.@EpochLax partners with @deBeerLacrosse to give custom sticks to girls in Harlem program
By TopLaxRecruits
TopLaxRecruits.com, Posted 12/18/134
From Press Release
Epoch Lacrosse and deBeer Women’s Lacrosse are partnering together this holiday season to give custom new sticks to 100 girls in the Harlem Lacrosse & Leadership program. Epoch will be providing their state-of-the-art Dragonfly carbon fiber shafts and deBeer will be completing the sticks with their latest Rapture heads.
“Epoch and deBeer are true ambassadors for our sport,” said Harlem Lacrosse & Leadership Senior Program Director Joel Censer. “It is amazing to see how these two very competitive companies have come together to do something special for a very deserving group of kids. Their donations will make this holiday season one all of our players will remember for years to come.”
“We are proud to be a small part of something that can change the lives of so many kids,” said Ryan Harrington, DeBeers Women’s Lacrosse. “The Harlem Lacrosse & Leadership program represents the best of what our sport can achieve when everyone works together for the greater good of the sport.”
“Lacrosse is so much more than the game itself,” said James Miceli, founder and CEO of Epoch Lacrosse. “It teaches you how to go head-to-head with your fiercest of competitors and more importantly how to respect each other when the whistle blows. We are proud to be able to assist the HLL in their efforts to give kids in the inner city the opportunity to play lacrosse and apply what they learned on the field into their daily lives.”
To learn more about HLL please visit our website at http://www.harlemlacrosse.org/
ABOUT HLL
HLL is a school-based program that operates in Harlem public middle schools. Throughout the school day, HLL employees work closely with teachers, guidance counselors and school administrators to identify and strategically recruit students who are struggling behaviorally and academically to play lacrosse. The program has seen statistically significant gains with participants boasting an average 6-point GPA increase in core classes (with an average 9.5 point increase for special education participants). Moreover, one hundred percent of HLL student-athletes have graduated on time from middle school to high school over the past four years. During that time, HLL’s participants also earned $8 million in academic scholarship offers and nearly $150,000 in summer camp scholarships.
About Gait and deBeer Lacrosse
As one of the oldest Sporting Goods manufacturers in the U.S., Gait-deBeer knows and believes in Innovation, Performance and Integrity. As far back as 1889, deBeer manufactured some of the most well-loved baseballs and softballs in the industry. In the 1980s, known as K2, the company began manufacturing lacrosse gear and would soon develop lacrosse sticks using the same alloys found in softball bats. Innovation continued in 1994, when the company teamed up with legendary player, Paul Gait, who directed the organization towards a pure performance orientation. For more information, visit GaitLacrosse.com and deBeerLacrosse.com. For the latest news and updates, find Gait Lacrosse on social media at Facebook.com/GaitLacrosse and Twitter.com/GaitLacrosse and deBeer Lacrosse on social media at Facebook.com/deBeerLax and Twitter.com/deBeerLacrosse.
About Epoch Lacrosse:
Epoch Lacrosse delivers the finest manufactured lacrosse equipment designed to increase playability and maximize performance by utilizing world-class materials and manufacturing techniques. Epoch tests and re-tests each of its designs to ensure optimal durability, playability and performance. Epoch’s goal is simple, to give players every opportunity to reach their true potential. Live. Play. Be.Visit http://www.EpochLacrosse.com to learn more about Epoch products.You can also follow Epoch on Twitter @epochlax and check out their blog at http://www.LivePlayBe.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Recreational Program – Costs & Payment Plans
Boys’ Program Costs
REQUIRED EXPENSES
- Annual USA Lacrosse membership – $15-35 (Depending on age of player)
- Registration fee depending on age: 8U $100; 10U $125; 12U $150; 14U $175
- Clay County Park & Rec Surcharge to help pay for Field Lighting – $25
- Uniform purchase fee (includes jersey and shorts – uniforms purchased for the 2022 spring season will be used for the 2023 season as well) – $45
- Player must provide their own stick & equipment.
Boys equipment includes: helmet, chest/shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, mouth guard and athletic cup.
OPTIONAL EXPENSES
- Protective Equipment rental (includes helmet, shoulder/chest pads, elbow pads and gloves – Does NOT include mouth guard or athletic cup) – $50
- Fleming Island Lacrosse helmet sticker – $10
- Boys Lacrosse Stick Purchase (Warrior EVO Warp) – $75
Payment plans are available – 50% paid upon registration, remaining payments made on 2/15.
The Registration “Frequently Asked Questions” is not currently available.
Girls’ Program Costs
- Annual USA Lacrosse membership – $15-35 (Depending on age of player)
- Registration Fee: $175 (8U/10U/12U/14U Girls Programs)
- Clay County Park & Rec Surcharge to help pay for Field Lighting – $25
- Uniform purchase fee (includes jersey and shorts/skirt – uniforms purchased for the 2022 spring season will be used for the 2023 season as well) – $45
- Player must provide their own stick, eye guard & mouthguard.
Payment plans are available – 50% paid upon registration, remaining payments made on 2/15.
The Registration “Frequently Asked Questions” is not currently available.
Financial Assistance – Player Scholarships
Financial assistance is available if needed. Please complete the Player Scholarship application below to apply.
Scholarship Application (through Fund2Play)
Spring Recreational Program – When do practices start and where are practices held?
Practices for the Spring Recreational Program (K-8) typically begin early to mid-February and run through the end of the season (typically the last weekend of April or mid-May). Practices are 2x/week and the days of the week will be selected by the individual team’s coach(es).
