We recommend going to a specialty store (such as Cheshire Sports), and get a modern girls′ stick with a constricted throat and an off-set head.

We recommend buying goggles having a "wire cage" (such as the Cascade Iris), rather than clear plastic.

Required for both practices and games.Rubber cleats, water bottle, and appropriate clothing are strongly recommended, but not required. Girls′ lacrosse gloves, equipment bag, and other accessories are all optional.

Each player must have his own lacrosse stick. There are many varieties to choose from, and any reputable store specializing in lacrosse (such as Cheshire Sporting Goods) can recommend a suitable stick, given a player's age, size, and experience. More experienced players who wish to specialize in certain positions may purchase sticks specially tailored for that position. The most important of these are the defender's "longstick" and the goalie's stick. The beginner, however, should simply buy a generic stick of the standard length.

Each player must have a lacrosse helmet. Helmets must be official, NOCSAE certified, lacrosse helmets (ice hockey helmets are no longer allowed).

Each player must also have gloves, arm pads, and shoulder pads. Several varieties are available designed specifically for lacrosse.

Every player must have a mouth guard. These are inexpensive, but be sure to get one that has a leash that can be attached to the helmet.