Why Lacrosse?
Fun First
Fast-paced, creative, and full of movement.
Built for Community
Play with friends, classmates, or neighbors.
Personal Growth
Showcase individual skill development within a team environment.
Rooted in History
One of North America’s oldest team sports, gifted by Indigenous peoples.
The USA Lacrosse Way
Athlete Development
From the first steps on the field to a lifetime in the sport, our Athlete Development Model (ADM) is the blueprint for success.
Flex6 Lacrosse
Flex6 Lacrosse is a non-contact, small-sided version of lacrosse that is aligned with the ADM to make the game simple, safe, and fun.
Learn more about Flex6
Discover Lacrosse at School
Physical Education
Bring a ready-to-teach lacrosse unit to your school with lesson plans, training videos, and Physical Education Grants to get your own lacrosse equipment kits.
NLL UnBOXed
A school-based program operated by the National Lacrosse League. Learn more »
Scoops Lacrosse
An introductory program for players age 3–8 focused on maximum fun. Learn more »
Play Lacrosse in your Community
Pick Up & Play
FREE clinics offered every year during National Celebrate Lacrosse Week in November. Perfect for first-time players.
Local Lacrosse Organizations
Connect with your local USA Lacrosse Member Organization to play in your community.
PLL Play
Camps, tournaments, and leagues operated by the Premier Lacrosse League. Learn more »
Find Where to Play
Find Local Support
Need help getting started? Our team of Regional Managers can help you bring lacrosse to your school or community.
Contact a Regional Manager
Free Resource Hub
Access the FREE Discover Lacrosse Resource Hub to explore tools for parents, teachers, and new players to build confidence and get moving!
Access the Resource Hub