Overview
- Governing body
- Indian Lacrosse Federation
- Origin
- Native America
- Olympic discipline
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- Category
- Team
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Lacrosse is one of India's most-followed disciplines. The Indian Lacrosse Federation oversees national federation activity, talent identification and Olympic qualification pathways. Major support flows in through TOPS and Khelo India for athletes who clear federation benchmarks.
Lacrosse is not currently on the Olympic programme, but it sits firmly inside India's broader sporting ecosystem. The discipline receives support through the Khelo India movement, multi-sport events such as the National Games and Asian Games trials wherever the sport is contested, and dedicated league or championship structures run by the federation. Sponsorship, broadcast deals and private academies often fill the gap that direct government funding leaves, and several state governments offer cash awards, government jobs and land grants to medallists at the National Games and recognised world championships.
As a team sport, Lacrosse in India is built around a club, district and state structure that culminates in national-level inter-state competition. State associations affiliated to the Indian Lacrosse Federation run age-group leagues from under-14 upwards, with the strongest pools historically coming from states with established grassroots infrastructure. Franchise leagues — where they exist — sit on top of this pyramid and have transformed athlete earnings, broadcast visibility and the professionalisation of coaching and support staff. School and college tournaments under SGFI and AIU remain the primary discovery route for players who do not come through a private academy.
At the grassroots, the route into Lacrosse typically starts at school under the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), at the inter-university level under the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), or through a private academy registered with the state association. The Khelo India Youth Games and Khelo India University Games are the largest single discovery platforms — athletes who reach the podium at these events become eligible for the Khelo India Talent Development scheme, which funds boarding, coaching, kit, education and a monthly stipend at accredited centres. State sports awards and central government jobs under the sports quota remain a powerful incentive for athletes from smaller towns.
Lacrosse originated in Native America, and in India it has developed a distinct character shaped by the country's geography, demographics and sporting culture. Whether you want to compete, coach, sponsor, write about or simply follow Lacrosse, the practical starting point is the same: connect with your state association under the Indian Lacrosse Federation, identify the nearest SAI centre or accredited academy, and track the Khelo India and federation calendars for the events that decide selection at every level. Lacrosse is played and developed across India under the Indian Lacrosse Federation, with grassroots programmes, state associations and national-level competition pathways.
History
How lacrosse evolved globally and took root in India.
Lacrosse traces its modern origins to Native America. Codified rules, standard equipment and international competition took shape as the sport spread beyond its birthplace, and Indian Lacrosse Federation is the body that carried it into organised Indian competition.
In India, lacrosse grew through princely-state patronage, defence-service teams, universities and state associations. Post-independence, the discipline was formalised under Indian Lacrosse Federation, national championships were instituted, and the Sports Authority of India (SAI) later brought it into the centralised high-performance system with dedicated centres, coaching cadres and sports-science support.
Lacrosse sits outside the Olympic programme but is firmly part of India's Asian Games, Commonwealth and National Games map, with state governments backing medallists through cash awards, jobs and land grants.
Indian Players
Loading…- Aanya ChatterjeeKeralaGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Aarvi RajputServicesDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Aarvi SharmaDelhiDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Aarvi TyagiServicesAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Aditya ChakrabortyTripuraLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Aditya DasMeghalayaAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Advik ShettyHimachal PradeshDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Amaira ChatterjeeTamil NaduAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Amit KhannaChhattisgarhFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Amit SenHimachal PradeshDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Ananya BansalArunachal PradeshMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Ananya NaiduMeghalayaMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Ananya TopnoOdishaMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Anika ChakrabortyNagalandCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Anirudh BhatiaLadakhAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Anjali VermaAndhra PradeshDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Ankit TrivediRajasthanDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Anya DuttaTripuraGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Anya KamathRajasthanAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Arjun DubeAndaman and Nicobar IslandsAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Aryan SenTelanganaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Avani BeheraLadakhDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Avani KumarLadakhDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Avani SarkarDelhiMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Bhakti AhujaGujaratFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Bhakti ShindeGujaratCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Bhavesh OjhaTelanganaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Bhavna KrishnanChandigarhAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Bhavna PawarHaryanaAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Bhumi GoswamiChhattisgarhAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Bhumi SolankiMeghalayaGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Charvi BhatiaKarnatakaAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Charvi JoshiHaryanaAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Chhavi MishraMizoramGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Damini DashGujaratDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Darshana BansalManipurDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Darshana BishtAssamMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Deepali ReddyRailwaysGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Deepika PrasadMizoramDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Devansh SuriAndaman and Nicobar IslandsDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Divya LakraJammu and KashmirFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Divya SaxenaKeralaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Diya SubramanianAssamAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Eklavya KamathMizoramFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Eklavya PawarPunjabMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Esha JoshiAndaman and Nicobar IslandsLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Eshani BansalDelhiAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Faisal DubeGoaAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Falguni RawatLadakhAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Gagan MenonOdishaAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Gargi NegiRajasthanDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Gargi VermaNagalandGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Gaurav RanaAndaman and Nicobar IslandsLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Geetika PatelSikkimAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Harsh KumarChhattisgarhFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Hema DesaiUttar PradeshAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Hiral VermaTripuraMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Imran MurmuMizoramMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Inder