Lacrosse 101

» Fastest game on two feet

» Lacrosse is the oldest sport native to North America

» US Lacrosse govern games and equipment used

» Health & Safety primary focus

Equipment

US Lacrosse publishes an Equipment Fitting Guide to help provide first-time buyers, parents and players with suggested guidelines in purchasing equipment. Designed to help both the boys’ and girls’ youth player, the guide explains how lacrosse equipment should feel when properly worn. Photographs and descriptions for both field players and goalies are featured.

Boys Rules

The rules of lacrosse govern games and equipment used. US Lacrosse, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and the NCAA write rules for our sport, as per the following breakout. The organizations often work together on rule development and player safety.

Girls Rules

The rules of lacrosse govern games and equipment used. US Lacrosse, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and the NCAA write rules for our sport, as per the following breakout. The organizations often work together on rule development and player safety.