2002 World Lacrosse Championship

[3] The United States successfully defended their title for the sixth consecutive time, defeating Canada 18–15 in the final.

The top three finishers in the Blue Division advanced directly to the semi-finals, while the fourth place team played the winner of the Red Division for the final semi-final spot.

Blue Division fourth-place finisher Iroquois Nationals and Red Division winner Japan played a 1-game playoff to determine who would be the fourth and final semi-finalist in the championship bracket.

Tournament MVP Doug Shanahan dominated face-offs to give the USA a distinct advantage and an early lead.

However, Canada came back to get to 7-6 on a Paul Gait goal in the second quarter and then finished strong before halftime to lead 9-7.