POLICIES, ARTICLES AND OTHER INFO

At Lauderdale Lacrosse, we desire to create a culture in which young people not only grow as athletes, but also as young men. By registering for and participating in our programs, you are agreeing to the following guidelines and accountability measures:

• PARENT MANIFESTO
  • I understand and endorse the purpose of Lauderdale Lacrosse: to help boys become men of empathy and integrity who will lead, be responsible, and change the world for good.
  • I support the coaches by applauding behaviors in my child and teammates that demonstrate characteristics of integrity, empathy, sacrifice, and responsibility.
  • I acknowledge and appreciate every player’s growth towards maturity and efforts toward establishing stronger relationships with teammates, coaches, and themselves.
  • I affirm my child and teammates when good character, healthy sportsmanship, and other-centered behaviors are displayed. I will not only affirm athletic performance or a victory.
  • I serve as a role model for our players talking politely and acting courteously towards coaches, officials, other parents, visiting team parents, and spectators at practices, games, and meetings.
  • I model good sportsmanship. Acknowledge and applaud the efforts of team members and opponents. Accept defeat graciously by congratulating the members of the opposing team on a game well played.
  • I support the team regardless of how much or how little my child plays or what the win-loss record is.
  • I encourage my child and teammates with positive statements, even when they make mistakes because:
    1. 1. At every practice they are growing physically and emotionally.
    2. 2. At every practice they are learning moral and ethical lessons.
    3. 3. At every practice they are developing character.
  • I refrain from boasting about my child’s accomplishments.
  • When problems or questions arise, I have my child present the problem to the coach. This develops self-advocacy. After meeting with their coach, if the issue requires more clarity, I will contact the coach.

  Because I am a parent with the power, position, and platform to make a positive difference in the lives of all players, I commit to this code of conduct. When failing to live up to these standards, I will allow for accountability and take responsibility for my actions.

• PLAYER MANIFESTO
  • I accept responsibility for my behavior on and off the field. I understand that what I do and say affects my teammates, school, and other people either positively or negatively.
  • I lead courageously and live with integrity by speaking up against injustice and on behalf of others even when it is hard or unpopular.
  • I act with respect toward myself and the people and things around me including my parents, my coaches, my teammates, my teachers, my opponents, and the spectators.
  • I do not put people in boxes according to their race, gender, religion, neighborhood, sexual orientation or abilities. I judge people by the content of their character.
  • I act with empathy. I try to understand what is going on in the hearts and minds of others and what is causing those feelings so that I can be supportive and encouraging. I ask, “How can I help you?”
  • I serve as a role model at all times by talking politely and acting courteously toward coaches, teammates, opponents, officials, and spectators. I understand that it is a privilege to represent my family, school and community as a student-athlete.
  • I give 100% effort to practices, games, and events. I understand that effort demonstrates my commitment to the team and my respect for my coaches and teammates.
  • I display good sportsmanship. I acknowledge and applaud the efforts of others. I encourage my teammates with positive statements. I refrain from boasting to my teammates and ‘trash-talking’ to members of other teams. I accept defeat graciously by congratulating my opponents on a game well played.

  Because I represent my family, school, and team, I abide by the policies, rules and guidelines of the school, team, and coaches.

• EQUIPMENT AND BEHAVIOR POLICIES
  • All players are required to wear a certified lacrosse helmet, shoulder pads, arm pads, lacrosse gloves, mouthguard, and appropriate clothing, including team uniforms. In addition to the equipment mentioned, GOALIES are required to wear a chest protector, throat guard, and athletic cup. Rib pads are optional.
  • The rules for stick construction and length of the “field game” NFHS rules will be in place and enforced accordingly. All NOCSAE balls are legal.
  • All players must wear shoes appropriate for various surfaces (cleats for field, sneakers for indoor).
  • Eyewear must be medically approved.
  • Lauderdale Lacrosse IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for items and/or personal property lost or stolen during any program or event at any facility.
  • Players are forbidden to play with watches, earrings, bracelets, and rings.
  • No credits or refunds for this program including injury/illness (please see refund policy below.)
  • Property damage, stealing, use or possession of illegal substances including drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, weapons of any kind, lighters, or matches, will result in immediate dismissal. Additionally, the use of profane language, bullying, and/or abusive behavior will not be tolerated. Behavior deemed inappropriate (at the sole discretion of Lauderdale Lacrosse staff) will result in immediate dismissal from the program with no return of program fee.
  • Exemplary sportsmanship is required by all players and parents/ fans participating/ attending Lauderdale Lacrosse activities/games. Any actions (physical or verbal) deemed unsportsmanlike by the referee(s) or league officials may result in a MISCONDUCT, GAME MISCONDUCT, OR EJECTION PENALTY.
  • FIGHTING WORDS & UNNECESSARY ROUGHNESS- = Automatic EJECTION PENALTY, no exceptions. Unnecessary roughness also includes: grabbing the face mask, helmet, or chinstrap, hair pulling or head butting, or any play deemed by an official as an attempt or intentional act to physically hurt an opponent (attempt to injure including intentional boarding, spearing, etc.).
  • Any player caught back talking or taunting any official, referee, coach or spectator will result in a MAJOR PENALTY. Continued behavior will result in an EJECTION PENALTY. The referee shall assess a gross MISCONDUCT PENALTY/ EJECTION PENALTY to any player/ personnel or non-playing personnel (spectator) who: makes derogatory comments based upon race, ethnic origin, religious background or gender; threatens a referee or an official; makes obscene gestures; persists in such behavior after being ejected from a game; behaves in any manner to dishonor, embarrass, or disgrace the game.

  Should any of these incidents occur, it will be the responsibility of the player’s parent(s) or guardian(s) to bear the cost of any damages or loss of property to, or any extra charges by, the facility owner, or any other party, caused by a program participant. Parents will be informed immediately if any player is found with these items or participating in the aforementioned behaviors.

• AGE ELIGIBILITY
  US Lacrosse establishes eligibility guidelines in order to promote the game of lacrosse among the youth of America in a safe and sportsmanlike environment. To best achieve this goal, US Lacrosse believes that leagues, associations, and other organizers of youth lacrosse should seek to provide playing opportunities that, as much as possible, establish a “level playing field” among players of similar age, size, and ability.

  Age and Eligibility Guidelines are not considered “game-day rules” and are not enforced as game-day rules by officials. Exceptions to age divisions cannot be made on game day and all coaches must adhere to classifications as determined by their league or association.

LIABILITY RELEASE

Without exception, All Participants in Lauderdale Lacrosse Teams, Events, Clinics, Camps, Personal Training, or any other athletic activity MUST be an active member of USLacrosse. If you’re not a member, please click HERE and then email your member number to David Scully: david@lauderdalelacrosse.com.

In addition, all players must file appropriate release documents for each Lauderdale Lacrosse program. Release forms will be provided upon registration.