Our Mission: To provide a safe, healthy and enjoyable opportunity for young athletes to learn and compete in the game of boy's lacrosse.  There will be opportunities for players of all abilities to participate with others of similar skills in all age groups.

Programs Offered: Primary Spring Outdoor Program (from March to June) entering varying levels of competition.  

Eligibility: CYLAX programs are only available to residents of Tredyffrin & Easttown Townships. Should you reside outside of Tredyffrin & Easttown, you should seek access to the program that serves your township.

Spring 2012 Program Registration:  Registration is open from November 15, 2011 to January 16, 2012.  Those registering after January 16, 2012 will be put on the waiting list and will be placed on teams only if space permits.

Online Registration is the only way to register your son for CYLAX.  If you want to talk to a Program Director, Coach, or Board Member before registering or if you need to be guided through the registration process, please send an email to info@cylax.com and we will contact you.  A link to our Registration Form is available starting November 15, 2011 at www.cylax.com.  Online registration requires health insurance information and a credit card. For new players or any players who did not participate last year, a copy (that we keep) of your child’s birth certificate must either be mailed as a PDF file to info@cylax.com or mailed to CYLAX, PO Box 1325, Southeastern PA  19399 by February 5, 2011.  Reasonable substitutes for birth certificates include passports, baptismal records, school records, etc; so long as they contain both the child’s name and his date of birth). 

Registration is not considered complete until all paperwork has been received.  CYLAX is sensitive to families who would otherwise not be able to participate due to financial hardships.  CYLAX values the participation and is able to offer financial assistance to these players.  If you are in this situation, please do not hesitate to contact Steve Friedman, CYLAX President, directly and confidentially at stevef1@verizon.net.

Finally, running CYLAX is an expensive proposition and we are grateful to the many fine individuals and companies who have supported us financially in the past.  Please sponsorship or a donation to our organization during the registration process.

The following SPRING 2012 PROGRAM SUMMARY contains registration fee information, a description of the levels of play, expectations for those trying out for and A level team, and importantly, information on how players are grouped into divisions.  Please be sure you know the division your son should be assigned to before registering.

Division Assignments:

Players are not permitted to play up (or out of the age group, i.e. U13 playing as a U15 player) without CYLAX Board approval.  Conversely, no one may play down in a division for which they are not age eligible. Any questions should be directed via email to Steve Friedman at stevef1@verizon.net .

U15 Travel (Under 15):

7^th, 8^th, and 9^th graders (Birthdates from 9/1/1996 to 8/31/1998 - cannot turn 15 years old before 8/31/2011).  Registration Fee = $210.  

We will field a number of A and B Division teams as necessary based upon enrollment and skill level.  All teams will travel and compete within the Chester County Lacrosse Association.  Age eligible 9^th graders may not play for both CYLAX and their high school.  Age eligible 7^th graders who meet the U13 age requirements are to sign up for the U-13 division. U15 players typically have one or two practices and two games each week (usually on Thursday and Saturday). 

U13 Travel (Under 13):

5^th, 6^th, and 7^th, graders (Birthdates from 9/1/1998 to 8/31/2000 - cannot turn 13 years old before 8/31/2011).  Registration Fee = $210.  

We will field a number of A, B , and C Division teams as necessary based upon enrollment and skill level.  All teams will travel and compete within the Chester County Lacrosse Association.  The C Division teams will have a greater emphasis on skill development.  U13 players typically have one or two practices and two games each week (usually on Tuesday and Saturday). 

U11 Travel (Under 11 Travel):  

4th & 5^th graders (Birthdates from 9/1/2000 to 8/31/2002 - cannot turn 11 years old before 8/31/2011). Registration Fee = $190.  

We will field a number of A and B Division teams as necessary based upon enrollment and skill level.   The teams will travel and compete within the Chester County Lacrosse Association.  U11 Travel players will have one or two practices per week and as many as two games each week (usually on Wednesday and Saturday).  Additionally, there will be 2-3 tournaments.  U11 Travel players are expected to make all practices and games.  Players registering but not chosen for U11 Travel will be assigned to U11 house.

U11 House (Under 11):  

4th & 5^th graders (Birthdates from 9/1/2000 to 8/31/2002 - cannot turn 11 years old before 8/31/2011). 

Registration fee = $160.  

