In the sport of lacrosse, facing-off is the way to start the game, begin each quarter and is done after a goal is scored. The most unique and skilled position in the game has blown up in the past years, and the demand for face-off men are high. Winning face-offs is a crucial aspect in the game, setting the tone for your team, giving your offense possession of the ball and a chance to score, while giving your defense a break. This position requires natural nervous system reaction time speed, athleticism, and grit/strength. Today many face-off men are short and stocky, and typically have a background in the sport of wrestling, since it is crucial to be low to the ground with quick movements. The goal of this position is after the referee blows the whistle, to clamp down onto the ball and pop it out to yourself, gaining possession for your team.
Quick Hands Lacrosse 