Mental Performance Coaching for Lacrosse Athletes
1,000+ athletes coached since 1991, Youth through College, worldwide via Zoom
Your skills are there in practice. The athleticism is there. The gap between practice and games is mental. Work one-on-one with Peaksports certified mental performance coaches via Zoom from anywhere. Learn the same mental performance skills we’ve taught to competitive lacrosse players for 40+ years.
What is Mental Performance Coaching for Lacrosse?
Lacrosse mental performance coaching is one-on-one virtual training that helps players overcome the mental barriers, such as fear of failure, loss of confidence after turnovers and missed shots, hesitation in one-on-one situations, and the inability to perform in games the way they do in practice, that prevent them from competing to their potential. At Peak Performance Sports, certified mental performance coaches work with attack, midfield, and defense players using the Athlete’s Mental Edge Framework and the Athlete’s Mental Aptitude Assessment (AMAP) to build a personalized mental game plan. Programs are available for club, high school, and college lacrosse players worldwide.
Trusted by lacrosse players and coaches since 1991 · Club through College
Prefer to talk? Call a coach directly: 407-909-1700 · Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm ET
Are You Under-Performing on the Field?
If you play well in practice but can’t replicate it in games, your mental game is what needs work. Do any of these sound familiar?
→”I get so frustrated after turnovers and missed shots that I lose my focus.”
→”I lose confidence when I make a mistake in front of coaches or scouts.”
→”I hesitate in one-on-one situations instead of attacking aggressively.”
→”I can’t play with the same freedom in games that I have in practice.”
→”I tighten up in big games and playoff situations instead of rising to the moment.”
Real Results from Lacrosse Players
“He Finally Put It All Together”
“After your session, Mason had a game. He had the best game so far! He hustled, shot, no goals but two assists but he was cool with it because his focus was on shooting and not scoring (finally), defended well, finally put it all together. It was fun to watch and you could tell he felt really good about it.”*
~Kelly, Lacrosse Mom
“My Confidence and Focus Have Improved”
“I highly recommend Peak Performance Sports! AWESOME. Very supportive and positive, and really helped my mental game for Soccer. As a result, my confidence and focus on the field have really improved in a short amount of time due to weekly sessions. Thank You!”*
~Connor MacDonald, New Jersey
Ready to Play with Practice-Level Confidence in Every Game?
Schedule a free introductory Zoom session and find out exactly what mental skills are holding your lacrosse performance back:
How Our Lacrosse Mental Coaching Works
Step 1: Assessment and Stats
Take the Athlete’s Mental Aptitude Assessment (AMAP) to identify mental game strengths and weaknesses. Your game statistics and performance patterns provide a baseline for measuring improvement.
Step 2: Strategies and Tools
Learn mental game strategies tailored to lacrosse, pregame mental preparation, play-by-play reset routines, strategies for attacking aggressively instead of hesitating, and composure tools for high-pressure game situations.
Step 3: Review and Preparation
Work through the Athlete’s Mental Edge audio and workbook program between sessions to reinforce mental skills and apply them directly to your next game or tournament.
Step 4: Application
Apply customized pregame mental preparation, guided imagery for shooting and dodging, play-to-play reset routines, and strategies for bouncing back after turnovers, penalties, and missed opportunities.
What You Get with Lacrosse Mental Performance Coaching
- Your practice confidence and aggressive play show up in every game
- Quick recovery after turnovers and missed shots without it derailing your game
- The confidence to attack one-on-one situations instead of playing it safe
- Composure in front of coaches, scouts, and in high-pressure playoff moments
- Freedom to play your best game instead of cautious, hesitant, and tight
Every program includes: the AMAP assessment, a custom weekly Mental Game Plan, weekly Zoom coaching sessions, unlimited email correspondence, and the Athlete’s Mental Edge audio and workbook. Call us at 407-909-1700 with your questions.
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Who Is Dr. Patrick Cohn?
Patrick J. Cohn, Ph.D. is the founder and president of Peak Performance Sports, LLC and one of the world’s most recognized mental performance coaches. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Sports Psychology from the University of Virginia under Dr. Bob Rotella and his Master’s degree from California State University, Fullerton under Dr. Ken Ravizza. Over 40+ years he has coached Olympic Athletes, NFL teams, PGA Tour professionals, and competitive athletes across 35+ sports including lacrosse. He is the creator of the Athlete’s Mental Edge Workbook Framework and the Mental Game Coaching Professional (MGCP) Certification.
Why Virtual Coaching Works for Lacrosse Players
| Factor | Virtual (Zoom) | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Access | Anywhere in the world | Local area only |
| Scheduling | Flexible around training and competition schedule | Office hours, commute required |
| Session Format | Same structured 1-on-1 coaching | Same structured 1-on-1 coaching |
| Effectiveness | Research-backed, equally effective | Research-backed, equally effective |
| Getting Started | Within 1 week | Depends on local availability |
| Travel Required | None | Yes, drive to office |
| Tools Included | AMAP + Athlete’s Mental Edge workbook and audio | Varies by provider |
FAQ About Mental Performance Coaching for Lacrosse
What does a mental performance coach do for lacrosse players?
A mental performance coach for lacrosse helps players identify and overcome the mental barriers that prevent them from performing their best in games, including recovering after turnovers, attacking aggressively instead of hesitating, managing coach pressure and scout anxiety, and playing with the same freedom in games as in practice.
Can lacrosse mental coaching be done virtually via Zoom?
Yes, virtual coaching via Zoom is how the majority of our lacrosse players work with us. Sessions are weekly, one-on-one, and flexible around your schedule. Most players start within a week of reaching out.
How much does lacrosse mental performance coaching cost?
Self-guided digital training programs start from $79. Virtual coaching programs start at $600-700 per month and include weekly one-on-one sessions with a certified mental performance coach, the AMAP assessment, a custom mental game plan, unlimited email support, and the Athlete’s Mental Edge workbook. Contact us for full coaching pricing.
How quickly will I see results?
Most players report more composure after turnovers and less hesitation in one-on-one situations within the first three sessions. Measurable improvement in game consistency typically develops over 4 to 8 weeks. Measurable improvement typically develops over 4 to 8 weeks of coaching.
Ready to Take Your Practice Game into Competition?
Schedule a free introductory Zoom session. Tell us your position, level, and the mental challenges you’re facing, and we’ll have you up and running within a week:
Available worldwide · No travel required · No commitment · Zoom · FaceTime · Phone
Prefer to talk? Call us today: 407-909-1700 · Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm ET
What the Research Shows About Effectiveness of Mental Training
Psychological skills training produces measurable performance gains: According to a 2024 meta-analysis published in Sports Medicine (Röthlin et al.), psychological skills training produced a significant moderate effect on athletic performance (effect size of 0.83), based on a systematic review of 111 studies with competitive athletes.
90% of reviews confirm mental skills training enhances performance: A 2023 review of reviews published in the International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology examined 30 systematic reviews spanning four decades of research and found that 90% concluded psychological skills training interventions enhance athletic performance.
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Disclaimer
*Testimonials found on this site are examples of what we have done for other clients, and what some of our clients have said about us. However, we cannot guarantee the results in any case. Your results may vary and every situation is different. No compensation was provided for these testimonials.
Last Updated on May 31, 2026