Injury prevention for young athletes
Lacrosse
Cutting and dodging make knees and ankles the top concern in lacrosse, and the right gear protects the head and face.
Injuries to know
Ankle and knee sprains
Usually happen without contact, while cutting and dodging.
Learn: Ankle Sprain →ACL and knee injuries
The leading cause of missed games and practices for both girls and boys.
Learn: ACL Tear →Concussions
In boys' lacrosse mostly from body contact. In girls' lacrosse mostly from accidental stick or ball contact.
Learn: Concussion →Muscle strains
Hamstrings, quads, and groin, usually without contact.
Learn: Hamstring Strain →
Habits that protect you
- Wear all required gear, sized right: helmets, pads, gloves, and mouthpieces for boys, and goggles and mouthpieces for girls.
- Before the season, train strength, jumping, and balance to protect your knees and ankles.
- Take 1 to 2 days off each week and 1 to 2 months off each year.
- Play by the rules: unprotected hits have no place in the game.
Your lesson path
Take these in order. Each lesson takes about 3 minutes.