Question 1

What are the rules of lacrosse?

Accepted Answer

USA Lacrosse Rules Girls

Question 2

What equipment is needed for lacrosse?

Accepted Answer

USA Lacrosse Equipment Guide

Question 3

I'm new to lacrosse. What exactly should I buy?

Accepted Answer

LACROSSE FANATIC is our equipment supplier.  You may contact them directly to have new equipment shipped directly to you (916-363-8700).
 
GOGGLES 
 
LACROSSE STICK - specific to the girls' game
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LACROSSE SHOES - athletic shoes, cleats or turf shoes
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MOUTH GUARD

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Question 4

Where can I buy lacrosse equipment?

Accepted Answer

Lacrosse equipment can be bought at most sporting good stores. Lacrosse specific stores are the best option.
Lacrosse Fanatic www.lacrossefanatic.com
Sport Stop www.sportstop.com
Big 5 www.big5sportinggoods.com
Amazon

Question 5

My daughter loves lacrosse and wants to play competitively.  Where do I play?

Accepted Answer

Every club has a different feel and different missions.  Some have full year commitments while others run more casually on a seasonal menu system. There are several good options to explore. All the competitive clubs take place outside of your recreational spring season.

Verve Lacrosse (practices at Mitty HS in San Jose and Woodside Priory in Woodside)
Norcal Lacrosse (practices in Palo Alto)
True Lacrosse (practices in Danville)
STEPS (practices in San Francisco)
ADVNC (practices in Marin)

Question 6

How do I determine which team to join?

Accepted Answer

Please refer to the USA Lacrosse age chart to determine which team to join.

Question 7

What is the concussion protocol?

Accepted Answer

All concussions and serious injuries must be reported to the NCJLA. If your child has a consussion, please notify your coach immediately and submit this Concussion and Serious Injury Report.

Question 8

Is financial aid available?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Extreme Vipers Lacrosse and the NCJLA offer financial aid. 
 
For Extreme Lacrosse, contact info@extremelacrosse.org for the financial aid application.
 
For the NCJLA, you can submit this Player Scholarship Form to request financial aid.

Question 9

Are all the coaches certified with USALacrosse?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Extreme Lacrosse requires all its coaches to have a BRONZE certification through USALacrosse.  This status includes the following:
Valid Membership
Background Check
Abuse Prevention Course
Cardiac Care Course
Concussion Course
Cultural Competency Course
Annual Rules Test

Frequently asked questions

What are the rules of lacrosse?

What equipment is needed for lacrosse?