Lacrosse is becoming more popular nowadays because of its fast-paced style of play. However, it is also quite physical in nature, which is why protective gear is essential when playing the game. The following are the equipment required in the sport:
Helmet: With checks common in lacrosse, as well as accidental hits from the sticks, a NOCSAE-approved (National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment) helmet with facemask and mouth guard should always be worn to protect the head from minor injuries and concussions. Female lacrosse players are typically not required to wear helmets, but they need to wear goggles to protect the eyes.
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Gloves: Gloves are also required to protect the fingers, hand, and wrists. The gloves should also help players get a good grip on the stick.
Shoulder pad: To protect the upper body, particularly the shoulders, a shoulder pad specifically designed for lacrosse should also be worn. As a further safeguard, elbow pads, full-arm guards, and rib pads can be used.
Protective cup: Male lacrosse players are required to wear a protective cup to protect the groin area from blunt trauma injuries caused by accidental hits from other players, sticks, or the ball.
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Goalie protective gear: Goalies have a special set of gears because they are the most prone to being hit by the ball that can travel up to 100 miles per hour. In addition to the helmet, they should also wear throat protectors. And the gloves and body pads should have more padding than the regular ones.
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