Kyle Harrison advancing, pursued by an opponent
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| Highest governing body | World Lacrosse |
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| Nicknames | Lax, The Medicine Game, The Creator’s Game |
| First played | As early as the 12th century C.E., North America Codified in 1867 |
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | Full contact (men's) |
| Team members | 10 per team, including goaltender |
| Equipment | Ball, stick, helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, arm pads |
| Presence | |
| Olympic | Summer Olympics in 1904 and 1908. Demonstrated in 1928, 1932, and 1948 Will be featured in the 2028 Summer Olympics (sixes format) |
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Kyle Harrison advancing, pursued by an opponent
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| Highest governing body | World Lacrosse |
|---|---|
| Nicknames | Lax, The Medicine Game, The Creator’s Game |
| First played | As early as the 12th century C.E., North America Codified in 1867 |
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | Full contact (men's) |
| Team members | 10 per team, including goaltender |
| Equipment | Ball, stick, helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, arm pads |
| Presence | |
| Olympic | Summer Olympics in 1904 and 1908. Demonstrated in 1928, 1932, and 1948 Will be featured in the 2028 Summer Olympics (sixes format) |
