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  Lacrosse - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lacrosse is a fast-paced team sport played by ten players (men) or twelve players (women), each of whom uses a netted stick (the crosse) in order to pass and catch a very hard rubber ball with the aim of scoring goals, each worth one point, by propelling the ball into the opponent's goal.
Indoor lacrosse is a version of box lacrosse played professionally during the winter, not only in regions where summer lacrosse is popular but also in regions where lacrosse is rarely played in summer.
In women's lacrosse, players are not allowed to touch the ball with their body or cover the ball with their stick in order to scoop it into their stick or protect the ball from picked up by an opponent.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lacrosse   (3644 words)

  
 US Lacrosse - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
US Lacrosse was founded on January 1, 1998, as the national governing body of men's and women's lacrosse in the United States.
US Lacrosse's mission is to ensure a unified and responsive organization that develops and promotes the game of lacrosse.
The US Lacrosse national headquarters is located in Baltimore, Maryland along with the Lacrosse Museum and National Hall of Fame.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/US_Lacrosse   (102 words)

  
 Lacrosse - 999 Lacrosse   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Lacrosse is a fast-paced team sport played by two teams of ten players each who use netted sticks (called crosses) in order to pass and catch a rubber ball with the aim of scoring goals by propelling the ball into the opponent's goal.
Lacrosse is especially popular in the northeastern part of the US, and is Canada's national summer sport.
It is said that Native Lacrosse was characterized by a deeply spiritual involvement, and those who took part did so with dedicated spirit and with the highest ideals of bringing glory to themselves and their tribes, and honour to the participants and the tribes to which they belonged.
www.999lacrosse.com   (443 words)

  
 Atlas of Popular Culture in the Northeastern US - Lacrosse
Lacrosse boomed in Canada in the 1880s but by the onset of World War I the sport was dying there perhaps due to a belated acceptance by eastern Canadians of the American game of baseball.
Lacrosse in Great Britain is still regarded largely as a women's game in the south and a men's game in the north.
Box lacrosse is the indoor version of the game and originated in Montreal in 1930 as a way to use empty hockey rinks during the off season.
www.geography.ccsu.edu /harmonj/atlas/lacross.htm   (2178 words)

  
 Boston.com / News / Local / US Lacrosse promotes a booming sport
Lacrosse is already one of the fastest-growing sports in Massachusetts and across the country, but apparently US Lacrosse, the sport's national governing body, isn't satisfied.
US Lacrosse also offers a separate Youth Equipment Grant Program, which this year supplied 26 first-year programs with new equipment packages, including sticks, gloves, helmets, and pads, as well as a Camp Scholarship Program, which this summer will send 100 players under the age of 15 to lacrosse camps across the country for free.
When it comes to promoting their sport and helping people overcome the challenges associated with a new team, few organizations are doing a better job than US Lacrosse.
www.boston.com /news/local/articles/2004/04/29/us_lacrosse_promotes_a_booming_sport   (509 words)

  
 US Lacrosse - Greater Rochester Chapter - Welcome!!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Greater Rochester Chapter is a Rochester based non-profit organization, a regional chapter of US Lacrosse, Inc., committed to supporting the promotion and growth of men's and women's lacrosse in the Greater Rochester region.
The mission of US Lacrosse is to ensure a unified and responsive organization that develops and promotes the sport by providing services to its members and programs to inspire participation, while preserving the integrity of the game.
Member benefits also include insurance coverage, access to US Lacrosse programs and services, eligibility to participate in US Lacrosse events, discounts on purchases from the Lacrosse Museum gift shop, the monthly email newsletter and more.
www.rochesterlax.org   (447 words)

  
 US Women's Lacrosse Team Staff Named | Walax   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The selections were made by the US Lacrosse Women’s Division National Teams Committee and head coach Sue Heether and approved by the US Lacrosse Women’s Division Board of Governors.
Ulehla is entering her second season as the head women’s lacrosse at Temple University after an eight-year stint at James Madison where she led the Dukes to three Colonial Athletic Association championships and six NCAA tournament berths, including a semifinal appearance in 2000.
An officer in the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps, Renner graduated from the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing in 2005 and received her undergraduate degree from Elon College in 2000.
www.walax.com /us_womens_lacrosse_team_staff_named   (497 words)

