Sport and Outdoor

Lacrosse is a sport with a rich heritage, and is played in many parts of the world. It contains the physical hitting of football, the speed and quickness of hockey, and the passing and shooting ability of basketball. Anybody can play this game, from the little guy who has speed and quickness to the big guy who has strength and power. Make no mistake; once you have thrown a lacrosse ball with a lacrosse stick, the game has got you!Lacrosse For Dummies is for anyone interested in lacrosse, from the “peanut” player (four or five years old) to the old-timer, from the new fan to the fanatic, from the beginning coach to the experienced coach, from the parent who’s a novice to the parent who has been through the “wars” of lacrosse. Whatever your association to the sport, this book is an interesting and exciting read.Lacrosse For Dummies covers what you need to know to get the most out of this exciting sport, whether you’re a fan, coach, player, or parent of a player. From the fundamen tals of passing and catching to equipping yourself for the game, this book has everything you ever wanted to know about lacrosse, but were afraid to ask. Lacrosse For Dummies opens with the basics of the game, and familiarizes you with such things as the ball and the stick, the position of the players on the field, the equipment used, and the way the game is played. The other parts of the book illustrate how you should watch the game for maximum enjoyment, how you can become a better player, and how you can become a better coach.This book also explores:The fundamentals of playing lacrosseThe rules of the gameHow to develop offensive and defensive skillsPreparing yourself for a gameLacrosse has had a hectic history of ups and downs, probably more than any other sport, but it is still the most exciting sport around. Lacrosse For Dummies can show you how to enjoy this game from any perspective—fan, coach, or player.

The No Bounce lacrosse balls were made for practice inside a gym or indoor facility. These lacrosse balls have the same weight and feel as a regular lacrosse ball but will not bounce like a regular lacrosse ball. Once the ball hits a surface it will not react like a normal ball. Perfect for gym class and when the weather is too bad to go outside.

The soft practice ball is perfect for youth players, educational classes, indoor play, instructional sessions and throwing around without wearing a helmet or goggle. This ball is the same size as a normal ball but without the hard rubber construction. This foam ball has enough weight to throw accurate but is soft enough to better prevent injury.