Game version
Field follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Freeze Tag with Sticks
A tag game where you cradle a ball while you change speed and direction to dodge the tagger.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Mark a small square with cones.
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Lacrosse sticks, balls, 4 cones, friends or family
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Speed & Athleticism
The steps
How it works
- Mark a small square with cones.
- Everyone cradles a ball; one player tags with a hand on the shoulder.
- Tagged players freeze until a teammate taps their stick.
- Play 4 rounds of 2 minutes.
Coaching point
Change speed, change direction.
Safety: Gentle hand taps only. Play on grass or turf.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are a scout exploring the field before the game.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
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