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- 1. Strongsville Lacrosse Association
- 2. Tonight’s Schedule • Welcome • Presentation •Q&A
- 3. Topics • Coach Introductions • Program Objectives • Program History • Teams • Season Summary & Schedule • US Lacrosse Membership • Player and Parent Responsibilities • Communication • Miscellaneous • Questions
- 4. 2012 3rd/4th Grade Coaches • Geoff Belz • Tim Geary • Brad Kostka • ?? (3rd Grade Coaches Needed) Requirements •US Lacrosse Level 1 Certification •Professional Coaches Alliance Training •Mandatory Background Check •Signed Code of Conduct •1 coach per team will be CPR certified
- 5. Program Objectives • Create a positive lacrosse experience and environment for every player • Focus on building strong individual skills and a complete understanding of all aspects of the game of lacrosse • Reinforce philosophies of US Lacrosse; • Sportsmanship, fair play, respect • Build the sport of lacrosse within the city of Strongsville and surrounding cities • Compete with the best NE Ohio programs • Operate as ONE – 3rd grade through HS program
- 6. Program History 2008 2009 2010 2011 35 Players 85 Players 180 Players 240 Players 1 Team 4 Teams 8 Teams High School 5/6 Boys 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 Boys 5/6 & 7/8 Girls Club Program Established Added Beat 3rd Place Boys MS 4th Grade Medina 6th Grade Championship 16 – 1 Record
- 7. Boys Team Structure • 3 rd & 4 th Grade • 50 Players • 2 Teams • Split by Development Status (Green and White) • Focus on development, but also be competitive • Equal playing time for all
- 8. US Lacrosse Strongsville Participation • US Lacrosse Membership is mandatory • Member of Northcoast Chapter with 40 other youth/MS organizations – 2 other chapters in Ohio • $25 player membership funds national organization, provides insurance to each player, and subscription to magazine • Visit www.uslacrosse.org to view other membership benefits and access to a variety of information and educational resources • Great resource for parents!
- 9. Schedule Summary 3rd/4th Key Dates • 6-week indoor session begins on February 9 th • 11:30 – 1:00pm at Royalton Fieldhouse • Cost is $125 per player • Outdoor practices begin weather permitting at Darice Warehouse Field (Foltz and Prospect) • Games begin on 3/21 (Green) or 4/6 (White) • 4/20 – Medina Baggataway • 4/27 – 4th Grade Olentangy (Columbus) Festival • 5/25 – Mentor Tournament
- 10. Registration Details • All Registration must be done on-line at www.strongsvillelacrosse.com • Costs: $125 Indoor, $150 outdoor • US Lacrosse membership must be completed prior to Strongsville Lax registration • Please provide cell phone number so that we can text you with practice and game updates or changes
- 11. Equipment • Helmets • Same color • Cascade – we get group discounts from Midwest • @ $90 per helmet • Shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, cup • Short stick for all players • Practice pinnie, game jersey and shorts provided • Game uniforms must be turned in at the end of year
- 12. Player and Parent Conduct • WE are ALL representatives of Strongsville Lacrosse • Rules to Live By: • Players Play • Coaches Coach • Referees Ref • Parents Cheer • Harassing and yelling at referees will NOT be tolerated!
- 13. Other Responsibilities Players and Parents • Be patient (New Players) • Make lacrosse a priority • Game Uniform laundering and care • Provide feedback to coaches – ask questions! • On-time, full gear, ready for practice and games
- 14. Communication • Open door policy with coaches • Subscribe to text service during registration • Website calendar is most reliable due to changes • Tournament information will be emailed
- 15. Parent Volunteers • Scorers and Timers • Tournament Food and Beverages
- 16. Miscellaneous • Forms and Payment Reminder • Registration • Liability • US Lacrosse Membership • $125 Indoor/$150 Outdoor Fees • New Player Helmet Orders
- 17. Questions ?