What would it take to bring a new varsity sport like lacrosse to northeast Colorado? Apparently, a lot of work.
STERLING — There comes a time, unfortunately, when high schools may have to drop varsity sporting programs because of a lack of funds or simply when the school doesn’t have enough athletes to participate in a certain event.
Fleming was a victim of this, with its track program being dropped because only four girls came out for the team. Recently, Sterling High School added a girl’s golf team after an extensive absence from the scene.
But what if a school wants to start up a brand new program, what does it take to get there? What if Sterling High School wanted to get crazy and start up a lacrosse team? What is the procedure to kick start it off the ground?
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Qwest and the Colorado Mammoth are committed to Colorado’s communities and are pleased to work together to advance youth education and activities across our state.
For that reason, Qwest and the Mammoth would like to invite you to participate in a unique lacrosse clinic. The Mammoth Lacrosse Skills Clinic presented by Qwest will provide a special opportunity for youth lacrosse participants to interact with Mammoth players and learn the fundamentals of lacrosse from professional players and coaches. This unique skills clinic will be held at Pepsi Center on Sunday, June 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is no cost for the clinic.
During the clinic, Colorado Mammoth players will teach kids ages 10-14 (entering grades 5th-8th) fundamental skills of the sport and serve as a resource for your players and coaches. The clinic will run for two hours: approximately 75 minutes of instruction, 15 minutes of questions, and 20 minutes of autographs for the clinic participants. A light snack will be provided following the clinic.
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Team Centennial, led by a balanced attack that included eight goal scorers in the championship game of the boys’ high school elite division, claimed its first Dick’s Sporting Goods Colorado Cup championship on Sunday. With the win, Team Centennial earned the program’s first berth in the Dick’s Sporting Goods Tournament of Champions to compete for the high school club national championship.
Coached by the 2005 National Federation of High School Coaches’ lacrosse coach of the year Bryan Perry, and donning red retro Cherry Creek High School jerseys, Team Centennial cruised to the emphatic victory over Fort Collins. Matt White, Michael Veinford, Henry Halle and Mac Bolling each scored two goals in the championship game. Bolling was named Toyota Player of the Game in the victory.
LaxDog, coached by Robert Singer, took home the boy’s high school elite bronze.
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Open to: Boy’s and Girl’s of all Ages, Beginners/ Intermediate/Advanced playersInstructor: Current High School coaches, nationally ranked top 20 D-1 collegiate players and graduates.Dates: June 23rd- 27th
Times and Locations: 9:00am-1:00pm at Grandview HS
Description: This lacrosse clinic is designed to teach beginning players the fundamentals of lacrosse and advance the skills of the intermediate/ advanced players. Beginners will be learning catching and throwing, cradling, ground balls, etc. Intermediate players will cover offensive and defensive strategies, and all around advanced lacrosse skills.
Intermediate and advanced players will model a college level practice with advanced drills and concepts- offensive and defensive strategies such as, attacking plays and zone defense.
*Team discounts available; please contact info@crslax.com . *Contests and prizes. *Each player will get T-Shirt, lanyard and water bottle.To Register Online at www.CRSLAX.com, click the “Camps and Clinics” button. Questions: Info@CRSLAX.com, 720.274.1985
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We are happy to announce our 4th Annual Charity Lacrosse Event, “Lacrosse Cures”,
July 26th, 2008! This is a competitive 3v.3 CHUMASH tourney to showcase talent and raise money for The Colorado Big Brothers Big Sisters Sports Buddies Program. 100% of the tournament profits will be going to benefit The Colorado BBBS Sports Buddies Program. The Colorado BBBS Sports Buddies program allows at risk youth an opportunity to get involved with all kinds of athletics, whether it’s playing a game or attending a professional athletic event with a big brother or big sister. Athletics have played such a significant role in all of our lives; this is an excellent opportunity to expose others to the wonderful world of sports. Please visit www.bbbscolo.org for more information.
Dates: Saturday, July 26th, 2008Time / Place: 8:00am- 4:00pm, Rosamond Park (8001 E Quincy Ave., Denver, CO 80237)Cost: $150 (team) or $30 per player (5 per team) To REGISTER: Register online at www.CRSLAX.com, click the Tournaments button. Or you can email us at Info@CRSLAX.com.
Donate/ Questions: Contact US: Info@CRSLAX.com , 720.274.1985
The Men’s Under-19 International Lacrosse Federation World Championship will be held July 3-12, 2008 in Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. The 23-player U.S. squad was selected following four days of tryouts in July, 2007.
The U.S. team enters this summer’s tournament as the five-time defending ILF Under-19 champion with a 29-0 all-time record in U-19 international play.
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Deadline: July 1, 2008
Honor Those Who Make a Difference
US Lacrosse is committed to supporting the growth of youth lacrosse throughout the United States. The dedication of individuals around the country, who have devoted countless hours to make lacrosse happen in their communities, has been the driving force behind the successful growth of youth lacrosse. Each year, US Lacrosse honors outstanding contributors to youth lacrosse programs. The goal of the youth awards program is to nationally recognize individuals who have made contributions to the game over time while supporting the mission and vision of US Lacrosse:
“We envision a future which offers people everywhere the opportunity to discover, learn, participate in, enjoy and ultimately embrace the shared passion of the lacrosse experience.”
Those awarded will be recognized at an annual breakfast at the US Lacrosse National Convention.
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2008 Application Timetable
April 18 - Grant application available online
September 15 - Postmark deadline for sending completed applications
November 2008 - Notification letters sent to all grant applicants
February 2009 - Equipment shipped to awarded programs
Interested in starting a lacrosse program but unable to fund it? The US Lacrosse Equipment Grant may be just the answer you’re looking for. Grants can include a full team’s worth of equipment (sticks and protective gear) and are awarded to programs within their first year of operation. Applicant programs must demonstrate a financial need and priority is given to those residing in a state or region where lacrosse opportunities are currently limited or absent.
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BALTIMORE– US Lacrosse has announced the four team rosters for the 2008 National Senior Showcase, to be played June 20-21 at Benedictine University in Chicago. The annual all-star game features outstanding senior boys high school players representing the North, South, West and East regions of the country.
The National Senior Showcase (NSS), sponsored by Warrior Lacrosse, is an annual offering of the US Lacrosse Men’s Division Coaches Council. Lacrosse players across the nation apply to be chosen for their regional team.
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The 2008 U-13 and U-15 National Youth Festivals will be taking place in Warren County, OH and Lake George, NY, respectively. Both events are sponsored by Warrior Lacrosse.
Highlights for both of the events include opening ceremonies, a festival BBQ, and a social for coaches and players.
The format of the National Youth Festivals is designed specifically to allow US Lacrosse chapters to send a team of players that will represent them with dignity and class both on and off the field. The ideals of respect, sportsmanship, connection, team spirit, trust, leadership and carrying on the traditions of the game are at the core of the philosophy behind these events.
