South Austin Lacrosse Association: Welcome
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South Austin Lacrosse Association (SALA) is the community lacrosse team for boys and girls in the South Austin area. Our players attend Small, Gorzycki, Covington, Bailey and other middle schools, Mills, Patton, Baranoff, Oak Hill, Clayton, Kiker, Casey, Baldwin, Manchaca and other elementary schools, as well as private schools, home schools and charter schools.
The Spring season begins with practices in January and a pre-season tournament in February. Games start the last week of February. Information can be found below or in the Registration packet found in the Handouts section. If you would like to receive additional information on these events or have any questions regarding our program, contact Derek Craig at Derek@SouthAustinLAX.org or call 512-288-5539.____________________________________________________________________
Friday, January 6
Registration is open for the Spring 2012 regular season. Practices will start January 10th (Small MS, 4:30-6:00). We have a great mix of new and experienced players and look forward to an outstanding season of boys and girls lacrosse.
Registration forms can be found in the Handout section of this site or contact Coach Craig (derek@southaustinlax.org). We'll collect forms and payment during practice.
Never Played? Come for a test drive during practice: learn the basics and meet the coaches. Over 90% of those who try it will sign up, and over 99% of our players continue to play after the first season. We have some loaner sticks that can be borrowed to start and we can discuss equipment and the season before you commit.
Questions: contact Coach Craig (derek@southaustinlax.org or 288-5539).
Thursday, October 20
Registration for Fall and Spring Activities is open for boys and girls. An information packet and forms can be found in the Handouts section.
Pre-Season Events: Practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 8-December 1, 4:30-6:00 at Clint Small MS. Boys and girls, veterans and beginners are welcome. We'll be working toward pre-season tournament and games.
Practices are free of charge but players will need to fill out Registration form and Medical Release forms. Players currently enrolled in the Top Dog Fall Clinic DO NOT have to turn in additional Registration form but DO need to supply a Medical Release form or copy of physical from the last 12 months.
Early Bird Registration: Players who turn in Registration, Medical Release and Payment by December 3 will be entered in a drawing for a new boys or girls stick.
Registration will be open until January 10.
Online payment is available! Contact me for details (derek@southaustinlax.org)
Handout: Registration Forms
Saturday, November 5th, the state champion UT Women's Lacrosse team will put on a clinic for girls from 3rd-8th grade at Clint Small Middle School from 9:00-11:00am.
"We have 82 boys youth teams in Austin and only a handful of programs for girls - that's a shame," says SALA President Derek Craig. "South Austin Lacrosse is committed to providing an opportunity for both boys and girls to play and the UT women's team was eager to come out, help spread the word about the sport that's spreading like wildfire across the country."
The clinic is open to girls from all over the South Austin area, whether they're veteran players or just interested in trying it. SALA will provide equipment for the participants to use and there's no charge for attendance.
"Over 98% of the players who have played on our lacrosse teams will continue to play," states Craig. "It's an amazing, addictive sport that more girls need to know about."
Due to an increase in interest, we'll have two programs this Fall:
Top Dog Fall Clinic: The best way to start your lacrosse experience. The Fall Clinic is part of the Top Dog Lacrosse training program and ideal for players who have never played, or would like to perfect their skills before pre-season tournaments start in December. We’ll have eight sessions over four weeks and progress from basic stick skills to game fundamentals to let them experience the sport in a non-contact, learning environment. Online registration and payment is available at www.topdoglacrosse.com or email Coach Craig (derek@southaustinlax.org) and he'll send you the forms if you prefer to pay by check.
Who's Invited: 2nd-8th Grade Boys & Girls who want to try the sport
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 4-27, 5:00-6:00pm at Small MS
Equipment: Stick, gloves (optional), and great attitude
Cost: $100
Registration: www.topdoglacrosse.com
SALA Pre-Season Games: For experienced players, and those who attend the Fall Clinic and can’t wait to get on the field, we’ve scheduled practices in November to prepare for local pre-season tournaments. We anticipate 2-3 tournaments with 3-4 games at each and would like to have Lightning, Junior and Senior squads representing us.
Who's Invited: 2nd-8th Grade Boys & Girls
Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, November 8 – December 1, 4:30-5:30pm at Small MS
Cost: TBA
Equipment: Stick, Helmet, Gloves & Pads
Registration: Opens October 15. Watch for updates here on the website or contact us (derek@southaustinlax.org) to get email updates.
And don't forget the FREE CLINIC this Saturday, 9/24 put on by Texas Heat Lacrosse! This clinic is open to all players, beginner to pro, and benefits the Texas wildfire victims.
