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USA Lacrosse has a new Program Leader membership category that includes all of the standard membership benefits in addition to access to new tools such as the Program Leader Resource Library to help you run your program.
Our team of regional managers, located around the country, will help you manage your organization in a way that allows your players to have fun, develop, and compete in a safe environment. Our group membership program gives you access to best-in-class insurance protection, tools to manage your program, training resources for coaches and much more.
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Equipment Overview
OVERVIEW
Minimal equipment is required in girls' and women's lacrosse due to its non-contact nature. A stick, mouthguard and protective eyewear are the only required items for most players. Headgear and close fitting gloves are optional for field players. Goalies are also required to wear a helmet with face mask, a separate throat protector, padded gloves and a chest protector.
Goggles
Goggles
Protection
Chest Protection
Goggles
Goggles
Protection
Chest Protection
OVERVIEW
Minimal equipment is required in girls' and women's lacrosse due to its non-contact nature. A stick, mouthguard and protective eyewear are the only required items for most players. Headgear and close fitting gloves are optional for field players. Goalies are also required to wear a helmet with face mask, a separate throat protector, padded gloves and a chest protector.
Terminology
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8-METER ARC
CHECKING
12-METER FAN
FREE POSITION
GOAL CIRCLE
MODIFIED CHECKING
MARKING
SHOOTING SPACE
THREE SECONDS
8-METER ARC
An arc marked in front of the goal used for the administration of major fouls. A defender may not remain in this area for more than three seconds unless closely marking her opponent.
CHECKING
Using stick-to-stick contact to try and dislodge the ball.
12-METER FAN
A semi-circle area in front of each goal circle bounded by an arc 12 meters from the goal circles.
INSURANCE AND CLAIMS
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USA Lacrosse provides exclusive on-the-field coverage for all USA Lacrosse members. In addition, USA Lacrosse provides extensive Risk Management information that protect players and helps them stay safe on and off field.
The Program Leader membership includes all standard membership benefits plus access to the Program Leader Resource Library, insurance protection, program management tools, and training resources for coaches.
Athlete Development
USA Lacrosse is committed to developing athletes at every stage of their journey. Our programs combine elite coaching, evidence-based training, and holistic support to help players reach their full potential.
Featured Athletes
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The best part of lacrosse is the people—it teaches you how to lead, how to fail, and how to get back up."
Taylor Cummings
Team USA, Captain
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Lacrosse gave me confidence long before I ever realized I needed it.
Charlotte North
Womens Lacrosse league
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Lacrosse is a game of skill, speed, and intelligence—and women have always excelled at all three.
Emily Rodriguez
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