What are the key features of the Orangeville Northmen Lacrosse program. How can young players get involved in house league and field lacrosse. What equipment is required for different age groups. When are the spring field tryouts scheduled for various divisions.
Orangeville Northmen Box House League: Nurturing Young Lacrosse Talent
The Orangeville Northmen house league box lacrosse program offers a fantastic opportunity for boys and girls aged 3-12 to learn and enjoy the sport in a friendly, competitive environment. With divisions catering to different age groups, the program ensures that young players can develop their skills and passion for lacrosse at an appropriate level.
2023 House League Divisions
- U5 (Soft Lacrosse): Birth years 2019 & 2020
- U7: Birth years 2017 & 2018
- U9: Birth years 2015 & 2016
- U11 & U13 Combined: Birth years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Each division has been carefully structured to provide age-appropriate training and game formats. For instance, the U5 division focuses on skill development through play, while the U11 & U13 combined division introduces modified contact rules to ensure player safety while advancing their skills.
Grading Days: Ensuring Fair Team Balance
To create balanced and competitive teams, the Northmen organization conducts grading days for players in the U9 to U13 divisions. These sessions allow coaches to assess players’ skill levels and distribute talent evenly across teams.
Equipment Requirements: Safety First in Lacrosse
Proper equipment is crucial for player safety and enjoyment of the game. The Orangeville Northmen have specific equipment requirements for each age group:
- U5 (Soft Lacrosse): Running shoes, lacrosse stick, helmet with face mask. Lacrosse gloves are recommended but not mandatory.
- U7: Running shoes, lacrosse stick, helmet with face mask, and gloves.
- U9-U13: Full equipment is required, including protective gear for body, arms, and legs.
Goalie equipment is provided for Tyke, Novice, and Peewee teams, ensuring that young players can try out different positions without additional equipment costs.
New Residency Rules: Expanding Access to House League Lacrosse
In an effort to make lacrosse more accessible, the Orangeville Northmen have implemented new residency rules for house league participation. Children can now register for any lacrosse center of their choice, regardless of their place of residence. This change allows for greater flexibility and opportunities for young players to get involved in the sport.
Friend Requests: Balancing Social Connections and Fair Play
The Northmen organization understands the importance of social connections in youth sports. While they strive to accommodate friend requests, they also prioritize creating balanced and fair teams. Players are limited to one friend request, which must be reciprocated to be considered. This approach ensures a good balance between social enjoyment and competitive play.
Volunteer Opportunities: Supporting the Growth of Lacrosse
The success of the Orangeville Northmen program relies heavily on volunteer support. Coaches, helpers, and even referees are needed to keep the program running smoothly. High school students can earn volunteer hours by getting involved, making it a win-win situation for the community and young adults looking to gain experience.
How can interested volunteers get involved?
Prospective volunteers can email [email protected] to express their interest in helping out. All volunteers over 18 must have a vulnerable sector check on file, ensuring the safety of young players.
Spring Field Tryouts: Advancing to Competitive Play
For players looking to take their lacrosse skills to the next level, the Orangeville Northmen offer spring field tryouts for various age divisions. These tryouts provide an opportunity for talented players to showcase their abilities and potentially join representative teams.
2023 Spring Field Tryout Schedule
| Division | Tryout #1 | Tryout #2 | Tryout #3 | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | Sunday Feb.26th 1-2PM | Friday March 10TH 6-7PM | Sunday March 12th 8-9AM | EIRC |
| U11 | Friday Feb. 17th 7-8PM | Saturday Feb. 25th 7-8PM | Thursday March 9th | TBA |
Players interested in trying out for these competitive teams should ensure they attend all scheduled tryout sessions to maximize their chances of selection.
The Importance of House League in Player Development
House league programs play a crucial role in the development of young lacrosse players. They provide a foundation for learning the game’s fundamentals, developing a love for the sport, and building essential teamwork skills. Many professional and high-level amateur players began their lacrosse journeys in house league programs like the one offered by the Orangeville Northmen.
How does house league contribute to player growth?
- Skill Development: Regular practice sessions and games allow players to hone their techniques in a structured environment.
- Tactical Understanding: Players learn the rules and strategies of lacrosse through hands-on experience.
- Physical Fitness: The dynamic nature of lacrosse helps improve overall fitness, coordination, and agility.
- Social Skills: Teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship are all developed through participation in house league.
- Confidence Building: As players improve and contribute to their team’s success, they gain confidence both on and off the field.
The Unique Aspects of Orangeville Northmen’s Program
The Orangeville Northmen lacrosse program stands out for several reasons, making it an attractive option for young players and their families:
What sets the Orangeville Northmen program apart?
