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Summer Lacrosse Camp

Lacrosse Camp

Ages: Grades 3-8

Dates for Boys: Monday- Friday, June 28 - July 2

Dates for Girls: Monday-Friday, July 12 - July 16

Time: 9:00 – 12:00

Fee: $175

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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 both beginners and more experienced players in this fun positive environment. Head Coach, John Long will be assisted by other coaches and varsity players.

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, started playing lacrosse in the sixth grade, becoming a goaltender for Taft School and Lafayette College. Currently an eighth grade English teacher at Thomaston Middle School, John serves on the Board of Directors of the Litchfield Hills Youth Lacrosse Association. He has coached both boys and girls, loves the game, and hopes to interest many more area youngsters in this sport.

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

Required equipment

BOYS	GIRLS
Helmet Stick Mouth guard Cleats (not metal) Shoulder pads Gloves Arm pads Protective jock strap Sneakers Water bottle	Eye protection Stick (no pocket) Mouth guard (not clear) Cleats (not metal) Sneakers Water bottle