1. IBLA INFORMATION MEETING

2. ILLINOIS BOYS LACROSSE ASSOCIATION
IBLA is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing youth lacrosse teams with a league in which to compete with the same rules, regulations, and structure as high school leagues.
Offers teams the opportunity to play with other local teams, grouping them by region, and competing for a championship.
Adds legitimacy to youth lacrosse, helping young players to prepare for their future playing careers at the high school level.
It is our mission to raise the level of instruction, support, coaching and play for all of Illinois youth lacrosse.
Reason for starting league
History of the league
Mission of the league

3. CONFERENCES PER DIVISION
In 2017, teams were located in 32 different regions
The 2018 season, the IBLA expects to house over 37 regions
Divisions are split up by grade level, not birthdate
AGE DIVISIONS U8
Mini
(K-2nd)
U10
Junior
(3rd-4th)
U12
Minor
(5th-6th)
U14
Major
(7th-8th)
CONFERENCES PER DIVISION A B C

4. LEAGUE INFORMATION Game Officials
League Scheduling Software: - SeasonTicker will schedule games, teams choose their home and away dates in online system based on home field availability
Game Schedule: - Half of your games played at home location, other half at an away site League Website: - Site will maintain game schedules, standings, and playoff details - Can be used as a homepage for all teams
Coach & Parent Volunteer Support: - Every coach and parent volunteer will receive a certification through Positive Coaching Alliance
Playoff games
All Star Game
Insurance: - The league does not require any outside insurance
League Fees: $800 (Major, Minor & Junior); $400 (Mini)

5. IMPORTANT DATES December 14th: Board Meeting 7-9pm
February 22nd: Positive Coaching Alliance 7-9pm
March 1st: Clubs MUST have teams registered in SeasonTicker website by 10pm
March 8th: Placement Committee voting meeting 7-9pm
March 12th: Scheduling opens
April 14th: Game Season opens
June 6th: All Star game 4-9pm
June 9-10th: Playoffs