The Metro: American history and youth coaching collide at Motown
Motown Lacrosse founder Liam Mcllroy shares the rules of box lacrosse and its Indigenous roots of the sport ahead of partnering with local parks to provide lessons.
Liam Mcllroy Founder of Motown Lacrosse.
Though Clark Park became famous for hosting ice hockey during the winter, they are teaming up alongside Chandler Park with Motown Lacrosse to teach children box lacrosse this summer.
For those unfamiliar, founder of Motown Lacrosse Liam Mcllroy says, “it’s a more fun version to train and compete in.”
As the U.S. celebrates a 250th birthday, these practices also serve as a secret history lesson; lacrosse began on Native American soil before the country was founded. “Lacrosse is the oldest team sport here in America,” says Mcllroy. He’s excited to be leading the next generation through the sport.
He joins The Metro to discuss the dynamics of box lacrosse from the costs to the indigenous roots behind the game.
Hear the full conversation using the media player above.
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