1. Rosemount youth lacrosse
2017

2. Agenda Board Members Youth lacrosse governing bodies
Age groups – boys and girls
Girls Season
Boys Season
Laxtravaganza
Summer Options
Resources

3. Board of directors Name Position Heather Whebbe Program Director
Amy Proshek
Treasurer
Don Pasch
Secretary
Holli Priebe
Registration Coordinator
Jessica Brandt
Communications Coordinator & Website
Natalie Albers
Marketing & Uniforms Coordinator
Open
Equipment Coordinator
Fields Coordinator
Mike Humble
Player Development and Coaches Coordinator
Mike Pavek
Fundraising Coordinator
Shannon Lilga
9/10 Coordinators
Chris Winkler
14U Coordinator
Ethan Stanton
12U Coordinator
10U Coordinator
8U Coordinator
IP Coordinator
Chris Gullickson
Girls Coordinators
Lance Kuehn
Boys High School
Jeff Smith
Girls High School
John Duchscherer
RAAA Rep

4. governing bodies
US Lacrosse – national governing body of lacrosse – uslacrosse.org
Minnesota Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association (MSSLAX) – girls spring and summer seasons – msslax.com
Minnesota Boys’ Scholastic Lacrosse Association (MBSLA) – boys spring season – mbsla.org
Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota (YLM) – boys summer season – youthlaxmn.com
Dakota Lacrosse – 8U and 10U spring indoor box

5. New Age groups
US Lacrosse establishes eligibility guidelines to promote a safe and sportsmanlike environment. US lacrosse believes that leagues, associations and other organizers of youth lacrosse should provide playing opportunities that, as much as possible, aim to establish a “level playing field” among players of similar ages.
In order to help ensure this, US Lacrosse has changed the age groups for both boys and girls lacrosse.
The age groups are still determined by Date of Birth for both Boys and Girls

6. New Age groups
Girls
Boys

7. Girls Lacrosse overview
Many differences to the boys game including equipment, field striping, and rules
The sport emphasizes fun, team work, hand/eye coordination, speed, stamina and safety!
Our teams at all levels welcome new players to the sport!
In two years:
We have built the biggest girls program in the area
Our teams have had great success in league games and tournaments
Thanks to all of our great coaches and to our past girls coordinator (Dale Freking) for the hard work in getting us established!

8. Girls Lacrosse overview
Game and Team Structure
We expect to have at least one team at each level
We coordinate with Eagan, Eastview, Apple Valley if needed to makes sure all interested girls in the area can play
Current RAAA registrations (as of 2/6/2017)
8U/10U - 3
12U - 7
14U – 13
Level
Field Size
# Players
Ideal Team Size
8U / 10U
Half
7 v 7; no goalies
10 – 15
12U and 14U
Full
12 v 12
18 – 24+

9. Girls Season structure
Similar to past two seasons
April: Skill sessions in Irish Dome
Two times per week
May - Early August: Outdoor practices, games, and tournament
Practices and games – approximately three times per week
Will try to avoid weekends
Field will likely be Fieldstone in Lakeville (near Hy-Vee)

10. girls season April Skills Training
Spring skills will be held in April at the Irish Dome:
Emphasis is on basic fundamentals, small area games and scrimmages
Eagan, Eastview and Apple Valley
Led by adult coaches and High school varsity players
Anybody interested in helping coach should jump in and volunteer

11. girls season May - August
Outside practices and scrimmages start (approx. 2 practices per week)
Farmington Jamboree to be scheduled
June and July:
Approximately 8 games against other MSSLAX teams – most / all games are in the south metro area
We encourage everyone to form/find a team for optional 4x4 tournament as part of Leprechaun days
August:
End of season MSSLAX tournament August 4th and 6th at Lakeville South High School

12. Girls Team formation
Teams may include girls from other associations but we will attempt to create Rosemount-only teams where possible
Target is for teams to be formed by the end of April
8U / 10U and 12U: MSSLAX does not have different levels
If we have more than one team, coaches and board attempt to make the teams competitively even
14U: MSSLAX offers “A” and “B” divisions
If we have more than one team, we must have at least one “A” team
Any players that are playing on our high school team must play on a “A” team for the summer
Based on current projections, we expect to have one A and one B team
Evaluations are scheduled for end of April

