Helmet:
A protective helmet, equipped with face mask, chin pad and a cupped four point chin strap
fastened to all four hookups, must be worn by all men𠏋 players. All helmets and face
masks should be NOCSAE (National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment)
approved.Protective Equipment
All players, with the exception of the goalkeeper, must wear shoulder pads. Arm pads and
rib pads are also strongly recommended and often required, as are athletic supporters and
protective cups for all players.
Glove:
All players are required to wear protective gloves. The cutting or altering of gloves is
prohibited.
Crosse:
The crosse (lacrosse stick) is made of wood, laminated wood or synthetic material, with a
shaped net pocket at the end. The crosse must be an overall length of 40 - 42 inches for
attackmen and midfielders, or 52 - 72 inches for defensemen. The head of the crosse must
be 6.5 - 10 inches wide, except a goalie's crosse which may be 10 - 12 inches wide. The
pocket of a crosse shall be deemed illegal if the top surface of a lacrosse ball, when
placed in the head of the crosse, is below the bottom edge of the side wall.
Ball:
The ball must be made of solid rubber and can be white, yellow or orange. The ball is 7.75
- 8 inches in circumference and 5 - 5.25 ounces.
Mouthpiece:
The mouthpiece must be a highly visible color and is mandatory.
Goalkeeper:
The goalkeeper is required to wear a throat protector and chest protector, in addition to
a helmet, mouthpiece and gloves. The keeper can hold a much bigger crosse and deeper pocket. |
