Dublin Grizzell Girls Lacrosse Julie Hemmerich, Head Coach Kelley Ross, Assistant Coach
Meet the Coaches Julie Hemmerich Phone: (614) 499-3423 Email: Julie.Hemmerich@NationwideChildrens.org Kelley Ross Phone: (614) 519-2742 Email: Kelley.Keenan.Ross@gmail.com
Equipment Mandatory Women s Stick (Strings must meet regulations) Shooting strings must string through sidewalls No flat shooting strings Mouth guard (No clear) Protective Eyewear Cleats Black and white compression/under gear Optional Gloves
Purchasing Equipment Dick s Sporting Goods Midwest Lacrosse Please check www.uslacrosse.org for stick and eyewear regulations You CANNOT play if any equipment or gear does not meet regulations
Team Information 8 th and 7 th grade teams; NO TRYOUTS ALL players make the team; players are not guaranteed any specific amount of playing time in games Play Time Policy See Handout Will accommodate different skill levels
Practice Schedule Outdoor Practices: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday/Thursday: 5:00pm-7:00pm The weeks BEFORE spring break there will be no practices on Wednesdays (Exception: March 21 st ) The weeks AFTER spring break there will be no practices on Thursdays Friday: 3:30-5:00pm BEFORE game schedule starts 3:30-5:30pm AFTER game schedule starts Practices will begin promptly at these times; gear should be on and stick in hand by start time If coaches are not yet there, initiate the start on time!
Practice Schedule Indoor Practices See February Indoor Schedule See March Indoor Schedule See April Indoor Schedule
Important Items to Remember Bring ball bag, practice jerseys, first aid kit Staying after school before practice Unsupervised Must stay in the commons Always clean up after yourselves and your space Game and practice fields, locker room, commons, gym. If coaches pick it up you will run
Next Week s Practice Tuesday, 02/20: Attempt to be outdoors 5:00-7:00pm (O) or 6:15-7:45 (I) Thursday, 02/22: Indoors Friday, 02/23: Indoors Girls should come prepared for ALL conditions Heavy Conditioning this week and next STRETCHING to avoid injury
Practice/Game Communication Email each week regarding practice schedule Email Distribution List Will try to inform of any changes/cancellations by 2:00pm each day. Remind101 GMS Girls Lax Code: @celtslax Announcements will be made at school All players are expected to ride the bus to and from away games. If your child will not be taking the bus an email or written letter must be given to coaches prior to game for school s documentation.
Mandatory Items Pay to play is due no later than Friday, March 23 rd $30 payment can be paid through EZPAY or by check turned into coaches or AD Dale Hounshell You CANNOT play if you don t PAY! All physicals must be current and not expiring midseason. Please turn in to Athletic Trainer You cannot practice or play without a current physical Concussion forms Complete online through parent dashboard Hard copy signed and turned in to coach (AD s office or available on athletic website)
Games Home games girls should be on the field and ready to start warming up at 4:45 Away games girls should be ready to board the buses by 4:15 most days Team Meal Volunteers for each game Clock Sign up
Game Schedule
Team Dinners Tuesday, April 3 rd immediately following early release practice (6:30-7:45pm) Team Dinner prior to tournament TBD More info to come via email
Apparel Exclusive partnership with BSN sports making Nike our team s official sponsor All orders will be placed and processed online NO ITEMS ARE MANDATORY All orders must be submitted by: **Friday, February 22nd** NO orders will be accepted after this date
Apparel Options
Team Goals Have fun Introduce the game to new players Develop skills Prepare for next level lacrosse Creating team mentality Competitive team with a drive to win
Contact Information Julie Hemmerich Phone: (614) 499-3423 Email: Julie.Hemmerich@NationwideChildrens.org Kelley Ross Phone: (614) 519-2742 Email: Kelley.Keenan.Ross@gmail.com