KAges 5 to 7
Lax Kids
The soft-toss introduction for boys and girls together. Catching, throwing, cradling and scooping, with cone drills and simple games. A starter stick is included.
1·2Rookie League
1st and 2nd grade
An entry-level, in-town instructional program played with traditional lacrosse equipment. Players practice catching, throwing, cradling and shooting, then put it to use in small-sided games.
The group meets once or twice a week for a combined practice and small-sided game session.
- In town
- 1 to 2 sessions a week
3·4Home and away
3rd and 4th grade
Home and away games against other clubs, played for fun. The aims are steady development of basic skills and sportsmanship, and equal playing time for every player. Teams may also get the chance to play in tournaments.
- Equal playing time
- Club uniform
5·6JGLA travel
5th and 6th grade
The team plays in the JGLA travel league, home and away, and enters tournaments. The travel division is a more skilled level of play against competitive teams, and players learn additional skills and game strategy alongside good sportsmanship.
Playing time is determined by commitment and attitude, at the discretion of the coaches. Coaches may split a larger roster into squads so everyone plays, and depending on registration numbers the club may hold tryouts to form A and B teams.
- Travel league
- Tournaments
- A and B teams possible
7·8JGLA travel
7th and 8th grade
JGLA travel league play, home and away, plus tournaments, at a more skilled and competitive level. Players add skills and game strategy while good sportsmanship stays the standard.
Playing time is determined by commitment and attitude, at the discretion of the coaches. Depending on registration numbers, the club may hold tryouts to form A and B teams.
- Travel league
- High school prep
- Tryouts possible
KitEquipment
What goes
in the bag.
Every player from 1st grade up brings their own equipment to practices and games.
- Girls-style stick
- Eye guard (goggles)
- Mouthguard
Girls uniform refresh, 2027 season
Every player in grades 3 through 8 needs a uniform: a skirt or kilt and a top, about $75 and bought separately from registration. If last season's uniform still fits, there is nothing to buy. The club emails families when the uniform store opens.
JGLARules and information
Know
the game.
Cranford girls youth lacrosse is a member of the Jersey Girls Lacrosse Association. USA Lacrosse publishes the rules and safety guidance for girls youth and high school play.