BOYS PROGRAM
Our goal is for athletes to have fun while learning the game of lacrosse. Sportsmanship and teamwork is emphasized at ALL levels. Beginners are taught basic skills and a broad sense of positioning. Experienced players are taught advanced skills, tactical play and specific positioning.
Curriculum
1/2 PROGRAM
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Fundamental Skills: Scoop, Catch, Throw, Shoot, Cradle
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Basic transition play and game play (passing options)
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Understand basic lacrosse movements and rules. (Body defense -- on ball, small game offense 1v1, 2v2, 3v3)
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To play ALL positions
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Game and equipment safety
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Have Fun!
Games and Practices:
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March through May
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Two weeknight practices
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Weekend game(s)
3/4 PROGRAM
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Fundamental Skills: Scoop, Catch, Throw, Shoot, Cradle
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Basic transition play and game play (off-sides and game play rules)
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Understand lacrosse movements and rules. (Body defense -- on ball, small game offense 1v1, 2v2, 3v3)
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To play ALL positions
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Game and equipment safety
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Have Fun!
Games and Practices:
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March through May
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Two weeknight practices
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Weekend game(s)
5/6 PROGRAM
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Development of Fundamental Skills: Scoop, Catch, Throw, Shoot, Dodge --- and combination of these skills.
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Some Settled offense and defense development.
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Transition skills and tactics start to come into play.
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Game and equipment safety.
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Have Fun!
Game and Practices
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March through May
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1-2 Weeknight Practices
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2 games per week
7/8 PROGRAM
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Focus on advancement of fundamental skills: Scoop, Catch, Throw, Shoot, Dodge --- and combination of these skills.
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Some Settled offense and defense development and strategy.
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Transition skills and tactics are constant.
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Game and equipment safety.
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Having fun while working hard for results.
Games and Practices:
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March through May
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1-2 Weeknight Practices
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2 games per week
Evaluations for A Team Placement
We have A and AA levels at 14U, 12U, and 10U. The league will decide if an AA or A team is entered in each level. Boys trying out for the A or AA level of these teams should be committed to making lacrosse their priority sport during the spring. Boys who are unsure of their commitment to lacrosse or who play a second sport should make this known to the Boys Program Director at the time of registration as these boys are encouraged to try-out for an B or C level team. A key component for the B and C level teams is equal playing time.
Participation Policy
Our primary objective is to teach the game of lacrosse, teamwork and good sportsmanship. Toward this end, recognizing the commitment that each individual (players, coaches and parents) makes to the program is crucial to the long-term success of the program.
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Wilmington Lacrosse Association (WLA) is supported by volunteers who give of their time unsparingly.
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WLA works hard to make the team evaluations as objective as possible. If there is a question about team assignments, parents are encouraged to contact the Program Director.
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WLA looks to our parents for additional volunteer support, not only with organization and team help but also with positive reinforcement for their young athlete.
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Each team’s roster is limited in order to maximize playing time for each child.
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In order to accommodate as many players as possible and to address the conflicts inherent in our children’s lives, WLA supports a number of levels of play for athletes in all grades.
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Out of respect for the program, if you and/or your child are unable to make a complete 100% commitment to WLA, please do not encourage your child to try-out for the AA or A team levels. Players are required to list all activities that may pose conflicts with lacrosse at the time of registration.
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If you are concerned about equal playing time for your child or wish to emphasize the development of fundamental skills, the B or C team is the best choice for your son.
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Final say in team selection will rest with the WLA Coaching Director. WLA reserves the right to make roster changes once the season commences if players have persistent unexcused absences from games or practices.