Elite Defensive Training with Coach AJ Mercurio
July & August at LGC Athletics
The Blitz Defensive Series is an elite, high-level defensive development program built for players who want to shut down top offensive threats and dominate the field.
Dedicated entirely to the art of defense, this program blends explosive footwork, lockdown positioning, high-level IQ, and live competitive reps to build fundamentally sound, disruptive defenders.
Format: 6-Week Summer Session
- Duration: Mid-July to Mid-August
- Ages: Boys & Girls | Grad Years 2027–2033
- Cost: $300
Footwork, Speed, & Approach
- Explosive Mobility: Lateral movement, rapid change of direction, and closing speed.
- Perfecting the Angles: Proper approach mechanics to eliminate an attacker's runway.
- Recovery Discipline: Recovery footwork to hip-turn and get back into the play seamlessly.
Stickwork & Takeaways
- Precision Checks: Mastering the lift, poke, trail, and disruptive stick techniques.
- Calculated Risks: Timing, placement, and the mechanics behind high-percentage takeaway checks.
- Active Hands: Disrupting passes and shooting lanes without sacrificing body position.
Defensive IQ & Positioning
- Dictating the Matchup: Taking away an attacker's strengths and forcing them to their weak hand.
- Leverage & Contact: Using body positioning and hold-by-contact mechanics to anchor down.
- Creating Chaos: Forcing poor decisions, panicked passes, and high-pressure turnovers.
Why Join the Blitz Defensive Series?
- Expert Coaching: Learn directly from Coach Ethan LaHoda, one of the region’s top offensive minds.
- Stay Sharp: Avoid the summer slump by building confidence through high-rep, high-quality training.
- Modern Concepts: Learn the exact strategies and spacing used at the college and pro levels.
- Fall Ready: Enter the upcoming fall season as a smarter, more explosive, and more dynamic scorer.