Field Lacrosse

The More You Know

The BC Lacrosse Association (BCLA) manages youth clubs in lacrosse associations with male and female participants up to 16 years of age. More than 16,000 registered athletes participate in lacrosse throughout BC, ranging from ages 4 – 50+ years.  See www.bclacrosse.com for more information.

History

Lacrosse is a sport rich in Canadian history and tradition. The initial forms of lacrosse were documented as early as the 1700s and are best detailed in the history of our First Nations people. Lacrosse is “Canada’s National Summer Sport” and recognized as the “Fastest Game on two Feet.” There are two forms of Lacrosse – Box and Field.

Field Lacrosse is best known as a collegiate game and provides a great opportunity for Canadians to attend U.S. colleges and universities on athletic scholarships, or Canadian universities in club programs. Field Lacrosse is played internationally in over 45 countries with World Lacrosse Championships held every four years. Field Lacrosse is played outdoors on a natural grass or turf field, 60 yards wide by 110 yards long. There are 10 players per team and are identified as attackmen (3), midfielders (3), defenders (3), and a goaltender. There are a maximum of 23 players per roster.

Field Lacrosse at the BC Games

Field lacrosse athletes at the BC Summer Games are the best 14 to 15 year olds in the province. Youth lacrosse players start participating as early as four years old and will play at the Pee Wee, Bantam, and Midget levels before attending the BC Summer Games. Athletes who attend the BC Summer Games tend to continue the long-term athlete development process and compete at a high level provincially, collegiately, professionally, and internationally.