13. Required equipment Lacrosse goggles Lacrosse stick
Mouth guard (colored)
Tennis shoes or cleats (not metal)
Goalie equipment is provided for all teams (no goalies at 8U/10U)
Uniform tops, skorts and compression shorts will be provided in early June

14. Volunteers needed Coaching Team Managers
Goal is to have a parent Head Coach with a college / high school player as Assistant Coach for each team
We have a few dedicated and great adult coaches at 12U and 14U
Don’t be afraid to volunteer as a coach, especially at 8U/10U level
If interested, we will get you up-to-speed
April Skills Sessions are a good way to learn from others
Team Managers
Helps coaches with communication, website, and organizing volunteers for games

15. Girls resources Many travel clubs, clinics, and tournaments now exist
Some organizations to research and consider are:
MN Elite
True Lacrosse
Frog Lacrosse
Team MN
Minnesota Lakers
Minnesota Lacrosse Academy
Lax Connections
Other important websites:
MSSLAX – rules, schedule, results for the summer season
Rosemount youth lacrosse
Irish girls high school lacrosse:

16. Boys Lacrosse overview
Game and Team Structure
We expect to have at least two teams at each level
Current RAAA registrations (as of 2/6/2017)
8U Box – Summer - 12
10U Box – 33 Summer - 17
12U - 39
14U – 29
Level
Field Size
Ideal Team Size
Players
Goalie
Off- Sides
Pass Rule
EMT
8U/10U Box
Full
11 -16
5 v 5
Yes No
2 Attempts
8U summer
Cross
13-18
3 Attempts
10U summer
15-21
7 v 7
2 Completed
12U spring/summer
18-21
10 v 10
None
14U spring/summer

17. Boys seasons When What January – March Registration March 6 – May 24
8U and 10U Spring Box Season
March 27– March 31
Spring Tune-up – 14U, 12U, 10U and 8U boys only
April 12 - April 20
12U and 14U pre-evaluation practices
April 26 & April 28
12U and 14U evaluations
April 3 – May 31
MBSLA 9/10
May 6 – July 31
12U and 14U Season
May 22 – May 24
8U and 10U Evaluations for Summer Season
May 29 – July 30
8U and U10 Summer Season
June 12 – June 15
Shooting face off clinic (Grades 3 – 9 for fall of 2017)
June 19 – June 20
IP Camp
July 17 – July 20
3 on 3 Fast Break Camp (Grades 3 – 9 for fall of 2017)
July 26
Leprechaun Days 3 on 3 Tournament

18. Team formation IP – Boys and Girls 8U / 10U Spring Box 8U Summer
No evaluations for IP. Teams are formed based on school attendance and geography - we try to keep schoolmates together. No special requests will be accepted.
8U / 10U Spring Box
No evaluations for 8U and 10U spring for Dakota Lacrosse
Teams will be chosen by the Age Group Coordinators and coaches based mainly on skill (we will not be able to honor requests)
8U Summer
One-day player evaluations conducted on May 22nd or May 24th
Evaluations will be conducted by age group coordinator and coaches
Equal teams will be formed
10U Summer
One-day player evaluations conducted on May 23rd or May 24th

19. Team formation 12U and 14U (single season)
Two-day player evaluations conducted on April 26th and 28th
Evaluations will be conducted by outside evaluators hired by the board
Evaluations for 9/10 are combined with the high school tryouts

20. Volunteers needed Coaching Team Managers Chill Managers
We need parent volunteer coaches for IP, 8U and 10U. Don’t be afraid to volunteer as a coach. If interested, we will get you up-to-speed.
We will have paid coaches for all 12U and 14U teams
Team Managers
Helps coaches with communication, website, and organizing volunteers for games
Chill Managers
Chill stands for Cool Heads Instill Life Lessons
Team parent who is responsible for monitoring to ensure all players, coaches, and spectators are being respectful and showing good sportsmanship to all.

