Frequently Asked Questions

Girls 10U (3/4) Team

1. What are the goals of the 10U program?

The primary goal of our recreational 10U program is to have fun! Lacrosse is an exciting, faced-paced sport with lots of action, ball movement, and scoring. As our young players are being introduced to this fabulous sport, they will learn the fundamentals of cradling, catching, throwing, ground ball pickups (the ball spends a LOT of time on the ground as we learn to catch and throw!), shooting, and defensive positioning. Players will develop a basic understanding of the game, how to work together as a team, and build camaraderie. Coaches will not only provide players with the opportunity to learn lacrosse, but also emphasize honoring the game, themselves, and their opponents.

2. How many games does the team play and who are our opponents?

The 10U teams will have a regular 8 game season playing opponents from all over the Puget Sound area, including Tacoma, Puyallup, Bainbridge Island, Seattle, Bellevue, and Auburn, to name a few. Approximately 50% of the team's scheduled games will be home games.

3. Who will coach the program?

This is a great question! GHLA is a recreational program, which means we rely on volunteer coaches, as well as an all-volunteer board, to keep our club going. All of our current coaches began coaching when one of their children began playing lacrosse! The club supplies certification training and will work closely with new coaches to get them up and running with their team. It is exciting to learn right along side your player, so please consider volunteering to become a coach. No prior lacrosse experience is necessary. If you are interested in coaching, please contact our Girls Youth Athletic Director at [email protected] for more information. In addition to coaching, there are many other opportunities for parents to become involved such as assistant coach, sideline manager, timer, scorekeeper, field liner, and team parent. Each of these roles provides a chance to learn more about the game and be close to the action!   

4.  When does the program begin and end?

The 10U team will start practicing the last week of February. Practice location and times won't be available until mid-February, but players can expect to have two 1.5 hour practices per week. Games will begin mid-March and run through the first weekend in June. All 10U players are expected to play in the end of season jamboree/tournament. 

5. What equipment do players need?

The following equipment is required of each female player:  

• Lacrosse Goggles - Required (supplied by player) 
• Lacrosse Stick - Required (supplied by player)
• Mouth Guard - Required (cannot be white, or clear) (supplied by player)
• Gloves - Optional
• Outdoor Cleats - Required (supplied by player)
• Reversible Game Day Jersey - Required for Games (purchased separately through team store by player to keep) 
• Game Day Kilt - Required for Games (purchased separately through team store by player to keep)
• Reversible Mesh Practice Pinny - Required for practices (purchased separately through team store by player to keep)  
• Players without required equipment will not be allowed to practice or participate in games.