Lacrosse
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Lacrosse is described as the fastest game on two feet. The game of lacrosse is fast, physical and exciting. Lacrosse can be played by all ages and abilities, that is why it is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and especially in the UK. |
Full lacrosse is played on a field about the size of a football pitch, with 12 players in the womens game and 10 in the mens game, from each team allowed on the pitch at any one time. The aim like other invasion games is to score more goals than the opponent in the opposing goal which is 6 foot by 6. Teams can run with the ball in lacrosse sticks or pass the ball with the sticks. Opposition players are also allowed to check (tackle) the ball out of the sticks.
Pop lacrosse is the junior version of lacrosse and can be played indoors or outdoors. There are eight in a squad, five on the pitch, (six if using a goalkeeper option at over 12) Teams can be mixed or single sex.
One of the best things about lacrosse is how easy it is to get started. In England, an increasingly popular coaching scheme has been introduced into many primary schools which involves professional coaches, visiting and teaching Pop Lacrosse to pupils. The pupils not only have great fun, but also have the opportunity to join a team and enter the annual National Pop Lacrosse Championships, which take place every year
To search out clubs near you and find more information, contact the English Lacrosse Association:
Head office
Belle Vue Athletics Centre
Pink Bank Lane
Manchester
M12 5GL
T: 0161 2273 626
F: 0161 2273 625
E: info@englishlacrosse.co.uk
Visit www.englishlacrosse.co.uk for more information.
Contact
David Abini
Midlands Development Officer
T: 01612273626
M: 07743220307
E: d.abini@englishlacrosse.co.uk
NGB Courses and Awards
These are run by sports National Governing Bodies (NGBs). There are a number of courses (Level 1 and 2) offered in or close to Staffordshire.
To find out more details about the courses and how to book, please click here and select the sport of interest.
