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Top 20 most intriguing Lacrosse trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Lacrosse is an exciting and energetic team sport that dates back centuries. It is popular in both the United States and Canada and has become a major spectator and participant sport in both countries. The game is played with two teams of ten players, each team armed with a stick used to pass, catch and throw the ball in order to score goals. The objective of the game is to score more goals than the opposing team. Lacrosse is fast-paced and physical, requiring speed, agility, physical fitness and strategy by the players in order to be successful. There are many different levels of play, from recreational to professional, and it continues to grow in popularity. Whether you are a fan or a player, there is a lot to know about the sport of lacrosse. Test your knowledge with this trivia template!


1) What is the origin of the game lacrosse?

  • Australia
  • Europe
  • Native American Indians
  • Canada

2) What is the name of the protective equipment that players wear while playing lacrosse?

  • Goalie helmet
  • Lacrosse helmet
  • Padding
  • Gloves

3) How many players on each team take the field in a men's lacrosse game?

  • 4
  • 6
  • 8
  • 10

4) What is the name of the goal used in a lacrosse game?

  • Crease
  • Box
  • Cage
  • Net

5) What is the name of the lacrosse stick used by players?

  • Hockey stick
  • Lacrosse stick
  • Field Hockey stick
  • Short stick

6) What is the name of the defensive position in lacrosse?

  • Attacker
  • Midfielder
  • Defender
  • Goalie

7) What is the name of the offensive position in lacrosse?

  • Attacker
  • Midfielder
  • Defender
  • Goalie

8) How many points is a goal worth in a lacrosse game?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

9) What is the name of the lacrosse field?

  • Court
  • Pitch
  • Field
  • Diamond

10) What is the name of the two-point line in a lacrosse field?

  • Goal line
  • Transverse line
  • Midfield line
  • Attack line

11) How many players make up a lacrosse team?

  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

12) What is the name of the shot that players use to hit the ball over a long distance?

  • Hook shot
  • Bounce shot
  • Whip shot
  • Slap shot

13) What is the term used for when a player is situated inside the offensive team's half of the field?

  • Attack zone
  • Offensive zone
  • Midfield zone
  • Defensive zone

14) What is the name of the 10-minute period before the game starts in which players can warm-up?

  • Pre-game
  • Warm-up
  • Pre-match
  • Pre-game warm-up

15) What is the name of the penalty used to penalize players for playing too aggressively?

  • Personal Foul
  • Body Checking
  • Cross-Checking
  • Slashing

16) How many players are on the field during a face-off?

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4

17) What is the name of the type of pass made by players when they pass the ball to each other?

  • Air pass
  • Bounce pass
  • Chest pass
  • Overhead pass

18) What is the name of the defensive technique used by players to protect themselves from opponents?

  • Body Check
  • Raking
  • Pushing
  • Check

19) How long is a regulation lacrosse game?

  • 20 minutes
  • 30 minutes
  • 45 minutes
  • 60 minutes

20) What is the term used for when a team has possession of the ball?

  • Offense
  • Possession
  • Control
  • Clear

Top 3 reasons to use our free Lacrosse Trivia Template

1) To test and expand your knowledge of the sport, its rules, and its history.

2) To create a fun and engaging activity for a team or group of players.

3) To provide an interactive way to educate others on the sport of lacrosse.