, plunger, etc.
Advanced Moves – jam, To the Side, Duster, R&T, etc.
Techniques
Body Position
Hand Position
Footwork
Standard Moves – clamp, pinch & pop, laser, rake, plunger, etc.
Advanced Moves – jam, To the Side, Duster, R&T, etc.
Counters
Whistles Recognization
Whistles Recognization
Ground ball play and angles out of win or loss
Kicks, goosing and box-out strategy
Team Skills
Positioning wing players, communication and signals
How to play transition offense from clean win or wing possession
Positioning wing players, communication and signals
How to play transition offense from clean win or wing possession
Running the break
Defensive responsibilities after a loss
Special Teams face-offs – identifying “hot” wing players, pressuring fogo or settling on man-up
Changing strategy
Defensive responsibilities after a loss
Special Teams face-offs – identifying “hot” wing players, pressuring fogo or settling on man-up
Changing strategy
Physical & Mental Dimension
Injury Prevention
Flexibility & Coordination
Strength & Agility
Footwork Mobility
Year Round Conditioning
Power Development
Leadership
Self Confidence & Awareness
Handling Pressure
Managing Frustration
Program Highlights
Scouting Opponents
• Use scouting video to pick up opponent's primary moves, tells and counters
In-Game Strategy
• Learn to recognize when to push transition or settle the ball
Exploiting the “FOGO”
• How to take advantage of a player who can only face-off, at both ends of the field
Speed, Agility and Strength
• Train with one of the nation’s top coaches to improve strength, quickness and footwork
Video Analysis
• Nightly evaluation of performance using video highlights from the days sessions
• Use scouting video to pick up opponent's primary moves, tells and counters
In-Game Strategy
• Learn to recognize when to push transition or settle the ball
Exploiting the “FOGO”
• How to take advantage of a player who can only face-off, at both ends of the field
Speed, Agility and Strength
• Train with one of the nation’s top coaches to improve strength, quickness and footwork
Video Analysis
• Nightly evaluation of performance using video highlights from the days sessions
COST
$675 per camper
TUITION INCLUDES
Dual occupancy dorm accommodations
All you can eat cafeteria meals
1 to 4 instructor to defenseman ratio
All World Face-Off Academy t shirt and reversible
Daily swimming
Stick stringing and maintenance work shop
24-hour security and help desk
1 to 4 instructor to defenseman ratio
All World Face-Off Academy t shirt and reversible
Daily swimming
Stick stringing and maintenance work shop
24-hour security and help desk
Pro shop on site
DATE
August 1 – 5, 2011
LOCATION
Rider University
2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
CONTACT INFORMATION
All World Lacrosse
p) 609-737-4485
