ROSEMOUNT 2020 YOUTH LACROSSE AGENDA Board Members Youth

ROSEMOUNT 2020 YOUTH LACROSSE

AGENDA �Board Members �Youth lacrosse governing bodies �Age groups �Girls Season �Finance Update �Summer Options �Resources

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Name Position Mike Blaszczak Program Director Barnaby Allen Treasurer Holli Priebe Dan Lenmark Jeremy Mills Ethan Stanton **Open** Jared Hanowski Shane Gatz Mindy Schauer Karen Peterson Mindy Schauer Lisa Sickel Lance Kuehn Kelsey Long Brad Struble Jamie Atkins Secretary, Communications and Website Boys Player Development Fields and Equipment Boys 14 U Coordinator Boys 12 U Coordinator Boys 10 U Coordinator Boys 8 U Coordinator Girls Player Development Girls 14 U Coordinator Girls 12 U Coordinator Girls 8 U/10 U Coordinator Boys High School Girls High School RAAA Rep At-large Member

GOVERNING BODIES �US Lacrosse – national governing body of lacrosse – uslacrosse. org �Minnesota Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association (MSLAX) – girls summer season – mslax. net

GIRLS LACROSSE OVERVIEW 2020 AGE GROUPS �Girls Age Group Date of Birth 9/10 9 th-10 th grade(2019 -2020 school year) 14 U 9/1/2005 to 8/31/2007 12 U 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2009 10 U 9/1/2009 to 8/31/2011 8 U 9/1/2011 to 8/31/2013 IP (Girls and Boys) 9/1/2013 to 8/31/2015

GIRLS LACROSSE OVERVIEW �Many differences to the boys game including equipment, field striping, and rules �The sport emphasizes fun, team work, hand/eye coordination, speed, stamina and safety! �Our teams at all levels welcome new players to the sport!

GIRLS LACROSSE OVERVIEW �Game and Team Structure Level Field Size # Players 8 U Half 4 v 4; no goalies 10 10 U Half 7 v 7 + goalie 13 – 16+ 12 U and 14 U Full 12 v 12 18 – 24+ ▪ We expect to have at least one team at each level �Current RAAA registrations (as of 3/8/2020) ▪ ▪ Ideal Team Size 8 U - 5 10 U - 18 12 U - 27 14 U - 14

Finance Update - Girls • 2020 fee summary: • Addition of $15 for shooter shirts for all girls summer programs (costs rolled into the registration fee in 2020 vs buying separately) • 10 U, 12 U, 14 U girls costs increased to reflect an additional tournament • We are projecting to break even as an overall program for 2020. Several age groups are projected to incur a loss, which are typically associated when there are smaller teams and the fixed costs are allocated to fewer players, such as evaluations, tournament fees, governing body fees, paid coaches, indoor time, etc • Fundraising and donations are invested in the program to benefit everyone: • Equipment (nets, goalie equipment, etc. ) • Coaching development

Finance Update - GIRLS � Rosemount registration fees compared to the prior year: Rosemount Girls Programs Girls 8 U Girls 10 U Girls 12 U Girls 14 U Girls 9/10 Rosemount 2019 Cost Fundraising Total Rosemount 2020 +/- 2019 Cost Fundraising Total Reasons for changes $ 180 $ - $ 180 $ 195 $ - $ 195 $ 15 $ - $ 15 Increase for shooter shirt in 2020 $ 190 $ - $ 190 $ 230 $ - $ 230 $ 40 $ - $ 40 $25 for additional tournament, $15 for Shooter Shirt $ 285 $ - $ 285 $ 325 $ - $ 325 $ 40 $ - $ 40 $25 for additional tournament, $15 for Shooter Shirt $ 315 $ - $ 315 $ 355 $ - $ 355 $ 40 $ - $ 40 $25 for additional tournament, $15 for Shooter Shirt $ 260 $ - $ 260 $ 180 $ - $ 180 $ (80) $ - $ (80) Decrease for less indoor time, US Lax fee to be paid individually

