by posted 01/17/2012
 
The Stillwater Lacrosse Association will have a 2^nd, 3^rd & 4^th grade in-house spring league. Todd Arens will coordinate the 2/3/4 grade program.  He can be reached at or 612-723-8688 with any questions or concerns.

Eligibility: Stillwater Area Lacrosse rules states that players must currently be in 2^nd, 3^rd or 4^th grade and live in the Stillwater Area School District.  
 
Teams: We play in an in-house league scheduling as many games as possible with surrounding communities. Our goal is to schedule 1 game for every two practices. Each team will have approximately 20 players.  We anticipate having two teams.

Season Start Dates: The Spring season will run from March 19^th to May 14^th.  Summer Season will run from May 14^th to July 30^th.

League Format: We anticipate having one experienced team and one developmental team. The experienced team will consist of the top 20 kids.  Being able to catch and throw on the run will be a minimum requirement for this team.  The developmental team will be working with kids on being able to master the skills of throwing and catching on the run.  
  
Practice Schedule: To Be Determined. We realize many of the players will be doing other activities and will make every effort to schedule around those activities.

Game Schedule: To Be Determined.

Equipment: Preferred that each player has a lacrosse helmet, lacrosse gloves, arm guards and shoulder pads.  It is mandatory for each player to have a helmet, mouth guard, cleats and a water bottle. We understand that for a beginner player, it may be acceptable to substitute some of the lacrosse equipment for already owned hockey equipment, although this should not be a long-term solution.

Cost: The registration fee of $250 per player will include a custom fit team sweatshirt, shorts and shirt to keep after the season ends. For players participating in the summer session as well, the fee will be reduced to $150 since the sweatshirt, shorts and shirt will have already been provided. If a player is first registering for the summer session, the same $250 fee will apply and the player will be provided with the apparel at that time. 

Registration:  You should register for the program at your current grade level by clicking the register online tab on the left tool bar of the main page.  Once the cutoff is reached for each grade level, we will not add any more players.

US Lacrosse Membership:  Required.
                                                                                                                               
Financial Aid:  If you are unable to pay and need help, please call Todd.  We are always looking for volunteers and we will try to make it work for your family.
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by posted 01/17/2012
 
SALA is planning on having 2 teams of 21 boys participating in the 5/6 MBSLA Spring league.  Scott Mapstone will be coordinating this age group.  Any questions, contact Scott at

Eligibility: 
Any private, public or home schooled boy living within the District 834 school boundary  in 5^th or  6^th grade with a current US Lacrosse membership
 
Team Selection: 
While not required by MBSLA, we will have tryouts for 5/6 spring lacrosse to achieve evenly balanced talent between the two teams.  The spring tryout format will be identical to the summer tryout, which is required.  Tryout dates will be published as soon as they are finalized. 

Practices: 
We plan to practice twice a week.  Practice schedules will also be published as soon as they are finalized.
 
Games: 
We will play 2 game each Sunday from April 29^th to May 20^th for a total of 8 games. 

Registration:  Please register by the end of February.  The cost per player for the spring league is $150.00.

If you are interested in coaching please contact Scott Mapstone by email at
.  Coaches will be reimbursed by SALA for their US Lacrosse membership and background check.  Training will be provided.
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by posted 01/16/2012
 
Stillwater Lacrosse Association will again be participating in the MBLA administered spring and YLM administered summer leagues.  The 7/8 Coordinator is Tom DaBruzzi.  He can be contacted at

FORMAT – NEW, PLEASE READ!

• Both Spring and Summer leagues are now structured with A and B teams.  Evaluations will be held in the spring which will determine your player’s level of play for both leagues.  (Evaluation dates to be determined shortly)
• All teams will stay together through the spring and summer season.
• Players can choose to play only the summer season and will be placed on a B team.

 
EVALUATION
All players will be evaluated, even if they don't wish to be on the A team.  

• 2 pre-evaluation prep days will be available during open dome time.  Coaches will be available to run through the drills that will be used during evaluations.
• Evaluations consist of 1 day of position specific drills and 1 day of scrimmages.
• Players must indicate the position they wish to be evaluated for.
• All players must participate in all evaluations in order to be considered for placement on an A team. Evaluation dates to follow.

 
A TEAM EXPECTATIONS
In order to be considered for an A team, you must be evaluated and commit to playing in the spring and summer.
Commitment
The level of commitment necessary to participate on the A team is higher than that of the B team.  If you are not able to commit to the following, please do not select to be evaluated for the A team.  The expectation is that the Stillwater Lacrosse Team is your number 1 priority, not other teams you may play with. (i.e.  Traveling Lacrosse Teams, AAA Hockey Teams, Soccer, etc.)

