Rules and Penalties
What is the name of the circle around the goal that only the goalie can be in?
Crease
Which player guards the goal?
Goalie
What do players use to catch, carry, and pass the ball?
Lacrosse stick
What country did lacrosse originate in?
Canada/Native American tribes
What is it called when you move the stick back and forth to keep the ball in the pocket?
Cradling
What happens if a player slashes another with their stick?
They get a penalty or go to the penalty box
What positions takes the face-off? hint: Mr. Theo played this position in middle school.
Midfielder
What type of helmet does a lacrosse player wear?
Helmet with a face mask
What was lacrosse originally used for by Native American tribes?
Training for war/spiritual healing/conflict resolution.
What is the technique used to scoop the ball off the ground?
Ground ball or scooping
How many players are allowed on the field per team in the boys' field lacrosse?
10
Which players usually stay on the offensive side or try to score?
Attackers
What is the netting on the head of a stick called?
What is the oldest sport in North America?
Lacrosse
What type of pass travels in the air to a teammate?
What is offsides in lacrosse?
When too many players cross the midfield line.
What position is responsible for defending against goals?
Defenders
Name 3 pieces of protective gear used in boys' lacrosse.
Gloves, helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, mouthguard.
What mondern-day version of lacrosse is played indoors?
Box Lacrosse
What is the proper way to hold the stick when throwing the ball?
Dominant hand on top, non-dominant hand on bottom
True or False: Body checking is always allowed in girls' lacrosse.
False
Name all four positions in field lacrosse
Attack, Midfield, Defense, Goalie
What type of shoes are worn for grip on grass or turf?
Cleats
Who is considered the "Father of Modern Lacrosse"?
Dr. William George Beers
Name 3 key skills every lacrosse player should practice.
Passing, catching, shooting, cradling, ground balls