1. Irondequoit Youth Lacrosse, Inc. – 2018 Overview
Family – Education – Lacrosse
Est. 1957

2. Content Checklist Board & Coordinators IYL Mission Statement
ROOTS of the Game
What to Expect
Goals & Principles
Website
Spring House Registration
Cost Breakdown
Timeline
FAQ’s
House vs Travel
Calendar Items
Apparel Stores
Volunteering
General Guidelines
Participant Expectations
College Scholarship Statistics
Final Reminders
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3. Board & Coordinators Board Positions: Coordinator Positions:
President – Tony DiFabio
Vice President – Craig Whipple
Treasurer – Jeremy Smalline
Secretary – Kevin Donovan
Boys Director – Andy Carey
Girls Director – Jason Mann
Operations Director – John Moore
Communications Director – Keith Nichols
Coordinator Positions:
Player Development – Bill Buttaro
Schedule Coordinator – Robert Cantabene
Promotions Coordinator – Kevin Duckworth
Apparel Coordinator – Melody Moore
NOTE: Full description of Roles & Responsibilities can be found on the IYL web site
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4. IYL Mission Statement
Our mission as an organization is to promote the game of Lacrosse and provide a safe and fun opportunity for the youth of West Irondequoit. We will emphasize the development of self-esteem, good sportsmanship, fitness, goal achievement, teamwork and skill through learning and playing the great game of lacrosse. We will encourage our athletes to be the best that they can be both on and off the playing field.
Irondequoit Youth Lacrosse, Inc. is a volunteer run section 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Thanks very much for your continued support.
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5. ROOTS of the Game
As the Irondequoit Lacrosse community (Players, Parents, Volunteers, Coaches & Board) we want to always work to respect the ROOTS of the game:
RULES: We refuse to bend/break the rules to win.
OPPONENTS: Value and recognize that a worthy opponent brings out our best, and we take a "fierce and friendly" attitude into competition.
OFFICIALS: We respect officials even when we disagree with them.
TEAMMATES: We never do anything to embarrass our team (on or off the field). We fully support and encourage all Irondequoit teams.
SELF: We live up to our standards of Honoring the Game, even when others don’t.
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6. What to Expect
Irondequoit Youth Lacrosse was formed with the purpose of providing a unique and affordable opportunity for kids to play lacrosse. We focus on strong stick skills, tough defense, unselfish play, and a high level of sportsmanship. We strive to provide a positive lacrosse environment and concentrate on doing all we can to offer the kids a club that they can grow with both athletically and socially.
The objective in this age group is to make the game so enjoyable that the kids want to play again the next season. If we can do this, we are doing our jobs as parents and coaches.
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7. Goals and Principles Team Goals & Guidelines: HAVE FUN!
Positive Reinforcement
Teamwork & Effort
Sportsmanship
Everyone plays and the coaches will try their best to have equal playing time for all.
We do not keep score and we play to get better and have fun.
We strive to keep balanced teams and not “stack” teams.
We are a team and don’t have MVP’s or “best players.”
Teams compete hard in a positive manner.
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8. Website Registration Be sure to “like” us on Facebook
At you will find the following (and more)…
Registration
Feedback Forms
News
Team Pages
Contacts
Schedules
Event Calendar
FAQ’s
Pictures
References
Registration
Be sure to “like” us on Facebook
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9. 2018 Spring House Registration
Click the REGISTER HERE NOW button on the IYL web site
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10. Spring House Cost Breakdown
Costs Included in Registration:
Insurance
Website
Flyers
Indoor
Referees
Jersey Kits
Port-o Potties
House Tournaments
Field Costs / Maintenance
Other Supplies (goals, nets, balls, cones, pinnies, goalie gear, etc.)
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11. Spring House Timeline NOTE: Many items are approximate dates 2018

