A high-energy contact sport played primarily in the spring, men's lacrosse is one of America's fastest growing team sports. Men's lacrosse resembles playing a combination of basketball and hockey on a soccer field. Players use their lacrosse sticks to catch, throw, scoop and shoot the ball, which spends very little time on the ground. The game involves quick sprints up and down the field with precision passes, body checks, a pick-and-cut offense and explosive dodges that result in scorching shots on goal.
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