Q: When is lacrosse season?
A: Lacrosse is a spring sport, similar to baseball. Our teams generally begin practicing at the end of January and play games from late February through mid-May. We typically also offer a Fall into Lacrosse introduction program, as well as summer clinics. Please see our registration page for currently available programs.
Q: Which ages groups are eligible?
A: USA Lacrosse recommends all youth players 14 and under to play in age groupings of a maximum of 24 months by birthdate, using September 1 as the beginning of the year to align with the majority of school systems nationwide. For boys and girls, we plan to have the following teams: 14U, 12U, 10U and 8U. We are also developing a 6U co-ed program.
We use the age of the player on August 31st of each year to determine eligibility.
We use the USAL age and eligibility guidelines found HERE. Our organization uses the 12-MONTH AGE GROUP CHART.
Q: Can my child play up or play down?
A: PLAYING UP - 'Playing -up' a level is based on player skill, size, and coach/club discretion and roster need.
PLAYING DOWN - Playing down is subject to petitioning the regional league. Generally, U-14 players attending High School have the option to play U-14 or High School.
Q: Where do practices take place?
A: Most practices take place at Redwood Middle School. Our reservations, while made months in advance, can be overridden by Napa Valley School District. Sometimes we only get a 24-hour notice. We appreciate your understanding when things change last minute.
Q: How often do the teams practice?
A: During the spring season, our teams practice 2 to 3 times per week.
Q: When are games played?
A: During the spring season, teams generally play games on Saturdays and/or Sundays. The teams typically play most weekends during the season.
Q: Where are games played? Do we have to travel?
A: We will attempt to schedule about half of each teams’ games at home (Redwood Middle School). The away games can be scheduled within the Greater North Bay area and beyond (ex: East Bay, Sacramento, Peninsula, etc.)
Q: What kind of equipment do I need?
A:
Boys:
Girls:
US Lacrosse also has an equipment diagram that might be helpful for new players here
WHERE TO BUY:
We offer an equipment swap before the season starts to offer more affordable opportunities.
We also offer equipment rental for a small fee during the season - please apply HERE (requests due by December 31st).
Q: What kind of lacrosse stick should I buy?
A: In the Boy's division there are three kinds of sticks including: short stick, used by attack and midfield players; long stick, used by defense and midfield players, and a goalie stick. The basic lacrosse skills can be best learned with the short stick, and the club requires all players to start with a short stick. The club has a few goalie sticks that will be loaned to players wishing to try the goalie position. The stick consists of a head (basket and webbing) and handle. Both the heads and the handles come in a variety of styles and are made from a wide assortment of materials…which means that they come in a wide variety of prices as well.
In the girl's division there are a variety of sticks to choose from. Girls use a stick that is the appropriate length for them (there is no short stick/long stick).
Here is a video that you may find helpful in choosing a stick: Choosing a stick video
Q: Can my child play lacrosse in addition to another sport?
A: Playing two sports simultaneously will not keep a child from being registered and joining a lacrosse team. Please consider the practice and game schedules between the two sports. The player’s and team’s development are dependent on attendance at practices and games. When a player misses practices, they will not be prepared for the games and therefore may not get as much game time.
A: Annual Club Fees - vary by age. We also require U.S.A. Lacrosse membership - Register HERE - which carries a separate fee.
Q: Do you offer payment plans or scholarships?
A: We want to make Lacrosse affordable for everyone. During the registration process are you invited to choose a payment plan OR apply for a scholarship. Scholarships depend on funds available and the number of applicants. We also offer equipment rental for a small fee during the season - please apply HERE.
Q: Do Napa Area High Schools have lacrosse programs?
A: Yes! Napa High, Vintage High, and Justin High Schools have Lacrosse programs. We encourage you to get out there and support our former players!
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