MYL has been busy fielding many of your questions, so we thought we would provide you with the answers to many of the following frequently asked questions.

Why does MYL open registration in the fall/winter when it is a spring sport?

• Our league Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse requires MYL to register teams in January.  
  • MYL needs to know how many athletes are interested in playing to determine how many teams to create at each level.   
  • Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse does this so they can create their respective game schedules.  
• MYL needs to order uniforms.  Spring is an extremely busy season for uniform manufacturers.  They are making uniforms for Baseball, Soccer, and Lacrosse.  We need to have our uniform order in no later than the middle of February.  If we do not, we will not have uniforms before the first games in April.  There is a 6 week lead time on uniform orders.

If there are enough late registrations to form an additional team, why not just enter another team to the league?

• Unfortunately, because Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse coordinates the scheduling of 300-400 teams, adding another team at any level after the game schedule has been built is not a possibility.  So, as a result, if we have late registrations, we end up with a large number of athletes on each team and in some cases a waiting list. 

How long is the season?

• Lacrosse season runs March (indoor turf pre-season practices) through June. 

If I have questions, or need assistance, how do I contact you/find pertinent information?

• EMAIL: Registrar@milfordmayouthlacrosse.com
• Website: www.milfordmayouthlacrosse.com

How are the teams formed? Are there A and B teams?

• If there are 2 teams for one level i.e. U15, the rosters are split evenly. We do not have A & B teams. We will have 2 balanced teams.

How can I register for the Medway/Milford Boys Select team?

• Tryouts will be held for the Select teams. Players registered for the U13 and U15 boys teams will be invited. Players that make the select team will be sent a link to register and pay for the select team.

How can I register for the Medway/Milford Girls Select team?

• Tryouts will be held for the Select teams. Players registered for the U13 girls teams will be invited. Players that make the select team will be sent a link to register and pay for the select team.

Is there a registration deadline?

• Yes.  Registration is on a first come first serve basis.  Registration will remain open through December 31st.  Once we have enough player to field a team we will go to a waitlist until we can determine if there are enough players to field an additional team at that level.  Players on a waitlist will be notified beginning of February if they will get a sport on one of our team.  Players registered after the deadline may not receive their uniform for the start of the season.

How do I register?  

• Boys and Girls Lacrosse Grades K-8 can register online.
  • K-2 LTP (Learn to Play) Clinic: Co-Ed Fees: $40 
  • L12, L34, L56, L78 Classic Boys and Girls (grades 1-8)  Fees: $240 (this includes the Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse Fee and our Indoor Winter Skills Sessions) 

What does my registration fee pay for?    

• MYL fees include ($200): pre-season indoor turf practices, in-season practices, games, equipment (first aid kits, balls, nets, goalie equipment, etc), coach education, certified referees, league fees and a year-end jamboree.
• Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse Membership ($40): Player insurance

What doesn’t my registration fee pay for?

• Uniform
• Personal equipment 
  • Boys: colored mouth guard, stick with boys pocket, helmet, shoulder pads (must meet ND200 standard), arm pads, lacrosse gloves, protective cup and cleats* 
  • Girls: colored mouth guard, stick with girls pocket, SEI Certified goggles (ASTM Standard F3077), cleats* 

        *For younger or new to the sport athletes, soccer cleats are sufficient.  Baseball/Softball cleats are not.  Lacrosse specific cleats have more ankle support and are recommended.

What is the time commitment?

• Select players will typically have at least one additional practice and game per week - usually on a weekday night - with no games or practices on Sundays.  At the end of the season there will be a playoff tournament. 

What are the requirements for playing?

• Select players are required to participate in the town’s Mass Youth Lacrosse program.  All boys and girls who are a part of our standard Mass Youth Lacrosse program are eligible, though not guaranteed, for participation in the select program.  All select players must have an intermediate or higher level of playing ability for their age group.

How do I register for the Select program?

• Players MUST register through the Medway Youth Lacrosse website.  The registration information will be shared once it has opened.  There is no cost to register.  By registering your child is showing interest in participating on a select team.  It is not a guarantee that they will be selected.

How will the team be selected?

