Lacrosse for Dummies

Your complete guide to the fastest growing sport in North America!

Whether you're a player, coach, or fan of field or box lacrosse, this friendly guide explains everything you need to know about the game. From the basic rules of the men's andwomen's games and the fundamentals of passing and catching to advanced offensive and defensive strategies, you'll discover how to get the most out of this exciting sport.

Understand the essentials -- meet the players on the field and floor, discover how the game is played, and get to know the rules

Get equipped -- choose the perfect stick and select protective gear that gives you the freedom to move

Become a better player -- bone up on basic technique, develop your passing and catching skills through drills, and learn how to evade defenders and stop offensive players

Improve as a team -- investigate how your team can play as one -- both offensively and defensively -- to increase your chances of victory

Coach like a pro -- figure out what style of play suits your team, draw up winning game plans, and keep your players sharp

Cheer from the sidelines -- find the best ways to follow lacrosse on television, online, or in print; check out the top high schooland college teams; and keep up with the pros in the MLL and NLL

Open the book and find:

What makes women's lacrosse unique

How to read referees' signals

Helpful tips from star college and professional players

Traits every great goalie must have

How lacrosse is similar to basketball and hockey

The ingredients for effective special teams

Mental and physical conditioning plans to keep you game-ready

Profiles of the top players

Learn to:

Understand the field, box, and women's games

Get the proper equipment

Improve your offensive and defensive skills

Keep up with college and professional games