The Premier Lacrosse League has unveiled special uniforms for all eight teams in honor of Indigenous Heritage weekend. This marks the fourth annual celebration of Indigenous Heritage by the PLL, highlighting the deep-rooted connections between lacrosse and Native American culture.
Lacrosse holds the title of the oldest team sport in North America, with origins tracing back to various Native communities. The PLL's special uniforms serve as a tribute to these Native American roots. The designs were crafted by Patrick Hunter, an Indigenous artist and designer, and draw inspiration from woodland art. This style of Native art is rooted in the "Ojibwe traditions of petroglyphs—drawings or carvings on rocks—and images made on birchbark scrolls," as described by the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The Ojibwe tribe is the most populous in North America.
"Woodland art began in the 70s in Ontario, Canada, made famous by artists like Norval Morrisseau and Daphne Odjig," Hunter explained. "When looking at woodland artwork... You can see the life force, soul, vibe, or spirit of what it is you're looking at." This vibrant and meaningful art style is reflected in the PLL uniforms, making each piece not only a sports uniform but a work of cultural significance.
Each team’s uniform is a reflection of the rich tradition and spirit of woodland art. Below, you can see the designs that will be showcased during Indigenous Heritage weekend:
These unique uniforms are a testament to the PLL's commitment to honoring the cultural heritage of lacrosse while supporting Indigenous communities. Tune in to ESPN+ to see these vibrant uniforms in action and celebrate the legacy of the sport.
— Virginia Men's Lacrosse (@UVAMensLax) April 4, 2024
In a nod to the illustrious legacy of the program, the UVA Lacrosse team recently unveiled a striking throwback uniform inspired by one of its most storied seasons—the 1999 Virginia Cavaliers. This homage pays tribute to the championship-winning team that left an indelible mark on the history of UVA Lacrosse.
The centerpiece of the throwback uniform is the iconic blue helmet adorned with the distinctive UVA "V" logo on the sides. This helmet symbolizes the team's identity and pride, evoking memories of past glories and inspiring players to uphold the esteemed traditions of the program.
Complementing the helmet is a classic white mesh jersey featuring bold "Virginia" lettering in blue, elegantly outlined in orange. The timeless design exudes sophistication and pays homage to the rich heritage of UVA Lacrosse. Each jersey proudly displays the orange numbers outlined in blue, serving as a testament to the individuality and unity of the players who wear them.
In addition to the jersey, the throwback uniform includes orange shorts and gloves, completing the cohesive look that embodies the spirit of the 1999 Virginia Cavaliers.
As players don the throwback uniform, they carry with them the legacy of past champions and the weight of expectations associated with representing the esteemed UVA Lacrosse program. Each time they step onto the field, they do so with a deep sense of reverence for those who came before them and a determination to uphold the tradition of excellence.
The Naval Academy has always been known for its rich history and tradition, and the Navy lacrosse team continues to honor that tradition with their unique and innovative uniforms. This year, the team has unveiled a new uniform that are inspired by NASA and its rich history.
Navy Lacrosse has a unique connection to NASA, as 54 astronauts are Naval Academy graduates, the most of any institution, including Navy Lacrosse alum CAPT, USN Ret. Robert Curbeam. These uniforms pay homage to the connection between the Navy and NASA.
The white uniform with red stripes and the American flag mimic markings on the NASA spacewalk suit. The design of the uniform is sleek and sophisticated, with a modern feel that captures the spirit of the space program.
The helmet is truly a work of art. One side of the helmet features the iconic photo of McCandless untethered with the Earth in the background. The other side of the helmet features the classic NASA logo with the Moon behind it. The design is simple, yet powerful, and captures the spirit of exploration that is at the heart of both the Navy and NASA.
The uniforms also feature an Artemis patch. Artemis is the name of NASA's program to return humans to the Moon by 2024. The patch is a nod to the future of space exploration and the role that the Navy and its graduates will play in that future.
In conclusion, these new NASA-themed uniforms are a bold and innovative move for the Navy Lacrosse team. They honor the tradition of the Naval Academy and pay homage to the connection between the Navy and NASA. With their sleek and modern design, they capture the spirit of exploration and innovation that both institutions embody.
