ABOUT: The Green Hornets Boys' Lacrosse Program started in 1969 and is the holder of many Anne Arundel County Championship and State Championship Titles. In the last ten years, the program has grown from 200 boys to over 750 players today. The success of the lacrosse program is the result of many dedicated volunteers. Boys' lacrosse fields approximately 30-35 teams each year, the largest in Anne Arundel County. Practices and/or games are held 2-3 times a week. Practice times range from 1-1/2 hours for the clinic to two hours for the upper levels.

CONTACTS: For the upcoming 2010 season, anyone with questions should contact the appropriate age group coordinator listed below. For general questions contact the Commissioner.

Stingers - Boys born 9/1/02 to 8/31/04: Contact Steve Morgan at info@stingerslax.com with any questions. Sessions are tentatively scheduled to begin on March 14th.

Clinic - Boys born 9/1/00 to 8/31/02: Contact Steve Morgan at steve@diamondbacklax.com with any questions about the Clinic level. Evaluations are tentatively scheduled for February 27. Rain date is February 28.

Pee Wee - Boys born 9/1/98 to 8/31/00: Contact Ken Volk at ken.volk@macerich.com with any questions about the Pee Wee level. Evaluations are tentatively scheduled for February 27. Rain date is February 28.

Midgets - Boys born 9/1/96 to 8/31/98: Contact Ham Tyler at htyler@aacounty.org with any questions about the Midget level. Evaluations are tentatively scheduled for February 20 & 21 and February 27 & February 28.

Juniors - Boys born 9/1/94 to 8/31/96: Contact Jay Kozireski at jay.kozireski@vss-inc.com with questions about the Junior level. Evaluations are tentatively scheduled for February 20 & 21 and February 27 & February 28, and March 6 & 7

VOLUNTEERS/COACHES: Coaches are greatly needed for the positions of Head and Assistant Coach for all levels of play. In addition, volunteers are needed for various tasks including equipment handout, collection of forms, team moms, fund raising activities, organization of evaluation days, field lining, etc. If you are interested in any of these areas, please follow the procedures below.

COACHES: If you are interested in a Head or Assistant coaching position, contact the Commissioner, Matt Schaller at mschaller@schoenfeldins.com or the appropriate age level coordinator AND sign up through the Volunteer Online Registration Form.

VOLUNTEERS: If you are interested in being a volunteer and participating in one of the various tasks described above, please contact Claudia Newman at cnewman@cablespeed.com AND sign up through the Volunteer Online Registration Form.

We ask that all lacrosse players remember that lacrosse is the "in season" spring sport. Please notify the coordinator prior to tryouts of potential conflicts with other activities.

AGE RANGE: Boys' lacrosse is open to players ranging in age from five to fourteen and is divided into the five groups listed below. Newcomers are welcome at any age level.

STINGERS: The "stingers" program is open to players as outlined above. The goal is to introduce and develop the fundamentals of the game in a fun environment and build continuity into the program at an early age. The Stingers program will begin with skills training in the early sessions and will evolve into a 6 v 6 format on a half sized field without goalies as the season progresses. Every player will rotate throughout the field of play in order to gain exposure at each position.

CLINIC: The "Clinic" program is open to players as outlined above. The emphasis is high on instruction and less on competition. Games are played on a full-sized field and rules are slightly modified to eliminate heavy contact. Coaches are on the field during games and act as referees for games. Games are played in various locations throughout Anne Arundel County primarily on Saturday and some games during the week.

PEE WEE: The "Pee Wee" program is open to players as outlined above. The emphasis at the "Pee Wee" level is still instructional. It is the goal of the program to have all teams of equal talent. Games are played with nearly all the normal rules with the exception of modified extra man and man down situations. Games are played throughout the county primarily on weekends and some games during the week, and are refereed by county officials. The season ends with each team participating in the Green Hornet in house Big Dog Tournament. Some teams may also participate in other end of season tournaments around the county.

MIDGET: The "Midget" program is open to players as outlined above. Basic skills are taught to all players and many beginners start playing lacrosse at this level. Green Hornets will field teams to compete in most divisions of play in the county. All aspects of the game are played at this level, with the introduction of man down and extra man play. Games are played throughout Anne Arundel County primarily on weekends with some weeknight games. The season ends with County and State Championship games for the top teams.

JUNIORS: The "Junior" program is open to players as outline above. The program is open to players of all level of ability, including beginners. Green Hornets will field teams to compete in most divisions of play in the county. Games are played throughout the county on weekends and some weeknight games. The season ends with County and State Championship games for the top teams.

PROGRAM COST: $125; Clinic $105; Stingers $50.

SEASON: Evaluations start late February.
Team Selection and Practices start early March.
Games start in April.
Season ends early June.

EQUIPMENT: The Green Hornets Boys Lacrosse Program does not provide equipment. Each boy must supply their own helmet, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, stick and mouth guard - cleats are recommended but not required. Shorts, reversible and jerseys will be provided. Please note that players are prohibited from wearing any type of glasses or visor that are tinted or smoked. All glasses and visors must be clear.

COMMISSIONER: Matt Schaller
e-mail: mschaller@schoenfeldins.com

Please note the policy for children that live outside the area that wish to play boys lacrosse: We strongly encourage all children to participate in the program that services the area in which they live. Special requests for unique circumstances are considered. Any questions about this policy should be directed to the commissioner. For players seeking a transfer into a new program, Anne Arundel County requires that a Youth Player Release Form be completed and submitted with player contracts.

Last updated 2/26/2010