If you are looking to try out Lacrosse before joining our Spring session, join us for the Eden Prairie Try LAX Day on April 28th, 2024 from 12-2 p.m. at the EP Dome. Noon-1:00 8/10u; 1:00-2:00 12/14u.
We will provide sticks and gear - please wear athletic shoes.
Eagles Youth Lacrosse is looking forward to the 2024 Spring and Summer season for both novice and experienced players from Kindergarten through 8th Grade. Teams will follow the 8U(and under), 10U, 12U and 14U age guidelines.
The Spring Practice Season starts in May with 1-2 practices per week, and the Summer Game Season will run from June 10 -July 28 with 2-3 practices/games per week (Monday-Thursday) and 2-3 weekend tournaments (local). Exact dates/times will be available the week prior to the season start. The State Tournament this year will be July 26-28, 2024.
8U - We will have 4 games, 1 Jamboree and will participate in the end of year State Tournament.
10U - We will have 6 games and participate in the end of year State Tournament.
12U/14U - We will have 8 games and participate in the end of year State Tournament.
Practices will be at Staring Lake Fields for 8/10U and Flying Cloud Fields for 12/14 U once the fields are available. Practices will be indoors until that time.
All players 3rd grade and up require a USA Lacrosse Membership (www.usalacrosse.com). Family discount is available.
K-4th grade (beginners) We offer instruction on the fundamental skills and the basics of 'how to play lacrosse'. By the end of the sessions they will play small games to exercise their skills. Participants will receive detailed instruction targeted at improving their basic passing/catching, ground balls, footwork, and basic understanding of offensive and defensive play. Players will be separated into groups based on skill level.
5th - 8th grade These sessions will focus on development of fundamentals - lacrosse stick skills, ground ball tactics, draw control, and footwork; however, significant attention will be given to offensive, defensive, and midfield tactics to raise the players overall lacrosse IQ. Sessions will be a mix of skills/drills training and game play. Players will be separated into groups based on skill level. **Our overall goal is to spend some time on fundamentals, but get as much game experience in as we can.
We work with neighboring leagues to set up game play at each session. This is, of course, dependent on other teams availability. We will do our best to get as much game play in as we can.
The USA LAX Quick Reference Table outlines the age group for your registrant here: https://www.usalacrosse.com/sites/default/files/documents/Games/USAL-AgeGroupChart-23-24.pdf
To find information regarding anything related to the Eden Prairie Girls High School Lacrosse program, please go to our new website:
Looking to order LAX gear? Check out the Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association SWAG Store for boys and girls LAX swag.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
EPLA is a volunteer run organization. Our current leadership team is made up of individuals whose children have either aged out of the program or are in the 14U age bracket. As a result, WE NEED YOUR HELP with the program to support the future of the EPLA. You do not need any specific skills other than caring about a program your child loves. It runs like a well-oiled machine and we are looking for individuals to get involved this year so we can train you in.
PARENT COACHES
We are looking for parent volunteer coaches to help with practices. YOU DO NOT NEED TO KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT LACROSSE TO DO THIS!! We just need helping hands to make the spring season run smoothly. If you want your daughter working on her lacrosse in the spring, then we need your help.
Please reach out to Lisa Heineke at eplaxgirls@gmail.com to get involved.