ShahJammu and KashmirDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Jaideep JoshiMadhya PradeshAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Jaideep MukherjeeAndhra PradeshMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Jaideep PatelChandigarhDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Jaideep SinghMadhya PradeshDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Janvi TrivediChhattisgarhDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Jatin DuttaDelhiGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Jatin YadavRailwaysMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Jyoti KrishnanKarnatakaCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Jyoti RoyKarnatakaFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Kabir ChopraChandigarhFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Kabir DubeNagalandFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Kabir KulkarniGujaratMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Kabir MenonTelanganaCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Karan KamathMadhya PradeshAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Kartik SubramanianMadhya PradeshAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Kavya TiwariNagalandMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Keshav BansalPunjabMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Keshav DuttaDelhiDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Kiara LakraChandigarhDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Kiara PandeyMaharashtraMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Kiara ReddyRailwaysAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Kiara TuduArunachal PradeshAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Krish PathakLadakhDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Kritika RajputTripuraAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Lakshay KamathGujaratAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Lakshay KarRajasthanDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Lipika BhatiaUttarakhandMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Lipika ReddyGujaratMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Lokesh RoyDelhiDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Madhav BoseRailwaysMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Madhav PandeyServicesGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Madhav TomarHimachal PradeshGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Madhuri PawarTripuraFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Mahima GuptaChandigarhAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Mahima SharmaWest BengalMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Manav KarGoaAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Manisha MarandiJammu and KashmirAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Meera JindalServicesAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Mihir KarHimachal PradeshDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Mihir KhannaUttar PradeshDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Mira BansalBiharAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Mira IyerDelhiGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Mira ParmarAndhra PradeshLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Mira VermaLadakhGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Mridula NaiduLadakhAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Naina MurmuUttarakhandGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Naina PathakHimachal PradeshMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Naina SinghHimachal PradeshMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Naina SolankiChhattisgarhMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Naman GoswamiTamil NaduFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Naman TrivediKarnatakaAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Nidhi ChatterjeeMadhya PradeshMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Nidhi ChauhanJharkhandFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Niharika PatnaikTamil NaduLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Nikhil ChakrabortyPunjabMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Nikhil SaxenaBiharFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Nirmal AwasthiManipurAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Nirmal ChatterjeeGujaratAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Nirmal ChauhanKarnatakaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Ojas ShindeWest BengalDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Ojaswini GhoshServicesDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Pallavi BhosaleSikkimLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Pallavi DasRailwaysLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Pallavi DuttaHaryanaAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Pallavi LakraServicesMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Pallavi PillaiHaryanaLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Parth RoyAndaman and Nicobar IslandsAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Pavan ChatterjeeDelhiCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Pavan TrivediJharkhandLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Payal ShettyTripuraAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Pooja KumarBiharAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Pranav OjhaPuducherryAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Preeti GuptaWest BengalAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Preeti TomarDelhiMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Raghav SethiUttar PradeshDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Raghav TomarSikkimAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Rahul DuttaHimachal PradeshFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Rahul PatnaikJammu and KashmirCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Rajat BhallaDelhiDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Rajat NaiduWest BengalCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Rajat RathodMeghalayaLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Rashmi AgarwalServicesLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Rashmi SuriDelhiFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Reyansh JindalMadhya PradeshLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Reyansh ShettyManipurGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Rishi DesaiUttarakhandMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Rishi ShettyRajasthanAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Ritvik ChandraChandigarhLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Ritvik KarTelanganaDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Ruchi DesaiMeghalayaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Sahil LakraRailwaysGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Sakshi JoshiChandigarhMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Sameer BhatiaGujaratCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Sameer GoswamiTripuraAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Sandeep AwasthiTamil NaduLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Sandeep BhosaleGoaAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Sandeep PradhanMeghalayaDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Sandeep TrivediMaharashtraAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Sanket JoshiRailwaysAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Sanket NagServicesDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Sara PradhanOdishaAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Sara SaxenaChhattisgarhAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Sara SolankiAssamGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Shalini ChauhanServicesAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Shalini LakraRailwaysCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Shaurya ChatterjeeChandigarhGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Shaurya JindalDelhiLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Shreya MenonRajasthanCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Siddharth SubramanianBiharFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Tanmay KrishnanTamil NaduMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Tanmay SinghTelanganaMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Tanvi MarandiArunachal PradeshFaceoff
Specialist dominating clamp-and-pop battles at the X and winning possession.
