King of the Field

Objective: Maintain the essence of the "King of the Court" dynamic, where the team that stays on the field the longest without being defeated becomes the "king," with quick rotation between teams.

Rules: Number of Players:

• Teams of 3 to 5 players per team, depending on the field size and the available group of players. One team starts as the "king" on the playing field. Game Duration:

• Matches last between 3 to 5 minutes or until a goal is scored. If a team scores, the defeated team leaves the field, and the winning team stays to face a new challenger.

  Game Start:

• Each match begins with a draw (initial face-off between two players) at the center of the field, as in standard women's lacrosse.

  Rotation System:

• The losing team leaves the field, and a new team enters to challenge the "king" team. If the challenging team wins, they become the new "king" and remain on the field.

  Contact Rules:

• Limited contact: Since contact is more restricted in women's lacrosse, no pushing or body checks will be strictly enforced. Stick checks are allowed but must be soft and within the rules.

  Foul Control:

• If a major foul is committed, the offending team will be penalized with one less player on the field for the rest of that mini-match (similar to a power play), giving the opposing team an advantage.

  Time Limit and Tie Possibility:

• If no goal is scored within the set time, the team with more possession or created more scoring opportunities will remain the "king." If possession is tied, a quick shootout can decide the winner (each team gets one shot on goal to determine the winner).

  Scoring and Rotation:

• You can keep track of how many consecutive matches each team wins to determine the best team of the day. To encourage rotation and give more opportunities, you can limit the maximum time a team can stay on the field, for example, to 3 consecutive wins.

  Field Modifications:

• If there are few teams or players, the field size can be reduced (e.g., only using half the field), which also helps increase intensity and the number of ball interactions.

  Speed Variations:

• To add difficulty, you can establish that after each goal, the team that conceded must perform a quick restart (instead of leaving immediately), simulating counterattack and fast transition situations.

  Specific Benefits for Women’s Lacrosse:

• Improves fast transitions, essential in women’s lacrosse. Reinforces the use of strategic checks and defense without excessive physical contact. Promotes teamwork, communication, and ball control under pressure. Gives players the opportunity to develop tactical skills, both offensive and defensive, in a competitive and fast-paced environment.

  Additional Options:

• Protective goggles and safety rules: To enhance safety, always remember to wear protective goggles and follow specific women’s lacrosse rules regarding high sticks and space around the head. This version of the game maintains the fast and competitive pace, ideal for training and skill improvement in women’s lacrosse, while respecting the rules and conditions of the game.