lacrosse players

Introduces readers to the development of women's lacrosse, as well as the sport's star players from past to present. Colorful spreads, fascinating sidebars, and athlete bios make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

While lacrosse includes elements of other familiar sports, it's a sport all its own. With a rich history and exciting pace, it's also a respected sport growing in participants and fans. This informative book explores the evolving world of field lacrosse. From defenders sliding into shooting lanes to attackers cutting and spinning for a chance at scoring, lacrosse is a team game, with players of all positions working together to win. Readers and fans will love learning this sport's rules and especially seeing vivid photographs of its elite athletes at the top of their game.

Looks at famous female lacrosse players and how the sport is played. Includes tips on playing the game.

Lacey "Lace" Stewart knows who she is. She's the star of her high school's lacrosse team, she's confident and brash, and she doesn't seem to worry about what other people think. Lace tries hard in school, works weekends at a coffee shop, and is counting on a lacrosse scholarship for college. She's got it all figured out. At least that's what she shows everyone at school. But underneath her brave face, she's battling deep-seated anxiety, and she's one panic attack away from losing it all.

"Describes the history of women and lacrosse, from its invention by the indigenous peoples of North America to the first Women's Lacrosse World Cup tournament in 1982 and increasing growth in the 2010s and beyond"--Provided by publisher.

Details the life and career of Gaylord Powless, a Mohawk lacrosse player for the Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation Indian reserve and Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame inductee.

Discusses the case of a party for Duke University lacrosse players when a hired stripper dialed 911 to report a rape, and covers the resulting legal battle and dropped charges against three players as well as the problems with media coverage and the actions of college administration.

An account of the Duke lacrosse team rape case illuminates the ever-widening gap between America's rich and poor, and demonstrates how far the powerful will go to protect themselves.

Discusses lacrosse with the rules of the game, exercises for athletes, and stories about the sport.