Diversity

After four years as USL's regional manager in the Midwest, Woodson is transitioning into a new leadership role with Chicago-based OWLS Lacrosse.

Tim Heckman and Alex Coombs serve as co-founders and co-directors of the newly-formed Harlem Jets Lacrosse Program, launched to introduce lacrosse to boys and girls in Harlem and surrounding neighborhoods in New York City.

US Lacrosse condemns the behavior and vulgar comments directed towards the members of the Emmanuel College men’s lacrosse team by spectators during its game at the University of the South (Sewanee) last weekend.

US Lacrosse is now accepting nominations for two LGBTQ+ Inclusion Scholarships aimed at providing financial support to student-athletes who demonstrate positive sensitivity to and involvement in LGBTQ+ issues. 

US Lacrosse has partnered with the national nonprofit organization RISE for a series of educational video workshops that further the valuable discussions about racism, prejudice, diversity, and inclusion. 

US Lacrosse is proud to work with Nation United Foundation (NUF), Black Lacrosse Alliance and other stakeholders in the lacrosse community in supporting the WE STAND initiative, an effort aimed at promoting anti-harassment and anti-racism in sports.

Throughout the month of February, US Lacrosse Magazine and Blaxers Blog have partnered to shine on a light on the Black men and women who have paved the way for this generation of lacrosse players and well beyond. Now, we focus on the field. With feedback from over 25 members of the lacrosse community, we compiled a list of the best Black men and women to ever play.

Black History Month is a celebration of the history and culture of Black people, but it is not just for Black people. It is for everyone. I personally believe that Black History Month is our yearly reminder to always learn, find intentional ways to advocate, and use our knowledge to relate better with one another.

To celebrate Black History Month, US Lacrosse Magazine and Blaxers Blog are teaming up to recognize the next generation of leaders and pioneers in the Black lacrosse community.

Chuck Sherwood blazed a trail as Duke's first Black lacrosse player and inspired generations to come. Part 2 of his story from Brian Simpkins and our content partners at Blaxers Blog.