Day one of the 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships in Utica wrapped after the historic start to the women’s box championship, the United States’ first ever men’s box win against the Haudenosaunee, and plenty of action across the eight-game slate.
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Gallery: Best of day one
Ireland held off Germany in the first game of the men’s box championship, and were joined in the win column on the day by Australia, the Netherlands and the United States.
Canada, England and the United States secured wins in their debuts of the women’s box championship, and Germany joined them with a dramatic victory over Ireland.
For recaps and galleries from each game, view the daily summaries of both championships:
- 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships conclude after 10 days in Utica, New York
- World Teams and Most Valuable Players at 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships
Highlights
Top Performers
Quotables
- “He’s a real competitor” – Australia’s U20 star Hudson Robb makes the senior team with an eye on the 2027 Men’s Championship
- Czechia’s Eliska Hanzlova beats cancer and dreams of the global stage
- Olympics.com: Tim Rider was born in Brazil, but lacrosse helps him reconnect with his homeland
- ‘This game saved me’ – Germany’s Romina Erhardt shares the power of lacrosse on World Mental Health Day
Gallery: Best of day one action at WLBC
