WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE GREAT? TIPS FROM 35 TEAM USA STARS

FROM US LACROSSE

What advice do the top lacrosse players in the world have for youth players who aspire to greatness? We asked current and former members of the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams to weigh in.

We got dozens of great responses, which you can check out below, but four overarching themes stood out:

1. Be a good student and person first.
2. Work hard every day.
3. Play multiple sports.
4. Have fun.

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YOUTH INDOOR LACROSSE CLINICS START NOV 4TH!

YOUTH INDOOR LACROSSE CLINIC

Dates: 11/4 - 12/16

Times: Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm

Ages: 8-13

Location: Yellow Breeches Sports Center - New Cumberland

Cost: $99

More Information/Sign Up Here

Harrisburg Lacrosse's youth indoor clinics are back! Join some of the area's best high school and youth coaches as we help develop your fundamentals and knowledge of the game. Our clinics are centered on player development for everyone from advanced players to beginners. In our indoor clinics you will receive extensive drill work and game play.

For more information or to register visit: 

http://www.harrisburglacrosse.com/indoor-clinic.html

3RD ANNUAL BRANDYWINE - STANDOUT PERFORMANCES

From 3D RISING

Several local players participated in the Brandywine Classic this past weekend and received recognition for their stand out performances.

Full Article Available HERE

2015/2016 Bracket

Nolan Sachs, D, Manheim Township (Pa.)/Low and Away Premier, 2015– Sachs is committed to Towson University and has nice size (6-0, 170 lbs.) and range. Sachs was clearly the top defender of the day while leading his Low and Away Premier squad to the fewest goals allowed in 2015/16 pool play.

Cody Richter, A, West York (Pa.)/Black Dog Legacy, 2017 – A member of the Black Dog Legacy program, Richter is a tenacious lefty attackman who has an excellent shot and is a fearless dodger despite his small stature. Richter is uncommitted and will be one to watch as he continues to mature physically.

Dylan Speitel, M, Manheim Township (Pa.)/Low and Away Premier, 2016
Ryan Miller, M, Manheim Township (Pa.)/Low and Away Premier, 2015

Reagan Pritchett, D, Mechanicsburg (Pa.)/Black Dog Legacy, 2016

2017/2018 Bracket

Grayson Sallade, M, Manheim Township (Pa.)/Duke’s, 2018 – Sallade has an explosive shot and made teams pay for their penalties in man-up situations for the Duke’s 2018. Sallade is physically mature, plays tenacious defense and made several highlight reel passes to teammates leading to easy goals. – Sallade has an explosive shot and made teams pay for their penalties in man-up situations for the Duke’s 2018. Sallade is physically mature, plays tenacious defense and made several highlight reel passes to teammates leading to easy goals.

Cole Witman, M, Eastern York (Pa.)/Chaos Lacrosse, 2019
Cole Jesmer, A, Dover (Pa.)/Chaos Lacrosse, 2017

Caton Johnson, G, Manheim Township (Pa.)/Duke’s, 2018 - North Carolina

LAX STACHE MADNESS PICKUP GAME - 11/22

Harrisburg Lacrosse will be hosting an indoor box lacrosse pickup game to benefit Lacrosse Mustache Madness and the HEADstrong Foundation on Saturday November 22nd. The game will be held at the Yellow Breeches Sports Center in New Cumberland from 1:00-3:00pm.

Proceeds from the event will benefit HEADstrong foundation and their efforts to improve quality of life for cancer patients and there families as well as supporting those working to find a cure.

Donations to the cause can be made HERE

There will be a fee to play and donation bins at the event. We will also be hosting a get together immediately following the game. Additionally we will have prizes and giveaways fro players and fans at the game.

More information on our Lacrosse Mustache Madness and our efforts can be found HERE

YOUTH CLUB LACROSSE EVALUATIONS

The Grizz Lacrosse Club will be holding evaluations for U9, U11, U13, and U15 boy's lacrosse players on January 3rd. These will be held at the Yellow Breeches Sports Center from 10:00am to 12:00pm.