  
 Dayton Lacrosse Club   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
US Lacrosse is the governing body as well as advocacy group for lacrosse in the United States.
Ohio High School Lacrosse Association is presented by the Southern Ohio Chapter of US Lacrosse.
Lacrosse Magazine has been covering the sport for the members of US Lacrosse or over a quarter of a century.
www.daytonlacrosse.org /resources.html   (885 words)

  
 US Lacrosse, Inc.
US Lacrosse provides stewardship, as well as a national administrative framework, for the sport.
The organization was founded in 1998 as a result of the merger of nine national lacrosse organizations in an effort to unify human and financial resources and maximize teh efficiency of lacrosse promotion and development.
US Lacrosse was formed with a vision of unifying every amateur lacrosse organization in the country under one national governing body.
www.volunteersolutions.org /bvu-maryland/org/1426592-printer.html   (215 words)

  
 phorum - High School Lax - US Lacrosse Names Youth Lacrosse Award Winners
The US Lacrosse Youth Council solicited nominations from around the country for individuals who have made significant contributions to youth programs over time.
An official since 1981, Schroeder first served on the board of the National Junior Lacrosse Association from 1994 to 1998 and since 1998 has served on the US Lacrosse Board of Directors as a representative from the Youth Council.
A member of the US Lacrosse Youth Council, Brooks has been instrumental in developing new coaches and officials through her roles as a member of the national Coaches Education Committee and a board member for the North Texas Chapter of US Lacrosse and the Friends of North Texas Lacrosse.
forums.laxpower.com /read.php?f=3&t=36120&a=1&   (727 words)

  
 Home - US Lacrosse - Potomac Chapter
Lacrosse Magazine is published eight times a year and is mailed at the end of the month prior to the issue date.
US Lacrosse and National Team merchandise can be ordered through our online giftshop, by visiting the gift shop in Baltimore or by calling toll-free 1.866.877.7550 (this number does not connect to the US Lacrosse headquarters).
US Lacrosse, a 501 (c) (3) organization, relies on tax deductible contributions to support its programs, services and national teams.
www.uslacrossepotomac.org /join_faq.htm   (890 words)

  
 Western Massachusetts Women’s Lacrosse Officials Council of the Women’s Division of US Lacrosse, Inc   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
These US Lacrosse rules are not to be modified, changed or challenged in any way.
Additions to the US Lacrosse rules can be made according to the league, program and/or age level of the game.
Please note this is a US Lacrosse rule and is for the protection and safety of the player.
town.somers.ct.us /Lacrosse/MAGirlsLacrosseRules.htm   (1339 words)

  
 Charley Toomey Named US Lacrosse Coach Of The Week :: Greyhound coach honored after leading team to upset in over No. 2 ...
Charley Toomey is the US Lacrosse Coach of the Week.
Baltimore, Md. - Men's lacrosse coach Charley Toomey has been named the US Lacrosse Coach of the Week after guiding his Greyhounds past No. 2 Georgetown last Saturday.
US Lacrosse is the national governing body for men's and women's lacrosse.
loyolagreyhounds.cstv.com /sports/m-lacros/spec-rel/041706aac.html   (326 words)

  
 Lacrosse Georgia
The Georgia Chapter of US Lacrosse is made up of many groups and organizations, which promote the growth of the game.
Lacrosse is growing by 18% a year around the country and nowhere is it more evident then in the state of Georgia.
None of the links are created, sponsored or affiliated in any way with the Georgia Lacrosse Foundation A Chapter of US Lacrosse and The Georgia Lacrosse Foundation takes no responsibility for the content on any of the linked sites.
www.lacrossegeorgia.com   (542 words)

