What is Lacrosse?Lacrosse is a fast-paced, dynamic team sport that combines strategy, skill, and teamwork. Played with lacrosse sticks and a ball, it offers excitement and challenge for players of all ages.
In senior lacrosse, teams typically have ten players on the field.
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Men’s Lacrosse: A contact sport requiring full protective gear.
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Women’s Lacrosse: Non-contact, requiring only mouthguards and eye protection.
For junior players, lacrosse provides a fantastic introduction to the sport, with modified rules and a focus on skill development, teamwork, and having fun. It’s a great way for kids to stay active, make friends, and learn the fundamentals of this exciting game.
Globally, lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports, played in over 60 countries. It emphasizes hand-eye coordination, quick decision-making, and teamwork, with the ultimate goal of scoring by maneuvering the ball into the opponent’s net.
Opportunities with the Chadstone Redbacks
The Chadstone Redbacks Lacrosse Club offers opportunities for both junior and senior players to enjoy the sport at all levels. Juniors can start their lacrosse journey with fun and inclusive programs designed to build confidence and skills.
Senior players can compete in state competitions during the winter season or explore alternative formats like indoor and box lacrosse during the off-season.
For those with ambitions to excel, we provide pathways for juniors and seniors to represent at national championships and even international competitions.
Join the Chadstone Redbacks Lacrosse Club and be part of a community that embraces the fun, energy, and camaraderie of lacrosse!
Check out the video below to learn more.
What is Lacrosse?
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Chadstone Lacrosse is committed to embracing diversity and eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of its services. Lacrosse Victoria welcomes all people irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
The Chadstone Lacrosse Club acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we gather to meet and play, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong People. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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