For more information visit http://www.grizzlacrosse.com/

Registration can be found HERE

HELPING RYAN WIN

Ryan Arevalo (7) was diagnosed September 3, 2014 with a Brain Tumor.

Coach Rodney Tamblin, West York HS Boys Lacrosse Head Coach, had the idea to create a LAX DAY to help raise funds to help the Ryan and his family with daunting task of affording the medical bills and keeping a standard of living for their family. We are asking for York County Lacrosse Community to bond together on November 1st, 2014 for a full day of lacrosse events at York Suburban Trojan Field.

Schedule:

 9 am-1130 am:

COACHES CLINIC with Brandon Childs and York College Men's Lacrosse team for Live Demo of practice skills and drills to help coaches perfect player skills and knowledge.

12 noon - 3pm:

YOUTH  CLINIC with several of YAIAA Coaches, players and a few possible former players that are playing at college level. Possibly other special quest. We will have chances to win door prizes and event prizes like fastest shot and best trick shot.

3pm - 5pm:

HIGH SCHOOL SCRIMMAGE - Open to 9th through 12th grade. Players want to get in a little fun and play with teammates and chance to play with some of their opponents that they will see in spring. Great Fun..Again we will have a fastest shot and trick shot competition.

Follow Ryan's progress and fundraising events of Facebook

Visit the fundraising website to register for events and/or donate. They accept paypal or you can bring cash/money order payment the day of the event. 

TRINITY LACROSSE IS LOOKING FOR ADDITIONAL OPPONENTS IN 2015

The Trinity Shamrocks lacrosse program has some openings in their 2015 schedule for out of conference opponents.

They are interested in 1-2 additional games at their field this upcoming season which they would then reciprocate in 2016 (if interested).

Anyone looking for more information should contact rocklaxcoach@gmail.com

T SHIRT GIVEAWAY!!!

Get one of these t-shits for FREE by joining our Lacrosse Mustache Madness team and raising $50 or more!

Proceeds benefit the HEADstrong Foundation and their efforts to improve quality of life for those affected by cancer and support those working to eliminate the disease.

JOIN OUR TEAM OR DONATE HERE

             

MESSIAH COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW SYNTHETIC TURF LACROSSE FIELD

From GOMESSIAH.COM

Grantham, PA – Messiah College announced plans for a new synthetic turf field in the Starry Sports Complex, a move that should have an immediate, positive impact on the Falcons' men's and women's lacrosse programs. The entire project is split into three phases, with Phase One to cost 1.3 million dollars and include the field itself, fencing, a scoreboard, and underground wiring for future lights and fiber optics;

Phase One is currently underway with anticipated completion in time for the Spring, 2015 seasons.

"We're thankful for the support of the College and numerous donors who have committed financial resources and enthusiasm to this project," Messiah College Director of Athletics Jack Cole said. "This field will immediately enhance our lacrosse programs and the experience of our student-athletes. We're really excited for this giant step forward."

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FALL/WINTER LACROSSE OPPORTUNITIES

Youth Indoor Clinics

- 11/4-12/16, Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30pm at Yellow Breeches Sports Center in New Cumberland

- Boys Lacrosse ages 8-13, $99 per player, 6 sessions

- Experienced local high school and youth coaches

- Drills/Fundamental work and game play

- Register HERE

Lacrosse Mustache Madness

- Starts October 19th, Mustachio Division (18 and over) and Stubble Division (10-17 years old)

- Annual campaign to rally the lacrosse community in support of HEADstrong Foundation and their efforts to improve quality of life for those affected by blood cancer.

- More information on the cause HERE

- Sign up for our team HERE

Men's Box/Indoor Lacrosse League

- Box lacrosse is back! Area's only authentic box lacrosse league.

