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BOYS 10U PROGRAM

Boys Program Registrations will now be on Crossbar (girls registrations will still be in Sports Engine)! This registration link below will prompt you to create a Crossbar account if you do not already have one. 

 

10U Age Range:

09/01/2014 to 08/31/2016

2025 10U Boys Spring/Summer- Registration Open Now!

Deadline to Register February 17th! 

New this year! We will be offering the option to try-out for a 10UA team! "A level" teams tend to be more experienced but anyone can try-out. During registration, you will be asked if you would like to try out for the 10UA team. THIS IS OPTIONAL! Your player does not need to participate in try-outs to be placed on a team.  Please note that try-outs will only take place if there is enough interest to form a team.

overview:

ALL SKILL LEVELS FROM BEGINNER TO EXPERIENCED ARE WELCOME! Practices will start the first week of April. Teams generally practice 2 weeknights per week.  Some coaches may schedule extra weeknight practices depending on game schedules and coaches/players availability.

League play is anticipated to start as early as  June 2nd and end the last week of July. Games are played on weeknight evenings Monday through Thursday with about half the games being AWAY games. 10U End of Season Jamboree games run through the weekend of July 19-20
 

A local weekend tournament is also planned June 6-8  in Shakopee.  And we may have some opportunities for a few weekend scrimmages as we gear up for the season.  See more details below about tournaments.

UNIFORMS- reusing 2024 uniforms

Registration fees do not include uniforms.  

Returning players- you may wear last year's 2024 uniforms. No need to order a new uniform from Squad Locker unless you want to. We will use the same jersey numbers assigned last year. 

New Players- Upon Registration, you will be assigned a jersey number and loaded into the Squad Locker Uniform system (please allow 1-3 business days to be loaded into the Squad Locker system before you can order.) You will purchase your uniform directly from Squad Locker, and it will be sent directly to your house.  Rush fees will be added onto the cost of the uniform the closer we get to the start of the season so order ASAP. 

Required Uniform Pieces ($96.90):

1 jersey $55.95

1 pair of shorts $39.95

GEAR

Full protective equipment is required per USA Lacrosse. You may not use hockey equipment per our insurance regulations- all gear must be lacrosse specific. More info can be found at  https://www.edinalacrosse.com/boyslacrossegear):

  • lacrosse helmet
  • non-tethered mouth guard (must be a non-white, colored mouth guard)
  • chest protector NOCSAE certified for the prevention of commotio cordis,
  • elbow pads,
  • gloves,
  • protective cup,
  • cleats,
  • water bottle 
  • lacrosse stick for position.
  • ELA will lend out goalie equipment - throat guard, chest protector, goalie stick to interested players signing up to play goalie.

REMINDER: Chest protectors must be NOCSAE certified for the prevention of commotio cordis as of 1/1/22.  Please see details at  https://www.edinalacrosse.com/boyslacrossegear.

SEASON TIMELINE OVERVIEW

1.  PRACTICES START THE FIRST WEEK OF APRIL 

We have submitted our field requests and are waiting to hear back from the city for specific practice times. We will update with exact days and times as soon as we get them. 

  • Practices will be 2 weeknights per week - 1 hour per practice.  April schedules will be available after registration closes and the number of teams and coaches has been determined. 
  • June and July practice schedules will be determined in late May after the June/July game schedules have been announced by the league.

2.  PRESEASON SCRIMMAGES

During May, we will look for opportunities to do some preseason scrimmages with other area lacrosse associations.  More details to come.

3.  REGULAR SEASON YLM GAME PLAY - JUNE & JULY

Regular season games will occur in June and July.  The schedule will be announced in late May by the league.  

  • The first game could be as early as Monday, June 3rd.

  • Expect 1-2 games per week for a total of 8 games - some in Edina, some in other areas of the Twin Cities.  Games are scheduled on weeknight evenings Mon-Thu.  10U will have 8 regular season games.

  • No scheduled games July 2-6 in observance of the July 4th holiday. 

  • 10U teams will participate in the end of season YLM jamboree on July 19-20. Teams may be consolidated and/or reorganized depending on availability.

4. TOURNAMENT: Shakopee River Valley Rumble tournament June 6-8 (you may have a game scheduled for Friday evening on June 6th in addition to games on June 7th and 8th). Please plan to attend this tournament. 

 

REGISTRATION FEES

10U:  If you register before February 17th, enjoy last year's price of $345. After February 17th, price will increase to $380.

