Bringing the great sport of Lacrosse to Sydney University!
In the heart of Sydney, Australia, we are so excited to share the great game of Lacrosse with the students and members of the community who want to try and play our beautiful game. Whether you are brand new or an experienced player we have something for everyone to join in on the fun!
What is Lacrosse?
Lacrosse is game where you use a stick (the crosse) to pass, catch, scoop and shoot some sweet goals. Originally started by First Nations tribes in what is now Canada and the US, Lacrosse is still called the ‘Medicine Game’ as it was played as a game of spiritual healing for First Nations peoples. We carry on that spirit here at Sydney University and seek to make Lacrosse an inclusive, dynamic and fun place for people to get involved in. See below for some of the versions we play!
Lacrosse 6’s
A version of the game created for the Olympics. It combines the standard play of field lacrosse with the more fast paced nature of basketball, featuring a shot clock and quick turn around in game play. Sydney Uni has contributed players to local comps like the Sydney Lacrosse League as well as to events like the East Coast Cup and Major League Sixes.
Box Lacrosse
Box is played on a hard surface with a rink around it, similar to ice hockey. There is a bit more contact allowed (and thus more equipment) but is a great game still played safely and competitively at the same time. With tournaments like Box Nationals it’s great when our club members can participate in all levels of the game in Australia. We hope to have join us for it some time.
Lacrosse 5’s
A mix-gendered, non-contact and fast paced version perfect for newbies or experienced players. We play social games, in local leagues and is the version played at Uni Nationals, an annual even that is one of the highlights of the year. We secured silver in 2024 and are always having a blast with it.
Club Values
Inclusivity
As a sport that is not as big as many others, we love being able to spread the game to whoever is interested and have a diverse background for where our players come from. We strive to make sure everyone feels welcomed and included.
Integrity
We play hard and to our best but always with great respect for our teammates, opponents, officials and sponsors. We do the right thing on and off the field and give it 100%. After all the game was a gift given to us and we acknowledge it’s up to us to carry that spirit with us.
Excellence
Excellence on and off the court means we put 100% into the work we put in, whether it is recruiting, learning, coaching, and of course at our social events. We don’t settle for less when we wear the uniform and represent ourselves, our Uni and our community.