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USLacrosse Parent Handbook Youth Boys Introduction
Positions
Attack (3 per team)
The attackman’s responsibility is to:
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Score goals and assist goals by passing the ball
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Stay on the offensive side of the field
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Demonstrate excellent stick work with both hands and have quick feet
Midfield (3 per team)
The midfielder’s responsibility is to:
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Cover the entire field playing offense and defense
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Clear the ball from defense to offense
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Demonstrate great stick work (throwing, catching, ground balls)
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Possess speed and stamina
Defense (3 per team)
The defenseman’s responsibility is to:
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Defend the goal
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Be agile, aggressive and possess great stick work
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Read any attackman’s play and react quickly in game situations
Goalie (1 per team)
The goalie’s responsibility is to:
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Protect the goal and prevent the opposing team from scoring
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Lead the defense by directing defensemen to react
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Possess excellent hand-eye coordination and a strong voice
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