2015 Parent Meeting

AGENDA Introduction of the Program Introduction of the Staff Program Details Spring 2015 Summer 2015 Fall / Winter 2015/16 Additional information

The Bloomfield Lacrosse Club was formed last summer in an effort to provide year round options within the area. The Club supports both new and experienced players throughout the year. The Club will provide options during the Spring, Summer, and Fall / Winter seasons. Introduction of the Program

The club has qualified and trained youth coaches with numerous years of experience. The club is designed to support the youth player and their development with a variety of opportunities from specific skills sessions, competitive game schedules, and tournament play. The Club is supported by a Booster fund The Booster Fund will have local run events to support the program. Introduction of the Program

The Club will have access to Bloomfield Hills School Facilities. The Club has a board, by laws, and follows the US Lacrosse “ Gold Stick” guidelines. It is the Club and Boards intent to support youth levels from U9 to U15. Introduction of the Program

U9 – Born on or after 9/1/2005 U11 – Born on or after 9/1/2003 U13 – Born on or after 9/1/2001 U15 – Born on or after 9/1/1999 The Club will participate in the Suburban Lax League as well as play other local teams. Introduction of the Program

Introduction of the Staff

U9 -Jim CollinsHead Coach U11 – Joe Bungart Head Coach Larry Gutowsky Assistant Coach U13 - Scott McNabHead Coach Joe GrabowskiAssistant Coach U15 - Will ClugstonHead Coach Grant GriffithAssistant Coach Introduction of the Staff

Program Details Spring 2015 (U9 only) Indoor Field House practices once per week starting 03/01/15 Outdoor practices 3-4 days per week starting 04/01/15 Primary Focus on Skill Development 12 games played within 04/15/15 to 6/1/15. Registration is through bloomfield.org $ US Lacrosse $25.00

Program Details Spring 2015 (U11 thru U15) Indoor Field House practices once per week starting 03/01/15 Outdoor practices Monday through Friday starting 04/13/ games played within 04/15/15 to 6/1/15. Cranbrook LAX Jam Tournament Suburban Lacrosse league championship series All levels will register at bloomfield.org ($177.00), TEAMSNAP for the appropriate Club fee, and US Lacrosse $25.00

Program Details Spring 2015 (U11 thru U15) Positional specific coaching will be routinely offered throughout the spring season. Examples will be: Goalie position Face off position

Program Details Spring 2015 U9 – Practice and Home field – Bloomfield Hills Middle School U11 –Practice and Home field – Bloomfield Hills Middle School U13 – Practice and Home field – East Hills Middle School U15 - Practice and Home field – East Hills Middle School

Program Details Spring 2015 All Communications through TEAMSNAP Latest News and Events also on Website

Program Details Spring 2015 Equipment Sponsor – the Club will offer both a complete package as well as individual items to meet the specific needs of our players Spirit wear will also be available for parents and players

Program Details Summer 2015 There will be a summer camp design by the coaching staff specific to the program There will be two invitation only tournaments Cherry Bomb – Traverse City, MI – July Great Lakes Invitational – Kalamazoo – July Twice per week practices in preparation U11 estimated cost of $ U13/U15 estimated cost of $350.00

Program Details Fall / Winter 2015 Weekly practices for skill development There will be two invitation only tournaments Zombie Shoot Out – Armada, MI – October Boo-Bash – Oxford, MI – October TBD U11 (est.)$200 - U13/U15 (est.) $350 Winter League 7 v7 league - TBD Potential box lacrosse U11 (est.)$200 - U13/U15 (est.) $350

Program Details Throughout the year we will hold skills specific mini camps coached by high level former collegiate athletes and our own coaching staff.

Program Details Parental Involvement The league needs the following volunteers: Time clock / score keepers Statistical Keeper Boost Party/ Fund raiser helpers

Program Details More specific information on our Club can be found at

Additional Information Fund Raising Efforts Youth Parents are planning a St. Patrick’s Day Fund Raising Party – March 14 th at Dick O Dow’s Those interested, please contact: Stephanie Gutowsky