Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know anything about lacrosse to play?
No prior experience is required or expected. We will teach the basic skills necessary to play.
Do I need special equipment?
Yes. The equipment for the boys and girls are different. For the girls, you will need a mouthguard, goggles and a stick. The girls stick is different from a boys stick, there is a shallower pocket.
The boys need a lacrosse helmet, mouthguard, chest protector, elbow pads, gloves and a stick. Sticks can be cut shorter in the 1/2 division. At the 5/6 level, defenseman sticks can be 5' in length (caller Tiger poles). At the 7/8 level, defenseman sticks can be 6' in length.
TRYLax provides every team with goalie equipment. If your son/daughter is interested in playing goalie full time, reach out and we can help you with what will be needed.
Visit the equipment page for more details.
What is the time commitment?
Season: The program begins around the third week in March and ends in early June. The programs end with a jamboree (round-robin style tournament) in Devens, MA.
Practice Schedule: One to two times per week, usually in the early evenings between 5 and 7:30 p.m.
Games are held on Sundays and start in April. No games Memorial Day weekend. Home games are at Tantasqua High School and away games are up to an hour away depending upon the opponent.
What is the game schedule?
Games are usually on Sundays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Home games are played at Tantasqua High School. Away games are played throughout the region and can be up to an hour away. There may be a few mid-week make-up games due to weather cancelations. Each game lasts about 1-1/2 hours.
Can I volunteer?
Coaches and other volunteers are needed to ensure this program runs efficiently. Interested parents should contact any TRYLax Board Member or email trylaxinc@gmail.com.
Visit the volunteer page for more information.
What do I get for my registration fee?
The registration fee covers TRYLAX league dues, referee payment, field use, team supplies and equipment (balls, cones, first-aid kits, goalie equipment, etc.) and end-of-season tournament fees.
Where can I purchase a uniform?
Uniforms (partial or full) can be purchased during the registration process. Once registration closes the league will order the uniforms in bulk. Uniforms will be delivered to players by their coaches in advance of the first game of the season. Optional uniform related items (bags, sweatshirts, etc.) can still be purchased via the links below. Little Warrior registration includes a t-shirt -- no uniform purchase necessary.
