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Lacrosse Camp

For Grades 3-8

Boys: Monday - Friday, July 11-July 15 

9:00-12:00

Girls: Monday - Friday, July 18-July 22 

9:00-12:00

Fee: $185

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Learn or improve your lacrosse skills in this five-day camp with local coach John Long. The ‘fastest game on two feet,’ lacrosse is the oldest team sport in North America and was originally played by Native Americans. Players will work on skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship with scrimmages at the end of each day.

This camp is designed for both beginners and seasoned lacrosse players. Players will be grouped by skill level and mentoring will be used to benefit the new and the skilled in this fun, positive environment.

Skills to be covered include:

• Cradling
• Passing
• Throwing
• Body Positioning
• Shooting
• Ground Balls
• Live Game Positioning and Strategy (Defensive and Offensive Set-ups)
• Rules
• Goaltending (Angles and Stick & Body Positioning for those interested in being in goal)

About the Coach

John Long, head coach, serves on the Board of Directors of the Litchfield Hills Youth Lacrosse Association and is an 8th-grade English teacher. He has coached both boys andgirls and hopes to interest many more local children in this sport.

In the event of inclement weather, campers will play in the Washington Montessori gym. Water and snack will be provided.

Required equipment