Lacrosse is an exciting opportunity to learn a fast-paced sport that combines teamwork, skill, strategy, and athleticism. For beginners, the game may seem challenging at first, but learning the basic rules and fundamental skills can make the experience both fun and rewarding. Whether you are completely new to lacrosse or have experience with other sports, getting started begins with learning the fundamentals. That’s why we are providing resources to help get started.

Lacrosse Beginner Basics Video Playlist:
How to play lacrosse by Paul Rabil
This playlist of videos is a great visual way to learn the basics of lacrosse. It includes shooting, cradling, throwing, catching, and scooping with a lacrosse ball.

Rules of Lacrosse:

• Video highlighting the rules and basics of lacrosse. It is important to note that rules for contact evolve and vary at different age levels.
  • Boy’s Lacrosse Rules
• Official rules provided by USA Lacrosse
  • https://www.usalacrosse.com/boys-and-mens-rules

These are some definitions of important Lacrosse terminology:

• Attacker, Midfielder, Defender, and Goalie
  • These are the positions that are played in lacrosse. Midfielders are often referred to as “middies.”
• Faceoff
  • A faceoff is what happens at the beginning of each game, half, and following a goal score. It is between two players with the objective of gaining possession of the ball for their team.
• Check
  • A check is a defensive move used to disrupt an opponent. It can be a stick check, which is using a stick to target an opponent’s stick, or a body check which uses physical contact.
• Crease
  • The crease is a circular marked zone surrounding each goal. It serves as the goalkeeper’s protective area where opposing players are not allowed to enter.
• Cradle
  • Cradling in lacrosse refers to the technique used to keep the lacrosse ball secure in the pocket of the lacrosse stick while running or dodging.
• Dodge
  • Dodging in lacrosse refers to an offensive move used to beat a defender, create space, and move toward the opposing goal.
• Clear
  • Clearing in lacrosse is moving the ball from the defensive end of the field across to the midfield into the offensive end.
• Slash
  • Slashing is a personal foul that refers to when a player swings their lacrosse stick at an opponent’s body or stick with excessive force.