Equipment Requirements
USA Lacrosse (Not St. Albans Rec) sets equipment standards. If you're new to LAX, you may not know that the boys game and girls game are quite different. Different rules, different equipment requirements - we agree, it's confusing.
Here are current requirements:
Tykes - no cleats needed, but ok to wear. Bring a stick if you have one, we have some to use during the program.
All Girls Grades 1 and up:
Cleats, mouth guard, stick and eye protection
Headgear and close fitting gloves are optional.
All Boys Grades 1 - 2:
Cleats, helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, stick & mouth guard.
All Boys Grades 3 and up:
Cleats, helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, stick & mouth guard - In addition, all Boys in grades 3 and up must have NOCSAE certified chest protectors. Without NOCSAE certified chest protectors they will not be able to play. Certification will be indicated on the chest protector. If you are purchasing new, ask the sales person. If you're using a hand me down, or buying 2nd hand, check for the certification. Referees will not let kids play without them.