A: Lacrosse is a team sport where players try to get a rubber ball into a net or goal. Players use a long stick with a net on the end of it called a lacrosse stick, or crosse. They can run, carry, catch, shoot, and pass the ball with the net of the stick. The lacrosse team with the most points or goals at the end of the time period wins the game.
Lacrosse is a very athletic and active game. It provides good exercise and competitiveness. There is a lot of running in Lacrosse and speed and endurance are great assets to the Lacrosse player. The sport's nickname is "The fastest game on two feet". Lacrosse has become popular with high schools, colleges, and has had success as a professional sport.
For more information about the game or its history, please visit the USA Lacrosse website.
A: There are similarities between boys and girls lacrosse. In both games, players use a lacrosse stick with a net at the end to catch and throw a hard rubber ball and score by throwing the ball into the opponent's goal. Both games emphasize speed, stick skills, and agility. But the rules, strategies, equipment, and even field markings are significantly different for boys and girls. The boys game is a contact sport, so boys wear protective pads, gloves, and helmets. The girls game focuses on finesse, with stick-to-stick contact only for older players, so girls require less protective equipment.
A: Lacrosse is usually played on a standard-sized soccer or football field for teams in grade 5 and up. Grade K-2 and 3/4 teams play on a smaller field and with smaller sized goals.
A: Youth teams are separated by gender and then by grade. Typically, two grades are combined to create teams: grades K-2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. High school teams are separated by gender and then by ability and experience into junior varsity and varsity teams.
A: Teams are set up based on the interest level from players and volunteers. If there aren't enough players for a full team at any age level, we will refer players to a neighboring club while continuing to support our kids by offering developmental clinics and hosting recruiting events to build numbers.
A: Girls are allowed to play on boys teams, following boys rules for contact if they, their parents, and the coach agree. To protect players' safety, boys may not play on girls teams.
A: In the United States, lacrosse is a spring sport and runs from early February through early June. League games start in March. Youth teams practice 2-3 times a week, while high school teams practice 5 days a week.
A shorter Fall season, commonly known as Fall Ball, is also held for youth and high school boys. Fall Ball is an opportunity for new players to develop their skills, and for returning players to get additional reps in.
A: Our home fields vary by division, and include turf and grass fields managed by Everett Public Schools or Everett Parks. For more information, visit our Facilities page.
A: Our fees vary by age level. Please see our Programs & Pricing section for additional information.
A: We offer installment plans for our regular season registrations to help spread the cost over a longer period.
In addition, ELC provides a limited number of partial scholarships to families that demonstrate financial need. Please contact the ELC Club Registrar for more information.
And finally, unused equipment can often be borrowed from other lacrosse families, or purchased second-hand.
A: Yes.
Uniform Fees:
Equipment:
USA Lacrosse Membership:
A: The primary benefit (and requirement) is Comprehensive Medical Coverage for injuries that occur during organized lacrosse activities.
Other Benefits include:
A: Boys need a helmet, shoulder and elbow pads, gloves, athletic cup, mouth guard, stick, and cleats (football, soccer, or lacrosse). Girls need safety goggles, mouth guard, cleats (soccer or lacrosse) and a stick.
Goalie equipment is provided by the club, though some players prefer using their own. Goalie equipment includes a neck protector, goalie chest pad and a goalie stick, as well as standard player equipment. Thigh pads and shin guards are also recommended.
For more information, visit the USA Lacrosse Equipment Page.
A: Players are generally responsible for their own equipment. New and used equipment is available from a variety of local and online vendors. For information, visit our Equipment Rental & Sales page.
A: ELC offers free equipment rental for first-year players, and a limited rental program for returning players. For information, visit our Equipment Rental & Sales page.
A: The USA Lacrosse website has everything you need to learn about the history, equipment and rules of the sport!