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Ballston Spa Youth Lacrosse Spring 2023 Learn to Play Program
Program Goals and Philosophy:
Lacrosse is growing in popularity more and more every year. Our Learn to Play Program is designed to introduce the “fastest game on two feet” to players at the very youngest ages. A major focus will be placed on learning the basic skills of the game including ground balls, passing and catching techniques, and shooting. In addition to learning the skills of the game, a prime focus will be placed on recognizing the importance of physical fitness and of demonstrating good sportsmanship both on and off the field. We will be teaching these skills and techniques and using games and fun drills to learn the skill. Above all else, the ultimate goal is for each player to have as much fun as possible! Our Learn to Play Program is designed to be an exciting learning experience for all athletes in grades K-2. This program is for boys in grades K-2.
U.S. Lacrosse Membership Required
Each player must be registered with U.S. Lacrosse as a player to be able to register for our program. The cost to register as a player is $30 yearly membership and $15 for players age 6 and under. Click here to be directed to U.S. Lacrosse Website
Practices:
Practices will be on Monday & Wednesday beginning the week of April 17th from 6:00-7:00 PM (pending schools fields open for use). We practice rain or shine, but if the weather is overly threatening, parents will be notified of a cancellation. Our coaches will be assisted by our Varsity and JV players. We will have a program ice cream social that our booster club puts on after on of the practices in May. Players will also be invited to our Senior Night game and stand with our Varsity team for the singing of the National Anthem.
Practice Schedule:
Wednesday, April 19th 6:00-7:00 PM
Monday, April 24th 6:00-7:00 PM
Wednesday, April 26th 6:00-7:00 PM
**Tuesday, May 2nd (Varsity Senior Night)**
Wednesday, May 3rd 6:00-7:00 PM
Monday, May 8th 6:00-7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 10th 6:00-7:00 PM
Monday, May 15th 6:00-7:00 PM
**Tuesday, May 16th 6:00-7:00 PM (Program Ice Cream Social) on fields behind the Middle School
Monday, May 22nd 6:00-7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 24th 6:00-7:00 PM
Wednesday, May 31st 6:00-7:00 PM (Last practice & Pizza Party)
Cost: $50
Each player will receive a shooting shirt with registration. Each player must be registered as a player with U.S. Lacrosse and have their U.S. Lacrosse # when registering for the Spring Season.
Equipment:
Players need a stick for this program. Mouthguards and cleats are recommended but not required. If a player needs a stick we will have them available for use at each practice.
