by posted 05/10/2013
 
The lacrosse summer camps section has been updated on the website. You can access all the summer lax camps on the left-hand side of the homepage. There are separate tabs for boys and girls camps. There are camps available for players as young as four. Vernon Lacrosse does not endorse any particular camp but wants to make you aware of the camps available. If you know of another camp that you do not see listed, please forward the info to .

posted 04/29/2013
 

 

 

This season

 

Equipment/Uniform helper - (1 person / team)  Collect uniforms and equipment at end of season and give to equipment manager

Tournament / End of Year Party - Contact Team Managers and help assist with organization / set-up / clean-up at tournaments and the end of season party

 

2013-2014 Season

Board Positions - Boys Vice President, Treasurer & Secretary positions will be open at conclusion of this season. These positions are vital to the continued success of Vernon Lacrosse. The Board meets once/month throughout  the year.

CVYL & CVGYL Representatives - Looking for a representative for the boys and girls league. This person would be responsible for going to the league meetings and reporting back to the Vernon Board. (Roughly 6 meetings year)

Fundraiser Coordinator - Looking for someone to handle fundraising duties. New ideas are encouraged.

Signs - Looking for volunteer to put out yard signs and large signs (multiple locations throughout town that we can utilize) to promote Vernon Lacrosse and announce registration dates 2 or 3 times/year

Coaches - We will need boys/girls coaches and assistant coaches. US Lacrosse training will be provided.

Equipment/Uniform helper - (1 person / team) Distribute uniforms and equipment at start of season and collect at end of season

Referees - We are always looking for adults to officiate boys and girls games. Referees are paid to work games and adult referees are helpful at the older age groups. US Lacrosse has certification classes each year. Think about how many times you have been annoyed by the officiating at a game, now you can change things.

Girls Equipment Manager - Distribute equipment to teams and assist with inventory. Alert league to items that are needed.

Fall / Winter

Off season coordinator - VLA is looking for someone that wants to run fall / winter lacrosse. Responsible for determining interest and organizing team(s)

Coaches / Managers - VLA will need coaches and managers for fall lacrosse and winter lacrosse if there is interest in those programs.

posted 04/22/2013
 

On the turf at UConn

The girls had the chance to scrimmage on the turf at half-time of the UConn - Notre Dame womens game on Sunday 4/21. Great win for UConn and a chance for Vernon Lacrosse to see the game played by two top-20 programs. 

posted 03/15/2013
 

posted 11/05/2011
 

Instructional Lacrosse Program - Boys and Girls (Grades K-2)

Girls Lightning: Open to Grades K-2
This is an instructional clinic that will teach the fundamentals of lacrosse, focusing on catching, cradling, throwing and picking up ground balls (scooping). Girls will have an opportunity to learn in a positive environment and have fun with the game of lacrosse. There is one weekend day practice and an occasional weekday practice.
No equipment required.
Registration Fee: $75 (Registration fee includes the use of goggles and a stick)

Boys Lightning: Open to Grades K-2
This is an instructional clinic that will focus on stick-handling, passing, catching, shooting and game concepts using a variety of fun drills and activities.
Typically there is one weekend day practice and an occasional weekday practice.
No equipment required.
Registration Fee: $75 (Registration fee includes the use of a helmet, gloves, and stick)

Vernon Lacrosse has an annual Munson's chocolate bar fundraiser to help contain costs. Every Lightning player is required to participate or choose the optional buy-out*.

*Optional buy-out- Players can pay a $50 buyout fee in lieu of selling the Munson's chocolates.
 

posted 11/01/2010
 

Boys Lacrosse

Bantam: Open to Grades 3-4  (Players in grade 2 are eligible if they previously participated in Lightning program)
The Bantam program builds on the fundamentals taught in the lightning division.  Basic skill development is the goal of the Bantam program.  Catching, scooping, cradling, passing and shooting will be emphasized.  Players will learn how to play lacrosse as a team.  Players learn these skills during practices and games played against other teams in the CVYL.  Players are allowed to stick check but not body check.
Typically there is a 2-3 day weekly commitment (practices and/or games).
Registration Fee: $125  (includes $25 US Lacrosse Fee and use of a helmet)

Junior:  Open to Grades 5-6  
In the Junior program advanced skills are developed (including body checking). Games are played against other members within the CVYL. Typically there is a 2-3 day weekly commitment (practices and/or games).
Registration Fee: $125  (includes $25 US Lacrosse Fee and use of a helmet)

Senior: Open to Grades 7-8  
The Senior program seeks to advance the skills of players further as they prepare for play at the high school level. Games are played against other members within the CVYL.
Typically there is a 2-4 day weekly commitment (practices and/or games).
Registration Fee: $125  (includes $25 US Lacrosse Fee and use of a helmet)
 

Program	Grade Level	Boys Min/Max*	Practice Schedule
Bantam	3rd and 4th	Boys min 15 max 25	1-3 days per week
Junior	5th and 6th	Boys min 15 max 25	1-3 days per week
Senior	7th and 8th	Boys min 15 max 25	1-3 days per week

*If more than 25 sign up, we will consider a 2nd team.
Travel is required within Connecticut and Massachusetts

Vernon Lacrosse has an annual Munson's chocolate bar fundraiser to help contain costs. Every player in the league is required to participate (Lightning, Bantam, JR. & SR.) or choose the optional buy-out*.

*Optional buy-out- Players can pay a $50 buyout fee in lieu of selling the Munson's chocolates.
 

Rental Equipment Available
VLA has a limited number of equipment packages available for rent on a first-come first-served basis.  The packages cost $50/season and contain shoulder pads, arm pads and gloves.
FAQ

posted 11/01/2010
 

Girls Lacrosse

Bantam: Open to Grades 2-4
Continued focus on individual skills and introduction to team concepts. This group plays on a full field and will participate in the Connecticut Valley Girls' Youth Lacrosse League (CVGYL). Typically there is a 2-3 day weekly commitment (practices and/or games).
Lacrosse stick, eye goggles and mouthguard are required.
Registration Fee: $100 (includes $25 US Lacrosse Fee)

Junior: Open to Grades 5/6
While continuing with the advancement of individual skills, team play takes on a bigger role. Modified checking (sticks only) is introduced at this level. Coaches will be continuing to focus on stick skills and footwork. This group plays on a full field and will participate in the Connecticut Valley Girls' Youth Lacrosse League (CVGYL). Typically there is a 2-3 day weekly commitment (practices and/or games).
Lacrosse stick, eye goggles and mouthguard are required.
Registration Fee: $100 (includes $25 US Lacrosse Fee)

 

Program	Grade Level	Girls Min/Max*	Practice Schedule
Bantam	3rd and 4th	Girls min 8 max 25	1-3 days per week
Junior	5th and 6th	Girls min 15 max 25	1-3 days per week

*If more than 25 sign up, we will consider a 2nd team.
Travel is required within Connecticut and Massachusetts

Vernon Lacrosse has an annual Munson's chocolate bar fundraiser to help contain costs. Every player in the league is required to participate (Lightning, Bantam, JR. & SR.) or choose the optional buy-out*.

*Optional buy-out- Players can pay a $50 buyout fee in lieu of selling the Munson's chocolates.