GIRLS SEASON STRUCTURE �April: Skill sessions in Irish Dome ▪ 1 - 2 times per week �May - Early August: Outdoor practices, games, and tournament ▪ Practices and games – approximately three times per week ▪ 8 U/10 U will play at Fieldstone in Lakeville (near Hy-Vee) ▪ 12 U/14 U will play at Flint Hills Athletic Complex

GIRLS SEASON APRIL SKILLS TRAINING Led by Kelsey Long, varsity head coach at RHS � Held in April at the Irish Dome: � Emphasis is on basic fundamentals, small area games and scrimmages � Anybody interested in helping coach should volunteer Girls 8 U, 10 U, 12 U and 14 U �April 3 rd �April 5 th �April 10 th �April 11 th �April 17 th �April 19 th �April 24 th �April 25 th 5: 30 – 7 pm 9: 00 – 10 am 5: 30 – 7 pm 11: 30 – 1: 30 pm 5: 30 – 7 pm 9: 00 – 10: 00 am 5: 30 – 7 pm 9: 00 – 10: 30 am

GIRLS SEASON MAY - AUGUST �May: ▪ Outside practices and scrimmages start (approx. 2 practices per week) �June and July: ▪ Outside practices 2 -3 times a week ▪ Approximately 8 games against other MSLAX teams �August: ▪ End of season MSSLAX tournament July 31 st - August 2 nd

GIRLS TEAM FORMATION �Target is for teams to be formed by the first week of May � 8 U: MSLAX does not have different levels ▪ If we have more than one team, coaches and board attempt to make the teams competitively even � 10 U/12 U/14 U: MSLAX offers “A” and “B” divisions ▪ If we have more than one team, we must have at least one “A” team ▪ Any players that are playing on our high school team must play on a “A” team for the summer ▪ Based on current projections, we expect to have one A and one B team at the 12 U and possibly the 10 U level. ▪ Tryouts are scheduled for May 5 th and May 6 th

EVALUATION PROCESS FOR GIRLS YOUTH LACROSSE �Evaluations: ▪ Evaluations will be run by the outside evaluators ▪ Board Members and Coaches that do NOT have players in that age group will participate in the evaluations as volunteers ▪ Players will be scored on athleticism, lacrosse IQ, lacrosse skills. Players will be given a combined score for both days. ▪ Players are required to attend both days of evaluations, this is mandatory.

EVALUATION PROCESS FOR GIRLS YOUTH LACROSSE �Evaluations (Continued) ▪ No adjustments will be made to the A team once selected ▪ If there are 3 or more teams at an age level, one A team then equal B teams will be formed ▪ The board’s evaluation committee will select the equal B teams, based on evaluation scores and input from age group coordinators, past and current coaches. ▪ Teams will be posted by end of day Friday May 8 th. ▪ NO spectators are allowed during the evaluations �Players not available for evaluations ▪ Players not able to participate in evaluations for medical reasons will be provided an alternate evaluation process per our current policy document. ▪ Players unable to attend any of the evaluation days for reasons other than medical, will automatically be placed on a B team.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT �Lacrosse goggles �Lacrosse stick �Mouth guard (colored) �Tennis shoes or cleats (not metal) �Goalie equipment is provided for all teams �Uniform tops and shorts will be provided in late May

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED �Coaching ▪ Goal is to have a parent or college age Head Coach with a high school player as Assistant Coach for each team ▪ We have a few dedicated and great adult coaches at all levels - Thank you! ▪ Please volunteer as a coach, especially at 8 U/10 U level ▪ If interested, we will get you up-to-speed ▪ April Skills Sessions are a good way to learn from others �Team Managers ▪ Helps coaches with communication, website, and organizing

DIBS Hours �The Rosemount Youth Lacrosse Association (RYLA) has implemented a requirement that each family participating in RYL will be responsible for fulfilling two (2) volunteer hours. The hours will be administered through the dibs system in Sports. Engine. There will be many easy opportunities to fulfill these hours including, but not limited to: ▪ Board Member ▪ Coaching ▪ ▪ Team Manager Chill Manager Game Clock/Score Table Fundraising

