Coaching small-sided lacrosse games requires a unique approach that focuses on skill development, teamwork, and
Modeled after World Lacrosse Sixes making its Olympic debut in Los Angeles
Olympic Debut 2028
Smaller Size Field
30-Sec Shot Clock
SMALL TEAMS.
BIG GAMES.
Easy-to-form teams play 6 against 6 in a series of 24-minute games that guarantee fast, exciting action, sportsmanship, and fun that anyone can play.
YOUTH
- Grades 3-8
- Skill Development
- Divisions For All
- Focus on Fundamentals
- Social Interaction
HIGH SCHOOL
- Grades 9-11
- Increased Involvement
- Faster-Paced Gameplay
- Enhances Physical Fitness
- Social Interaction
COLLEGE ADULT
- Social Interaction
- Divisions For All
- Easy-to-Form Teams
- Affordablity
- Global Growth
ABOUT LACROSSE SIXES
- Highly social. Anyone can play! Multiple divisions for boys, girls, youth, high school and adult
- Easy to form teams of 9 to 12 players, leads to more playing time and touches on the ball
- 6 field players aside. Everyone plays both sides of the field (defense/offense)
- Hybrid of traditional field and box lacrosse
- Smaller unified field size enhances stick development and spatial awareness
- Exciting to watch; spectators love it!
- 30 Second Shot Clock
- “Up and down” quick pace provides incredible exercise and cardio workout for players in short amount of time
- Promotes the growth of the sport by eliminating barriers to entry (e.g., cost, team size, field size)
- Building-block strategy enhances player IQ for the full-field game
- Repetition of shooting develops better accuracy for offense players while honing goalie skill sets and outlets
- Goalies initiate play after goals are scored; draws and face-offs occur at the start of each period
- NO long poles promotes learning body and footwork positioning for defense
FEATURED EVENTS
WINTER HAVEN FL
FRISCO TX
2028 OLYMPICS
The official recognition by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games marked a landmark moment, promising to increase global visibility, attract top-tier athletes, and open unprecedented avenues for youth sports development and scholarship opportunities.
Lacrosse Sixes’ Olympic debut represents not just a milestone for the sport, but a transformational opportunity to elevate its status worldwide.
Check out the complete guide to the 2028 Olympics—get the latest news, team selection details, game formats, and insights into Lacrosse Sixes and Flag Football’s historic inclusion in the Olympic Games.
NUMBERS DON'T LIE
Lacrosse Sixes action at the 2025 PLL Championship Series by the numbers.
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WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT LACROSSE SIXES
For many former college lacrosse players, the transition from the structured world of collegiate sports
Coaching small-sided games is a dynamic and impactful way to develop fundamental skills, enhance teamwork,
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