- Inclusive Age Range: The program caters to children from as young as 3 years old, providing a gentle introduction to the sport through the U5 Soft Lacrosse division.
- Progressive Skill Development: Each age division builds upon the skills learned in the previous one, ensuring a smooth progression for players as they grow.
- Modified Rules: The introduction of no-contact and modified-contact rules in certain divisions prioritizes player safety while still teaching core lacrosse skills.
- Community Focus: By allowing friend requests and implementing flexible residency rules, the program fosters a strong sense of community and accessibility.
- Volunteer Engagement: The emphasis on volunteer involvement creates opportunities for the wider community to contribute to youth development through sport.
Preparing for Success: Tips for New Lacrosse Players
For families new to lacrosse, getting started can seem overwhelming. Here are some tips to help new players prepare for a successful season with the Orangeville Northmen:
How can new players prepare for their first lacrosse season?
- Familiarize Yourself with the Equipment: Before the season starts, ensure you have all the required equipment and that it fits properly.
- Practice Basic Skills: Even before formal practices begin, players can work on stick handling and catching in their backyard or local park.
- Watch Lacrosse Games: Viewing professional or high-level amateur lacrosse games can help new players understand the flow and strategies of the sport.
- Stay Active: General physical fitness will help players adapt more quickly to the demands of lacrosse.
- Attend All Sessions: Consistent attendance at practices and games is crucial for skill development and team cohesion.
- Ask Questions: Coaches and more experienced players are usually happy to provide guidance and answer questions from newcomers.
By following these tips, new players can enter their first season with confidence and be ready to make the most of the Orangeville Northmen lacrosse experience.
The Future of Lacrosse in Orangeville: Growing the Sport
The Orangeville Northmen program is not just about developing individual players; it’s about growing the sport of lacrosse in the community and beyond. By providing a strong foundation at the house league level and opportunities for advancement through rep teams, the Northmen are helping to secure a bright future for lacrosse in Orangeville.
How is the Orangeville Northmen program contributing to the growth of lacrosse?
- Early Introduction: By offering programs for children as young as 3, the Northmen are introducing lacrosse to potential lifelong players and fans at a very early age.
- Skill Development Pathway: The structured progression from house league to rep teams provides a clear pathway for players to advance their skills and potentially pursue lacrosse at higher levels.
- Community Engagement: Through volunteer opportunities and flexible registration policies, the program encourages wider community involvement in the sport.
- Adaptable Programs: By modifying rules and equipment requirements for younger age groups, the Northmen make lacrosse more accessible and enjoyable for beginners.
- Competitive Opportunities: The spring field tryouts offer talented players a chance to compete at a higher level, potentially inspiring others to elevate their game.
As the Orangeville Northmen continue to refine and expand their programs, they are not only developing skilled lacrosse players but also fostering a love for the sport that will help ensure its popularity for generations to come.
Box House League
2023 Northmen Box House League
2023 House League Registration is CLOSED!
Please stay tuned to our social media for some great off season development opportunities.
Overview
The Northmen house league box lacrosse program is geared towards boys and girls ages 3-12 years old that want to learn the game of lacrosse in a friendly competitive environment.
Lacrosse Season
Grading Days
All players U9 – U13 are encouraged to come out to our Grading Days:
U9 Monday, April 17th 6pm-7pm Alder Red
U11/13 Monday, April 17th 7pm-8pm Alder Red
Players should come with all required equipment and ready to play.
Players will be run through a series of drills to determine their skill level. This will allow for us to construct teams that are balanced, fair and competitive.
2023 Divisions
U5 (Soft Lacrosse)
- Birth years 2019 & 2020
- 30 minute program based on learning skills through play, making friends and having fun!
- We are pleased to be able to offer this program at no cost thanks to subsidies from the Ontario Lacrosse Association and our Canadian Tire grants. Spots are limited.
- Saturday mornings : Players will be assigned to one of two sessions (9:15-9:45 OR 10:00 to 10:30) . Program will be run at the Lions Outdoor Sports Pad on Diane Dr. Beginning on May 6th and running until June 3rd (5 weeks) with a rain date of June 10th.
U7
- Birth years 2017 & 2018
- 30 minute practice and 30 minute game once a week (1 hour total)
- Games played in the 3 on 3 format using smaller nets, Swax Lax balls, and a reduced playing space
- Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm (arena locations to be confirmed)
U9
- Birth years 2015 & 2016
- 45 minute practice and 45 minute game once per week (1.
