1. 2017 Kettle Moraine Laser Lacrosse Club
Parent Meeting

2. AGENDA Introductions KM and MADLAX League Schedules Upcoming Dates
KM LAX Mission and Purpose
KM LAX Goals
KM and MADLAX League
Equipment/Uniforms
Mandatory Paperwork
KM Website
Schedules
Upcoming Dates
Volunteer Opportunities
Coach Introductions

3. KM Board Members President – Randy Race Vice President – Vacant
Secretary – Cheryl Filo
Treasurer – Curt Disrud
Director of Operations – Jerry Yakel
H.S. Boys Representative – Michael Stefan
H.S. Girls Representative – Glenn Carter
Youth Boys Player Representative – Nancy Haselwood
Youth Boys Coach Representative – Dan Foster
Youth Girls Representative – Teresa Dulde

4. KM Lacrosse Mission
The mission of KMLC is to develop leadership and team skills in our youth, which will last a lifetime.

5. KM Lacrosse Club Purpose Statement
KMLC exists to provide KM youth and families:
A respect for the sport of lacrosse
Development & improvement of LAX skills
Physical, mental and moral development
Promotion of honest game play, good sportsmanship, and fair playing time at all levels

6. KM Lacrosse Goals Prepare athletes for success - the focus:
Individual player development
Strong stick skills and many “touches” combine for superior play
Not a win at all cost approach
Continuous Improvement based on parent/player input

7. KM Lacrosse Goals Skill development goals by level:
Fun - a goal at all levels of play
U9’s - Teach the game, rules, and skills
U11’s & U13’s - Increase lacrosse IQ such as field awareness and ball movement
U15’s - Preparation for the high school program through advanced defenses and offenses

8. MADLAX League www.madlax.org MADLAX Madison Area Lacrosse Association
Baraboo, DeForest, Janesville, LaCrosse, Madison East, Madison Westside, Middleton, Oregon, Sauk Prairie, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Verona Watertown, Waunakee, Elkhorn, Kettle Moraine (17 teams)
Three conference divisions; West, Central, & South (KM part of South Division)
South Division: KM, Janesville, Elkhorn, Oregon, & Stoughton

9. MADLAX League – Schedule Details
10-12 game schedule for each member team.
Teams may schedule additional games with other MALA teams as time and budget allows.
Age-based grouping
Based on player’s age as of Sept. 1
Play-date format to minimize travel as many games as possible
Multiple a host teams field(s) on a single day
When possible, one day per weekend

10. US Lacrosse Code of Conduct
Players, coaches, spectators and parents are to conduct themselves in a manner that “Honors the Game” and demonstrates respect to other players, coaches, officials and spectators. The essential elements in this “Code of Conduct” are HONESTY and INTEGRITY”.
“It is only through such conduct that our sport can earn and maintain a positive image and make its full contribution to youth sports in the United States and around the world.”

11. Issue Resolution Please exercise the 24 Hour Rule…
Wait 24 hours after a game to contact a coach with any issues you want to address.

12. Mandatory Paperwork - Community Ed
US Lacrosse Numbers need to be up to date
Concussion forms need to be signed (only if the player does not attend a KM school)
Payment in Full

13. Equipment/Uniform Kerry.hardin@gmail.com 262-617-0362
Game Uniforms – Kerry Hardin
Practice Equipment
Helmet
Shoulder Pads
Gloves
Arm/Elbow Pads
Cleats, no metal
Colored Mouth guard - not clear
Cup – Goalies are required
Stick
Pinnies at practice
Game Equipment
Helmet
Shoulder Pads
Gloves
Arm/Elbow Pads
Cleats, no metal
Colored Mouth guard - not clear
Cup – Goalies are required
Stick
Uniform at Games
Game Jersey
Navy Shorts
Socks – each coach has own rules on socks

14. Equipment Rental CurtD@wkmr.com Helmet Gloves Shoulder Pads Elbow pads
$75 for the season, (20 sets left)
Contact Curt Disrud:

