2023 Season FAQ

Hi all, we are close to kicking off the 2023 Spring season, and with some things still in flux, wanted to give all of you some details

When does the season start? 

We are targeting the beginning of practice the week of January 30th, 2023 

When and where are practices? 

In February, our practices start at Brushy Creek Sports Field and start with Bantam at 5:30, Lightning at 6:00, Junior at 6:30 and Senior at 7 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. We have practices in a similar format at the same location on Saturdays too, starting at 10 am. 

After February, we move to Leander ISD fields for Mondays and Wednesdays at a similar time (but may shift days depending on field availability) which are scheduled in the middle of January. Games begin in March and are typically on Saturdays but may have some on Sundays. Games are determined in a scheduling meeting across all youth lacrosse associations in the Austin area at the end of January. 

Depending on game scheduling, the season ends around the first week in May. 

When and where are games?

Games will either be at home (Cedar Park or Vista Ridge High School) or on the road.  We play across the greater Austin area, from Round Rock to Dripping Springs.  Games are typically on Sunday afternoons, but may be on Saturdays as well

Where can I find the schedule?

Once set, scheduling will be found in the Teamsnap app.  For syncing your child’s team schedule to various platforms, see information here: Subscribe to a Team Schedule – TeamSnap Playbook

My child is new to Lacrosse, what do we need? 

Welcome to Lacrosse!  

For first time boys we recommend the following gear (required gear indicated) 

• Helmet (White) (Required – look for Statement/seal indicating it meets NOCSAE lacrosse
  standard performance specification and SEI certified) 
• Chest protector/shoulder pads (Required – must meet the NOCSAE performance standard effective January 1, 2021) 
• Elbow pads (Recommended) 
• Gloves (Recommended) 
• Athletic Supporter with cup (Required) 
• Lacrosse stick (Required – standard length for bantam and lightning, specialized based on position starting in Junior and Senior)  
• Mouthguard (Required) 
• Athletic cleats (Recommended – lacrosse shoes can be a bit pricey, when starting out check out other sports cleats with good ankle support) 

For first time girls we recommend the following gear (required gear as indicated) 

• Goggles (Required) 
• Crosse (Required – see www.usalacrosse.com/legal-womens-sticks) 
• Mouthguard (Required) 
• Gloves (Recommended) 
• Headgear (Recommended – must have permanent SEI certification mark and meet current ASTM standards) 

A detailed guide can be found at US Lacrosse here 

Gear can typically be found at Dicks Sporting Goods but do check out local Play-It-Again sports as there may be some used lacrosse gear you can pick up to cut down on costs.