- Tanvi RathodNagalandCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Tanvi TomarServicesDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Tara AgarwalJammu and KashmirAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Tarun ChauhanMadhya PradeshGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Trisha VarmaMaharashtraMidfield
Two-way engine transitioning from defense to offense and covering ground on clears.
- Umesh AhujaRailwaysCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Urvi RajputMadhya PradeshGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Vaishali ChandraServicesAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Vaishali DesaiLadakhGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Varsha JadhavRailwaysAttack
Dodging attacker creating separation from X and the wings for high-angle shots.
- Varun MukherjeeMizoramAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Veer ChakrabortyAssamAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Veer PathakNagalandMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Vidya SubramanianJharkhandCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
- Vihaan DasTripuraMidfield
Box-to-box midfielder contributing on face-off wings and in settled sets.
- Vikas PatelJharkhandAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Vinay KaurAssamAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Vishal GuptaUttar PradeshGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Vishal NaiduOdishaAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Yamini ShahMizoramLSM
Long-stick midfielder disrupting passing lanes, causing turnovers and pushing transition.
- Yash BansalTripuraDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Yash SenPuducherryDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Yuvraj KulkarniMeghalayaDefense
Shutdown defender communicating slides and forcing opponents into low-percentage looks.
- Yuvraj PatnaikBiharDefense
Stick-checking defender using body positioning and angles to lock down matchups.
- Yuvraj SahaGujaratAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Zaid AwasthiSikkimAttack
Finisher operating around the crease and on fast breaks with quick stickwork.
- Zaid BhallaRajasthanGoalie
Last-line shot stopper with quick hands and confident outlet passing to start breaks.
- Zaid ChopraAssamAll-Rounder
Versatile contributor comfortable across attack, midfield and defensive rotations.
- Zara ShahGoaCaptain
Field leader managing substitutions, sets and game tempo under pressure.
Rules
Two opposing sides contest a fixed-duration match on a marked field or court, with officials enforcing possession, out-of-play, foul and scoring rules published by the international federation. Teams field a set number of players plus substitutes, age and gender categories are strictly separated, and match officials use video review at the top level. India follows the international rulebook adopted by the national federation, with domestic tweaks for age-group and school competition durations.
Authoritative rulebook: Indian Lacrosse Federation. Age-group and school-level variations are published by SGFI and the state associations each season.
Positions
Key roles, events or positions inside a lacrosse squad or competition.
- Attackers / forwardsPrimary scorers who operate closest to the opposition goal or scoring zone.
- Midfielders / all-roundersLink play between defence and attack; usually the highest work-rate positions.
- DefendersDeny the opposition space and possession in the defensive third.
- Goalkeeper / last lineSpecialist stopper with distinct kit and rules; the final line of defence.
- Captain & vice-captainOn-field leadership, decision-making and communication with match officials.
Equipment
Standard kit and infrastructure required to train and compete in lacrosse at a federation-recognised event.
- Match ball or puck to the federation's specification
- Team playing kit, warm-up gear and studded/turf footwear
- Personal protective equipment where the sport requires it (shin guards, mouthguard, helmet, pads)
- Training equipment: cones, agility ladders, GPS vests, video analysis rig
- Field or court markings, goals/nets and match-officials' equipment
Governing body
Indian Lacrosse Federation is the recognised national body for Lacrosse in India. It sets the domestic calendar, selection norms, coaching curriculum and anti-doping compliance, and is affiliated to the international federation for lacrosse. State associations under Indian Lacrosse Federation run age-group competition and feed the national talent pipeline.
- Origin
- Native America
- Olympic
- No
- Category
- Team
Major Indian Events
Domestic championships, Khelo India events, National Games and franchise leagues that shape the lacrosse calendar in India.
- Indian Lacrosse Federation Senior National Championship
The primary domestic lacrosse title and the main selection trial for the senior India team.
