NEW TO LACROSSE?
Everything you need to know to get your player started.
LACROSSE IS FOR
EVERY PLAYER
Never played before? No problem. FMLA welcomes players of all ages who are completely new to lacrosse. Our programs introduce the game through age-appropriate instruction, teamwork and plenty of opportunities to learn by playing.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Build coordination, spatial skills, and confidence while learning a fast-paced team sport.
FIND YOUR TEAM
Make friends, build connections and become part of a community that grows with your player
GROW TOGETHER
Practice, compete, and improve alongside teammates who encourage and challenge each other.
LACROSSE 101
Players use a lacrosse stick to catch, carry, pass, and shoot the ball while working together to score and defend their goal.
BOYS' LACROSSE
Boys' lacrosse combines speed, skill, and strategy. Boys wear protective equipment because contact is part of the game at older age levels, with contact rules that vary by age.
GIRLS' LACROSSE
Girls' lacrosse is a skill-focused game built around passing, movement, positioning, and teamwork. It is not a full-contact sport at any age, with rules designed to limit physical contact.
GETTING STARTED
Getting started with lacrosse is easier than you might think. Your player doesn’t need prior experience, and you don’t need to buy everything before they’ve decided they love the sport
WHEN CAN MY CHILD START
Any time of year, and at any age. FMLA offers opportunities for players to get started throughout the year, whether they are brand new to lacrosse or ready to join an established program.
Our developmental season runs September through November, giving new and returning players a chance to learn, build skills and gain confidence. The competitive youth season runs February through April, while high school competition runs January through May. Youth players can also continue developing their skills through summer skills clinics in May and June.
Throughout the year, we offer Try Lacrosse clinics for players who want to pick up a stick, learn the basics and see what the game is all about.
WHAT DO WE NEED
You don't need a full set of equipment to get started. For Try Lacrosse clinics, FMLA provides the sticks and equipment players need to participate.
Once your player joins a team, equipment requirements vary by age and whether they play boys' or girls' lacrosse. Your program will provide specific information about what your player needs and where to get it.
Not sure what to buy? Don't worry. We can help you get the right equipment without buying more than your player needs.
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Many FMLA players start with little or no lacrosse experience. Coaches teach the fundamentals and help new players learn the game alongside their teammates.
There’s no need to know how to play before you start.
That’s what practice is for!
READY TO GIVE IT A TRY?
The best way to find out if lacrosse is right for your player is to pick up a stick and give it a shot.