The University of Virginia lacrosse team has recently introduced a special throwback uniform, paying homage to one of the most momentous eras in the program's history, the 1980s. The new uniform features a number of classic elements, including retro helmets and vintage jerseys.
One of the most notable aspects of the new uniform is the throwback helmet design. The helmet features decals that give the look of a classic helmet, complete with laces in the back. This design is sure to evoke a sense of nostalgia in many long-time fans of the team, reminding them of some of the program's most successful years.
The white mesh jersey is also a nod to the past, featuring the word "Virginia" basic wordmark across the chest in orange lettering. The numbers on the back of the jersey are also orange, adding to the overall retro feel of the uniform. The combination of white and orange is a classic look for the UVA lacrosse team, and this design is sure to be a hit with fans.
To complement the white jersey, the team will be wearing blue shorts and tanish brown gloves. These colors are also a throwback to the team's classic look from the 1980s. The tanish brown gloves are a simple yet classic addition to the uniform.
Overall, the UVA lacrosse team's throwback uniform is a testament to the program's storied history. This classic look is sure to be a hit with fans of all ages, and will serve as a reminder of the team's past success. The combination of retro helmets, vintage jerseys, and classic colors creates a timeless design that will be appreciated by lacrosse fans for years to come.
The Johns Hopkins lacrosse team released a new helmet as they get ready for the 2023 season. The white shell features the cartoon blue Jay on either side along with a blue and black center stripe and the Jays script on the back. A white facemask and blue jaw area complete the new lid for Johns Hopkins.
— Cannons Lacrosse Club (@PLLCannons) May 24, 2021
The Cannons Lacrosse Club has released their new uniform set for the upcoming season. The team will have a new blue and white uniform that features the Cannons logo on the front with red, white and blue accents. The bottom of the jerseys has a unique pattern meant to resemble that of cannon smoke. The final details comes on the inside of the neckline with the saying “Built for the Future” alternating with the Cannons wordmark.
The Premier Lacrosse League has introduced a new team, Waterdogs Lacrosse Club, and with that we get our first look at the inaugural jerseys. The PLL has also announced new updated jerseys for the rest of the League. The jerseys are designed with different patterns and each features the teams logo front and center on the chest with the team’s mantra and name found on the inner neckline.
Major League Lacrosse has revealed their new uniforms for the 2020 season. The leagues new jerseys feature technology that is inspired by NASA’s heat shield protection on space shuttles.
“Playing in 100-degree heat and 100% humidity, in Annapolis, in July can be brutal with a heavy jersey weighing you down. These jerseys breathe, they move with you and they weigh just a fraction of last year’s jerseys. Playing with the Shakedown this year will make moving, clearing and surviving the heat, much easier.” -Bayhawks goalie, Brian Phipps
Each team has received a new home and away jersey with special design elements given to each team. “Philadelphia payed homage to the Barrage teams of the past, New York included the Lizard mascot wrapping around their left side, the Outlaws chose a subtle sleeve, featuring the barbs rather than a logo while Connecticut proudly displays the new Hammerhead logo on each sleeve. The sublimation allowed teams like Boston to include their uniform sponsor, Suffolk Construction, seamlessly into the design.” - MLL
MLL will be the first league to be debuting this technology in the New Balance Shakedown Jerseys.
The Maryland Lacrosse team is getting ready to start their 2020 season. To kick off the new season the team will debuting a new helmet. The white base lid will have Terps written on the sides in the Maryland font with the Maryland Flag bar under it. The center stripe pays tribute to the state flag that has become a staple of the Maryland teams uniforms. On the facemask of the bar is the finishing touch with “Be the Best” written out.
— Major League Lacrosse (@MLL_Lacrosse) July 19, 2019
The Major League Lacrosse has released their 2019 All-Star uniforms that will feature Team Ice and Team Fire. The teams will rock chrome helmets with the MLL logos on the sides wrapped with a camo pattern. The Team Fire uniform will be a white and red colorway with a camo pattern in the numbers and trim. For Team Ice the unis will be a darker colorwary with a blue camo pattern within the numbers and trim. We will see the unis and All-Stars hit the field July 27th at Navy Marine Corps. Stadium, in Annapolis, MD.
