lacrosse was established in Canada in the 19th century, when European colonists named it. In 1867, William Georges Bear was appointed to the position and declared it the national sport of Canada. It is played in different ways for both men and women. Men's lacrosse is more physical contact, while women's lacrosse is non-contact and technical. Lacrosse uses a stick (crosse) with a net on the scribe to catch, throw and pass the ball. The ball is rubber, and the objective is to get the ball into the opponent's goal. Today, the sport is popular globally, especially in Canada, the United States and Australia. Lacrosse is included in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. It is seeking to return to the Olympics as a medal sport for the first time since 1908. Both men's and women's lacrosse will be played in the sixes (sixes) format, a faster and more contemporary version. The game will take place at BMO Stadium, marking a major step forward in increasing the popularity of the game around the world.

Lacrosse is primarily played in three formats. The first is field lacrosse, which is the traditional format, with ten players per team (men) or one player (women) competing on a 110x60 yard field. The second is box lacrosse, which is six players per team, on a smaller hockey-like rink, and is faster and more physical. The third is sixes (6s), which is newer and more competitive, with six players per team, on a smaller field, and will be the official form at the 2028 Olympiad. Each format uses a stick and ball, but the rules, size of the field, and speed of play are different.

Lacrosse is played on six continents—North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. This global awakening body, World Lacrosse, is based in the United States, and it is the only awakening body for all continents. Lacrosse is played in over 90 countries.