Tight spaces. Fast pace. Quick decision making.
These are just a few of the attributes that describe Box Lacrosse, also known as Indoor Lacrosse. Played inside the confines of a multi-sport rink, box lacrosse has a distinct set of rules, apart from the field game. The playing surface is enclosed by boards, usually made of wood or plastic, and each team has six players on the floor - five runners and one goaltender. Players rotate on and off the floor in shifts to play offense by trying to put the ball in their opponents' goal and play defense by preventing their opponents from scoring on their goal.
Box Lacrosse at USA Lacrosse
USA Lacrosse is a member of World Lacrosse and serves as the sport's national governing body for all disciplines of the game in the United States. We work with local organizations as well as the US Olympic Committee to fuel and advance the sport's growth. As USA Lacrosse has grown as an organization, so has the popularity and participation in box lacrosse.
Box Lacrosse Rules
USA Lacrosse publishes a rule set for box lacrosse, including suggested modifications for youth play.
Box Lacrosse Grant
Box Lacrosse grants provide additional protective equipment to qualified USA Lacrosse Member Programs to reduce the financial barriers of entry to participate in box lacrosse. These grants include enough equipment for a traditional field lacrosse team to retrofit a goalie and their remaining players with the additional pieces of the equipment required in the USA Lacrosse Box Rules.
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Think Inside the Box
Learn more about how box lacrosse skills and strategy are an integral part of player development. Think Inside the Box is an interview series developed by the National Lacrosse League (NLL) and designed as a resource for players and coaches.
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