• Must play spring league
• 4 practices per week.  (Summer – Expected that you attend all.)
• 2 games per week. (Spring – 2 per weekend, Summer – 2 per week)
• At least 2

• tournaments

Necessary Skills

• Ability to throw and catch the ball reliably with left and right hands.
• Ability to throw the ball reliably and accurately 15 yards or more with both hands Ability to shoot the ball overhand  (not side arm) while running with left and right hands.
• Knowledge of rules such as off-sides, pushing, slashing, crease violations, backup on shots, faceoff play, clearing positioning, knowledge of defensive techniques, proper stance, knowledge of the basics of the motion offense and man down defense.

Cost
There will be an additional A team fee assessed to each player after the A team has been formed of approximately $50. 
 
REGISTRATION

• Register for the program at your current grade level
• Once the cutoff is reached for each grade level, additional registrants will be added to a wait list in anticipation of an additional team for that level.

ELIGIBILITY
YLM rules require that participants be limited to players residing (or open-enrolled) in the Stillwater Area School District. Waivers are possible - please contact for further information.
All players wanting to play for Stillwater who live outside the district will automatically be put on a waiting list until we know we have enough space.  
 
TEAMS

• SALA plays in the MBSLA. (Spring)
• SALA plays in the East District of the YLM.  (Summer)
• SALA is anticipating three 7-8th grade teams.  
• Each team will have approximately 23 players.  
• We may have the opportunity to add additional teams if the numbers warrant.

 
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Spring (A & B teams) 2 practices per week
Summer (A team)  3-4 practices per week
Summer (B teams)  2 practices per week

GAME SCHEDULE
Spring – (A & B teams) 2 games each Saturday or Sunday.
Summer – (A team)  Weekday games, 2 weekend tournaments.
Summer  - ( B teams) Weekday games, 1 weekend tournament.
 
EQUIPMENT
Lacrosse helmet
Lacrosse gloves
Arm guards
Shoulder pads
Mouthguard
Cleats
Water bottle
 
US LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP
Your son is required to have a current membership with US Lacrosse to participate.  If you are not currently a member, go to www.uslacrosse.org to register.  $25.00 annual fee
 
COSTS
$200 for Spring
$200 for Summer
Additional approximate $50 fee for A team
 

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by posted 01/11/2012
 
Parents, S.A.L.A. is planning on having (2) 9-10^th teams this Spring.  Please note that no tryouts are required to be on these MBSLA (Minnesota Boy’s School Lacrosse Association) Club Teams.
 
Eligibility:  Any private, public or home schooled boy living within the District 834 school boundaries.
 
 
Team Selection:  We may divide the teams geographically like the VAA does.  For example a player living North of Highway 36 would be on the Stillwater North Team and a player living South of Highway 36 would be on the Stillwater South Team.  Exceptions could be made for carpooling to and from games and practices.
 
Practices:  We do plan to practice at the Stillwater H.S. again this year as soon as District 834 gives us permission to use the field.  Last year it was the 3^rd week in April before the field was available.  Practices will most likely be on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday’s from 5:15 to 7 p.m. and run through the end of May.
 
Games:  All regular season games (2) per day are played on a Saturday or a Sunday Starting April 21^st and running through May 19^th or 20^th.  Playoffs typically start the following week.
 
Registraton:  If your son is not trying out for the Stillwater H.S. Team please register them online by the end of January.

Exceptional Athlete:  If your 9^th grade son is an exceptional athlete and would like to tryout for the Stillwater Boy’s H.S. Lacrosse Team.  Please contact Travis Sanders the Head Varsity Coach by email.  His email address is:  .

Stillwater Varsity and J.V. Tryouts:  If your 10^th grade son attends Stillwater Area H.S. they are eligible to tryout the last week in March of 2012.  Please contact Stillwater Area H.S. Athletic Department for details.  If they do not make the High school team, they can still play for the Stillwater Lacrosse Grade 9/10 Boys team. 
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by posted 12/03/2011
 
Once again Ryan Ward with Twin Cities Lacrosse will be holding a Winter Lax Clinic at the St. Croix Recreation Center Dome for Stillwater Boy's in 9th thru 12th grade.  Please register at www.twincitieslacrosse.com if interested.

Stillwater Boys HS Clinics

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