World Lacrosse is the international governing body for lacrosse, responsible for providing effective leadership and governance of the sport globally while supporting the continued growth of lacrosse worldwide.In July 2021, World Lacrosse gained full recognition from the International Olympic Committee – a critical step in the sport's continued growth around the globe and journey to becoming an Olympic sport.World Lacrosse currently has 90 member-National Governing Bodies and holds five World Championships:Men's World ChampionshipWomen's World ChampionshipMen's U20 World ChampionshipWomen's U20 World ChampionshipMen's Box World ChampionshipWorld Lacrosse is governed by a board of directors and its organizational headquarters are in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.WORLD LACROSSE VISIONLacrosse is recognized and played by all countries worldwide and is an Olympic sportWORLD LACROSSE MISSIONWorld Lacrosse will develop lacrosse throughout the world to positively impact the lives of its participants and their communitiesWORLD LACROSSE CORE VALUESTeamwork, Integrity, Passion, Friendship, Respect, Inclusiveness