- Indian Lacrosse Federation Junior & Sub-Junior National Championship
Age-group nationals that feed the Khelo India Talent Development scheme and the senior camp.
- Khelo India Youth Games & University Games — Lacrosse
India's largest multi-sport scouting platform; medallists become eligible for KIA stipends and boarding at accredited centres.
- National Games of India — Lacrosse
Quadrennial multi-sport meet contested by state teams; state governments give cash awards, jobs and land grants to medallists.
International Events
Continental and world-level competitions where India competes in lacrosse.
- Asian Games & Asian Championships
Continental championship pathway sanctioned by Indian Lacrosse Federation; medallists receive central and state cash awards.
- Commonwealth Games / Championships
Commonwealth-level competition where India regularly fields medal contenders in lacrosse.
- World Championships
The senior world title event of the international federation — the peak of the lacrosse calendar outside the Olympic year.
Leagues
No dedicated professional league is currently catalogued for lacrosse. The national championship under Indian Lacrosse Federation remains the top domestic competition.
All leagues →International Players
Globally recognised lacrosse athletes to know outside India.
- Lionel Messi (Argentina)8-time Ballon d'Or; 2022 World Cup winner.
- Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)5-time Ballon d'Or; Euro 2016 champion.
- Kylian Mbappé (France)2018 World Cup winner; multiple Ligue 1 top scorer.
- Erling Haaland (Norway)Manchester City forward; Premier League Golden Boot.
- Manuel Neuer (Germany)2014 World Cup-winning goalkeeper; Bayern Munich legend.
Records
Where to find India's official lacrosse record book.
- Olympic medalsN/A
Lacrosse is not on the Olympic programme, so India records this discipline through Asian Games, Commonwealth, World and Continental championships instead.
- Asian Games medalsTracked
India's Asian Games results in lacrosse are compiled by the Indian Olympic Association and the Indian Lacrosse Federation.
- Commonwealth medalsTracked
Commonwealth Games and Commonwealth Championship medals in lacrosse are maintained by the Indian Lacrosse Federation.
- World Championship medalsTracked
Senior, junior and youth World Championship medal records are held by the international federation for lacrosse and mirrored by Indian Lacrosse Federation.
- National record holdersFederation register
Indian Lacrosse Federation publishes the current senior, junior and sub-junior national records and updates them after every ratified event.
Career Options
Ways to build a career in lacrosse — on the field, on the sidelines and behind the scenes.
- Professional player in a domestic franchise league, state team or overseas club
- Coach at grassroots, state, national or franchise level (federation-certified)
- Match official — referee, umpire, video review, technical delegate
- Sports science support — strength & conditioning, physiotherapy, nutrition, video analyst
- Sports management, broadcast, journalism, commentary and creator careers
- Government-quota jobs in Railways, defence, police, PSUs and state services for state and national representatives
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Government Schemes
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Common questions about lacrosse in India.
Who governs Lacrosse in India?▾
Indian Lacrosse Federation is the recognised national federation for Lacrosse in India. State associations under Indian Lacrosse Federation run age-group and state-level competition and feed the national talent pipeline.
Is Lacrosse an Olympic sport?▾
Lacrosse is not currently on the Olympic programme, but India competes at Asian Games, Commonwealth Games (where recognised), World Championships and other continental events sanctioned by Indian Lacrosse Federation.
How do I start playing Lacrosse in India?▾
Join a school team under SGFI, a college team under AIU, or a private academy affiliated to your state association. From there, age-group state championships and Khelo India events are the standard route into the national pipeline.
What government schemes support Lacrosse athletes?▾
The core schemes are Khelo India (talent development stipends, scholarships and boarding at accredited centres), TOPS (funding for elite athletes preparing for the Olympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games), and state-government cash awards, jobs and land grants for medallists. Federation-specific schemes may also apply.
Where can I train for Lacrosse?▾
Sports Authority of India (SAI) national centres of excellence, Khelo India accredited academies, state sports institutes and private academies registered with the state association are the standard training venues. The Academies section on this page lists options.
How are Indian Lacrosse athletes selected for international events?▾
Indian Lacrosse Federation runs selection trials — typically the senior national championship, a dedicated trial event, or ranking-based selection — and publishes the selection policy each season. Objective criteria (times, distances, ranking points, weight-class results) dominate at the elite level.
Lacrosse in every state & UT
Dedicated pages for Lacrosse in each Indian state and Union Territory — academies, schemes, athletes and how to start.
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- Lacrosse in Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
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- Lacrosse in Lakshadweep
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