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Following these six guidelines will help your child as he or she gets ready to play lacrosse.

Communication is a big part of the game. Your child will be introduced to more words and phrases as they play and get into specific situations, but these are some of the first ones you might hear.

Parents and coaches shared information they wish they had before their kids started lacrosse.

Chicago Blackhawks Patrick Kane talks about favorite youth sports experience when he moved to Detroit at age 14 along with his favorite hockey player during his childhood, Peter Forsberg.

Learn the ins and outs of the “beautiful game”

Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon talks about his dad's impact on his youth hockey experience, the importance of playing multiple sports, and his favorite player growing up.

Mark Scheifele reflects on his younger years - talking about his older brother and dad influence on him growing up. He also gives advice to youth hockey parents emphasizing not to push their kids too hard and allowing them to play every sport they want to

Learn how Ontario Youth Sports is giving all kids the opportunity to play.

"Playing lacrosse, basketball, and soccer got me so hungry to get back on the ice and play a game that I love."

Anaheim Duck's star Defenceman Josh Manson talks his progression through youth hockey, along with the importance of multi-sports athletes and having fun in the sports you play as a kid.