There is one thing that all new players fear when they first start playing lacrosse, the game looks highly violent from the outside. Many people that want to play the game never end up doing so simply because they are afraid of all the possible injuries that they may get. Lacrosse is not any more …
When your children become more active in the world around them, one of the first things they may ask to do is join a sport. When taking an interest in lacrosse, it can be a bit shocking, with a select few parents excitedly pushing their children towards the sport, unaware of the needed equipment. You …
Choosing a lacrosse stick for both youth and beginners can be hard for a parent. With all the various brands and combinations of shafts and heads, choosing a stick can be difficult. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite sticks that will help better educate you on your lacrosse stick buying decisions. What Is The …
Lacrosse balls are shot from the lacrosse stick at a high rate of velocity. The velocity that comes from the stick renders a high rotation of the lacrosse ball. The best example of this is when a lacrosse ball is thrown (whether by hand or by stick) and the lacrosse ball hits the ground the …
Lacrosse heads can become wobbly or loose from the consistent contact it makes with either a player or the ball. Loose lacrosse heads throw off both the timing and direction of the lacrosse throw. It’s important to check your stick before every practice to ensure that you’re practicing at maximum efficiency each day. Fixing the …
Lacrosse’s heads are connected to the shaft via a screw. This tiny screw plays a major part in making sure both the head and shaft stay connected throughout the game. It’s what locks the head in place and allows the player to throw and receive the ball. Due to the natural impact of playing lacrosse, …
Lacrosse sticks and lacrosse balls can be expensive. They tend to be more expensive than traditional sports such as basketball and baseball, requiring one or two items to play. Lacrosse is different compared to traditional sports, as players will need to supply their own equipment. The equipment needed to play lacrosse is: Helmets Shoulder Pads …
Taping a lacrosse stick is not mandatory for the lacrosse player. However, there are some benefits to taping a lacrosse stick, especially as the lacrosse stick is often made of slippery aluminum. Lacrosse players do not have to tape their lacrosse sticks. To improve ball control, lacrosse players will tape their stick on the bottom …
Lacrosse balls are one of the hardest balls in sports. The hard structure on the outside leads many people to think lacrosse balls have cement in them. Lacrosse balls are not made of cement. The entire ball is made from vulcanized rubber and polyurethane. In this article, we look at the lacrosse ball and how …
In every sport, having a large physical presence can either beneficial. Height and size play a large role in lacrosse, both offensively and defensively. Size does not matter in lacrosse. Speed is more important as it allows players to get around bigger and slower players. In this article, we will look at each position and …