Uniforms and Team Store Uniforms : � Jersey, Shorts, and Shooter Shirt (included in registration fee!) � Try-On-Sizing dates: ▪ ▪ ▪ April 1, 4 pm - 6 pm April 3, 4 pm - 6 pm April 4, 11 am - 1 pm Team Store: � Additional accessories for players � Swag for Irish fans � Link will be emailed out

GIRLS RESOURCES � Many travel clubs, clinics, and tournaments now exist � Some organizations to research and consider are: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ MN Elite True Lacrosse Frog Lacrosse Team MN Minnesota Lakers Minnesota Lacrosse Academy Lax Connections � Other important websites: ▪ MSLAX (www. mslax. net) – rules, schedule, results for the summer season ▪ Rosemount youth lacrosse (www. rosemountyouthlacrosse. com) ▪ Irish girls high school lacrosse: http: //irishgirlslacrosse. olinesports. com/

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ROSEMOUNT 2020 YOUTH LACROSSE

AGENDA �Board Members �Youth lacrosse governing bodies �Age groups �Boys Season �Finance Update �Summer Options �Resources

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Name Position Mike Blaszczak Program Director Barnaby Allen Treasurer Holli Priebe Dan Lenmark Jeremy Mills Ethan Stanton **Open** Jared Hanowski Shane Gatz Mindy Schauer **Open** Karen Peterson Lisa Sickel Lance Kuehn Kelsey Long Brad Struble Jamie Atkins Secretary, Communications and Website Boys Player Development Fields and Equipment Boys 14 U Coordinator Boys 12 U Coordinator Boys 10 U Coordinator Boys 8 U Coordinator Girls Player Development Girls 14 U Coordinator Girls 12 U Coordinator Girls 8 U/10 U Coordinator Boys High School Girls High School RAAA Rep At-large Member

GOVERNING BODIES �US Lacrosse – national governing body of lacrosse – uslacrosse. org �Great Northern Lacrosse League (GNLL) – boys (10 U, 12 U, and 14 U) spring season – homegrownlacrosse. org �Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota (YLM) – boys summer season – youthlaxmn. org �Dakota Lacrosse – 8 U spring indoor box

BOYS SEASON OVERVIEW 2020 AGE GROUPS �Boys Age Group Date of Birth Boys 9/10 9 th-10 th grade(2019 -2020 school year) Boys 14 U 6/1/2005 to 8/31/2007 (Any current 8 th graders as of the 2019/2020 school year are eligible regardless of their DOB) Boys 12 U 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2009 Boys 10 U 9/1/2009 to 8/31/2011 Boys 8 U 9/1/2011 to 8/31/2013 Girls and Boys IP 9/1/2013 to 8/31/2015

BOYS LACROSSE OVERVIEW � Game and Team Structure Level Field Size Ideal Team Size Players Goalie Off- Pass Rule Sides 8 U Box Arena 11 -16 5 v 5 Yes No 2 Attempts 8 U Cross 13 -18 5 v 5 No No 1 Attempts 10 U Cross 15 -21 7 v 7 Yes 1 Attempts 12 U Full 18 -21 10 v 10 Yes None 14 U Full 18 -21 10 v 10 Yes None ▪ We expect to have at least two teams at each level � Current RAAA registrations (as of 3/8/2020) ▪ ▪ 8 U Box – 27 10 U Spring - 24 12 U Spring – 42 14 U Spring – 23 8 U Summer - 21 10 U Summer - 26 12 U Summer - 42 14 U Summer - 29

BOYS SEASONS When What January – March Registration March 3 – April 28 8 U Spring Box Season March 17 – June 7 th 10 U, 12 U and 14 U Spring Season (Weekend Games –Late April/May) April 1 st – April 30 th 12 U and 14 U pre-evaluation practices May 5 th – 6 th 12 U and 14 U Evaluations May 1 – August 2 12 U and 14 U Season April 3 – May 31 MBSLA 9/10 Mid May 8 U and 10 U Evaluations for Summer Season May 28 – July 30 8 U and 10 U Summer Season Shooting face off clinic (Grades 3 – 9 for fall of 2020) IP Camp 3 on 3 Fast Break Camp (Grades 3 – 9 for fall of 2020)

