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To see what programs we’re currently accepting sign ups for, go to the sign up section.
Schedules will be posted in the schedules section.
Eligibility
Any 4th through 12th grade boy or girl who lives or attends school in Boston or Chelsea is eligible to play on a MetroLacrosse team. MetroLacrosse offers three levels of play to address both the athletic and emotional growth of our players:
- The Youth League is open to 4th, 5th, and 6th grade boys and girls.
- The Junior League is open to 7th and 8th grade boys and girls.
- The High School League is open to 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade boys and girls.
Fall Programs
Youth & Juniors Fall Season
Fall season is 8 weeks long and practices/games are on Saturday mornings. Sessions are held at either Franklin Field or Chelsea High School. A bus will take players from Chelsea to Dorchester or vice versa for practices. This is a great chance for new participants to learn the basics of the game and for returners to sharpen their skills.
Dates: September 15-November 3, 2012
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 4th-8th grade
Registration: Open for the month of August
High School Fall Season
Fall season is 8 weeks long and practices are held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each week. Two days are at Moakley Field in South Boston and the third day is an indoor practice at the MetroLacrosse office. Participants are required to get themselves to and from practice at both locations. No transportation is provided. This is a great chance for new participants to learn the basics of the game and for returners to sharpen their skills.
Dates: September 11-November 1, 2012
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 9th-12th grade
Registration: Closed
Winter Programs
Winter Vacation Camp
Spring Training is a one week program that takes place during February School Vacation week. Practices will be filled with drills and games to help players get ready for the upcoming Spring Season. Players new to MetroLacrosse are welcome to participate.
Dates: February 18-22, 2013, 1-3pm
Location: Basketball City, 35 Lomasney Way, Boston, MA 02114
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 4th-8th grade
Registration: Closed
Transportation: Transportation from Dorchester and Chelsea is subject to demand. We will be in touch to confirm details regarding transportation after we have an idea of number of players.
High School Winter Workouts
Winter Workouts is 7 weeks long and meets Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of each week. Two days are at a gym to work on strength, agility and stick work and the third day is an indoor practice at the MetroLacrosse office. This is a good opportunity for returners to prepare for the Spring Season.
Dates: January 14-February 27, 2013
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 9th-12th grade
Registration: Closed
Transportation: Transportation from Dorchester and Chelsea is subject to demand. We will be in touch to confirm details regarding transportation after we have an idea of number of players.
Spring Programs
Youth Spring Season
The 10 week spring season is the main season of play for MetroLacrosse Youth teams. Players can sign up to have their home field be at Chelsea High School or at Franklin Field in Dorchester. Practices will be held 2 nights per week with games and special events on Saturdays. Youth teams will mainly play other MetroLacrosse teams as they learn the basics of the game. Transportation will be provided for teams that are not scheduled to play at their home field.
Dates: Mandatory RESPECT Tryouts: Week of March 19th, Season runs from April 8-June 15, 2013
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 4th-6th grade
Registration: Closed
Junior Spring Season
The 10 week spring season is the main season of play for MetroLacrosse Youth teams. Players can sign up to have their home field be at Chelsea High School or at Franklin Field in Dorchester. Practices will be held 2 nights per week with games and special events on Saturdays. Youth teams will play other MetroLacrosse teams and a variety of other local lacrosse teams. Transportation will be provided for teams that are not scheduled to play at their home field.
Dates: Mandatory RESPECT Tryouts: Week of March 19th, Season runs from April 8-June 15, 2013
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 7th-8th grade
Registration: Closed
High School Spring Season
The 12 week spring season is the main season of play for MetroLacrosse High School teams. The team practices or has games 5 nights per week at Moakley Field in South Boston. Some Saturday commitments are required. The team will have one session per week in the MetroLacrosse office and participants need to be able to get both to the office and to Moakley Field. Transportation will be provided for away games.
Dates: March 18-June 15, 2013
Eligibility: Boys and girls who live or go to school in Boston or Chelsea and who are in 9th-12th grade
Registration: Closed
Summer Programs
SummerBounce
SummerBounce is an annual overnight summer program for participants entering grades 7-12 in the fall of 2013. A highlight of the MetroLacrosse calendar every year, SummerBounce features a great staff, plenty of lacrosse, and the Alpine Tower team building experience. This year SummerBounce will welcome participants and staff from cities across the country.
Dates: Week 1 – Current 5th-7th Graders, July 7th-12th, 2013 / Week 2 – Current 8th-11th Graders, August 4th-9th, 2013
Eligibility: Spots are limited and participants need to apply
Registration: Now Open
Coaches-in Training
MetroLacrosse provides employment opportunities for 10-15 teen participants through its Coaches-In-Training and MLK Summer Scholars Program . CITs are trained as coaches by MetroLacrosse staff and receive additional professional development training through the MLK Summer Scholares program. The job is 8 weeks of coaching young people at various summer camps across the city. CITs are responsible for all aspects of planning and executing sessions. In addition to coaching, CITs are required to help with several small projects throughout the summer.
Dates: TBA
Eligibility: Rising 11th and 12th graders who are current or former MetroLacrosse participants – preference goes to current Bulldogs players
Applications: Apply Now!
Summer LacrosseFIT
MetroLacrosse will provide summer day programming for 2 weeks during July. Players are welcome to sign up for one or both weeks. Each week will be open to players who have previously participated a program offered by MetroLacrosse. The days will consist of lacrosse sessions to improve the skill and fitness of participants and classroom sessions to allow the participants to explore the topics of leadership, health and nutrition, and community service. A healthy lunch will be provided to participants. Summer LacrosseFIT is a great way for kids to improve their lacrosse skills and stay active through the summer while developing strong relationships with peers and mentors through the R.E.S.P.E.C.T. curriculum.
Eligibility: Players entering 5th – 9th grade who have previously participated in any MetroLacrosse program
Dates: Week 1: Tuesday, July 16th – Friday, July 19th / Week 2: Tuesday, July 23rd – Friday, July 26th
Location: Chelsea High School | Map
Transportation will be provided to and from Franklin Field
Cost: $20/week to help offset the cost of buses and lunches)
Registration: Now Open
Skillz & Drillz
Details TBD
