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YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

Greater Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse League

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YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

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Fall middle school and high school players are eligible to participate in YMCA tournament teams.  We will post information on tournaments during the fall season.

The YMCA Academy High School team competed in the 2nd Annual Wishbone Classic Tournament in Sanford, FL

2007 Wishbone Classic, Sanford, FL

YMCA Fort Lauderdale Lacrosse

Email us your school's community service hours form for any volunteer work.

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The YMCA and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Youth Lacrosse Leagues ("FlyLax") provide a convenient venue for high school players who desire additional training and games in preparation for their high school season; and younger age players eager to train for the future. Since beginning in January 2006 over 650 participants have benefited from our lacrosse programs, representing over thirty different schools. 

Our league is unaffiliated with FHSAA, BCAA or any high school.  Our league is a competitive/recreational league.  We have been instrumental in training all levels of players from Cardinal Gibbons, Saint Thomas Aquinas, Pine Crest, University School, North Broward Prep, Cypress Bay, Douglas, Taravella, Nova and South Plantation.  During your school's spring high school season you will play in either the FHSAA League or IA League (Club). The Fall Ball League is your personal fall training league to prepare for your school's official Spring season. 
 
There are now five varsity girls/boys programs in Broward County competing in the 2008 FHSAA league including Pine Crest, University School, Cardinal Gibbons, St. Thomas and North Broward Prep; and high school club teams competing in the US Lacrosse administered IA League including Stoneman Douglas, Cypress Bay, Nova and Taravella.  Additionally, there are boys-only teams at American Heritage, Pembroke Pines and Western competing in the FHSAA league; and many other schools interested in fielding teams. 

We are actively pursuing all area high school parents looking for assistance in starting up their high school lacrosse team. We will train all girls and coaches to help facilitate the development of your high school program. The BCAA sanctions high school sports for public high schools in Broward County.  It is widely expected the BCAA will sanction lacrosse once at least ten (10) of these member schools agree to adopt lacrosse. At present, the count stands at eight (8).
 

  • Very important ...many parents do not sign up their children for some activities because of scheduling conflicts with other activities.  While they would like their child to participate, they believe it is rude to the coach not to show up to all or most of the practices or a games.  That is NOT the way we want you to look at lacrosse.  We do not care how often your child cannot attend practices or games, all we want to do is teach this game to them.  We will gladly work with whatever time you give us; 10, 25, 50%... whatever.
     

     

    Fall Ball Lacrosse

    College Recruiting Rules and Commitments

    Is the Greater Fort Lauderdale Youth Lacrosse League a travel club or travel league?

    We are a league not a travel club; and all games are at a single location, unlike travel leagues.  Individuals register to play in the league and are assigned to a team.  Our league consists of recreational and competitive aka "travel level" players; age U8-U19 (Under 19 years of age).

    The YMCA sends teams to tournaments within state and nationally.  If you are a league participant and interested in playing email us.

    What is the philosophy of the league?

    Develop the players - the winning will come

    How does the league and coaches communicate with players and parents?

    Through the league web site schedule.  Information is updated daily, or more often.  This is your official source of information.  We do not call you or email. 

    Rosters and game schedules are posted at the beginning of the season.   All registered players will receive a schedule and team roster.  It is your responsibility to know when and where your team is playing before leaving home.  If you get to the field and do not know where to go, see Olaf Henke, YMCA Sports Program Director.

    Why are all practice sessions conducted on a league-wide basis together?

    Qualified girl's lacrosse trainers are very hard to find in Florida, especially in South Florida.  We are very fortunate to have a large staff with extensive experience. So we leverage their available time for all. 

    When are practices?

    In season, we offer training for all levels including those just beginning every M/W from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Some seasons we offer sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings based on enrollment.

    Where do I purchase lacrosse equipment?

    The Sports Authority or online at stores like Sports Her Way

    Mouth-guards, goggles and cleats are mandatory, no exceptions. This applies to all practices and games.  Sneakers will not be allowed.  