5 hours total) - New this year NO CONTACT rules to help new players to feel more comfortable as the learn the game.
- Monday nights 6:00 – 7:30pm (Arena locations to be confirmed)
5 hours total)
U11 & U13 Combined
- Birth Years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
- Teams will include a balanced number of U11 and U13 players
- 45 minute practice and 45 minute game once per week (1.5 hours total)
- New this year MODIFIED CONTACT rules. No body checking, but instead players may use “Place and Push” with their stick in order to defend the ball.
- Mondays 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Volunteers and Coaches NEEDED!
We will need a coach for every team, please email if you are interested in helping out! Please remember that all volunteers over the age of 18 will have to have a vulnerable sector check on file.
We will also need lots of volunteers to keep things running smoothly.
High school Students can get volunteer hours too! We will need more coaches, helpers, perhaps even refs. If you know a high school aged player that need community hours please let me know!
Contact info [email protected]
Registration
Registration OPEN NOW!
A health card, passport or birth certificate will be required for first time registrants. All registrations can be completed through the website from the “Registration” page.
Hello Neighbour! New Residency Rules for House League
Children participating in house league lacrosse are able to register for any lacrosse centre of their choice, regardless of their residency. Therefore, we no longer require releases from neighbouring lacrosse centres if you are registering for house league.
*Players registered for Rep or Select teams are still required to request a player release from their home centre if they are not residing within the Orangeville bounds for lacrosse.
Friend Requests
We will try our best to accommodate ‘friend requests’, however we may be unable to fulfill every request, as we also strive to create balanced and fair teams for play. Players will be limited to only one ‘friend request’ and that request must be reciprocated in order to be accepted.
Each age group will be on the floor at the same time, in the same arena to facilitate families assisting one another with transportation.
Please forward any ‘friend requests’ to [email protected]
Equipment Required
U5 (Soft Lacrosse) – Running shoes, lacrosse stick & helmet with face mask. Lacrosse gloves are recommended, but not required.
U7 – Running shoes, lacrosse stick, helmet with face mask & gloves. (Full equipment is required for Rep Paperweight players only)
U9-U13 – Full equipment is required, please see document below.
Goalie equipment will be provided for Tyke, Novice & Peewee teams.
Men’s Field Rep
2023 Spring Field Tryout Schedule
| Division | Tryout #1 | Tryout #2 | Tryout #3 | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | EIRC | |||
| U11 |
| EIRC | ||
| U13 | Wednesday, March 22 7 – 8 PM | Sunday, March 26 8 – 9 AM | NA | Tony Rose B |
| U15 |  23rd 9-10PM |
| Wednesday March 22nd 5:30pm-7:00pm (Tony B) | |
| U17 |
Tuesday Feb 28th
9-10PM EIRC
| BM |
EIRC – Erin Indoor Recreation Center 184 Main St. Erin ON
BM – Brampton Memorial Arena 69 Elliott St. Brampton ON
Reminders All players must be registered and paid before being able to participate in Tryouts. All players must attend at least one tryout to be eligible to be selected for a team.
2023 Spring Field Lacrosse
2023 Spring Field Lacrosse Overview
- Team tryouts will take place in February & March
- Team practices to commence following tryouts
- Northmen makes every effort to ensure that Box and Field lacrosse do not have conflicting schedules
- OMFLL games U11 – U17, from April 15 to May 22 and U9 games from April 15 to May 14
- Game locations and schedule to be confirmed. Historically all U9 Games are played in Brampton.
- Registration fees will be both a Northmen Registration fee and a team fee based upon individual team costs.
Historically all U9 Games are played in Brampton.
2023 Age Divisions
|
Division
| Birth Years |
Coach
|
Practices
| Games | Practice Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | 2015-2017 | Derek King | Saturdays | tbc | |
| U11 | 2013-2014 | Ben Anyon | Saturdays | tbc | |
| U13 | 2011-2012 | Matthew Hand | Saturdays | tbc | |
| U15 | 2009-2010 | Thomas Witte | Sundays | tbc | |
| U17 | 2007-2008 | Jesse Irons-Crocker | Sundays | tbc | |
2023 Spring Field Lacrosse
2023 Spring Field Lacrosse Overview
- Team tryouts will take place in February & March
- Team practices to commence following tryouts
- Northmen makes every effort to ensure that Box and Field lacrosse do not have conflicting schedules
- OMFLL games U11 – U17, from April 15 to May 22 and U9 games from April 15 to May 14
- Game locations and schedule to be confirmed. Historically all U9 Games are played in Brampton.
- Registration fees will be both a Northmen Registration fee and a team fee based upon individual team costs.
