Informational Meeting Spring, 2016  Introductions  HYL Program Overview  Registration  Forms / Policies / Documents  Equipment  Concussion Awareness  Uniforms / Spirit Wear  Coaching  Next Steps / Action Items

Board of Directors  Board of Directors  Kim McCamant, President  Mike Greco, Vice President  Patti Miller, Secretary  Doug Meyer, Treasurer  Dom Saccomanno, Director Player Development, HHS Varsity Head Coach

HYL Program Overview Mission: To provide the children and families the opportunity to learn the game of lacrosse in a safe environment that provides the possibility for all players of all abilities to develop skills and game knowledge. We will emphasize sportsmanship, teamwork, fair play and respect for all and will work with the children and families, regardless of ability, in a sports setting, to foster and promote understanding in the fundamentals and the fine points of lacrosse.

HYL Program Overview  Practices: 30 total practices  Mid-late February Indoor only (location TBD)  March – June Outdoor only (Marlowe Middle School)  Games:  Regular season begins 2 nd week of April  6 – 8 Games for all age divisions  Tournaments  Pre-season: Local, all age/division (March 19 th /20 th tentative dates)  End of season: Qualifying teams and divisions will participate (usually first weekend of June)

Age Requirements and Divisions Age Division breakdown as follows: U9 - Born on or after 9/1/2006 U11- Born on or after 9/1/2004 U13- Born on or after 9/1/2002 U15- Born on or after 9/1/2000 8th grade only

League Participation  Northwest Chicago Youth Lacrosse Federation League (NWCYLF)  U9, U11, U13  Level based on demonstrated skill in February practices  Illinois Boys Lacrosse Association (IBLA)  U11, U13, U15  C – level for all age groups

Registration  Online at  Open now – Feb 15, 2016  Waitlist as needed  Program Fee $245  PayPal or Check  Indoor Pre-season Practices (4 sessions)  Outdoor Regular Season Practices (minimum 2/week)  Uniform (Reversible Jersey and Shorts)  League Costs

Forms / Policies / Documents Form: Amateur Athletic Waiver and Release of Liability Print, Sign, Submit Document: Birth Certificate – Copy, Submit Policy: Code of Conduct – Read and Acknowledge Policy: Video and Photo – Read and Acknowledge Policy: Concussion Awareness / Information – Read and Acknowledge

Required Equipment

Rental Equipment  Request rental at  Limited quantities available  Priority given to new players  Stick is not included  $60 rental fee (non-refundable)  $200 safety deposit (held until equipment is returned)  Fitting today after the meeting

Sports Injury Statistics  The ranking of most injuries in sports is very speculative, however for boys U9-U15 1.Football 2.Ice Hockey 3.Lacrosse 4.Wrestling 5.Soccer  According to the American Journal of Sports Medicine, in a study from Concussions in boys Lacrosse accounted for 20% of all injuries. Of that 20%, 75% resulted from body-to-body collisions.

Concussion Awareness  Definition: A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that changes the way the brain normally works.

Centegra and ImPACT Testing  Cognitive baseline assessment and the follow-up care necessary to provide the best possible outcomes. The full assessment takes minutes using the ImPACT test:  An online testing program used to test cognitive ability with certified impact consultants  The program measures multiple aspects of cognitive function in athletes including working memory, reaction time, speed and concentration  The combination of baseline and post injury testing helps to evaluate a student’s condition and their ability for a safe return to play – recommended for ages 10 to 18

Uniforms

Spirit Wear  Order Form online  Deadline to order: February 15, 2015

Coaching  Interested? Register online at  Experience in coaching  Experience in playing  Availability for coaches training during the pre-season

Action Items / Next Steps  Volunteering:  Team coordinators  Field coordinators  Spirit wear  Equipment manager  Registration / Payment  Rental Gear Fitting  Spirit Wear Purchase