Registration fee includes: 

  • Certified and experienced coaching staff

  • Edina Park & Rec per-player fees and field costs

  • League fees

  • tournaments and scrimmages

  • End-of-season 10U Jamboree

FAMILY VOLUNTEER COMMITMENT

Edina Lacrosse Association is a non-profit volunteer run organization. Without family volunteers, we cannot function.  Each summer season one adult family member from each family must volunteer at least one time for at least one of the following:

  • Team Manager (1 per 10U Travel team).  This is a team’s communication liaison between the coach and parents, plans tournament needs/communications, ensures game volunteers are assigned and plans in-season and end-of-season fun. Please note your interest in this position during your registration.  Training will be provided.

  • Parents interested in assisting coaches are also welcome!  If interested, please note on your registration. Lacrosse experience is helpful, but not necessary. New volunteer assistant coaches will be paired with experienced program and head coaches.

  • Scoreboard operator during home games and scrimmages (ALL families, on rotation)

  • Game clock operator during home games and scrimmages (ALL families, on rotation)

  • Field set-up for home games (ALL families, on rotation)

  • Field close-down for home games (ALL families, on rotation)

  • “Chill” side-line managers (ALL families, on rotation)

 

2024 10U Fall League Program- team limited to 17 players so register early!

Who can Register? New and Returning lacrosse players with Date of birth between  9/1/2014 - 8/31/2016 (typically 3rd and 4th graders)

FEE: $245

Practice Info: 7 weekly practices on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30pm at Wooddale park (August 27-October 8)

GNLL Fall League Games:  7 games over 5 Sundays, Location and Exact times TBD, (September 8th to October 6th)

GNLL Fall League Tournament: 4 game minimum, Weekend of October 12th-13th at Levi P Doge Middle School (Exact times TBD) 

Fall Wall Ball and Play Sessions Included: 9-10am on Saturdays at EHS Lower Turf (August 24th to October 26th) 


BOYS 10U GENERAL OVERVIEW

  • Ages: Typically 3rd-4th graders.  Birthdate requirements are communicated with each registration.  ELA adheres to USA Lacrosse age guidelines.
  • As with all of our programs, our goal is for our players to enjoy lacrosse, while working on team work and lacrosse skills at the same time.  Focus is on basic lacrosse skill development, particularly stick skills and fundamentals of game play.  Games are played 6 v 6 with a goalie.  At this age level, players typically take turns playing goalie - extra goalie equipment and goalie stick provided by us.  
  • Spring Box Lacrosse Season:  Because of the fast pace and high number of passes and plays players are involved in Box Lacrosse, ELA has incorporated Box Lacrosse into its core player development programs.  The season, starting late February and running through early April, will include weekly games on Saturdays or Sundays (will require some travel in the Twin Cities Metro) and weekly practices.  Registration launches in late November or early December usually. More information about Box Lacrosse can be found here: https://www.edinalacrosse.com/boxlacrosse
  • Main Season:  The main season is our spring/summer program. 
    • starts in April or May and runs through July.  Most activities are Monday-Thursday evenings.  May is 2 practices per week.  Weeknight games start in June with 8 games total between June & July - 4 at home.  June & July will also have 1-2 practices per week.  Generally a 3-night commitment.  There is usually 1 weekend tournament, plus an end of season Jamboree.
    • Practice Players - There may be an option for 10U players new to lacrosse, depending upon interest level.  Practice Players are part of a travel team, but they only participate in practices.  Geared for players who are interested in learning more about lacrosse but not ready for the commitment of a travel team.
    • Registration generally launches in January for the upcoming summer.
    • Edina Uniforms required and ordered separately via a Squad Locker link provided after registration closes. 
  • Fall Season:  The fall program can vary.  It may be a weekly clinic format, or it may be a fall travel league.  Registration generally launches in mid to late July for the upcoming fall.
  • Winter Season: The winter program is a weekly clinic to keep players engaged in lacrosse - generally Sunday afternoons in January and February.  Registration generally launches in early November.
  • Full Lacrosse Equipment Required: lacrosse helmets, mouth guards, chest pads with shoulder guards, elbow pads, gloves, cup, cleats, stick, water bottle.
  • Coaches:  Parent Coaches, College Lacrosse Players, or Post-College Coaches may be used
  • Assistants from EHS Boys Lacrosse Team
  • Requires USA Lacrosse membership current and valid through end of the season

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YOUTH LACROSSE MINNESOTA (YLM) LEAGUE RULES:

Please visit this link for details.

sponsors needed!

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.

 

Thank you for your consideration and support!

 

 

Questions about our 10U Program?

Kristopher Wilson

VP of Boys Program

Tim Blazek

Boys 10U Coordinator