Historically all U9 Games are played in Brampton.
2023 Age Divisions
|
Division
| Birth Years |
Coach
|
Practices
| Games | Practice Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U9 | 2015-2017 | Saturdays | tbc | ||
| U11 | 2013-2014 | Ben Anyon | Saturdays | tbc | |
| U13 | 2011-2012 | Matthew Hand | Saturdays | tbc | |
| U15 | 2009-2010 | Thomas Witte | Sundays | tbc | |
| U17 | 2007-2008 | Jesse Irons-Crocker | Sundays | tbc | |
2022 Fall Field Lacrosse
Northmen are committed to providing lacrosse to all athletes and families.
The OMFLL is currently planning a traditional fall field lacrosse league this September and October.
2022 Fall Field Skills & Drills Lacrosse Overview (U5: 2018/2019)
- Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm – 6:00pm (30 min)
- September 14th – October 12th – Princess Elizabeth PS (Clara Street Fields)
- October 19th – October 26th, ODSS (Soccer Fields)
- Players will focus on building lacrosse skills
- $50/player
2022 Fall Field Skills & Drills Lacrosse Overview (U7: 2016/2017)
- Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm – 6:30pm (60 min)
- September 14th – October 12th – Princess Elizabeth PS (Clara Street Fields)
- October 19th – October 26th, ODSS (Soccer Fields)
- Players will focus on building lacrosse skills with approx. 30 min practice & 30 min game
- $75/player
- 2022 Fall Field Lacrosse Overview (REP U9 – U17)
- Team tryouts will commence in late August
- Team practices to commence following tryouts
- OMFLL games every Saturday starting September 10th – October 1st and Championship weekend on October 8 & 9th
- All OMFLL games will be hosted at Creditview & Sandalwood Park in Brampton
- Registration fees will be both a Northmen Registration fee and a team fee based upon individual team costs.
- Proof of vaccination is not required.
2022 Age Divisions
|
Division
|
Birth Years
|
Coach
|
Practices
|
Games
|
Practice Field
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U5 | 2018-2019 | Various | Wednesday 5:30 – 6:00pm | n/a | PEPS/ODSS |
| U7 | 2016-2017 | Various | Wednesday 5:30 – 6:30pm | n/a | PEPS/ODSS |
| U9 | 2014-2015 | Derek King | TBC | Saturday | OCS |
| U11 | 2012-2013 | Matthew Hand | Wednesday | Saturday | OCS |
| U13 | 2010-2011 | Ben Anyon |
Tuesday
6-7pm
| Saturday | OCS |
| U15 | 2008-2008 | Jesse Irons-Crocker | Various | Saturday | OCS |
| U17 | 2006-2007 | Paul Falkiner | Wednesday | Saturday | Various Locations Orangeville |
*OCS – Orangeville Christian School
2022 Spring Field Lacrosse
Northmen are committed to providing lacrosse to our members in 2022 within the means of the Covid-19 Guidelines of Ontario and Ontario Lacrosse Association.
OMFLL is currently planning a traditional competitive spring field lacrosse league in April and May.
2022 Spring Field Lacrosse Overview
- Team tryouts will commence in early March
- Team practices to commence following tryouts
- Northmen makes every effort to ensure that Box and Field lacrosse do not have conflicting schedules
- OMFLL games U11 – U17, from April 16 to May 23 and U9 games from April 16 to May 16
- Game locations and schedule to be confirmed. Historically all U9 Games are played in Brampton.
- Registration fees will be both a Northmen Registration fee and a team fee based upon individual team costs.
- Proof of vaccination is not required.
2022 Age Divisions
|
Division
| Birth Years |
Coach
|
Practices
| Games | Practice Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U7 | 2016-2017 | n/a | tbc | ||
| U9-1 | 2014-2015 | Adam Lorenz | Thursday | Saturday | OCS |
| U11-1 | 2012-2013 | Matthew Hand | Wednesday | Saturday | OCS |
| U11-2 | 2012-2013 | Mike Kirk | Saturday | OCS | |
| U13-1 | 2010-2011 | Blaine Burman | Friday | Saturday | OCS |
| U13-2 | 2010-2011 | Luke Coyle | Wednesday | Saturday | OCS |
| U15-1 | 2008-2009 | Thomas Witte | Friday | Sunday | OCS |
| U15-2 | 2008-2009 | Jesse Irons-Crocker | Wednesday | Sunday | OCS |
| U17-1 | 2006-2007 | Paul Falkiner | Tuesday & Thursday | Sunday | OCS |
*OCS – Orangeville Christian School
