Newfoundland Lacrosse

Similarities Between Hockey and Lacrosse


	Lacrosse and hockey are very similar sports.
	U.S. College scholarship opportunities in Lacrosse are available (Note, the NLLA has a working relationship with an NCAA lacrosse scout, his son received a full scholarship to Harvard University).
	Hockey players excel in Lacrosse.
	It’s a great method to increase physical fitness in hockey’s off-season.
	Team sports build self esteem, respect, integrity and fairness.
	Lacrosse teaches leadership skills.
	It helps prevent sport burn-out by playing a new, fast-paced sport.
	Players of all fitness levels and abilities can compete in Lacrosse.
	A player can learn basic plays and strategies.
	A player can learn to play both offensive and defensive positions and make a quick transition from defense to offence and vice versa.
	It reinforces the importance of quickness and agility around the net.
	Lacrosse increases hand-eye co-ordination when stick handling.
	It teaches players to play with their head up and to be more aware of their surroundings.
	Offensive scoring skills are honed by shooting at smaller targets and picking corners.
	Defensive skills are taught with individual and team concepts.
	Lacrosse teaches the creativity of fakes, back passes and shots.
	Lacrosse is run in 5-player units and helps the hockey player practice playing a team concept.
	It is inexpensive to equip Lacrosse players as most hockey equipment can be used in Lacrosse.

NHL Stars

Here is a small sample of NHL stars who enhanced their hockey skills by playing lacrosse.