Try Lacrosse​

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Why Try?

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Over the past decade, lacrosse has taken the athletics world by storm. According to US Lacrosse, there are approximately 825,000 players across the nation, making it one of the fastest growing sports in America. What was once considered a niche sport has now exploded, especially among young people. As noted by the National Federation of State High School Associations, the current number of high school players clocks in around 193,235, or 23% of the total population of players. And with such growing popularity, it begs the question: Why?

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It’s not often that a sport rises up to become a household activity across the land, but with lacrosse, that growth has made sense. First, lacrosse holds less of a weight to becoming a superstar versus the likes of football or basketball, making it a more inclusive sport. This means that the individual contributions of the players to the team mean much more than other sports. Second, despite it being a contact sport, a lot of parents are beginning to view it as a safer option to football and rugby.  Lastly, the chances of landing a scholarship are probably some of the best out there for a team sport, with approximately 13.2% of men and 13.5% of women competing at the collegiate level from high school. For most athletes, this is the peak of accomplishment, which with lacrosse, is well within reason.

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Yes, lacrosse is absolutely crushing it right now, taking a big chunk out of the $7 billion youth sports industry. And if you’re looking to participate, then there’s no better time than now to learn how to play.

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The flow of the game is incredibly fast-paced, with transitions moving quickly, much like basketball. One of the most exciting elements of the sport is how intricate the skilled positions can be. Every role has to make a solid amount of contribution every game, with some working overtime depending on the matchup.