Laxmas Is Coming
The run up to Christmas can get a little stressful here at Northern Soul, the high volume of online orders, custom stringing and customers in store can be a challenge...
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Yippee Ki-Yay, Christmas Lovers!🎄🎅🎬Yippee Ki-Yay, Christmas Lovers!🎄🎅🎬
With Christmas fast approaching there has been much speculation about themes for this years Christmas YouTube videos. With so many new faces among the staff here at Northern Soul there...
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Women's Box LacrosseWomen's Box Lacrosse
Women’s Box Lacrosse My first experience of box lacrosse was in March 2018 when a friend invited me to play a scrimmage in Nuneaton. I left with two things on...
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There Can Be Only One.....There Can Be Only One.....
If you've a movie buff you might know these references... "There can be only one" - Highlander Or the scene in Spartacus where the Romans capture Spartacus and his slave...
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Olympic Lacrosse - A New EraOlympic Lacrosse - A New Era
Lacrosse, a fast-paced and exciting sport, has been gaining popularity around the world. With its roots in Native American culture, lacrosse has evolved into a competitive sport played by millions...
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Lacrosse Post PandemicLacrosse Post Pandemic
Lacrosse, once a thriving sport with a rich history, has faced numerous challenges in recent years. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated the existing issues, leading to concerns about the...
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The Oldest And Perhaps Rarest Lacrosse Stick In England?The Oldest And Perhaps Rarest Lacrosse Stick In England?
I'll be surprised if there is a lacrosse stick anywhere in England older than this one. Had I have said Europe then I'd be wrong, as the oldest known lacrosse...
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The Evolution Of LacrosseThe Evolution Of Lacrosse
Lacrosse, a sport that combines speed, skill, and strategy, has a rich history that dates back centuries. In this blog post, we will delve into the origins of lacrosse, exploring...
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The Fastest Game on Two FeetThe Fastest Game on Two Feet
What makes lacrosse the fastest sport? Lacrosse is often referred to as the fastest sport on two feet, and for good reason. With its combination of speed, agility, and physicality,...
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Famous People That Played LacrosseFamous People That Played Lacrosse
Lacrosse is a popular sport that combines elements of basketball, soccer, and hockey. It requires speed, agility, and excellent hand-eye coordination. While lacrosse is often associated with athletes from a...
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Vintage Vault - Brine Swerve
Vintage Vault - Brine Swerve
In the 33 years that I've played and coached lacrosse there's been a crazy amount of lacrosse equipment hit the market. During this time the lacrosse head has developed to the...
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Soul Points Loyalty ProgramSoul Points Loyalty Program
Did you know that with every purchase of you now make with Northern Soul, you are earning loyalty points? If you've answered no then don't panic as you can still...
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University Lacrosse: The DivideUniversity Lacrosse: The Divide
Many thanks to Laurence Pierce for the following article. I've always been jealous of people who started lacrosse at junior level. To benefit from being taught proper techniques from...
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Alf Jacques Joins The Big Game In The SkyAlf Jacques Joins The Big Game In The Sky
The term Legend is over used but in the case of Alf Jacques, legend is most defiantly suitable. Chief Oren Lyons, Faithkeeper of the Turtle Clan recently said “Alfie Jacques is a...
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Friendship Through Lacrosse - Curtis DaviesFriendship Through Lacrosse - Curtis Davies
Having been involved in lacrosse for over 30 decades during which I have played and coached all over the UK and mainland Europe, I can safely say I've made countless...
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England vs HofstraEngland vs Hofstra
It's been many years since the England men's national lacrosse have hosted a game against a US college team here in the UK but the wait is over. This 2...
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Travis Gabriel - Stick MakerTravis Gabriel - Stick Maker
Travis “Tionatakwente” Gabriel is from Kanesatake, west of Montreal, part of the Mohawk Nation, and a noted maker of wooden lacrosse sticks. In fact, Travis was one of a small select group of handmade...
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The Vintage Vault Is BackThe Vintage Vault Is Back
Now that the 2022/23 lacrosse season here in the UK is coming to an end and we have more time to produce some content for our various social media platforms...
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Dave "Wavey" Leach Update
Dave "Wavey" Leach Update
Let me introduce David Leach, England and Wales lacrosse Player, Osteopath, husband, father and if you ever had the pleasure of meeting him, one of the most vibrant, energetic and lovers...
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Northern Soul On YouTube
Northern Soul On YouTube
If you're a regular to this blog then the chances are you also watched the odd YouTube video we've done over the past few years. Ok, so by no means...
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Lacrosse Equipment Used In Other Sports?Lacrosse Equipment Used In Other Sports?
It may surprise you to learn that there are a few other sports using lacrosse equipment. In recent years it has became increasingly popular to use lacrosse sticks to coach...
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Lacrosse Live Partners With Northern Soul.
Lacrosse Live Partners With Northern Soul.
Pleased to announce that we have partnered with Glenn Hodnett, the man behind the camera at Lacrosse Live. Now if you are not familiar with Lacrosse Live then you need...
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Northern Soul - The UK Lacrosse Community's Largest Lacrosse StoreNorthern Soul - The UK Lacrosse Community's Largest Lacrosse Store
I remember back in 2010 having the conversation with my father and co-founder of Northern Soul. I'd suggested we might want a "shop front" as only a few months...
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Dave "Wavey" Leach Fundraising RaffleDave "Wavey" Leach Fundraising Raffle
Dave Leach AKA Wavey needs the help of the lacrosse community. Sadly Dave was hurt while playing the game we all love and he is looking at serious spinal damage...
