Gate way

Once Medicine ball was taken and changed into the white mans way and given the name lacrosse it was no longer the natives sport. Now in days the game of lacrosse is played by many different ethnic cultures but is still mainly played by Caucasians. A sad story that also motivated me to play lacrosse was about three brothers from a native reserve on the east coast. In 2013 three brothers playing from the same native reserve and family are now playing for Albany college Also leading in the most points ever scored in a season and most scored ever. with over 200 goals in one season everyone's thinking of them as the top dogs, and it might seem that way as an athlete but as a human being they were hurt. Myles, Lyle and Ty Thompson throughout their season were given racist names by other college players for example " Wagon burners", "Pocahontas" and "Bucks". Growing up knowing  the true meaning  of the game lacrosse and being able to play with family and friends who love it just as much and then once old enough you get scooted by colleges that only want you for your skill and players who are only there to win. don't get me wrong everyone's goal is to win when playing sports but the way and reason your playing matters. Imagine finding out your culture had created a sport that was taken and changed and when you go to play it you are unwelcome and are given racial comments. enjoy the game of lacrosse but play with the mindset in which it was created and treat everyone equal.