21. Required gear (Boys) Boys Equipment Needed
Lacrosse helmet with face shield
IP and 8U/10U box can wear a hockey helmet
Lacrosse stick
Mouth guard (colored)
Athletic supporter
Tennis shoes or cleats (not metal)
Shoulder pads, arm pads, lacrosse gloves
Goalie equipment is provided for all teams
Pinnie will be provided for 8U and 10U box
Pinnie and shorts will be provided for 8U – 14U summer
T-shirts will be provided for IP players

22. Boys resources Many travel clubs, clinics, and tournaments now exist
Some organizations to research and consider are:
True Lacrosse
Frog Lacrosse
Team MN
Homegrown Lacrosse
Gopher Select
Team 36
Other important websites:
Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota – rules, schedule, results for the summer season
Rosemount youth lacrosse

23. Evaluation Process for Girls 14U, Boys 14U and 12U
Evaluations:
Two-day player evaluations conducted on April 26th and 28th
Evaluations will be conducted by outside evaluators hired by the board
Evaluations will be run by the outside evaluators (they decide on drills, give instructions to players, demonstrate drills for players, etc.)
Board Members that do NOT have players in that age group may participate in the evaluations as silent observers
Players need to try out for the position that they want to play for the season
Players will be scored on athleticism, lacrosse IQ, stick skills. Face of skills and goalie skills will also be scored. Players will be given a combined score for both days
Although we do encourage players to attend both days of evaluations, it is not mandatory. However, attending only one day of evaluations could affect the players score

24. Evaluation Process for Girls 14U, Boys 14U and 12U
Evaluations (Continued)
The outside evaluators will select the A team
No adjustments will be made to the A team selected by the outside evaluators
If there are 3 or more teams at an age level, equal B teams will be formed
Teams will be posted by end of day Monday, May 1st
The board’s evaluation committee will select the equal B teams, based on evaluation scores and input from age group coordinators, past and current coaches
NO spectators are allowed during the evaluations
Players not available for evaluations
Players not able to participate in evaluations for medical reasons will be provided an alternate evaluation process per our current policy document
Players unable to attend any of the evaluation days for reasons other then medical, the player will automatically be placed on a B team

25. Finance Update 2017 fee summary:
Reduction of $20 for 8U Spring due to fewer hours of box league then 10U
Addition of $20 for boys 12U and 14U to cover additional spring training
Addition of $15 to cover the entire girls uniform
Addition of $10 for 14U girls due to requirement for evaluations
Addition of $20 for 14U girls due to paid coaches
Addition of $25 for 9/10 due to increase in compensation for paid coaches
We are very competitive in fees compared to neighboring communities
Fundraising and donations are invested in the program to benefit everyone:
Equipment (nets, goalie equipment, etc.)
Coaching development
Player fees go directly to the player and team – see the next slide

26. Allocation of Player Fees

27. laxtravaganza
Sunday, April 9th from 1pm to 3 pm at the Rosemount High School Student Center
One time opportunity for uniform sizing
Apparel orders/sizing
Vendors
Traveling program information
Silent Auction
Boys and Girls starter kits
Stringing on site

28. Other summer opportunities
Boys Lacrosse Face Off and Shooting Camp (grades 3-9)
Improve and develop two of the most crucial lacrosse skills that have a large impact on your game! During the first half of camp, players will work on the fundamentals of a lacrosse shot from multiple dimensions of the lacrosse field. The second half of the camp will focus on the intricate art of the face off. Learn multiple moves and counter moves to the face off. Players will see the impact on their game by taking more shots and more face offs than they will see all season!
Boys Lacrosse 3 on 3 Fast Break Camp (grades 3-9)
In the game of lacrosse, over 70% of goals are scored during fast break and odd man situations. Learn the skills and techniques needed to master fast break offensive and defensive situations. Players will be trained by a camp staff made up of local high school coaches and varsity players who have over 30 years of experience combined. Daily sessions will include odd man situations, fast break drills, fast whistle restarts and small game 3 v 3 competitions. Small games situations will increase the number of repetitions and touches you will experience with the ball. Each daily session will conclude with tournament. Prizes will be awarded.
Travel programs

29. resources
Rosemount Youth Lacrosse (
Rosemount Area Athletic Association (
US Lacrosse – national governing body of lacrosse – (
Minnesota Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association (MSSLAX) – girls spring and summer seasons – (
Minnesota Boys’ Scholastic Lacrosse Association (MBSLA) – boys spring season – (
Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota (YLM) – boys summer season – (
East Side Lacrosse– lacrosse gear – (
Lavin Lacrosse – lacrosse gear – (
General Sports – lacrosse gear and apparel – (
Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Coaches
Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Parents