15. www.kmlacrosse.com Emails and Texting Account Set Up Links
Waivers/paperwork
Team Contact Info
KM LAX Bag Order due March 8

16. KM LAX Bag Order Form and money due March 8, 2017 Backpack Bag $110
Your Name can go here.
Please mail order form and payment to:
Jalane Sauer
5038 Wayfare Trail, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Check payable to KM Community Ed.
Form and money due March 8, 2017

17. Practice Schedule U9 and U11 When: April 3 – June 4
Where: Genesee Lake Road Town Park
        Genesee Lake Road
U11 – Tu/Th 5:30-7:00
U9 – Tu/Th 5:45-6:45

18. Practice Schedule U13 and U15 When: March 20, 23, 27, 30
Where: Stiks S5197 W240 Kuenzi Lane
Waukesha, WI 53189
U13 & U15 – 5:30-7:00
When: April 3 – June 4
Where: Genesee Lake Road Town Park
        Genesee Lake Road
U13 & U15 – Mo/Tu/Th 5:30-7:00

19. KM LAX Club Dates March 20 - Practices Begin U13 & U15 only at STIKS
April 3 - All levels - Outdoor Practices Begins
April 25 – Team Pictures at Genesee
May 9 – Youth Night
5:30p-7p KMHS - Upper grass
7:20p Youth form tunnel for Varsity on turf
Halftime: Players meet KM turf
Youth introductions
Youth should wear game jersey
Ball toss competition
June 7 - End of Season Celebration!!!
August 5th – KM LAX Golf Outing – Kettle Hills GC

20. Schedule / Events March 26 April – June May ?? June 3-4
Youth Jamboree - Dells
Play date format:
8 Divisional Games
4 Cross Divisional Games
Top Cheese (TBD)
Fox Valley Face Off (TBD)
Oneida Tournament (TBD)
Schedules
Dells Scrimmage - March 20
April 9 - Appleton/Verona
April 16 - Conference Game
April 23 - Conference Game
April 30/May 1 - St. Viator Jr. Lions
May 7/8 - Top Cheese Tourney
May 14 - Fox Valley(A) or Hudson(H)
May 21 - Conference Game
June 4 - Oneida tourney
Open Weekends allow for scheduling other events; added games, in-season tournaments
Note: Yellow text = TBD

21. Top Cheese Classic May 6-7
In Season tournament
KMLC KMHS
6th year running
Opportunity for volunteer hours
Mandatory for every KM Lacrosse family
Volunteers needed for Top Cheese planning committee
Web posting skill positions needed

22. Volunteer Opportunities
Team Manager Needed for U15
Contact Nancy Haselwood at if interested
Scorekeeper/clock/culture keeper
3 people per game
Home games
Youth Night Chaperones
End of Season Party
Registration Tables – Summer Camp

23. Coach Introductions
U15
1 Team with 18 Players
Head Coach: Dave Karcher
Assistant Coach: Arthur Stritzel, Jordan Westhoff
Team Managers: ??

24. Coach Introductions U13 2 Teams, 20 players each
Head Coaches: Jason Davidowski,
Jake Harris
Assistant Coaches: Dan Bonesho, Randy Race,Tim Scheckel, Jerry Yakel
Team 2 Managers: Barb Bronkhorst & Jordan Lazovik

25. Coach Introductions
U11
1 Teams with 20 players
Head Coaches: Chris Garvey
Assistant Coaches: Ryan Rappis,
Rick Marciniak
Team Managers: Kate Garvey

26. Coach Introductions U9
1 Team with 8 players
Head Coach: Mike Sauer
Assistant Coaches – OPEN
Team Managers - Jalane Sauer

27. Questions??? Thank you and have a great season!
Nancy Haselwood - KM Boys Parent/Player Coordinator
Dan Foster - KM Boys Coach Coordinator
Thank you and have a great season!