LMYA Boys Lacrosse
Program Goals
Lower Macungie Youth Association Lacrosse sponsors a comprehensive program that provides a positive lacrosse learning experience and recognizes the diverse interests of the participants. The program is designed to teach the game in a progressive manner while highlighting the benefits of physical activity, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Skill development is the primary focus at an early age. This focus continues as players progress up through the various level of competition. There are different competitive levels offered to accommodate the interest and dedication of the individual player.
PLAYER SAFETY
A goal of the Lower Mac Lacosse Program is to promote player safety in everything that we do. The disussion of player safety, especially in the area of concussion, leads us to conversations about how we can better protect our players. Below is a link to a website that helps everyone become more informed about concussions and what can to be done to avoid them and treat them properly.
http://nfhslearn.com/electiveDetail.aspx?courseID=38000
The link below will lead you to a parent's learning guide
https://nfhslearn.com/home/parents
https://nfhslearn.com/courses/61037/concussion-in-sports
Rules of Play
The new youth lacrosse rules are published in various US Lacrosse media. Visit US Lacrosse for information.
Program Layout
Hello Lower Mac Families!
The LMYA Boys Lacrosse program is a charter member and participant in the Lehigh Valley Youth Lacrosse League (LVYLL). The LVYLL is dedicated to strengthening the sport of lacrosse in the Lehigh Valley and providing a safe and fun environment for all of its participants and parents.
The 2024 season is configured is by grade level.
GRADE LEVELS/DIVISIONS:
1st/2nd– This age group is non-competitive and learning- focused. The team practices 1-2 days a week. There will be travel to other youth organization parks to play games with other programs in the LVYLL. The season wraps up the first weekend in June with a round robin play-day. Full gear is required and is not provided by LMYA, see the PARTICIPATION/EQUIPMENT section for details.
*We do allow players who are in kindergarten to play on this team only after a full conversation with the coordinator. Based on the ages of this group we do not automatically recommend or allow kindergartners. Please connect with the coordinator at lacrosse@lmya.org prior to registration if you have a kindergartner who would like to play.
3rd/4th, 5th/6th & 7th/8th
LMYA’s Spring Program tries to field both competitive (A Division) and developmental (B Division) teams. Teams are first determined through pre-season evaluation. However, the pre-season evaluations does not mean the Player will not transition between teams during the season due to effort and commitment.
LMYA expectations of a competitive lacrosse player:
- Respect to all players, coaches, officials & supporters.
- Commitment &Attendance to all practices.
- Higher skill set and lacrosse I.Q.
- Encouragement through positivity.
Both divisions travel to play other programs throughout the league. All teams practice 2 nights a week.
- The A division is competitive. The season wraps up with playoffs and a championship game the first weekend in June. Teams that are eliminated will participate in a round robin play-day. Player assessments will be held throughout the February indoor sessions.
- The B division is recreational and educational. The season wraps up the first weekend in June with a round robin play-day.
PRACTICE/HIGHLIGHTS:
1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, & 7th/8th
Indoor practice time for these teams will begin in March. Location and times will be released as soon as times are confirmed. Exact details will be in SCHEDULES section of Boys Lacrosse website.
1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, & 7th/8th: Outdoor practices for ALL ages will start between the middle and the end of March, weather permitting. Practices for the 2025 season will be at Spring Ridge Crossing Park. The practice schedule for each division will be listed on each team's TeamSnap page.
League games will begin the final weekend of March or first weekend in April. Games are usually on Saturdays and the times do vary from week to week. Some games can occur on Sundays (especially in the beginning of season) and can sometimes a weekday game is possible.
REGISTRATION:
2025 Registration dates are officially set.
Early registration opens December 30th and runs until January 25th.
Provisional registration runs from January 26th through February 14th.
No registrations after February 14th because team counts are required to the league on 2/16/25.
Our program is only as strong as our VOLUNTEERS! We have lots of opportunities for you to use your skills and talents. Help support the program, any amount of time you can give is helpful.
Volunteers are needed throughout the year to plan, administrate and execute the program. If you have not contacted us yet and would like to help in any capacity, please contact Joshua Miller at lacrosse@lmya.org.
COACHES - If you are interested in coaching in any capacity please CLICK HERE to review our Background Check Policy. Click on the links in the PDF and you will be taken to the websites to begin your clearances. Clearances must be completed prior to the start of the season.
All coaches must register their clearances on TeamSnap by CLICKING HERE.
