{"product_id":"lacrosse-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Lacrosse for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJim Hinkson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJoe Lombardi\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe ultimate guide for fans and players of this rapidly growing sport \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLacrosse For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate guide for fans and players of this rapidly growing sport alike. The book offers everything the beginning player needs to know, from the necessary equipment to the basic rules of the game, with explanations of the women's game and the indoor game, too. It also offers a wealth of information for the experienced player, including winning offensive and defensive strategies, along with skill-building exercises and drills. Finally, there's information on how armchair lacrosse players can get their fix of the sport on television, online, on in print.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour complete guide to the fastest growing sport in North America!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a player, coach, or fan of field or box lacrosse, this friendly guide explains everything you need to know about the game. From the basic rules of the men's andwomen's games and the fundamentals of passing and catching to advanced offensive and defensive strategies, you'll discover how to get the most out of this exciting sport.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstand the essentials\u003c\/b\u003e -- meet the players on the field and floor, discover how the game is played, and get to know the rules\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet equipped\u003c\/b\u003e -- choose the perfect stick and select protective gear that gives you the freedom to move\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBecome a better player\u003c\/b\u003e -- bone up on basic technique, develop your passing and catching skills through drills, and learn how to evade defenders and stop offensive players\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove as a team\u003c\/b\u003e -- investigate how your team can play as one -- both offensively and defensively -- to increase your chances of victory\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoach like a pro\u003c\/b\u003e -- figure out what style of play suits your team, draw up winning game plans, and keep your players sharp\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheer from the sidelines\u003c\/b\u003e -- find the best ways to follow lacrosse on television, online, or in print; check out the top high schooland college teams; and keep up with the pros in the MLL and NLL\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes women's lacrosse unique\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to read referees' signals\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelpful tips from star college and professional players\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraits every great goalie must have\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow lacrosse is similar to basketball and hockey\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ingredients for effective special teams\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eMental and physical conditioning plans to keep you game-ready\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfiles of the top players\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstand the field, box, and women's games\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet the proper equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eImprove your offensive and defensive skills\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep up with college and professional games\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Hinkson\u003c\/b\u003e has coached at every level of lacrosse, from house league to professional. He has authored five books on lacrosse and coaching. 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