- Starts December 9th, 8 game season, runs till February.

- Games are Tuesdays and Thursdays between 6:30pm and 10:30pm at Yellow Breeches Sports Center in New Cumberland

- Ages 16 and older, $125 per player

- Team registration, Individual/Free Agent registration available HERE

Youth Club Lacrosse

- GRIZZ LACROSSE CLUB

- Additional evaluations coming this December (location/time TBD), register HERE

- U9, U11, U13, and U15 boys club lacrosse teams

- No cut policy

- 5 local high school and youth coaches with extensive experience

- Dedicated to helping you improve your individual game, knowledge of the sport, and team play!

SOMETHING TO AIM FOR LONG POLES!

Post by The Lacrosse Network.

SPRING TEAM FOR U13 AND U15 PLAYERS

The Harrisburg Academy is accepting new players for U13 and U15 lacrosse teams this spring.

Each year, the Academy hosts spring lacrosse teams for both U13 and U15 student-athletes.  As members of the team, students learn from highly motivated and passionate coaches through fun and competitive drills and team play.  

New and experienced players are welcome.  

The Academy Athletics Office will be hosting a Registration Open House for lacrosse on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 7-8:30 p.m in McCormick Auditorium.  

E-Mail Martin.J@harrisburgacademy.org with any questions.

Flyer and Registration available after the jump

COACHING OPPORTUNITIES - UPDATED

Several local programs in the area are looking for coaches for the upcoming season. Check out the links below for more information!

McDevitt Boy's High School Lacrosse team is currently accepting applications for high school assistant coaches.  

Team page here: http://mcdevittlax.blogspot.com/ 

Email lacrosse@bishopmcdevitt.org 

Central Daupihn JR Lacrosse Program is looking for coaches for the upcoming season.

Team Page: http://www.cdjrlacrosse.org/

Email: 11billshuey@gmail.com

Mechanicsburg Boy's High School Lacrosse team is looking for assistant coaches.

Team Page: http://www.gomechanicsburg.com/spring-sports/lacrosse-boys/

E-Mail: sbrisbane@umiusa.com

NEW STX HELMET REVEALED!

STX just released images of their new STX Stallion 500 Helmet!

Let us know what you think in the comments.

More information on the helmet can be found here:

http://www.stx.com/helmet/

COACHING OPPORTUNITIES

Local high school teams are currently hiring for assistants and we want to help get the word out!

If you have any interest in coaching here in Central PA email COACH@HARRISBURGLACROSSE.COM with a copy of your resume.

Any teams looking for coaches feel free to contact us as well and we will post your openings!

LAX STACHE MADNESS - STARTS 10/19

The team at Harrisburg Lacrosse is putting together a squad for the 2014 Lacrosse Mustache Madness Campaign and we want you to join!

Stubble Division (Ages 10-17)

Mustachio Division (Ages 18 and over)

SIGN UP FOR OUR TEAM HERE

Lacrosse Mustache Madness is annual fall campaign to raise funds and awareness to support the HEADstrong Foundation and their fight against Blood Cancer. Individuals, players, and teams are welcome to join our cause! 

Starts October 19th!

For more information on how to be a part of our team email:COACH@HARRISBURGLACROSSE.COM

JOIN OUR TEAM HERE

Sweet Stache Incentives

$50-$149            HF Mustache Flatbrim Hat

$150-$299          Annual Membership to Dollar Shave Club

$300-$499          Warrior Coxswain Shoes (HEADstrong Themed)

$500-$749          $100.00 Gift Card to HEADstrong.org/shop

$750-$999          Limited Edition HF Burn Cancer Gloves

$1,000-$2,499    Go Pro Hero 3 Camera

$2,500-Above     Limited Edition HF Warrior Regulator Helmet

Grand Prize        Custom HEADstrong Wave Metallic Neon Green 50cc Scooter

Top Team Prize Limited Edition HF Warrior Burn Head (Team Max 30)