Parents’ quick guide
New to lacrosse? Welcome.
Whether your child has never held a stick or has played a little, here’s how to get started with the Redhawks.
Four easy steps
Try a free clinic
No pressure and no experience needed. See upcoming clinics.
Register online
2027 registration is open. U6 is $99; U8–U14 is $279 early-bird through Dec 1, then $329. See programs & fees.
Join USA Lacrosse
Every player needs a USA Lacrosse membership active through May 2027, which also provides player insurance. Join or renew.
Come to practice
The season runs from late January to early April. Practice and game schedules will be shared in January 2027. Fields & schedule.
Start with U6
Our youngest players begin in U6, a co-ed program for girls and boys with no pads. The $99 fee includes a Hackees stick.
Older beginners are welcome too. U8 through U14 each have a girls division and a boys division.
Divisions use a Sept 1 birthdate cut-off each year. Born on or after: U6, Sept 1, 2020; U8, Sept 1, 2018; U10, Sept 1, 2016; U12, Sept 1, 2014; U14, Sept 1, 2012. See the full table.
The game and the season
6v6 Olympic-style
We play fast-paced 6v6 lacrosse, the same style used in Olympic lacrosse. More touches and more fun for every player.
Schedules
Practice and game schedules will be shared in January 2027.
Play safe
We will not play in lightning, but we’ll do our best to make up any missed games.
What does my child need?
U6 is a no-pads program, so you don’t need pads to start. Boys and girls play by different USA Lacrosse rules, and the gear differs by division.
U6 (co-ed)
Athletic shoes and water. The Redhawks provide a Hackees stick with registration.
Girls U8–U14
Cleats, mouthguard, goggles and a stick.
Boys U8–U14
Cleats, stick, mouthguard, gloves, elbow pads, chest protector and helmet.
For more on equipment and the rules, see USA Lacrosse’s guides:
Questions?
Check our frequently asked questions or email board@parklandlacrosse.org. A real parent on our Board will write back.
Ready to start?
Try a free clinic first, or register now. Early-bird is $279 through Dec 1 for U8–U14.