If you would like coaching support, we can schedule a coach’s meetings/clinic prior to the season in addition to offering fully paid tuition at the US Lacrosse level one coach’s certification course (one day course). If you are interested, let us know lacrosse@lmya.org.
We are very excited with the promise of the new season and for another fun year! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
LMYA Boys Lacrosse Coordinator - Joshua Miller
lacrosse@lmya.org
WAIVERS
EQUIPMENT
All four boys lacrosse divisions (1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th) offered by LMYA are full gear and require a lacrosse helmet, mouthguard, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, protective cup, and lacrosse stick.
US Lacrosse recently published an Equipment Fitting Guide to help provide first-time buyers, parents and players with suggested guidelines in purchasing equipment. Designed to help both the boys’ and girls’ youth player, the guide explains how lacrosse equipment should feel when properly worn. Photographs and descriptions for both field players and goalies are featured. DOWNLOAD GUIDE.
SPECIAL NOTE: Beginning on January 1, 2022, a new safety rule has been enacted for all youth lacrosse players by US Lacrosse requiring every player to have shoulder pads and/or goalie pads that meet NOCSAE safety standard ND200. ND200 is a redesign to shoulder pads that have extra padding and a redesign that protects players from serious injury if there is any blunt force to the chest. This is something that cannot be ignored because any player who does not have these new pads will not be allowed to participate in practices and games.
- Below are two links, an article about why the change and the other is an FAQ US Lacrosse created. These layout why the change is occuring.
- Go to Dick's or another sports store that sells pads and try on a set to size out your son before ordering online. Online stores are still usually cheaper than buying in person at Dick's or other local stores. Here a list of some good online lacrosse stores:
sportstop.com
lacrossemonkey.com
lacrosseunlimited.com
universallacrosse.com
lacrossefanatic.com
lax.com
LOCAL VENDORS:
Dick's Sporting Goods - Hamilton Crossings (Krocks Road) or Whitehall
LACROSSE ONLY VENDORS (These vendors are a further drive but have a higher selection of items in store and both offer stringing services for lacrosse heads. Lacrosse Unlimited will string on site, Universal Lacrosse is drop and pick up a few days later. If you see an item online and want to view it in person, call before driving to the store as their online inventory is massive and not always in store.)
Lacrosse Unlimited - 82 Lancaster Ave, Paoli, PA 19301
Universal Lacrosse - 800 N Easton Rd, Doylestown, PA 18902
Helmet Information
For Players 10 and Up there are two main options, One Size Fits Most (OSFM) and Sized.
- For OSFM helmets, these helmets are the most expensive but they have a wide adjustment range that allow them to be warn for years as your son grows:
- Cascade XRS Pro
- Warrior Burn X
- For Sized helmets, these are cheaper than OSFM helmets, however, please follow the sizing guides provided by the vendors and measure multiple times to make sure the proper size is purchased.
- Cascade CPV-R
- Warrior Burn
Shoulder Pad Reviews
Click HERE to review an article about best Shoulder Pads of 2024 published by LacrosseMonkey.com.
ALL SHOULDER PADS MUST MEET THE ND200 SAFTEY STANDARD AND HAVE A NOCSAE STANDARD LOGO TAG OR MARKING ON THEM.
Elbow Pad Reviews
Click HERE to review an article about the best lacrosse pads of 2024 published by LacrosseMonkey.com.
Glove Reviews
Click HERE to review an article about the best lacrosse gloves of 2024 from LacrosseMonkey.com
Mouthguard
Recommendations for beginner gear:
For 1st/2nd or 3rd/4th first time/introductory players the following items are recommended solely by LMYA because they have high safety ratings and do help players develop skills. Additionally, these recommendations are also for new families so you don't have to break the bank as you break into the sport.
STICK: Powell Lacrosse Scout - Youth Complete Stick - Great beginner stick made by a reputable lacrosse company. Helps introductory players master scooping ground balls and cradling. Stick comes ready to play out of the box and without breaking the bank. CLICK HERE to go directly to their website.
HELMETS:
For Players Under the Age of 12
- Cascade CS-R Lacrosse Helmet - Cascade helmets consistently have high safety ratings and have enough adjustment options to make the fit comfortable and safe.
- Warrior Burn Jr Helmet - Warrior has put the time in the past few year and has really developed some high quality helmets. Numerous pros recommend this brand.
- For whatever helmet you decide to go with, please check the sizing guides on Cascade's and Warrior's websites prior to purchasing
PADS: Any STX gear or Warrior Youth Pads- STX consistently has high safety ratings year after year. You can find great deals online, but I solely recommend that you go to a local vendor and have your player try on multiple pads to see which pads cover them the best and feel the most comfortable for them. Most importantly, trying on the pads at the local vendor helps you get the size correct.
