When a lacrosse player uses appropriate shooting technique, the force of their follow through should propel them towards the region of the goal that they are aiming for. The lacrosse shot is all about power transmission. As the player swings the stick back after releasing the ball, they should be able to feel its energy transfer from hand to head to shoulder to arm to stick. Only then can they release it with proper technique to achieve maximum velocity and accuracy. The aim of the shot is to have the player's body work in harmony to produce maximum speed and force. Too often beginners misuse the shot by trying to use their arms as primary movers instead of their legs. This leaves them slow to react to changes in the game and unable to dodge opponents' sticks. It also means they are relying on luck rather than skill to score goals. To execute the shot properly, the player needs to understand how their body functions best during the swing. They need to focus on using their hips and legs to generate power and not try and lift the arm too high or use excessive shoulder movement. Doing so will only result in an inaccurate shot. Players must learn how to control the arc of the ball and where it will land. This requires practice and feedback from coaches and teammates. Some games allow players to wear gloves to improve grip and control while others don't.