FAQ's
Who can join the team?
Anyone with any skill level--from beginner to experienced. We will have a boys 5th/6th grade team, a boys 7th/8th grade team and a High School team for the 2011-2012 season. If you are interested in joining any of the teams, please fill out the contact information page.
If my son has never played, can he try before joining?
Several opportunities will be offered for your child to come out and try it; hold a stick, scoop the ball; learn the fundamentals of the game.
What costs are involved?
Full year costs will be $895 for the 2011-2012 season.
What equipment do I need?
Players are responsible for their own equipment. You can expect to pay about $250 - $300 for it, but they use it for several years if they don’t outgrow it. The pads and cleats get replaced, but the helmet grows with the player and the stick they use until they decide they want a new one. Equipment can be purchased at Academy (they have some, very small selection), Team Lax in Frisco (huge selection) or Play It Again Sports has some. For cleats, if there’s not a designated cleat for Lacrosse at Academy, you can buy football cleats.
Players need a helmet, cleats, pads (chest and elbow), rib pads, gloves, cup, stick and mouth piece.
If you’re buying a helmet for the first time, we request black w/ red visor and chin strap at Team Lax. You can buy your helmet elsewhere, but you’ll need the red visor and red chin strap. If you already have a helmet, please do not buy a new one. We would like all players to have the red chin strap and visor, which can be purchased inexpensively at Team Lax.
What registration is required?
*You must register with US Lacrosse in order to be eligible to play. The fee is $25 for a one year membership - www.uslacrosse.org. If you’re already registered, you do not have to reregister until your year is expired. (ex: if you currently play for another team). All you need to do is change your team to Leopard Lacrosse.
*You must also register with NTYLL (North Texas Youth Lacrosse League.) It is free - www.uslacrossentx.org. *If you do not live in Lovejoy ISD’s district or Lucas/Fairview, you must obtain a waiver through NTYLL to play for us.
Where can I purchase Spirit Wear?
Spirit wear can be purchased by contacting Doreen Miller at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Will this count towards my son's athletic requirement for school?
Yes, if you fill out the Off Campus PE requirement form and submit it to the Lovejoy ISD athletic department. Some boys may participate in other sports, thus fulfilling the requirement or may choose to participate in off season sports to fill the requirement.
What about a boys 3rd/4th grade team?
One can be formed under our club, if there is enough interest. At this time, we do not have a 3rd/4th grade team.
Will there be a high school team?
We are now forming a high school team for the 2011-2012 school year. If interested, please fill out our contact information page and include your child's name, age, and grade. A parent information meeting will take place on September 19th, 2011. Watch your E-mail Express and Principal's message for further info.
Will there be a team for girls?
Right now, we do not have a team for girls. It is our hope to create a team for girls in the future!
Why is this a club team and not offered through the district?
Lacrosse is not yet an official UIL sport, therefore if can not be offered through the public school system.
When/Where will practices be held?
Middle School Team:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays from 4:30pm to 6:30pm and Saturdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Sloan Creek Middle School field.
High School Team:
Monday and Tuesdays from 4:15pm to 6:30pm at the Lovejoy High School field and Saturdays from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the Sloan Creek Middle School field.
Who will we play at games?
Other club and city sports teams, such as: Highland Park, Southlake, Keller, Allen, Plano, Wylie, McKinney, to name a few.
When is Lacrosse season?
Lacrosse is played year round, but the official season is Spring - practices begin in January, games begin in February, and go through the end of April or early May.
Can players get hurt?
Yes, as in any sport. Lacrosse is a minimum contact game, but more contact is seen at higher levels. Players must wear helmets, pads, cups and mouthpiece.
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