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I have been considering playing lacrosse, but i'm scared since itll be my first time ever. is it a hard sport for first timers?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

It is natural to : Be scared of something that has never been tried or that you are unfamiliar with. But, until you try it, you will always remain afraid, or unsure. If you want to try it....then go for it and try it. Like anything else safety should always come first.....

Answered 7/26/2014

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A member asked:

I have been considering playing lacrosse, but i'm scared since itll be my first time ever. is it a hard sport for first timers?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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