2009-2010 MIDDLE SCHOOL LACROSSE LEAGUE

Winter Session  League Rules      Waiver Form

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The Far Post is excited to announce its fourth Indoor Lacrosse League (the “Far Post League”). This year represents a watershed in terms of opportunity for players to develop their skills on the facility’s signature “touchline” fields (no rinks or boards).

Middle School DIVISIONS

  • 5/6th grade league (if possible 5th & 6th will play as separate leagues)
  • 7/8th  grade league (if possible 7th & 8th will play as separate leagues)

Middle School LEAGUE DETAILS

  • Saturday games range from 2:30 PM – 9:51 PM
  • Start Date: NOV 28, 2009
  • Eight – 45 minute games
  • You will have one bye during the 9 week period
  • week 1 - Nov 28, 2009
  • week 2 – Dec 5, 2009
  • week 3 - Dec 12, 2009
  • week 4 – Dec 19, 2009
  • week 5 – Dec 26, 2009
  • week 6 – Jan 2, 2010
  • week 7 – Jan 9, 2010
  • week 8 – Jan 16, 2010
  • week 9 – Jan 23, 2010

 DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS NOVEMBER 14, 2009

ADMINISTRATION:

  • Middle School League Total cost is $1225

  • Multiple team discounts: 2 teams $1150 is per team; 3 teams is $1100 per team

  • $500 deposit required to hold your spot on the schedule.

  • Send deposit immediately with registration form.

  • We cannot hold spots without a deposit.

  • The balance must be paid with one check made to The Far Post.

  • Your balance is due by your first game - November 2

  • Teams on waiting list will be given opportunity to play if payment is not received in full by this date.

  • All checks made to “THE FAR POST”

  • Bring your own reversible team jerseys – jerseys, tanks, t-shirts will not be provided

  • Arrive at least 20 minutes prior to game time; be ready to play at designated time. 

  • The Far Post reserves the right to end a game early to stay on time if teams arrive late.

  • All teams are expected to play when assigned. Since we are playing 5v5, the expectation is that all teams will be able to field a team each week. If you are going to miss a game, you must alert League Director Scott Growney at least 48 hours in advance so a substitute can be found – please contact Scott at sgrowney@comcast.net

    NEW RULES for Middle School:

    • Games will be increased to 45 minutes, running time.
      • Discounts will apply to multiple team entries (see below)
      • The playing surface is smaller (60’ x 130’ – though still the largest touchline fields around), so the rules will be modified to give kids the chance to exploit the space they have and accelerate the pace of play. 
    • Minimal contact:  Strict emphasis will be placed on enforcing a minimal contact rule – the focus will be on developing stick skills, ball movement, off ball movement.  Stick checks are permitted but body checking is not permitted (ideally - basketball with sticks).  Physical and aggressive play will potentially result in expulsion/suspension.  We want all players to play “whistle clean” and honor the great game of lacrosse.  We don’t care who wins the game, our goal is provide an opportunity for development.
    • No over and back rule (except in the last 2 minutes; applies to team in the lead) – this will encourage use of the whole field at all times
    • Play will be 5v5 (including goalie)
      • Goalies will be encouraged to be part of the offense and will have a chance to improve their stick handling skills; no more watching the play, they are expected to be part of it!
    • 1 Long Pole:  No more than 1 long sticks permitted on the field (this will promote safety, require better body position on defense and permit defensemen to improve stick handling and defensive skills using shorter sticks)
    • 2 Players Back:  2 players must remain in the back court at all times or the team will be offside.  This will make for a robust 3v3 game when the ball is in the offensive end, with outlet passes optional to the defensive end.
    • Minimum 3-Pass Rule – teams must complete 3 passes before the ball is “hot” and eligible for a shot
      • this will place an emphasis on stick protection, ball movement, off-ball movement and development of take away skills
      • the rule should also give the goalies a measure of reprieve relative to the shooting galleries of the past
      • Passes to/from goalies do not count – this will encourage use of the goalie as an outlet, promoting development of quarterbacking skills.
    • 10 Second Hold Rule to promote “Speed Ball” - players may not carry the ball for more than 10 seconds in the discretion of the official.
      • This will encourage ball carriers to look for help and move the ball
      • This will also encourage off-ball movement and promote better talk and cover skills on defense.
      • This will also accelerate the pace of play, up and back.
        • No Timeouts (time only stops on injury in the discretion of the official)
        • All Substitutions on the Fly (through substitution box only)
        • Face-off to start the game only; goalie will put the ball in play after every goal to maximize playing time and for work on outlets, clearing and riding; official’s whistle will re-start play.
        • No overtime
      • We will assess the rules in the first few weeks and will welcome feedback from the coaches.
      • Games must start on time – please have your teams geared up and ready to go as soon as previous game is over ASAP.  5 minutes between games, we want teams to have a few minutes of warm up before games.
      • Please also the see “League Rules” for more information.
  

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