Practices will be held at Thunderbolt Park located at 5700 US-17, Fleming Island, FL 32003. (Located next to the Fleming Island Library).
Spring Recreational Program – When and where are games held?
The youth Boys (K-8) teams play in the North Florida Youth Lacrosse League (NFYLL). Games begin mid-March and end mid- May. Games are played at Julington Creek Plantation Park on Saturdays.
The younger youth girls (grades K-2) will participate in several fun play days throughout the season and the older recreational girls (grades 3-8) play on Sunday afternoons in the Northeast Florida Girls Youth Lacrosse League (NEFGYLL). Games are played in St. John’s County beginning in late February and end late April.
USA Lacrosse Youth Rulebooks
Lacrosse Equipment Requirements
USA Lacrosse Equipment Requirements for Girls and Boys
USAL Equipment Guide – Equipment Overview with Pictures
What equipment is required for boys?
Boys are required to have a stick, a protective helmet, a mouthpiece (color must be highly visible), gloves, shoulder pads, elbow pads and gloves. Protective cups are strongly recommended and often required. Cleats are preferred but not required. Most players wear lacrosse, football or soccer cleats.
If a player has braces, permanent retainers, etc., it may be necessary to have a customized mouth guard made by an orthodontist/dentist. Please allow 3-4 weeks for this process.
Fleming Island Lacrosse Club offers boys’ equipment rental and reduced cost stick purchase options.
My son wears glasses. Can the glasses be worn under the helmet or are sports goggles preferable?
It can be difficult to wear glasses under the lacrosse helmet in addition to the risk of damage to the glasses or player’s eyes if the glasses break. Prescription sports’ goggles are preferred by most players if contact lenses are not an option.
What equipment is required for girls?
Girls equipment includes a stick (different from the stick used in boys’ lacrosse – see more detailed information below), mouthpiece (must be a readily visible color, NOT clear or white) and protective eyewear (must meet ASTM standard F3077). Cleats are preferred but not required. Many players wear football, lacrosse or soccer cleats.
If a player has braces, permanent retainers, etc., it may be necessary to have a customized mouth guard made by an orthodontist/dentist. Please allow 3-4 weeks for this process.
Optional Girls’ Helmets for K-8:
Fleming Island Lacrosse Club (FILC) is part of the Northeast Florida Girls’ Youth Lacrosse League and we are governed by US Lacrosse. While the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has mandated the use of girls helmets in high school, US Lacrosse has not done so for any youth division in the United States. We are insured by US Lacrosse and follow US Lacrosse rules. Therefore, FILC will not require K-8 girls to wear helmets. Helmets are optional and are up to the individual player and their families. For more information, please visit the link included below regarding women’s headgear.
Stick recommendations:
Developmental (K – 2nd) – There is little need to spend a lot of money on a stick in this age bracket. Color and appeal is the most common reason a player choose a stick while price can be a reason for parents. A starter set (stick, bag and goggle) is a common option for this bracket. Starter sets typically cost $70-80. Some consideration should be given to the weight and shape of a stick. Is the weight appropriate for the player and is the shape comfortable? If a stick is too long for a player it can be cut but remember to take into account a player’s growth before cutting.
Common sticks: deBeer Impluse Pro, STX Racy, STX Lilly, Brine Allure, Brine Mizfit, Brine Pixie
Youth (3rd – 4th) – Players in 3rd and 4th will commonly play with the stick used by developmental players. A stick may have to be replaced if it was cut and the player has outgrown it. 5th grade is a common time for players to move up in stick as they have either grown and need the full length stick or their skills have improved and can benefit from the next level of stick. The ‘next level’ in stick can easily be purchased for $60-80.
Common sticks: deBeer Moxy, deBeer Apex Pro, STX Lotus, Brine Epic, Brine Karma
5th – 8th Grade – 5th or 6th grade is when most players move up in stick as they have either outgrown the stick length or can benefit from the next skill level. The weight and shaft diameter are likely to increase from those commonly used in the Developmental and Youth bracket. The strings of sticks in this bracket should be flexible and allow for a pocket to be formed that allows for catching and holding a ball. For 8th graders it is common for them to upgrade to a stick they will use in high school and may be more defined for a position. Older players in this bracket begin to recognize which sticks they like better because they allow them to catch, throw or shoot more easily.
Common sticks: deBeer NV3, deBeer Defy, deBeer Tempest Pro, STX Tilt2, STX XEN, Brine Amonte, Brine Mantra
USA Lacrosse Women’s Headgear Information and FAQ
My daughter wears glasses.
Do you have any recommendations for protective eyewear that will fit over the glasses and meet the ASTM F3077 requirements?
Yes, there are a couple of products our players have had good success in wearing over glasses in past seasons:
1. Bangerz HS-OTG Goggles Protective Eyeguard, Anti-Fog Over the Glasses Safety Goggles for High Impact Sports – Basketball, Lacrosse, Floor Hockey, Racquetball, Crystal Clear with Wide Vision (available on Amazon and other retailers) – These goggles are specifically designed to fit over glasses and offer good visibility to players.
2. STX 4Sight Pro Goggles – These goggles are ASTM F3077 approved, however they are not specifically designed to fit over glasses. These goggles tend to work for some players with small-medium sized glasses’ frames but please try them on first to make sure.
Where can lacrosse gear and equipment be purchased locally?
Bardown Lacrosse is located in The Promenade at Bartram Springs at 132 Everest Ln # 1, Jacksonville, FL 32259.