The taxonomy of squirrels, according to the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS), is: 1  Kingdom: Animalia. 2  Phylum: Chordata. 3  Class: Mammalia. 4  Order: Rodentia. 5  Suborder: Sciuromorpha. 6  Family: Sciuridae.
Generally, every player uses the same basic equipment: lacrosse stick, helmet, gloves, cleats, etc. However, differences exist in these pieces of gear that make them better suited to the needs of different positions on the field.
Player Positions. In men's lacrosse, each team has a goaltender, three defensive players, three midfielders and three offensive players. The offensive players must stay on their half of the field, the defensive players must stay on their half of the field and the midfielders can go the entire length of the field.