Youth Lacrosse Uniform Guide: What Is in a Kit
If your child just joined a lacrosse team, the gear list can be long. Here is what a typical team kit includes, how protective equipment fits in, and what tends to be required versus optional.
What is in a typical kit
A lacrosse team kit usually centers on a numbered jersey, often reversible or in home and away colors, plus team shorts for boys or a team kilt or skirt for girls. Protective equipment such as a helmet, gloves, pads, a mouthguard, and eyewear for girls is typically required by league rules and bought separately.
Required versus optional
Team apparel, the jersey and bottoms, is the orderable uniform. Protective gear is usually required by the league but purchased by the family. Check your club list so you order the team pieces and the right protective items.
How sizing works
Youth sizing varies by brand, so use the item size chart. Reversible jerseys are common, so confirm whether home and away are one reversible piece or two separate jerseys before ordering.
Jersey numbers and personalization
Lacrosse jerseys carry a number, and many leagues require it on the front and back. Numbers are often assigned or chosen during ordering, and some teams add a name.
Common questions
What is included in a youth lacrosse uniform?
Usually a numbered jersey and team shorts or a kilt. Protective gear like a helmet, gloves, pads, and a mouthguard is required to play and is bought separately.
Do lacrosse jerseys need numbers?
Yes, jerseys carry a number, and many leagues require it on both the front and back. Numbers are often assigned or chosen when you order.