For any parent who is new to lacrosse or your son has begun and you want to learn more about the gear that goes along with the sport, click HERE to see articles published by LacrosseMonkey.com.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
There are currently no training or camp options available for experienced players.
New players who have interest can sign up for the Free Instructional Clinic that will be held on January 13th.
SCHEDULES
2025 Indoor Practice Schedule
UPDATED 12/17/2025!!
March 5th (Wednesday)
3rd/4th 6 - 7:45 PM
7th/8th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 7th (Friday)
5th/6th 6 - 7:45 PM
7th/8th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 10 (Monday)
3rd/4th 6 - 7:45 PM
5th/6th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 12 (Wednesday)
7th/8th 8 - 9 PM
March 14 (Friday)
5th/6th 6 - 7:45 PM
7th/8th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 17 (Monday)
1st/2nd 6 - 7:45 PM
5th/6th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 18 (Tuesday)
7th/8th 8 - 9 PM
March 19 (Wednesday)
3rd/4th 6 - 7:45 PM
7th/8th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 20 (Thursday - Holding this time slot for inclement weather, practice may be outside)
7th/8th 8 - 9 PM
March 24 (Monday - Holding this time slot for inclement weather, practice will hopefully be outside)
5th/6th 6 - 7:45 PM
7th/8th 8 - 9:45 PM
March 26 (Wednesday - Holding this time slot for inclement weather, practice will hopefully be outside)
3rd/4th 6 - 7:45 PM
5th/6th 8 - 9:45 PM
Mondays
7th/8th Grade 5:00 - 6:30
5th/6th Grade 6:30 - 8:00 or Dusk
3rd/4th Grade 6:30 - 8:00 or Dusk
Tuesdays
Nothing because Emmaus, ACC, and every other high school has games ranging from 4 PM to 7 PM start times and many of our coaches want to be able to see their older kids or nephews and nieces
Wednesdays
5th/6th Grade 5:00 - 6:30 (Except on March 19th, that night would be 6:15 to 8:00 or dusk
3rd/4th Grade 6:30 - 8:00 or Dusk
1st/2nd Grade 5:15 - 6:30
Thursdays
7th/8th Grade 5:00 - 6:30
1st/2nd Grade 6:30 to 7:30 (if necessary)
Fridays
No practices but possible games for 5/6 A and 7/8 A
Special Schedule Notes for the 2025 Season
- There will be some day assigned as a youth day event with Emmaus HS. I have not coordinated a date with them just yet. As soon as I have it, it will be shared and outdoor practices will be adjusted.
- There will be no practice for anyone on May 1st. That is Parkland at Emmaus at 6:30 PM and ACC has a game at 4 PM. I will be encouraging all families and players to go to one of those two games to support older players/schools they will be attending.
- Based on referee shortages, there is a high likelihood when games begin on March 29th for the league that we may have games on the following Sundays (3/30, 4/6, 4/13, and 4/27)
- The end of season tournament is scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 17th at Grange Park
- There will be no games the weekend of April 19th (Easter Weekend)
- I will do everything in my power not to have games on Saturday, April 26th because there are alot of high school and college teams that have games that directly affect the majority of our coaches and families.
2025 Official Game Schedule will be released in March and on TeamSnap Team Pages.
LACROSSE ADMINISTRATION & COACHING STAFF
Program Coordinator - Joshua Miller
1st/2nd Grade
Josh Miller
Josh DeChant
3rd/4th Grade
Josh Miller
Matt Hittinger
Greg West
Seth Reed
5th/6th Grade
Andrew Lawler
Kevin Conrad
Seth Reed
John Dewhurst
7th/8th Grade
Josh Miller
Dave Lamont
Dan McKechnie
Kevin Conrad
John Dewhurst
FIELD INFO
Home fields are located at Spring Ridge Crossing Park
5586 Spring Ridge Dr W.
Macungie, PA 18062
Visit the league website for field addresses and directions for away games
https://lvyll.teamsnapsites.com/field-locations/
SPONSORS
Special thanks to our sponsors who help provide for our program's continued success
AFFILIATES
TEAM STORE
The 2024 Boys Lacrosse Team Store is currently closed. The store will be back open in January of 2024. Click on the hornet above to see all the great gear available when the store is open. All orders are scheduled to be delivered in Spring of 2024.
Order custom decals for your helmet. Click on the image above to go to laxdecalz.com and order your LMYA Hornets decals.