Lax Sak Soft Practice Lacrosse Balls - Lower Bounce, Safer

In this review of the Lax Sak Soft Practice Lacrosse Balls the bottom line is simple: these are practice balls made for new players, youth teams, and indoor sessions where safety and ball control matter more than full-speed shots. The reviewer found the balls match regulation size and weight but use a softer outer fabric that reduces sting and jump, making them ideal for confidence-building drills and goalie work. For coaches who want less time chasing stray balls, the minimal rebound and reduced roll are the single biggest reasons to choose these practice balls.

Key Features

• Practice friendly: The softer outer fabric helps beginners feel more at ease and reduces the intimidation of fast shots during drills.
• Regulation size and weight: Identical size and shape to a regulation lacrosse ball so handling and stick skills translate well to game balls.
• Lower bounce: Designed to have less bounce and minimal rebounds so practices spend less time retrieving balls and more time on skill work.
• Indoor and outdoor use: Suitable for hardwood gym floors as well as outdoor fields, offering versatility for varied practice environments.
• Goalie drilling: Softer and shock absorbent construction makes goalie training drills easier to handle and less painful when hit.

Who It's For

The Lax Sak soft practice balls are a good fit for youth leagues, beginner players, PE classes, and coaches running indoor sessions where hard regulation balls would damage floors or intimidate learners. They suit goalies and defenders doing close-range scoop and save drills that benefit from a gentler ball.

Players and teams seeking exact match game feel for full-speed competition should look elsewhere if they need the harder, livelier rebound of regulation lacrosse balls; this product intentionally sacrifices some bounce for safety and control.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Matches regulation size and weight so skills transfer directly to standard balls.
• Softer exterior reduces sting and is gentler in contact during drills.
• Lower bounce and minimal rebounds cut down on retrieval time in practice.
• Works well indoors on hardwood and for goalie training drills.

Cons

• Some users report seam durability issues and an inconsistent texture on a minority of units.

Specifications

Brand	Lax Sak
Intended use	Practice, indoor and outdoor training
Size and weight	Same as regulation lacrosse balls
Bounce behavior	Less bounce with minimal rebounds
Construction	Softer outer fabric, shock absorbent
Available pack sizes	1, 2, 3, 6, 12, 24, 36, 60, 120 packs

Our Verdict

These practice lacrosse balls are a practical, affordable choice for coaches and parents who need safer, low-bounce balls for beginners and indoor sessions. They preserve regulation size and weight so practice translates to game play, while the softer cover reduces sting and rebounds. For teams prioritizing player comfort and less retrieval time, they represent good value; players needing full game bounce should choose a standard ball instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these the same size as game balls?
Yes, they are the same size and weight as a regulation lacrosse ball, but with a softer exterior.

Can these be used on hardwood gym floors?
Yes, the softer material and reduced bounce make them suitable and safer for indoor hardwood practice.

Do they work for goalie drills?
Yes, they are shock absorbent and easier to scoop, which makes them useful for both indoor and outdoor goalie training.