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acrosse, considered to be America's first sport, was born of the North American Indian, christened by the French, and adapted and raised by the Canadians. Athletes and enthusiasts of the United States have embraced modern lacrosse for over a century. The sport is a combination of basketball, soccer and hockey. Anyone can play lacrosse! The game requires and rewards coordination and agility, not brawn. Quickness and speed are two highly prized qualities in lacrosse.
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ur desire is that every member of the Lovejoy Leopard Lacrosse Club program emphasize, by action and by word, the virtues of team spirit, sportsmanship, and healthy competition. All play and competition will be conducted on the highest level and develop a love for the sport and participation in all our players. Members will not be discriminated against based on ones race, religion or sex. All players are welcome regardless of skill or experience, if they are physically fit to meet the demands of the sport and meet the grade level requirement for the team.