TEAM FORMATION �IP – Boys and Girls ▪ No evaluations for IP. Teams are formed based on school attendance and geography - we try to keep schoolmates together. � 8 U Spring Box ▪ No evaluations for 8 U spring for Dakota Lacrosse ▪ Teams will be chosen by the Age Group Coordinators and coaches based mainly on skill � 8 U/10 U Summer ▪ Evaluations will be conducted by age group coordinator and coaches ▪ Equal teams will be formed

TEAM FORMATION � 12 U and 14 U (single season) ▪ Two-day player evaluations conducted on May 5 th and 6 th ▪ Evaluations will be conducted by outside evaluators hired by the board. �Evaluations for 9/10 are combined with the high school tryouts

Finance Update - BOYS • 2020 fee summary: • Addition of $15 for shooter shirts for all boys summer programs (costs rolled into the registration fee in 2020 vs buying separately) • Boys 10 U / 12 U / 14 U Spring programs are now through Great Northern Lacrosse League (GNLL). Boys 10 U in 2019 was through Dakota Lacrosse • We are projecting to break even as an overall program for 2020. Several age groups are projected to incur a loss, which are typically associated when there are smaller teams and the fixed costs are allocated to fewer players, such as evaluations, tournament fees, governing body fees, paid coaches, indoor time, etc • Fundraising and donations are invested in the program to benefit everyone: • Equipment (nets, goalie equipment, etc. ) • Coaching development

Finance Update - BOYS � Rosemount registration fees compared to the prior year: Rosemount Boys Programs Rosemount 2020 +/- 2019 Rosemount 2019 Cost Fundraising $ 60 $ - $ 60 $ 60 $ - $ 60 $ - No change Boys 8 U Spring $ 105 $ - $ 105 $ 105 $ - $ 105 $ - No change Boys 8 U Summer $ 180 $ - $ 180 $ 195 $ - $ 195 $ 15 $ - $ 15 Increase for shooter shirt in 2020 Boys 10 U Spring $ 140 $ - $ 140 $ 65 $ - $ 65 $ (75) $ - $ (75) Changing from Dakota Lacrosse to GNLL Boys 10 U Summer $ 190 $ - $ 190 $ 205 $ - $ 205 $ 15 $ - $ 15 Increase for shooter shirt in 2020 Boys 12 U Spring $ 80 $ - $ 80 $ - $ 80 New spring program through GNLL. Boys 12 U Summer $ 330 $ - $ 330 $ 345 $ - $ 345 $ 15 $ - $ 15 Increase for shooter shirt in 2020 Boys 14 U Spring $ 80 $ - $ 80 $ - $ 80 New spring program through GNLL. Boys 14 U Summer $ 330 $ - $ 330 $ 345 $ - $ 345 $ 15 $ - $ 15 Increase for shooter shirt in 2020 Boys 9/10 $ 260 $ - $ 260 $ 230 $ - $ 230 $ (30) $ - $ (30) Reduction for less indoor time Total Cost Fundraising Total Reasons for changes Boys and Girls IP

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED �Coaching ▪ We need parent volunteer coaches for IP, 8 U, 10 U (Spring and Summer). Don’t be afraid to volunteer as a coach. If interested, we will get you up-to-speed. ▪ We will have paid coaches for all Summer 12 U and 14 U teams �Team Managers ▪ Helps coaches with communication, website, and organizing volunteers for games �Chill Managers ▪ Chill stands for Cool Heads Instill Life Lessons ▪ Team parent who is responsible for monitoring to ensure all players, coaches, and spectators are being respectful and showing good sportsmanship to all.

REQUIRED GEAR (BOYS) �Boys Equipment Needed ▪ Lacrosse helmet with face shield ▪ IP and 8 U/10 U spring can wear a hockey helmet ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Lacrosse stick Mouth guard (colored) Athletic supporter Tennis shoes or cleats (not metal) Shoulder pads, arm pads, lacrosse gloves Goalie equipment is provided for all teams Pinnie, shorts and shooter shirt will be provided for 8 U – 14 U T-shirts will be provided for IP players

EVALUATION PROCESS FOR GIRLS 12 U, BOYS 12 U AND 14 U �Evaluations: ▪ Evaluations will be run by the outside evaluators ▪ Board Members and Coaches that do NOT have players in that age group will participate in the evaluations as volunteers ▪ Players will try out for short stick instead of attack or midfield and long stick instead of LSM or close defender. ▪ Players will be scored on athleticism, lacrosse IQ, lacrosse skills. Players will be given a combined score for both days. ▪ Players are required to attend both days of evaluations, this is mandatory.

