Indoor practices start this week at Berwick Academy. PLEASE honor their parking policies. Check your team's page for specific schedules.
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Some teams are now full. If you are looking to register a boy please contact Michael Gallipo (531-9707 or michael.gallipo@gmail.com). If you are looking to register a girl, please contact Lisa Stacy (767-3290 or lmnn@stacy.net).
First- through 8th-grade: register for team play. Every child is on a team and plays throughout each and every game. That's the best way to improve and have fun.
Kindergarten or pre-school: register for MINIs on Saturday mornings. MINIs is a COED introduction to the sport of lacrosse, focusing on having fun while learning the basic skills. This 6-week program utilizes drills, small station work and activities to keep kids moving and engaged. Soft balls and smaller sticks are used. Lacrosse games are NOT played until players are able to catch, throw and move with the ball. Participants will only need a mouthguard and sneakers. Each will be given a stick, a ball, and a t-shirt. For more timid kids in the first grade: try MINIs this year. Timid covers: not sure about team play or not sure about lacrosse so hesitant to buy all that equipment. Your call.
Want more details? FAQ in the vertical menu to the left.
UNIFORMS: most players have their uniforms. Need one? Call Kristie Rowley @ 603-953-8411.
For each player, bring a $50 check, made payable to Cocheco Lacrosse.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
-For each home game, two people need to man the scorer's table to keep time and track penalties. See your coach or team manager. TIME: 1-4 times during the season (home games), 90 minutes each time.
-Team Manager: see your coach for what your team needs. This is one of those jobs that takes an hour during the week, then you're done when the season is over.
-Field maintenance: there are big parts to this and little parts. Please contact Neal Stacy to discuss your interest level and time availability. For example, line whole fields or just use spray paint to touch up the crease and mid-lines on days when we have back-to-back home games.
-Board positions: current president and secretary will need to be replaced after the season. Please talk with Micheal Gallipo or Lisa Stacy regarding these jobs. Also, we have 3 open, at-large positions to fill. Monthly meetings and whatever ad hoc or committee assignments you wish. NHYLA Liaison: monthly meetings in Manchester, then report to the board. SAYLL Liaison: occasional meetings (lots done by email); report to the board.
-Uniform distribution and/or collection: 1-2 days in April and/or June; 3 hours each time.
CARPOOL: Players who carpool get to spend a few minutes with at least one other teammate before taking the field. This feels good, but it also contributes to an esprit de corps that could otherwise be lost. Remember that many teammates aren't schoolmates -- or travel in different circles at school. Bonus for parents: one less trip!
ALUMNI: Because we are a regional program, our players go on to any of 4 or 5 high schools. Thus, Cocheco Lacrosse is represented far and wide, even before our alumni spread their wings as adults. Our youngest child is now a senior at Dover High. Each spring, whether Dover plays Oyster River, Spaulding or St. Thomas, somebody grabs a camera and hollers, "Let's take a Cocheco picture!" Win or lose, those photos have the best grins. Occasionally, a picture doesn't happen. Then, you'll see home team alumni swarm the visiting team bus to shake hands before their former teammates depart. Come build lasting friendships -- and a love for all things lacrosse.
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.
Finally, 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. We will have voting at the conclusion of the season. Our winner for 2017 was Jennifer Govoni. Please give her a high five when you see her around town.
LEAGUE POLICY: no lax balls allowed inside any house, anywhere. Avoiding windows and vinyl siding is just plain smart. Backyard sheds are available at the discretion of the homeowner. Pre-season skill sessions/league play is recommended. If not possible, use free time to play catch, practice cradling, and get in some conditioning workouts. A half-hour show is a great time to jog in place or do toe touches. All pre-season opportunities are broadcast as they come across the desk. GO, COCHECO!
The on-line store is always OPEN! Cocheco gear makes a great gift.
TO MODIFY your record: click login in the upper right corner. Enter your email address and password. Your family record will show. Use this to add or change an email address, and to register. If you need help, send your question to:
Registration or uniform refunds are handled on a case-by-case basis. USLax membership is non-refundable. Please contact our treasurer, Kris Cook @
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Financial assistance is available. Please contact Kris Cook @
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Equipment assistance is available. Please contact Neal Stacy @ hunterstacy@myfairpoint.net.
NH Lacrosse Camp GIRLS & BOYS K-8th grade4/18/2018Read full...
Camp Divisions 
Boys Day Camp
Divisions
NHYLA Grade Levels: K-2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Girls Day Camp
Divisions
NHYLA Grade Levels: K-2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
This week-long full-day camp is held at Oyster River.
For more information and to register, visit their site: NHLAXCAMP.com
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
March 10 + 11 will be the 20% sale at Dick's Sporting Goods. The sale applies to virtually every item they sell, including special orders placed in the store that weekend. Store hours are 9:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00-7:00 on Sunday. Lacrosse program reps will be available both days between 11:00 and 3:00.
The sale is for all their locations, so if you're out of town the discount is still yours to enjoy. Please follow the link below for the full ad and the coupon. Print if you want, or pin to your phone. Caveat: if the only person saying that your player needs better equipment is your player, check with a coach! There's plenty of stuff that needs to be replaced, including their smelly, too-small cleats and the last round of mouthguards.
There are two deals on the NHYLA page: click top or right margin to get a sheet of coupons. Scroll down one story to the main LACROSSE APPRECIATION DAYS for the 20% coupon. Print or pin.
Finally, on our home page is the EXCHANGE page. Please use that either for items ready for a new home or if you're in search of something. Otherwise: see you at Dick's Sporting Goods!
http://nhyla.org
Yes, there will be another weekend in April, but players' gear needs to be safe and legal for them to play in the meantime.
New Hampshire Youth Lacrosse Association (“NHYLA”) is pleased to announce it will be scheduling girls youth lacrosse officials for NHYLA League Games in 2018. If you are interested in being on the NHYLA scheduler's list of Girls Officials for 2018 NHYLA League Games (and/or scrimmages), please register with NHYLA: https://goo.gl/forms/UhVMHca3n8vy6AyP2.
The 2018 NHYLA League Games begin on Sunday April 8, 2018 (April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, and June 3, 2018). In addition, the NHYLA Lacrosse Festival is June 9 & 10, 2018.
Please use the link above to register as a Girls Official for NHYLA League Games in 2018. There will also be a Youth Girls Officials list published for NHYLA scrimmages and non-NHYLA games.
Find FAQ's here
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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.
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