The Center has three foundational pillars -- Health & Safety, Training, and Performance. Ultimately, the aim is to deliver holistic support and resources to the lacrosse community.

Health & Safety

Physical and mental health & safety are at the forefront of the Center's priorities. The Center engages with organizations and practitioners to ensure best practices are implemented that provide safe environments as well as support for athlete health.

Training

Regularly practicing a particular task is necessary for continuous improvement in all stages of athlete development. This includes the technical, tactical, and physical components of lacrosse. Additionally, good nutrition, mental skills, and sound methods of recovery are equally as important to support successful experiences in lacrosse.

Performance

Applying the skills (technical, tactical, mental, etc.) developed through regular training will enable athletes and teams to reach their performance potential during competition. This may be reflected in many ways, from improved physical literacy during the early stages of athlete development, to winning medals at international events as a U.S. National Team member.

Center for Sports Science Foundational Pillars

A Holistic Approach