We’re going to break down lacrosse stick lengths by position that will all follow with NCAA regulations! All stick length measurements are for the entire lacrosse stick, from the head to the end of the shaft.
Attack and Midfield Players – When playing this position, you need a shorter stick as defense isn’t the focus, its ball movement and scoring! Attack and Midfielders want a short stick between 40″ – 42″.
Defense and Midfield Players –The purely defensive players in field lacrosse will use a bigger stick up to 72″, while some midfield players will choose in between an attack and defense length around 52″.
Goalie Stick – The goalie lacrosse stick length is anywhere between 40″ – 72″, and the difference is dependent on the height of the goalie and personal preference.
Youth Players – For players younger than high school, there aren’t any strict regulations and really it comes down to a length that you can handle and like as a player!