    Where are the participants coming from?

    The league has participants from all over the Broward County, Palm Beach County and Miami Dade County; including St. Thomas Aquinas High School, St Andrews, Cardinal Gibbons High School, North Broward Prep, Pine Crest, Fort Lauderdale High, Spanish River, Taravella, Coral Springs Charter, Coral Springs Christ, University School, Western, Northeast High, Westminster Academy, Stranahan, Plantation, Nova, Dwyer, Park Vista, American Heritage, Pompano Beach High School, Coral Springs, Archbishop McCarthy, Weston, Cardinal Newman, Belen Jesuit, Gulliver, Palmetto, Stoneman Douglas, Pope John Paul, Boca Raton, Cypress Bay, Sunrise, Highland Christian, Palmer Trinity and other area high schools.  While many teams will form with students from specific high schools, other participants may opt to play alongside friends from various schools.  We support any combination that encourages participants to play this great game.

    Middle school participants include Pine Crest, Westminster, St. Anthony's, St Coleman's, St. Mark's Episcopal, North Broward Prep, St. David's, St. Jerome's, St. Gregory's, Calvary Christian Academy, Sunrise, Rickard's, Posnack, Sagemont, Grandview Prep, Zion Lutheran, St. Joan of Arc, St. Elizabeth, St. Jude, St. Paul, St Ambrose, Spanish River Christian, FAU Henderson, Advent Lutheran, Boca Christian, University School, Nova,  American Heritage, Everglades, Falcon Cove, Indian Ridge, Pioneer, Ramblewood, Sawgrass Springs, Forest Glen, Driftwood, Pembroke Pines, Seminole, Plantation, Westpine, Tequesta Trace, Lyons Creek, Olsen, Deerfield Beach, Apollo, Westglades, Silver Trail, Walter C. Young, Crystal Lake, Pompano, Bair, Millenium and others.

    What schools in South Florida have lacrosse programs?

    Lacrosse is a recognized sport by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA). Lacrosse is expected to become a FHSAA sanctioned sport in 2008.

    What are the top girls high school lacrosse teams in Florida?

    The final rankings for the 2008 Girls High School Lacrosse Season are now official. The 2008 FHSAA State Champion is Vero Beach with a victory over Palm Beach County's Park Vista High School.  Vero Beach won the 2007 and 2006 state titles run by US Lacrosse before FHSAA took over in 2008.  Congratulations.  Broward County Pine Crest knocked off St. Thomas in the district finals before losing to St. Andrews in regional play. St. Andrews then lost to Park Vista in Regional Finals. Great Job to all the girls in the State of Florida.  Your leadership and inspiration has put the State of Florida in the forefront of lacrosse in the United States. 

    What are the YMCA Lacrosse League seasons?

    Spring (Mar-May)

    Fall (Sept-Nov)

    If you want to be added to the email notification list for a specific season, email YLacrosse with the season you are interested in.

    Does the Lacrosse League offer girls' lacrosse camps?

    In 2006 we held five "all girls" camps to meet the demand of our tri-county youth.  In 2007, many women stepped up and began offering their own camps and now we are recommending these for your participation.   

    Nutrition

    Lacrosse is a diverse game and so are the requirements it places on the player’s body. As a result of the sweating during a match, the lacrosse players can loose from about 2 to up to 7 lb from their body weight. Dehydration may occur, which could lead to poor thermoregulation and prevent adequate oxygen and energy supply to the muscle tissue. Read more...

    Sponsorships

    Thank you to all our sponsors. Your donation helps develop lacrosse in the South Florida community.   

    Community Service hours are available to players and interested students can earn  hours through the YMCA by volunteering their time within our programs including coaching and training youth; and shadow umpiring in the lacrosse leagues. 

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    How do I register? Contact by email the YMCA Program Director or (954)617-9622.

     

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