Lacrosse fiddle sticks may be tiny, but they are seriously big fun. In the backyard, at the beach or even in the basement, busting out your fiddle sticks makes for a rocking good time.
How to Play a Fiddle Stick Lacrosse Game
Since lacrosse fiddle stick games are usually informal, there’s no one set way to play.
If you’ve got a few pals together, you can use these rough fiddle stick game guidelines:
- 5 players on each team
- 3 vs. 3 with 1 goalie and 1 substitute on each side
- 20 minutes of running time
- The clock should not stop unless there are unusual circumstances, like an injury
- Players wear full lacrosse equipment, including helmets, gloves and shoulder pads
- No cross-checks, body checks, slashing or wild stick swinging
- After a goal is scored, the opposing team’s goalie picks up the ball to start a clear
- Closest player to end line after a shot is awarded the ball
Top Places to Play with Lacrosse Fiddle Sticks
Lacrosse fiddle sticks come with a softer, smaller ball, which is perfect for indoor or outdoor play.
1) The Beach
The beach may be the best place to play with lacrosse fiddle sticks.
Think of these big advantages:
- You don’t have to worry about ruining your best lacrosse stick
- The sand provides a soft landing
- You won’t skin your knees on the ground
- You can dive across the crease or after the ball
2) The Backyard
In the backyard, you can play a quick game with just one goal—either full-size or miniature.
- You will only need one goalie
- Adjust the number of players on the field based on the size of the playing area
- After a turnover, players should take the ball back before attacking the goal
Also, with a softer ball, there is no need to worry about breaking your neighbor’s windows.
3) The Basement
If you have open space in your basement, why not transform it into another lacrosse practice space?
There’s no limit to how much fun you could have with a fiddle stick set and a mini goal or two. Goalie wars is a popular basement game, where two players guard each goal and fire shots at one another. If you have a big basement, you could even add a player or players to each side.
As you kick back and relax this summer, pick up a lacrosse fiddle stick. It will keep your head in the game and offer endless entertainment.
