Cocheco Lacrosse is a Dover-based youth lacrosse organization serving the towns of Dover, Rochester, Somersworth, Rollinsford, and Barrington. Our season runs from March to early June with first games generally in early April. Our programs cover boys and girls in grades K-8. Additional information about our programs by grade level can be found on the FAQ page.
We anticipate that registration for the 2019 season will open around the start of the year.
Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.
PLAYER AWARDS: Cocheco is a development program; as such, we are not all that concerned with our teams' records. Rather, our emphasis is on ensuring players improve in measurable ways each and every season. As players and as people. MVP designations are traditionally bestowed according to data. Cocheco gives recognition for contributions that can't be so concretely measured. Our Nesman and Hitchcock awards recognize the player who works hardest at improving as a player, while Heyliger winners are recognized for being the quintessential teammate. As these character traits and habits are built over time, these acknowledgments start for players in 5th grade. The awards are given in honor of 3 men who worked so diligently to establish the Cocheco Lacrosse program: Don Heyliger, Greg Nesmann and Larry Hitchcock. Coaches will discuss these concepts with their teams. Feel free to start a conversation at home. The Dover Recreation Department holds an annual Heyliger Awards dinner. As the season goes on, please watch out for those adults who go above and beyond in helping make Cocheco such a terrific program for your kids and pass your suggestions along to any of our board members. A list of past winners can be found the award tabs.
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Registration or uniform refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. USLax membership is non-refundable. Some financial assistance is available. Please contact our treasurer, Kris Cook @
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Fall Skills Clinics AND Travel Opps - GIRLS!8/28/2018Read full... This has come in from Lighthouse Lax. I am sending this to everyone in the hopes that you'll spread the word to girls who might be new to the sport and would enjoy the skills sessions as an introduction. There is also an opportunity for LOCAL Sunday tourneys this fall.
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2018 Fall Skills:
Portsmouth HS grass fields
When: Saturdays Sept 8th thru Oct 27th
(Sept 8,15,22,19 & Oct 6,13,20,27)
Click on an offering below to register:
8:30am-9:30am for 2nd thru 6th grades $125pp
Coaches~ Anna Vogt, Mary Squire & Mike Boyle
5pm-6:30pm for 7th thru 12th grades $170pp
Coaches~ Kayla O'Connor , Mike Boyle , Mary Squire, Anna Vogt
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& Local Sunday youth tournaments players can register for:
Mary Squire
Lighthouse Lacrosse Founder/Director
GIRLS must have:
Girl's stick
eye cage
mouth guard, neither white nor clear
uniform (supplied by Cocheco)
cleats
BOYS must have:
Boy's stick
Helmet
mouth guard, neither white nor clear
shoulder pads
elbow pads
gloves (with a gauntlet to protect their wrists)
protective cup
uniform (supplied by Cocheco)
cleats
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8U - Short Field Only
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10U – Short Field
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Players – 7 versus 7 of which one can be a goalie. Goals may not be upside down
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Players – 7 versus 7 of which one can be a goalie. Goals may not be upside down
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Field – 60-70 yds by 30-40 yds.
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Field – 60-70 yds by 30-40 yds.
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Halves start with draw – after goal, girl on the team that was scored on get the ball on the goal line extended, her defensive side of field. All players 4m away
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Halves start with draw – after goal, draw
Three players allowed at draw. All others to be below 8m. May not be above 8m until after possession.
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Markings – Goal Circle, Goal line, 8m arc and Center line – used as restraining line with two back (plus goalie)
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Markings – Goal Circle, Goal line, 8m arc and Center line – used as restraining line with two back (plus goalie)
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Regulation or soft ball. Eyewear required
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Regulation or soft ball. Eyewear required
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Goals – as high school 6’ by 6’
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Goals – as high school 6’ by 6’
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20 minute halves
No OT
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20 minute halves
No OT
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Two time outs per game
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Two time outs per game
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Keep Score using time keeper and score keeper at table
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Keep Score using time keeper and score keeper at table
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One Pass Rule
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One Pass Rule
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Cards are not used. Player will leave field briefly and be replaced.
NO CONTACT. Illegal, intentional or dangerous contact and unsporting conduct are major fouls and player is off field for short time and replaced.
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Carded Players leave field and serve penaltyand must be replaced.
NO CONTACT – excessive contact cardable
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One officials required, two recommended
One coach may be on the field for coaching,
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One officials required, two recommended
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Youth Rules
a. Contested ball by two players only. Third player results in ball being awarded by alternate possession
b. 1 on 1 defense only
c. 3 sec closely guarded
d. Players may not kick the ball
e. no covering allowed at any time.
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Youth Rules
a. Contested ball by two players only. Third player results in ball being awarded by alternate possession
b. 1 on 1 defense only in the midfield, may double ball in critical scoring area
c. 3 sec closely guarded
d. Players may not kick the ball
e. no covering allowed at any time
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10U – Full Field
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12U
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14U
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Players – 12 versus 12 including Goalie
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Players – 12 versus 12 including Goalie
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Players – 12 versus 12 including Goalie
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Field – Regulation.
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Field – Regulation.
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Field – Regulation.
