Chris,
Thanks for taking the time to write to us and supporting Major League Lacrosse. There a few things I feel help a midfielder stand out on the field and help his team win.

First, have polished stick skills. This doesn't mean you need to be able to throw behind the back with both hands. It means you need to be effective with your stick. Shooting both hands on the run, scooping through ground balls, great ball handle in traffic, etc.

Second, play hard. When you are on the field, give it your all. It's not just about trying when the ball is in your stick. For middies it's about helping your team at both ends of the field.

Third, be in shape. I believe that this is the most important. All these things I talked about can not be possible unless you are fit. There is no worse feeling than not being able to perform at your highest level because you are exhausted.