How to Play Lacrosse: Video Series

A lacrosse goalie needs to know how to square himself up, how to bounce on his toes and how to keep the butt end of his stick pointed out. Find out how to move a goalie's stick to block different lacrosse shots with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse positions.

There are four general lacrosse positions, including midfielders, attackers, defenders and the goalie. Find out how these positions become more specific with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse positions.

In order to throw a lacrosse ball, right-handed players should place their left hand at the bottom of the stick, their right hand at the top of the stick and point with the butt end before pulling and pushing the stick. Get tips on following through with a lacrosse throw with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse balls.

A lacrosse shot is similar to a lacrosse throw, except for the fact that the top hand will be pulled further down so that the stick can be pulled further away from the body. Discover how to do overhand and sidearm shots in lacrosse with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse shooting.

Becoming a professional lacrosse player means having a lot of motivation, being in shape and being a well-rounded player. Find out how professional lacrosse players learn to work with their supporting cast with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse players.

When catching a lacrosse ball, give the thrower a big target, and adjust the fact of the lacrosse stick to receive the ball in a flat position. Find out how to adjust to different throws in lacrosse with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse catching.

The first step in pinching a lacrosse stick is running a piece of string through the area that's going to be pinched before cranking it tight. Learn about tying knots when pinching lacrosse sticks with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse sticks.

A game of men's lacrosse is played with 10 players on each side, including three midfielders, three attackers, three defensive players and one goalie. Discover what equipment is used in men's lacrosse with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on men's lacrosse.

When fitting a lacrosse helmet, use the adjustable knob in the back of the helmet and the chin strap to tighten or loosen the fit. Make sure to give yourself a good line of sight through a lacrosse helmet with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse helmets.

Most of the rules in lacrosse concern player-to-player contact, and lacrosse players are not allowed to slash anybody. Find out why a lacrosse player is not allowed to swing at an opponent's legs with help from a lacrosse coach in this free video on lacrosse rules.