• The team will be selected based on coaches input and if necessary, try outs.  While we dislike cutting players there are limits based upon the requirements listed above. The program therefore reserves the right to cut or otherwise limit the number of players on a team.

How will playing time be determined?

• Playing time will be decided by the coaches.  There most likely will be unequal playing time.

What about playing other spring sports?

• Players are free to play in any other activity they choose. We understand that not everyone will be able to make every practice and game, but there is an understanding that for players on the select team, lacrosse will be a priority on conflicting spring sports schedules.

What will the program cost?

• Registration for 2020 Select Season is estimated at between $150-$180

What types of payment do you accept?

• We accept credit cards through our online registration system.  We offer two options for payment.  
  • Pay in Full at time of registration ($240)
  • Pay in two installments ($120 due at registration and $120 due February 1st)

How do I know if I successfully registered and paid for my child?

•   To be sure your child is successfully registered, log into your account on the MYL website to check your registration status.   

Who should I contact if I am unable to make the full payment at the time of registration?

• Please contact us at registrar@milfordmayouthlacrosse.com.  No child will be denied because of financial hardship.   

Who NEEDS to purchase a uniform? 

• Anyone new to the program: U9, U11, U13 and U15 (GRADES 1 - 8).

Is a uniform included with my registration fee?

• No.  All NEW players to MYL must purchase a uniform through the MYL Uniform store.  Historically, the online store opens in end of January.

Do I get to select a uniform number?

• No.  Your child will be assigned a number and that will be his/her number for the duration of his/her time with MYL.

My child played last year and the uniform still fits, do I need to purchase a new uniform?

• No.  

My child lost or out grew their uniform, can I order a replacement. 

• Yes, anyone looking to replace a uniform (jersey, shorts or Skort and Shooter can be purchased separately) can do so through the online uniform store.
  • Do I have to provide the store with my number? 
    • No, MYL assigns your number and maintains it for all future uniform purchases.

My child did not play last year, do I need to purchase a uniform?

• Yes.  An email will be sent as soon as the MYL apparel store opens for uniform purchase.  The online store will only be open for a short period of time.  

My child has a uniform, but it doesn’t have his/her name on it, can I have the name added?

• No. If your child’s uniform doesn’t have a name on it, you need to purchase a new uniform and return the loaner uniform back to anyone in MYL when the season starts.

What if I miss the uniform order deadline, will my son/daughter get a uniform?

• We have a small set of loaner uniforms in various sizes.  These must be turned back in at the end of the season.

Will you ever change the uniform style?

• We are considering a LOGO change in the near future.   

Who DOES NOT need a uniform? 

• Learn to Play (LTP).

What equipment is needed for Learn to Play and Try Lacrosse Clinics?

• No lacrosse equipment is needed or our Learn To Play (LTP) or Try Lacrosse Clinics.
• We will provide lacrosse sticks to use during the clinic. You are welcome to use you own. If after a few clinics your child is enjoying lacrosse, we do encourage purchasing your own stick to continue using at home. You can ask any of our coaches for stick and/or store recommendations. 
• We use soft lacrosse balls during these clinics to reduce the risk of injury without helmets and goggles. 
• We recommend bringing a full water bottle and wearing sneakers (soccer or football cleats can also be used but are not required).

What equipment is needed for Spring Classic/Select Leagues?

• For boys, boys field lacrosse equipment is needed. This includes: boys stick/crosse, helmet, mouth guard, shoulder pads (must meet ND200 standard), arm pads, lacrosse gloves, protective cup, and cleats.
• For Girls, girls field lacrosse equipment is needed. This includes: girls stick/crosse, goggles, mouth guard. 
• View More information:  https://www.usalacrosse.com/equipment

Where can I purchase equipment locally?

• Lacrosse Unlimited - Franklin
• Hit the Net Sports - Acton
• Dicks Sporting Goods
• Play It Again Sports

Where can I purchase equipment online?

• LAX.com
• Lacrosse Unlimited
• Lacrosse Monkey
• Signature Lacrosse
• Dicks Sporting Goods
• Every Sport For Less
• Powell Lacrosse
• etc.

MYL is 100% volunteer run and we are looking for volunteers for Events, Fundraising, Coaching and Board Members.  
Please let us know if you can help.