World Lacrosse

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that after a draw at center, if an offense doesn't score within 30 seconds, they automatically lose possession of the ball. Actually, it's only when the shot clock expires with no attempt to shoot or pass (the ball is stationary) that the defense gets possession. This timing detail can lead to misunderstandings about what constitutes a timeout in the context of the shot clock.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that since it's a women's version of lacrosse, protective gear should be more advanced for safety, but they misunderstand that the official rules specifically state these protective pads are less effective in this sixes format compared to traditional men’s equipment. They fail to realize the specific conditions and design differences inherent to this particular game setting.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that the 70m x 36m field size is based on a standard soccer pitch conversion, leading them to argue about how it translates into yards or why they don't see such dimensions in other sports fields. The confusion arises because Lacrosse Sixes specifically uses these exact measurements for optimal gameplay and strategy, not simply converting from another sport's norms.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that a goal scored from outside the crease is worth 2 points instead of just 1 point, leading to heated arguments about scoring accuracy and game strategy. The confusion arises because the official rule specifies a single point for such a goal, but some players or spectators mistakenly believe it should be double due to its location in relation to the goal line.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that in a draw at center, players from both teams are supposed to compete for possession by passing the ball back and forth like they do during play, but actually, it's just about who can throw the ball first into the circle - whoever wins the toss gets to take the shot. They don't have to pass; they simply need to get the ball in play within five seconds.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that if their team doesn't shoot within 30 seconds of gaining possession in their defensive half, they automatically lose possession. However, the correct understanding is that they must advance the ball across the center-line within those 10 seconds; failing to do so triggers a loss of possession, not simply running out of time on the shot clock.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that since body-checking is illegal in Sixes, all contact between players must be avoided entirely, which leads them to misunderstand that it's about the type of contact allowed rather than completely eliminating physical interaction. The confusion arises because they misinterpret "no body-checking" as meaning no player-on-player contact at all.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that minor fouls in Lacrosse Sixes are only about holding or interference, forgetting that illegal procedure (like carrying the ball) can also fall under minor fouls, leading to confusion with major fouls like slashing. The complexity arises because these seemingly simple infractions can have significant impacts on game flow and score.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that yellow cards in Lacrosse Sixes mean a player is ejected from the game entirely, which isn't accurate. Actually, they receive just one minute less playing time as punishment for a major foul, unlike red card players who are sent off completely. The color confusion can lead to misunderstandings about the severity of the penalty.

Why People Get This Wrong

People often assume that the goalkeeper is one of those 12-player maximums, leading to arguments about whether a team can bring in an extra player just for goalkeeping purposes. Actually, the goalkeeper counts as part of the 5 field players allowed per side, so there's no room for another keeper even if you wanted to add one.