12. FAQ’s What equipment do the GIRLS need?
Goggles or Women’s Helmet (must meet the ASTM Specification Standards), mouth guard – must be a visible color (no clear, no designs (ex. Teeth/fangs) or white allowed), cleats, and a Women's Lacrosse Stick.
NOTE: NO jewelry is allowed at any time during practice or games.
What equipment do the BOYS need?
Men's Lacrosse Stick, Lacrosse Helmet, Gloves, Arm Pads, Shoulder Pads, Cup, Mouth Guard, and Cleats - Football or soccer cleats are fine, no metal cleats.
Rib Guards are optional.
Are there every any rain outs or cancelations?
Lacrosse is an all weather sport, but lightning and other extreme conditions (cold, hard rain, excessive heat, etc.) will stop play. Safety is always the top concern when it comes to our players.
Games would more than likely be re-scheduled, but practice most likely would not be.
When does the season begin and how long does it last?
Training on Sundays in March
The Spring Outdoor House League season starts at the beginning of April and our season finale is usually early in June.
Practices and Games?
Practice 3 times a week until the game schedule starts. Once the season starts, there are 2 practices and 1 game per week.
Practice time is generally 1.5 hours.
Time of practice may vary form coach to coach.
Game schedules are normally released in mid April.
Directions and maps to all away games will be provided to you on the web site.
When are the Irondequoit Lacrosse jerseys handed out?
Irondequoit Lacrosse Jerseys (pinnie, shirt and shorts) are handed out sometime before the first game.
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13. More details for the Travel Season can be found on the site
House vs Travel Teams
House
Travel
No Tryouts
Players generally play all positions and playing time split equally amongst all players
Games are scheduled against other House Teams, while participating in house style tournaments against other town teams
Tryouts w/ potential cuts – players have to be present for tryout to be considered for the team
Players generally assigned to positions and playing time for players may vary
Game play is all in tournaments (schedule TBD) against a higher level of competition than House
More details for the Travel Season can be found on the site
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14. We’ll communicate other Key Calendar items as they become available
3/2 – Early House Registration Ends
3/9 – Late House Registration Ends
3/10 – IYL at the Knighthawks
4/9 – Boys Outdoor Practice Begins
4/10 – Girls Outdoor Practice Begins
4/28 – House Games Begin
5/6 – Cinco de Laxo Tournament
5/20 – Fairport Classic Tournament
6/16-17 – Irondequoit Invitational
7/4 – Fourth of July Parade
TBD – IYL Golf Tournament
We’ll communicate other Key Calendar items as they become available
2018

15. Apparel Stores
IYL Gear is for sale directly on the IYL Site. Check back for new items being added.
Seasonally, IYL works with a vendor to launch an Apparel Web Store.
The store is open for designated amount of time and will be open again for Spring (stay tuned on dates).
Please feel free to provide your feedback …things you would like to see sold, dislikes, issues, other feedback?
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16. Volunteering
We will be looking for Team Parents for each of the teams.
There will be other opportunities ed to members and posted on the Volunteering page of the site throughout the Spring.
Be sure to let us know if you have any thoughts on volunteering. Please use the Send Your Feedback button on the IYL site.
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17. Participant Expectations
Please Remember:
Be a good listener and a great encourager. Cheer everybody on the team – Young athletes learn valuable lessons by watching the behaviors and attitudes of adults.
Refrain from shouting instructions, as it might not be what the coaches have instructed.
Do not pay for goals, as this does not promote the team concept we as a club are trying to get the kids to commit to.
Mistakes will be made.  Be ready to forgive the referee or coach that makes the mistake. 
Wait 24 hours before addressing a concern to make sure the emotions are in check. 
We are all representatives of our town and each other.  Bad behavior reflects poorly on all of us.
Poor behavior has consequences, including your child’s playing time and suspension from IYL
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18. Participant Expectations
Please Note:
Grievances can be submitted by anyone who has witnessed an unacceptable action/event that is in violation of the IYL Mission, Code of Conduct and/or the ROOTS of the Game.
This includes the following:
IYL Member (parent, guardian, guest), IYL Coach, IYL Player
Opposition Coach, Player, Guest, Referee
The Grievance Committee will review and respond accordingly to all submitted forms.
We encourage your submission of the IYL Grievance Submission Form (on our website) if you witness a violation.
The Submission Form page is seen here
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19. College Scholarship Statistics
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20. REMINDERS FROM YOUR CHILD
I’m a KID
It’s Just a GAME
My Coach is a VOLUNTEER
The Officials are HUMAN
NO College Scholarships are being Handed Out Today
THANK YOU – HAVE FUN!
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21. Questions? Email us at info@irondequoitlacrosse.com 2018