"The stakes just got even bigger": Lacrosse stars share their excitement for LA28
Lacrosse is back on the Olympic stage at LA28, and the world’s best are buzzing with excitement. Discover why this dynamic sport promises unforgettable moments in Los Angeles.
For centuries, lacrosse has been more than just a game. Born from the sacred traditions of Indigenous peoples of North America, it has been a symbol of unity, competition, and cultural pride.
Now, at the Olympic Games LA 2028, lacrosse is poised to take on one more identity: an Olympic sport.
Lacrosse made its Olympic debut as a medal sport in St. Louis in 1904, and London 1908, later appearing as a demonstration sport in Amsterdam in 1928, Los Angeles in 1932, and London in 1948. But despite its impressive combination of speed, strategy, and physicality, it has since spent decades on the fringes of the Olympic Games, though adored widely by practitioners worldwide.
With its inclusion for LA28, players and fans alike are brimming with excitement. The sport returns in a fittingly electrifying,
fast-paced sixes format, offering a fresh twist that promises to attract new audiences.
For many, it’s an opportunity to witness the sport at its best, while stars from around the world play for the podium, and, hopefully, inspire future generations along the way.
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Just sayin':
1. I just noticed that lacrosse will be an Olympic sport in 2028. I'm guessing that will ultimately contribute to making college lacrosse even more popular.
2, OK how much different is the "sixes format" than the 10 player team Ohio State uses?