Rules

What is Three Seconds in Lacrosse?

The Three Seconds rule in girls lacrosse can be confusing for a new parent and player. The game is flowing along and then there is a whistle with no apparent justification or sign of a […]

Rules

Girls Lacrosse Rules for Beginners

There are many rules and fouls in girls lacrosse to keep the game safe for the players. This is a summary of common girls lacrosse rules to review with new players and includes much of […]

Skills

Lacrosse Wall Ball Routine

Playing toss and catch is a great way to improve stickwork skill. A rebounder is ideal to simulate more realistic passing and catching velocity, but a wall will do and doesn’t cost anything. This routine […]

Skills

Success with 8 Meter Free Position Shots

In girl’s and women’s lacrosse, a major foul by a defensive player which occurs in the 8 meter arc results in a direct free position from one of the seven hash marks equally spaced along […]

Rules

Defensive Stick Positioning in Girls Lacrosse

Playing defense can be a tough skill to master for younger lacrosse players due to the nature of the rules regarding contact and stick control. Often times, at the youth level, one of two scenarios […]

Game

Lacrosse Origins America’s Oldest Sport

In areas where lacrosse isn’t as popular – commonly called “non-traditional” areas – most families’ introduction to lacrosse comes by signing their kids up for the local league. Parents often greet the coach with the […]