  
 Millstone Township Lacrosse   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
We are a member of the New Jersey Lacrosse League which is sanctioned by US Lacrosse.
US Lacrosse is committed to improving and expanding services to its members.
All members receive access to a variety of programs and services, discounts on books, videos, education materials and National Team merchandise; Lacrosse Magazine, comprehensive lacrosse insurance; membership in their local chapter, free admission to the Lacrosse Museum and Hall of Fame; access to national partnerships such as MDNA credit cards and Hertz car rentals.
millstonelacrosse.org   (244 words)

  
 Timberlane Youth Lacrosse - News
TYL provides lacrosse programs for boys and girls in grades 1-8 in the Timberlane Regional school district.
Timberlane Youth Lacrosse is a member of the New Hampshire Youth Lacrosse Association and all coaches and players are members of US Lacrosse, the national governing body of lacrosse.
After joining US Lacrosse, enter your number in your childs profile by selecting "Edit My Account", click on your childs name and enter the number in the "US Lacrosse Number" field.
www.timberlaneyouthlacrosse.org   (149 words)

  
 MichiganLacrosse.org - Michigan Chapter of US Lacrosse
US Lacrosse worked with equipment manufacturers Brine, Cascade, deBeer, STX and Warrior to make the program possible.
"Without the generous support of the lacrosse industry we wouldn't be able to reach so many children and help put sticks in their hands," said Beth Reisinger, sport development director for US Lacrosse.
Ever since the departure of varsity lacrosse from Michigan State University and Northwood University the state of Michigan has been without any level of varsity lacrosse and college-aged lacrosse players have been playing at various levels of college club lacrosse and often leaving the state to play for varsity teams.
www.michiganlacrosse.org   (1013 words)

  
 US Lacrosse -- The National Governing Body of Men's and Women's Lacrosse
US Lacrosse -- The National Governing Body of Men's and Women's Lacrosse
Lacrosse magazine, now in its 29th year of publication, is available exclusively to US Lacrosse members.
BALTIMORE -- US Lacrosse has announced that it will hold its annual national convention at the Baltimore Convention Center from 2009-2011.
www.lacrosse.org   (135 words)

  
 USLacrosse | Eastern Massachusetts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Class of 2005 New England Lacrosse Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony - The New England Lacrosse Hall of Fame invites you to attend the induction of the Class of 2005 on Saturday, January 28, 2006 at the Museum of National Heritage in Lexington, MA.
The Eastern Mass Chapter of US Lacrosse is entering Boys teams in the 2005 US Lacrosse Youth Festivals to be held at UMASS Amherst for the U15 Boys and at SUNY Binghamton for the U13 Boys.
The varsity lacrosse team is comprised primarily of high school students from underserved neighborhoods in Boston, Cambridge and Chelsea.
www.nelax.org /nelax   (1575 words)

  
 Lacrosse
Senior Greg Gurenlian and John Manners have been awarded lacrosse scholarships (to Penn State and Rutgers, respectively) after keying the Cougars to a 16-4 record and two victories in the Pennsylvania Lacrosse Association playoffs.
It is a key position that calls a defensive specialist who, at the same time, excels at the transition game (feeding the ball ahead and/or carrying it into the offensive zone).
He has a full lacrosse scholarship to Penn State after collecting 25 goals and 34 assists in 19 games for the Cougars.
members.tripod.com /delawarecountysports/id11.htm   (3125 words)

  
 Delaware Lacrosse Foundation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The Delaware Lacrosse Foundation, a Chapter of US Lacrosse and a 501C3 non-profit organization, is dedicated to fostering the growth of Lacrosse throughout the State of Delaware.
The Delaware Lacrosse Foundation inducted three individuals to the Delaware Lacrosse Hall of Fame at its All Lacrosse Awards dinner Thursday, June 8th.
People are encouraged to nominate an individual that they feel has left a mark on the game of lacrosse whether by playing, coaching, contributing or officiating.
www.dellax.org   (260 words)

  
 Lacrosse News
BALTIMORE — The US Lacrosse National Convention, the largest educational opportunity for lacrosse coaches and officials is now just a month away and nearly 3,000 individuals have already registered for this year's event.
Online registration is available on the US Lacrosse Web site at www.uslacrosse.org through Dec. 31, 2005 for $60.
The award will be presented by US Lacrosse and the Lacrosse Industry Council.
www.laxpower.com /laxnews/news.php?story=1720   (658 words)

