Getting started in lacrosse can feel a little overwhelming—especially when it comes to equipment. The gear you need depends on whether you play boys’ or girls’ lacrosse and whether you’re a field player or goalie.

Girls Lacrosse

• A stick, mouthguard and protective eyewear are the only required items for most players.
• Headgear and close fitting gloves are optional for field players.
• Goalies are also required to wear a helmet with face mask, a separate throat protector, padded gloves and a chest protector.

Boys Lacrosse

• Field players are required to use a helmet, stick, gloves, shoulder pads, arm pads, a mouthguard and a protective cup.
• Rib pads are optional.
• Goalies are also required to wear a helmet with face mask, a separate throat protector, padded gloves and a chest protector.

Check out - USA Lacrosse Equipment Overview