Lacrosse isn’t just for the East Coast anymore. The sport, which was originated by Native American Indians, is actually the country’s oldest known game. Originally the sport was used not only for recreation, but to settle scores between tribes. In the early 1900′s Collegiate Lacrosse was born and the sport has steadily grown ever since.
Lacrosse has continued to gain popularity here in the Pacific Northwest, with new teams forming each year and at younger and younger ages. 
I’ve always been a big baseball Mom, but when my son Connor began playing 7 years ago for the Maple Valley Vandals, I became a convert. It is a much faster paced game and incredibly exciting.
I believe it’s not too late to sign up for the 2008 season. There is a Girl’s team as well as a Youth & Middle School program. More info is available at the Maple Valley Lacrosse website. If you haven’t watched before, I’d encourage you to attend one of this year’s home games.
They are a blast! (usually)
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