The scoring unit in the game of lacrosse is called a "goal." A goal is scored when the ball successfully passes through the opponent's goalposts, which are typically 6 feet high and 6 feet wide. In lacrosse, players use sticks to catch, pass, and shoot the ball, aiming to outmaneuver the opposing team to create scoring opportunities. Each goal contributes to the team's objective of outscoring the opponent by the end of the match, emphasizing teamwork, strategy, and skill throughout the game.