New to Lacrosse

Welcome to Coppell Lacrosse!

Whether your child has never held a stick or you're simply curious about this fast-growing sport, we’re here to help you take your first steps with confidence.

What is Lacrosse?

Lacrosse is a team sport that combines elements of basketball, soccer, and hockey. Players use a long stick with a netted pocket (called a crosse) to pass, catch, cradle, and shoot a small rubber ball into the opponent’s goal. The team with the most goals wins!

Lacrosse is fast, fun, and great for developing:

✅ Speed & Agility

✅ Hand-Eye Coordination

✅ Teamwork

✅ Fitness & Confidence

✅ Strategy & Quick Thinking

At Coppell Lacrosse, we offer opportunities for both boys and girls grades K-12 — no prior experience necessary!

Why Choose Lacrosse?

✅ Great for multi-sport athletes

✅ Builds lifelong friendships

✅ Fast-growing youth sport across Texas and the U.S.

✅ Balanced mix of skill development, physical activity, and competition

✅ A supportive community of coaches, parents, and players

Is Lacrosse Safe?

Player safety is our top priority. All Coaches are USA Lacrosse background checked and trained in player safety protocols. Proper equipment, good coaching, and officiating make lacrosse a safe and rewarding experience.

How is Lacrosse Played?

While boys and girls lacrosse have some key differences, the basic ideas are similar:

Boys Lacrosse

• Field size: Full-size field (similar to a soccer field)
• Players on field: 10 per team (3 attack, 3 midfield, 3 defense, 1 goalie)
• Body contact: Legal (within rules) — boys wear full protective gear.
• Checking: Controlled stick checking allowed; body checks allowed at older levels.
• Game objective: Score by shooting the ball into the opponent’s net while passing and dodging defenders.

Girls Lacrosse

• Field size: Slightly wider and longer than boys.
• Players on field: 12 per team (attackers, midfielders, defenders, goalie).
• Body contact: Limited — stick contact allowed; body contact is minimal.
• Checking: Stick checking allowed above the shoulder (modified for younger levels).
• Game objective: Similar to boys — maintain possession, pass, and shoot to score.

Basic Rules (Simplified)

• Faceoff/Draw: Play starts with a faceoff (boys) or draw (girls) at midfield.
• Possession: Teams advance the ball by passing, carrying (cradling), and dodging.
• Defense: Use positioning, footwork, and stick checks to prevent scoring.
• Goal: One point per goal scored.
• Penalties: Fouls may result in time-outs, turnovers, or man-down situations.
• Game Length: Varies by age, typically 40-48 minutes for youth games.