Program Description: Training sessions will provide outdoor field practice and instruction, outdoor wall ball sessions, an informal scrimmage and a Halloween event. 

Who can Register? Birthdate between 9/1/17 through 8/31/19 (typically 1st and 2nd grade)

Fee: $99

DETAILS:
1) 7 weekly training sessions on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30pm at Wooddale Park (later in the season we will move to 5:00-6:00 pm based on sunlight)  -September 3rd to October 15th

2) Halloween Event- 10/22  at Wooddale Park (exact time TBD)
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REQUIRED GEAR:

• Girls’ lacrosse stick: Girl’s sticks are different from boys’ sticks.  Most visible difference is that girls sticks don’t have a pocket.
• Girls’ lacrosse goggles - Must be SEI Certified.
• Colored mouth guard

OVERVIEW

The Girls 8U Program is a hybrid travel team program that encourages girls of all skill levels to develop their lacrosse specific skills, gain an understanding of the game, and learn to work as a team. We value teamwork and fun!

Who can register?  Birthday between 9/1/2016 - 8/31/2018

• The Edina Girls 8U program is a spring/summer program which runs 12 weeks.
• It is expected that girls will arrive at PRACTICES 10 minutes prior to the start of each practice and be ready to play (goggles on, sticks ready, mouth guards in) at the start of practice.
• It is expected that the girls will arrive at games ready to warm up 30 minutes prior to game time
• Some key differences between 8U and older age groups:
  • 8U will have 4 regular season games,1 Playday (mini-round robin tournament)
  • 8U games will  be refereed by coaches in 2025
  • 8U does not keep official score during their games.  
  • 8U games are played 4v4 while at older ages games are either 7v7 or 12v12. 
  • Goals are put triangle side up, as there are no goalies at 8U.

• Details for 8U rules and play format in can be found here: 

  MS Lax Rules Summary

UNIFORMS

Our uniform ordering process has changed this year. Registration fees do not include uniforms. Instead, upon close of registration, an email will be sent to all registered players with link and directions for ordering uniforms directly from Squad Locker. You will pay for uniforms directly to Squad Locker and they will be sent directly to your house. 

If you purchased a uniform in 2024 you do not need to order a new one - you can continue to use that for the 2025 season

Required Uniform Pieces ($95.90):

1 jersey $55.95

1 kilt $39.95

PRACTICES 

Practices will be 1 hour, 1 night per week, on Wednesday evenings starting May 8th
 

GAMES 

• round robin PLAY DAYS 
• 4 league games

TEAM FORMATION

Registration numbers will dictate how many teams are formed.  
 

COACHES

Head Coaches are paid and professional. Our head coaches have previous college playing experience and significant youth coaching experience. We enlist high school varsity players and current college plays as assistant coaches.
 

REGISTRATION FEE

Register by February 17th.  Fee's increase after February 17th

8U:  $175 ($195 after February 17th)
Registration fee includes: 

• Spring scrimmages and summer league games
• Certified and experienced coaching staff
• League fees

REQUIRED GEAR

• Girls’ lacrosse stick: Girl’s sticks are different from boys’ sticks.  Most visible difference is that girls sticks don’t have a pocket.
• Girls’ lacrosse goggles - Must be SEI Certified.
• Colored mouth guard

FAMILY volunteer COMMITMENTS

As the season approaches, we'll have more details around volunteer opportunities.

• Game timer / score keeping / field set up:  We'll assign 2 parents per home game. Once you are assigned, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to find a replacement if needed.
• Behind the scenes: May include one or more from a variety of opportunities including - but not limited to - roster preparation for tournaments, team manager (training provided), snack coordinator for tournaments, coordinator for scrimmages.

The Edina Lacrosse Association (ELA) is reaching out to local businesses and community members to seek your support as a sponsor for the upcoming season. As a nonprofit organization, ELA relies on generous donations to provide a positive experience for our players and ensure they have the necessary resources to excel both on and off the field.

How You Can Help:

We are seeking sponsorships to fund the purchase of shooter shirts for our players. These shirts are a vital part of their training, helping to promote team unity and a sense of pride in their involvement with Edina Lacrosse.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Your Business Name on the Shirt: As a sponsor, your company’s name or logo will be proudly displayed on the shooter shirts worn by all players, providing exposure to families and fans throughout the season.
• Tax Deductible Contribution: ELA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your sponsorship donation is tax-deductible.
• Community Recognition: Your sponsorship will help make a direct impact on our youth athletes and support the growth of lacrosse in the Edina community.

Join us in supporting our players and building a stronger community through lacrosse. If you're interested in becoming a sponsor or learning more about the opportunities available, please don't hesitate to reach out to John Potter at president@edinalacrosse.com  or Adam Reeves at vpgirls@edinalacrosse.com

Thank you for your consideration and support!