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Create developmental programs.


COMEAU // The small- sided game approach of the athlete development model plays well into box lacrosse. In fact, many field tourneys and programs are following suit with seven-on- seven and side-to-side games. Smaller playing area, reduced number of players and more touches of the ball and more movement makes for an increase in decision-making with and without the ball. The smaller size of a box lacrosse field means that everyone is involved and active and therefore playing without the ball is as critical as playing with the ball in your stick.


SCHREIBER // In my limited experience, the speed and physicality of the game immediately stand out. I think these aspects of box will be appealing to most Americans. I believe the best way to generate more interest and American involvement in the game is to create and continue to develop box programs for youth players.


COMEAU // Many teams have started Junior NLL programs in their area or have partnered with companies to introduce box lacrosse to the youth in NLL cities and regions. NLL teams understand that grassroots box programs in their area will help them develop more fans that are interested in watching this game at the highest level. ... We find that the young U.S. players playing box lacrosse really enjoy the level of excitement and athleticism.


Americans Paul Rabil (right) and Drew Westervelt starred for the former Philadelphia Wings in 2013.


USlaxmagazine.com January 2017 US LACROSSE MAGAZINE 55


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