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Markings – All Standard HS Markings –Conventional offsides
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Markings – All Standard HS Markings –Conventional offsides
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Markings – All Standard HS Markings –Conventional offsides
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No checking
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Modified checking
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Modified checking
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No Overtime, No deputy
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No Overtime, No deputy
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Two (2) three minute overtimes. Sudden Victory.
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Halves start with draw – after goal, draw. Mercy Rule Applies at 4 goals
Players below restraining line may not cross until possession is established
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Halves start with draw – after goal, draw. Mercy Rule Applies at 4 goals
Players below restraining line may not cross until possession is established
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Halves start with draw – after goal, draw
Players below restraining line may not cross until possession is established
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Regulation ball. Eyewear required
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Regulation ball. Eyewear required
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Regulation ball. Eyewear required
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Goals – as high school 6’ by 6’
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Goals – as high school 6’ by 6’
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Goals – as high school 6’ by 6’
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One Pass Rule
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One Pass Rule
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No Pass Rule
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20 minute halves
No OT
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25 minute halves
OT sudden victory
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25 minute halves, stopped time last two minutes
OT sudden victory
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Two time outs per game
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Two time outs per game
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Two time outs per game
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Two officials required for full field
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Two officials required for full field
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Two officials required for full field, one must be local rated of above.
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Keep Score using time keeper and score keeper at table
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Keep Score using time keeper and score keeper at table
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Keep Score using time keeper and score keeper at table
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Carded Players leave field and must be replaced. .
NO CONTACT – excessive contact cardable
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Carded Players leave field, team plays short 2 minutes for yellow and duration of game for red.
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Carded Players leave field, team plays short 2 minutes for yellow and duration of game for red.
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Youth Rules
a. Contested ball by two players only. Third player results in ball being awarded by alternate possession
b. 1 on 1 defense only in the midfield, may double ball in critical scoring area
c. 3 sec closely guarded
d. Players may not kick the ball.
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Youth Rules
a. 3 sec closely guarded
b. Players may kick the ball
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Youth Rules
a. 3 sec closely guarded
b. Players may kick the ball.
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4.3.2. Pass Rule (only applies to 8U, 10U, and 12U. Does not apply to 14U) One attempted pass is required after the ball and the ball carrier completely cross their respective offensive restraining line before a shot can be taken at the goal. An additional pass is not required until the ball leaves the offensive side of the field beyond the restraining line. If a shot is taken before the pass is attempted, it is considered a goal circle violation and the ball is awarded to the goal keeper.
Please read through. Copied from the USLax website, hoping to answer more questions than I create. The short of it is that headgear for girls is optional for all youth players this year; but, it is expected to be mandatory for the 2018 season. So if you buy, check that what you purchase will still meet next season's standards. Key note is that some headgear incorporates eye protection, too, so what she'll be most comfortable in over the long-term is an important consideration. Will provide more specifics asap! Lisa
Women's Lacrosse Headgear FAQs
Points of Emphasis
- The use of headgear is optional in girls' and women's lacrosse.
- Any headgear used after January 1, 2017 must meet the ASTM standard, F3137.
- The ASTM standard, F3137, is a performance standard, not a design standard.
- Product designs will likely vary from one manufacturer to another.
- Products must provide full coverage of the head.
- Products must be worn with required ASTM women’s lacrosse eyewear.
- There must be marking on both the packaging and product that states that the headgear conforms to ASTM standard F3137.
What does the standard mean?
The ASTM standard is the first-ever performance standard for women’s lacrosse headgear, developed to help reduce impact forces associated with stick and ball contact in women’s lacrosse.
Will the new headgear prevent concussions?
The headgear standard was developed to decrease ball- and stick-to-head impact force. No headgear or helmet in any sport has been proven to prevent concussions.
Is the use of headgear required?
No. Headgear remains optional in the US Lacrosse Youth Rule Book and in the USL/NFHS Rule Book.
When will this headgear be available?
Headgear products have begun to be available in the marketplace, as of September 2016. US Lacrosse has created an online listing for headgear models that have submitted a passing report in compliance with ASTM standard F3137.
What does this mean for the 2016 season?
During the remainder of 2016, both current soft headgear allowable under the 2016 rules and any headgear that meets the ASTM standard will be legal for play. US Lacrosse encourages parents, program administrators and athletic directors to contact the manufacturer of gear already purchased for information on compliance to the new standard.
Will the new headgear be soft?
ASTM standard F3137 is not a soft headgear standard and the standard itself makes no mention of the word "soft." However, the testing protocol does require that the product meets a certain flexibility to insure that players who are wearing the product do not injure those who are not.
How much will the new headgear products cost?
Products vary in cost and design. Please contact the headgear manufacturers for more information.
What will the headgear look like?
The ASTM standard requires the headgear to fully cover the head, thus precluding the use of head band type products currently used by some players. All headgear must be worn with required eyewear, and some headgear models have integrated eyewear. The standard has two options, allowing manufacturers to make their headgear with eyewear implemented or a product that is compatible with various eyewear products currently on the market.
For further inquiries, please contact Caitlin Kelley, Women's Game Senior Manager at US Lacrosse, at ckelley@uslacrosse.org.
 These require zero talent:
1. Being on time
2. Work ethic
3. Effort
4. Body Language
5. Energy
6. Attitude
7. Passion
8. Being coachable
9. Doing extra
10. Being prepared
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