EVALUATION PROCESS FOR GIRLS AND BOYS 14 U AND 12 U �Evaluations (Continued) ▪ The outside evaluators will select the A team ▪ No adjustments will be made to the A team selected by the outside evaluators ▪ If there are 3 or more teams at an age level, one A team then equal B teams will be formed ▪ Teams will be posted by end of day Friday May 8 th. ▪ The board’s evaluation committee will select the equal B teams, based on evaluation scores and input from age group coordinators, past and current coaches. ▪ NO spectators are allowed during the evaluations �Players not available for evaluations ▪ Players not able to participate in evaluations for medical reasons will be provided an alternate evaluation process per our current policy document. ▪ Players unable to attend any of the evaluation days for reasons other then medical, will automatically be placed on a B team.

DIBS Hours �The Rosemount Youth Lacrosse Association (RYLA) has implemented a requirement that each family participating in RYL will be responsible for fulfilling two (2) volunteer hours. The hours will be administered through the dibs system in Sports. Engine. There will be many easy opportunities to fulfill these hours including, but not limited to: ▪ Board Member ▪ Coaching ▪ ▪ Team Manager Chill Manager Game Clock/Score Table Fundraising

April 1, ▪ 4 pm. April - 6 pm 1, 4 pm - 6 pm Uniforms and Team Store Uniforms : � Jersey, Shorts, and Shooter Shirt (included in registration fee!) � Try-On-Sizing dates: ▪ ▪ ▪ April 1, 4 pm - 6 pm April 3, 4 pm - 6 pm April 4, 11 am - 1 pm Team Store: � Additional accessories for players � Swag for Irish fans � Link will be emailed out

BOYS RESOURCES � Many travel clubs, clinics, and tournaments now exist � Some organizations to research and consider are: ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Frog Lacrosse Team MN True Lacrosse Homegrown Lacrosse Gopher Select Team 36 MN Loons � Other important websites: ▪ Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota – rules, schedule, results for the summer season ▪ Rosemount Youth Lacrosse

OTHER SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES �Boys Lacrosse Face Off and Shooting Camp (grades 3 -9) ▪ Improve and develop two of the most crucial lacrosse skills that have a large impact on your game! During the first half of camp, players will work on the fundamentals of a lacrosse shot from multiple dimensions of the lacrosse field. The second half of the camp will focus on the intricate art of the face off. Learn multiple moves and counter moves to the face off. Players will see the impact on their game by taking more shots and more face offs than they will see all season! �Boys Lacrosse 3 on 3 Fast Break Camp (grades 3 -9) ▪ In the game of lacrosse, over 70% of goals are scored during fast break and odd man situations. Learn the skills and techniques needed to master fast break offensive and defensive situations. Players will be trained by a camp staff made up of local high school coaches and varsity players who have over 30 years of experience combined. Daily sessions will include odd man situations, fast break drills, fast whistle restarts and small game 3 v 3 competitions. Small games situations will increase the number of repetitions and touches you will experience with the ball. Each daily session will conclude with tournament. Prizes will be awarded. �Travel programs

RESOURCES �Rosemount Youth Lacrosse (http: //www. rosemountyouthlacrosse. com/) �Rosemount Area Athletic Association (http: //rosemount-aaa. org) �US Lacrosse – national governing body of lacrosse – (http: //www. uslacrosse. org) �Minnesota Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association (MSLAX) – girls spring and summer seasons – (http: //www. msslax. com) �Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota (YLM) – boys summer season – (http: //www. youthlaxmn. com) �East Side Lacrosse– lacrosse gear – (http: //eslacrosse. com) �Lavin Lacrosse – lacrosse gear – (http: //www. lavinlacrosse. com) �Swag Shop apparel – (http: //www. swagshopmn. com) �Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Coaches �Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) Parents