a._valerio Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 <p>I'm photographing division 1 men's lacrosse tomorrow, and I have never photographed lacrosse before. I'd like tips for photographing the game, and any important information that I should know about NCAA rules for lacrosse photography such as whether photographers are allowed to stand or have to kneel, and where we are allowed.</p> <p>Also, I'm a bit concerned about safety. Are photographers allowed to wear a helmet in case the ball hits you in the head? Does anyone ever wear one (no, I am not kidding)?</p> <p>Thanks.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daverhaas Posted March 26, 2010 Share Posted March 26, 2010 <p>NCAA website may have (I know they do for Baseball and a few other sports) the rules for photographers on the sidelines. </p> <p>I'm guessing that the rules are basically stay out the field of play, don't go in the team area (football photographers are allowed between the goal line and i think 30 yard line... then there's a dead zone.)</p> <p>As for what to shoot - watch the ball...follow it - focus on faces too... also goalies.</p> <p>Helmet - no - never done one myself - although I've thought about it for baseball a few times. - Keep you eyes and ears open and watch the action. </p> <p>Dave</p> <p> </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a._valerio Posted March 26, 2010 Author Share Posted March 26, 2010 <p>Thanks. While this is my first time shooting lacrosse (actually first time at a game) I've been shooting hockey the past few weeks, and after a while I didn't find hockey that bad. Is lacrosse any harder to shoot than hockey?</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a._valerio Posted March 26, 2010 Author Share Posted March 26, 2010 <p>Duplicate post deleted.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sublimechord Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 <p>One big thing about lacrosse is to not stand behind the goal area, unless there is netting or fencing up in the court. Not only are the lacrosse balls quite heavy and hard, but can reach insane speeds near the goalzone. Also, if the ref sees you back behind the net, he has to stop gameplay until you move, and no one likes that.</p><p>Lacrosse is a very different shooting environment than hockey is. The play area is larger, and the courts are normally outdoors, with quite a few more visual distractions in the background. Keep an eye out around the edges of your frame!<br></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a._valerio Posted March 27, 2010 Author Share Posted March 27, 2010 <p>Ok, I shot my first ever lacrosse game this morning. It went pretty well. Thanks for the advice.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan_lasek Posted April 4, 2010 Share Posted April 4, 2010 <p>I use to play lacrosse 10+ years feel free to ask rules of the game.... On the other hand I have been wanting be able to photograph some Lacrosse games where does one go about getting a pass? Lacrosse is not as high key of a sport I think a pass would a lot easier.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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