Best Lacrosse Bags & Equipment Bags
Lacrosse gear doesn't fit in a regular sports bag. Between two sticks, a helmet, shoulder pads, arm pads, gloves, cleats, and a mouth guard case, you need a bag designed around lacrosse-specific dimensions — especially stick tubes long enough to hold a 30"+ shaft with a head attached. Here's what to look for and what's worth buying at each price range.
What to look for in a lacrosse bag
- Stick tubes. Most lacrosse bags have external side tubes or a long internal pocket for sticks. External tubes are easier to access; internal is more protected. Either way, make sure the tube is long enough to hold a stick fully assembled (head on shaft) — some budget bags are too short.
- Helmet storage. A helmet takes up significant volume and needs protection from being crushed. Dedicated padded helmet compartments or helmet pockets on top are the cleanest solution; some players just put the helmet in the main compartment and arrange pads around it.
- Separate cleats pocket. A vented exterior pocket for cleats keeps dirty cleats away from pads and lets them air out. More important than it sounds if you're in wet or muddy conditions regularly.
- Ventilation. Lacrosse pads get sweaty. Mesh panels or vented main compartments make a real difference in how long your bag smells acceptable.
- Size vs. portability. Backpack-style bags are easier to carry; duffle-style bags hold more. Most travel-to-practice setups benefit from a backpack; tournament bags where you're also packing extra uniforms and water for the day are better as a duffle.
Best lacrosse backpack: STX Lacrosse Challenger Bag
STX Lacrosse Challenger Bag
The STX Challenger is the most recommended backpack-style lacrosse bag for everyday practice transport. It holds 2 sticks in external tubes, has a main compartment big enough for pads and a helmet, and a separate vented bottom compartment for cleats. The straps are padded enough to be comfortable with a full load. For a player carrying gear to school or practice daily, this is the bag that fits without being oversized.
Best for: daily practice transport, middle school through high school players.
Check Price on AmazonBest duffle-style bag: Maverik Lacrosse Elude Bag
Maverik Lacrosse Elude Bag
When you're packing for a full tournament day — multiple uniform changes, extra water, snacks, and all your gear — a duffle holds more and organizes better than a backpack. The Maverik Elude has external stick holders, a main compartment big enough for a full gear load, and a separate vented pocket for cleats and wet gear. Maverik's bags are consistently praised for durability; this one runs longer than most.
Best for: tournament days, players who carry a lot of extra gear, or parents who want one bag that holds everything.
Check Price on AmazonBudget pick: Under Armour Lacrosse Bag
Under Armour Lacrosse Bag
Under Armour makes a range of sport bags that work fine for lacrosse at a meaningfully lower price than dedicated lacrosse brands. The construction is simpler and the lacrosse-specific features (stick tubes, dedicated cleats pocket) vary by model, but for a young player in their first season who may or may not stick with the sport, a $40-$60 Under Armour bag is a reasonable starting point before investing in a premium bag.
Best for: new players, first season, or parents who want to see commitment before buying a $80+ bag.
Check Price on AmazonGoalie bags: bigger is necessary
Goalies carry significantly more gear than field players — the chest protector alone takes up most of a standard lacrosse backpack. If you're buying a bag for a goalie, look specifically for "goalie bag" or "oversized lacrosse bag" rather than standard player bags. Most players bags will not fit goalie chest protectors and throat guards in addition to the standard kit.
Shop Goalie Bags on AmazonRelated guides
If you're new to the sport and figuring out what gear to put in the bag, start with ourYouth Lacrosse Gear Guide for Parents— it covers the full equipment list and what's required vs. optional.