  
 Welcome to the Minnesota Lacrosse Association
The purpose of the Minnesota Lacrosse Association (MLA) is to unify, promote, develop, and equally represent mens and womens lacrosse in Minnesota, operating in compliance with the approved requirements and guidelines of US Lacrosse.
Another big thank you to all the delegates who have supported lacrosse and kept bringing this issue to the delegate assembly.
US Lacrosse has just announced that the Level 1 Online Courses of the US Lacrosse Coaches Education Program are now live!
www.mn-lacrosse.com   (358 words)

  
 Lacrosse: YOUR COMMENTS
Many of us in the box lacrosse world here in Canada have felt that E-lacrosse has been too focused on field lacrosse and had all but forgotten about such great box lacrosse leagues such as the Western Lacrosse Association, the Ontario Lacrosse Association as well as the NLL.
Lacrosse is alive here, but we miss going to see JHU, MD and the others down south.
Your site is certainly becoming the foremost lacrosse site on the internet and we are thrilled that you let us be a part of it by allowing us to post our results and linking our site.
www.e-lacrosse.com /tellus.htm   (7100 words)

  
 Hawaii Lacrosse Invitational
Most Japanese players have only been playing lacrosse a couple years, but textbook slow breaks and back door cuts could be seen all weekend.
Hawaii was also celebrating becoming the newest chapter of US Lacrosse.
Beth Reisinger will be introducing the new US Lacrosse - Hawaii Chapter Board to the Hawaii US Lacrosse Members including youth, men, and women.
www.hawaiilacrosse.com /2005   (1646 words)

  
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NYA defeated Cape 9-5 to punctuate the first week of boys high school lacrosse and the Waynflete girls held on to beat Yarmouth earlier in the week 8-7.
South Portland will be holding a JV Lacrosse tournament at Wainwright Fields on June 3rd and we are looking for girls JV teams who want to participate.
There will be Lacrosse vendors there and we are expecting about 1,000 Lacrosse players, boys and girls.
www.mainelacrosse.net   (422 words)

  
 NH Lacrosse Foundation - News
The NH Lacrosse Foundation is a New Hampshire based non-profit organization, a regional chapter of US Lacrosse, Inc., committed to supporting the promotion & growth of men's and women's lacrosse in the state of NH.
The NH Lacrosse Foundation's mission is to grow, unify, and promote men’s and women’s lacrosse in NH with emphasis in the development of youth lacrosse.
All US Lacrosse members are welcome to attend.
www.nhlacrosse.org   (235 words)

  
 Milwaukee Area Youth Lacrosse Association
To promote the sport of lacrosse and its history throughout the greater Milwaukee area.
Girls' Lacrosse to be played on the Northshore this summer.
US Lacrosse now offers coaches training online through their website at www.uslacrosse.org.
www.milwaukeeyouthlacrosse.com   (113 words)

  
 Long Island Metropolitan Lacrosse Foundation
The presentation was conducted at the LIMLF Lacrosse Jamboree at the Mitchel Athletic Complex on Saturday, June 17th.
US Lacrosse is pleased to announce the publication of Our Game: The Character and Culture of Lacrosse, authored by John Yeager.
Lacrosse is one of the nation's fastest-growing sports, but with that growth comes a challenge.
www.limetrolax.org   (431 words)

  
 Philadelphia Lacrosse Association
MAB Paints won 12-7 over Dolan's in the Championship Game of the Millard Robinson Tuesday Night Summer Lacrosse League at the Haverford School on August 9th.
Delco Times (8/4/06: As a standout midfielder on Widener’s men’s lacrosse team last spring, Todd Fairlie was named honorable mention All-America by the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA), first team All-MAC and an ECAC Men’s Lacrosse South/Metro All-Star.
As a junior, he was named the Division III East Region defensive Player of the Year by the Football Gazette, and an honorable mention All-American and first-team All-East Region performer by D3.com.
www.palacrosse.com   (791 words)

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