TPD 2.0 - DEFENSE

Finally—defenders get their own reps.

TPD 2.0 — Defense is a position-specific, high-rep training program built for long-stick defenders who want the same focused development offensive players get at shooting and dodging clinics. If you’re ready to upgrade your footwork, timing, and stick craft this offseason—and bring it to the field in the spring and summer—this is your lane.

Why TPD 2.0 — Defense?

While there are dozens of FOGO, goalie, and shooting clinics, defenders rarely get a dedicated runway. TPD 2.0 changes that with defense-first reps, coaching, and progression.

What You’ll Train

  • Footwork & Agility: shuffle, drop step, hip turns, change of direction
  • Approaches & Angles: close-out timing, body position, recovery routes
  • Stick Work: wall series, handle control, ground balls under pressure
  • Checks & Timing: lift, poke, slap, wrap, and takeaway checks (when and how)
  • Contact & Contesting: legal leverage, ride out, off-ball physicality
  • IQ & Communication: slide packages, recoveries, 2-man game defense, clear decisions
  • Film-Backed Progressions: what elite defenders do—and how to rep it


Format

  • Small-group, high-touch environment (max 20 players)
  • Grades: 5–12
  • Primary focus: Long-stick defenders (LSM/close D)
  • Design: Position-specific stations, competitive small-area games, and measurable weekly goals


Who It’s For

  • Defenders who want more than team practice can offer
  • LSMs/close D aiming to elevate off-ball IQ and on-ball dominance
  • Athletes who want skills that translate immediately to spring and summer

Limited to 20 spots to ensure coaching attention and quality reps.

Ready to lock down your matchup—and your role?

Take your game to the next level with TPD 2.0 — Defense.

WHEN

TUESDAYS

SESSION 1

DECEMBER: 2, 9, 16

JANUARY 6, 13, 20

WHERE

ROOTS ATHLETIC CENTER

126 Industrial Dr

East Longmeadow, MA

8:00-9:00pm

Registration Details

Open to boys in Grades 5-12 that have played the position before, this is not an introductory skills session.

COST: $180 for the 6 sessions

TPD 2.0 - DEFENSE

REGISTER HERE

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