FALL BOYS AND CO-ED LACROSSE: Welcome
2009 FALL BOYS AND CO-ED LACROSSE PROGRAMS
PLEASE NOTE!
TIME CHANGE EFFECTIVE 9/24
Due to waning daylight hours, we will be moving our Thursday night 6:30-7:30 PM lacrosse playing time to 6:15 PM-darkness.
Click "Handouts" to the left to download Boys and Co-Ed Lacrosse Program registration forms or CLICK HERE.
This year we are offering the following programs on Thursdays and/or Sundays for boys in grades K-12:
Team Play:
--Varsity, Grades 10-12
--Junior Varsity and Freshman, Grades 8-10
Instructional Sessions:
--Grades 6-10
--Grades 2-5, Full Equipment Youth Level
--Co-ed Beginner, Grades K-5, Stick-Only
Each level will be coached by some of the area's finest high school and college-level coaches. Each player will be given quality instruction that fits that player's level of experience. That instruction includes: stick handling, catching, passing, cradling, offensive tactics and techniques, defensive tactics and techniques, team concepts, goalkeeping skills, and live game skills and tactics, as well as field evaluations and coaches' recommendations.
Please read over the sections below for more information.
BASIC PROGRAM DETAILS
Our Thursday program begins September 17 and runs through October 15. Our Sunday program begins September 20 and runs through October 25, excluding September 27.
All sessions will be held on the fields next to the ice hockey rink at Clifton Commons, EXCEPT for varsity team play on Thursday nights, which will be held at the Halfmoon Sportsplex. See "Sites" below for directions, or click on "Locations" to the left.
All team play and instructional programs (except Co-Ed Beginner) are $90 for Thursday OR Sunday and $165 for both nights, if paid by 9/12, or $100 and $180, respectively, if paid later than 9/12.
Co-Ed Beginner instructional program is $75 for Thursday OR Sunday and $135 for BOTH nights, if paid by 9/12, or $85 and $155, respectively, if paid later than 9/12.
This year we are offering per-night signups as well as full-season signups. This will give players who can attend only once or twice a chance to play! All programs are $25 per night.
A $30 non-refundable fee is included in the price of all programs.
Register by mail early. We do not confirm registrations. Please arrive at the given times.
We will be accepting applications up to 1/2 prior to start times, if spots are available.
TEAM PLAY
*NOTE: A player could participate in this program AND instructional sessions. The times will not conflict.
Varsity/Grades 10-12 (10th graders must have 3+ years' experience)
Players in this program should be returning varsity players or players who will be trying out for their varsity team in the spring. This level will play live games against players from other schools as our expert coaching staff provides team and individual coaching instruction. Players from local schools will be placed on the same or "school" team/partial teams, and free agents will be placed together on a team.
--Thursday 7:30-8:30 p.m. (at Halfmoon Sportsplex)
--Sunday 4:00-5:00 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Both Thursday and Sunday
JV & Freshman/Grades 8-10 (8th graders must have 3+ years' experience)
Players in this program should be players who will be trying out for their JV or freshman teams in the spring. This level will play live games against players from other schools as our expert coaching staff provides team and individual coaching instruction. Players from local schools will be placed on the same or "school" team/partial teams, and free agents will be placed together on a team.
--Thursday 6:30-7:30 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Sunday 3:00-4:00 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Both Thursday and Sunday
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
*NOTE: A player could participate in this program AND team play. The times will not conflict.
These programs are for players that want to sharpen their basic skills while being introduced to more advanced skills. Our expert coaching staff will instruct each player using the same techniques they've used to mold numerous all-league and all-American players in the past. Players should choose a level based on age and skill, with advanced players "playing up".
GRADES 6-10
This program is for the beginner, novice or intermediate level and is geared towards helping players make their school's team in the spring. A half-hour scrimmage will take place each night after an instructional session so players can learn individual and team concepts.
--Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Sunday 2:00-3:00 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Both Thursday and Sunday
FULL-EQUIPMENT YOUTH LEVEL, GRADES 2-5
This program is for all skill levels and is held in an encouraging and physically positive environment. Having fun while learning is the key in this group session.
--Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Sunday 2:00-3:00 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Both Thursday and Sunday
CO-ED BEGINNER LEVEL FOR GRADES K-5 (STICK ONLY)
This program is for beginners and takes place in a fun, hands-on environment. It's just right for those who want to try the fastest-growing sport in America. We will be using a puffball and no contact is allowed. The emphasis is on fun!
--Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Sunday 2:00-3:00 p.m. (at Clifton Commons)
--Both Thursday and Sunday
SITES
Thursday evening varsity team play will take place at the Halfmoon Sportsplex. Click here for directions.
All other programs will take place at the fields next to the hockey rink at the Clifton Commons. Click here for directions.
EQUIPMENT
Players must wear personal equipment mandated by high school lacrosse regulations. There will be requisite equipment available for rent by any person in need. Cleats can be worn as long as they have no metal parts to them.
REGISTRATION
Pre-registration by mail to: Capitalland Lacrosse, 7 Azalea Ct., Clifton Park, NY 12065. Registrations will also be accepted 1/2 hour prior to each scheduled session as long as space is available. Register early to ensure your spot!
INCLEMENT WEATHER
If weather conditions are threatening, please call 527-6110 or 527-1340 one hour before play for information as to whether programs will be in session. You can also check our website.
