Box Lacrosse 101
Box Lacrosse 101
Your official guide to the fast-paced, hard-hitting world of professional box lacrosse. From history to game strategy, learn it all here.
The NLL and Teams
Explore the National Lacrosse League and the 14 teams competing at the highest level, including your very own Georgia Swarm.
The History of Lacrosse
Discover the Indigenous origins of lacrosse and how box lacrosse developed into the professional sport we enjoy today.
The Floor
Understand the dimensions and layout of the box lacrosse floor, which is the same size as a hockey rink and features glass and boards.
The Players
- Forwards: The main scorers and attackers.
- Transition Players: Responsible for moving the ball quickly between defense and offense.
- Defensemen: Physical players who protect their goal.
- Goalie: The last line of defense protecting the net.
Penalties
Learn about fouls like slashing and cross-checking, and how penalties lead to man-down situations.
Special Teams
Power plays and penalty kills are critical to the game’s strategy. See how teams leverage these moments.
Lacrosse Terminology
- Crease: The area around the goal where only the goalie can enter.
- Transition: Switching from defense to offense.
- Face-Off: The play that starts the game or resumes play after a goal.
See the Action Live
Experience the speed and intensity of box lacrosse in person — grab your Georgia Swarm tickets today.
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