VMLA Box Lacrosse Equipment – Quick Reference Guide

Safety First: Essential Gear

To keep players safe and make lacrosse more enjoyable, these items are required:

• Lacrosse Stick – choose the correct length for your child’s age and size (details below)
• Helmet – CSA-approved
• Mouthguard – properly fitted for safety
• Slash Guards – protect arms from stick checks
• Chest Protector – protects chest and ribs
• Elbow Pads – protect elbows during contact
• Kidney Pads – protect lower back and sides
• Gloves – improve grip and protect hands
• Jock/Jill – essential groin protection

Tip: Hockey gear can be used, but lacrosse-specific gear is strongly recommended for safety and comfort.

CSA Approval

Always make sure your equipment is CSA-approved.

Choosing the Right Stick

The correct stick length is key for ball control, passing, and shooting.

How to measure your child’s stick:

1. Place your child’s elbow at the butt end of the stick.
2. Grab the stick – the hand should hold it about halfway between the butt and the bottom of the head.

Recommended Stick Lengths:

Adjusting the Stick:

1. Measure from the top of the head to the butt end.
2. Remove the rubber butt-end cover before cutting.
3. Measure twice, cut once (a hacksaw works well).
4. Sand or file rough edges.
5. Replace the butt-end cover and wrap with athletic tape for safety.

Pro Tip: The right stick helps your child learn faster, play better, and enjoy the game more!