Players are divided into as many balanced teams as necessary based on enrollment.  All teams will play a House League, i.e., CYLAX teams only format emphasizing coaching and skill development. There will be no travel team play.   The typical U11 schedule consists of a group Skills and Scrimmage session on Monday evenings, one practice during the week, and a game on Sunday afternoon.  We will finish the season on Sunday June 5 with a play day on the turf at Teamer Field at Conestoga High School.  CYLAX will field a few post-season tournament teams that will be comprised of kids who have exhibited a higher skill level for their age group.  Selection will be determined by the coaches and/or via a skill evaluation session. Details to follow throughout the season.

U9 House (Under 9):

2nd & 3rd graders (Birthdates from 9/1/2002 to 8/31/2004 - cannot turn 9 years old after 9/1/2011). 

Registration fee = $140.  

Players are divided into as many teams as necessary based upon enrollment. U9 players are grouped, as best as possible by school.  Variances in school demographics from registration may necessitate that a player is grouped with others that are not from the same school, but every effort will be made to keep our youngest players with school peers.  All teams will play a House League format emphasizing coaching and skill development.  The typical U9 schedule consists of a group Skills and Scrimmage session on Friday evenings, one practice during the week, and a game on Sunday afternoon.  We finish the season on Sunday June 5 with a play day on the turf at Teamer Field at Conestoga High School. 

U7 House (Under 7):

k & 1st graders (Birthdates from 9/1/2004 to 8/31/2006 - cannot turn 7 years old after 9/1/2011). 

Registration fee = $120.  

Players are divided into as many teams as necessary based upon enrollment. U9 players are grouped, as best as possible by school.  Variances in school demographics from registration may necessitate that a player is grouped with others that are not from the same school, but every effort will be made to keep our youngest players with school peers.  All teams will play a House League format emphasizing coaching and skill development.  The typical U9 schedule consists of a group Skills and Scrimmage session on Friday evenings, one practice during the week, and a game on Sunday afternoon.  We finish the season on Sunday June 5 with a play day on the turf at Teamer Field at Conestoga High School. 

Tryouts:  Tryouts for U15A , U15B, all U13 teams, and the U11 Player Evaluations are tentatively scheduled for February 25 & 26 2012.  Details will follow via email and on our website.  All “A” level and the U11 Travel players are expected to make a commitment to Lacrosse over other recreational and youth sport activities.  (It is anticipated that flexibility will be needed from time to time for those players involved with Middle School lacrosse/athletic teams).  Players wishing to play a travel schedule but are unable to make this kind of commitment should let coaches know that they are trying out for a “B” level travel team only.  Please note, at all levels, excessive or unexcused absence may lead to reduced playing time. 

Equipment:  All players are required to have a lacrosse stick, lacrosse helmet (hockey helmets are not allowed), shoulder and rib pads, elbow pads, lacrosse gloves and mouth guards.  New lacrosse equipment can be purchased at most sporting goods stores.  Used equipment may be available at Play-it-Again Sports in Berwyn.  Note: Any color of helmet is acceptable; however, if your child is going to play for CYLAX on a extended basis, you may be better off purchasing a black helmet.  For those interested, helmet labels showcasing the maroon Conestoga “C” can be purchased during registration. It is also highly recommended that helmets are properly fit and adjusted to insure maximum safety.

Uniforms:  Coaches will provide the league approved uniforms to players during the first or second week of practice. 

The following outlines the uniform policy for CYLAX:

-        U15, U13, & U11 Travel:  The Chester County Lacrosse Association requires CYLAX players to wear maroon colored jersey.  Players receive a CYLAX reversible no sleeve jersey and shorts that they get to keep after the season.  U15 & U13 players will also receive a performance tee or shooting shirt that will be expected to be worn as part of the uniform. Additional shorts and other CYLAX items will be available for purchase at our team online store.  Check our website at www.cylax.com for details.

-         U11, U9 and U7 House:  The U11 and U9 teams play in an internal house league.  Players receive a CYLAX reversible jersey that they get to keep after the season.  There are no restrictions on U11, U9, and U7 shorts; however, CYLAX recommends solid BLACK or the league approved shorts which may be purchased via our online team store.  Check our website at www.cylax.com for details.

Refund Policy:

-         90% of registration fee refundable for cancellations before January 16^th 2012.

-         50% of registration fee refundable for cancellations after January 16^th 2012 only if cancelling player can be replaced by a player on the waiting list.

-         Since uniforms, US Lacrosse membership, online fees, and related items are secured and paid for prior to the season, there are no refunds after February 15^th 2012.