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Adaptive Resources

Lacrosse is for Everyone

Adaptive Lacrosse is any format of lacrosse that is designed for athletes with disabilities. Explore the resources below to get insights from leading disability sport organizations as well as experienced adaptive lacrosse coaches and administrators.

Resources

Starter Guide

Starter Guide

Learn how to start an Adaptive Lacrosse program in your community.

PDF | 8 pages

Operating Guide

Operating Guide

Find operating tips and best practices for accessible programming.

PDF | 7 pages

Inclusive Playbook

Inclusive Playbook

Review coaching strategies, equipment adaptations, and practice plans.

PDF | 12 pages

Supporting Neurodivergent Players

Supporting Neurodivergent Players

Learn some instructional strategies to support neurodivergent players.

PDF | 4 pages

Supporting Players with ADHD

Supporting Players with ADHD

Understand how coaches and parents/caregivers can support players with ADHD.

PDF | 4 pages

Disability Language

Disability Language

Guidelines for using respectful and modern disability language.

PDF | 4 pages

Grants and Equipment

Grants and Equipment

Find organizations that provide grants for equipment, travel, training expenses, and more.

Webpage | USOPC

Formats

Inclusive Lacrosse

Inclusive Lacrosse

Inclusive Lacrosse is designed to include players with a wide variety of disabilities.

Unified Lacrosse

Unified Lacrosse

Unified Lacrosse is designed to allow players with and without disabilities to play together on the same teams.

Wheelchair Lacrosse

Wheelchair Lacrosse

Wheelchair Lacrosse is designed to allow players with mobility disabilities to play on a roller rink or basketball court.

Impairment-specific Formats

Impairment-specific Formats

Impairment-specific formats allow players with similar disabilities to play with and against each other.

Mainstream Formats

Mainstream Formats

Players with disabilities participate in typical or "mainstream" formats at every level.