Lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing NCAA sports, played by thousands of student-athletes across all three divisions. Known for its speed, physicality, and strategy, lacrosse provides a unique blend of athletic intensity and teamwork. Whether you're aiming to compete at the highest level or balance athletics with academics, NCAA lacrosse offers diverse opportunities.

Playing NCAA lacrosse offers student-athletes a unique opportunity to compete at a high level while continuing their academic journey. Beyond the game itself, NCAA lacrosse fosters personal growth by developing leadership skills, discipline, and the ability to thrive within a team environment. Players become part of a tight-knit community, forming lifelong bonds with teammates and coaches. Most importantly, being a college lacrosse player builds a strong academic and athletic resume that sets the foundation for success long after graduation.

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What Coaches Look For

College lacrosse coaches evaluate players on a mix of athletic ability, game intelligence, academics, and personal character. Athletically, they’re looking for speed, strength, agility, and endurance qualities that can impact performance at the college level. Equally important is lacrosse IQ, which includes a player's field awareness, decision-making, and how well they understand and execute team strategies.  

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Why play women's Lacrosse?

Choosing to play NCAA women’s lacrosse offers student-athletes the chance to compete at an elite level against some of the top talent in the country. The experience goes beyond the field, providing the opportunity to build lifelong friendships and professional networks through a strong team culture and shared goals. Playing college lacrosse also fosters personal development, athletes learn critical life skills such as time management, teamwork, accountability, and resilience that prepare them for success beyond sports. For many, athletic scholarships at the Division I and II levels help make college affordable, while all NCAA athletes benefit from strong academic support systems. Women’s lacrosse programs consistently post some of the highest graduation rates across collegiate sports, setting athletes up for success both during and after their college careers.

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