OFLA Parent Meeting. January 10, 2019

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1 OFLA Parent Meeting January 10, 2019

2 Agenda Mission Board Program Goals History Boys & Girls Game Teams / Divisions Equipment Registration Website Key Dates Social Media Volunteering 2018 Video

3 OFLA Mission Statement The Olmsted Falls Lacrosse Association is committed to the growth of youth lacrosse through an effectively governed and well implemented program comprised of coaches, parents, and volunteers that provide a positive, competitive and rewarding developmental and participatory experience for school-aged children promoting sportsmanship, respect, leadership and community.

4 OFLA Board Members President / Finance Kevin McKeigue Vice President Damon DeMarco Secretary Kara Sink Boys Program Director Russ Gulliford Girls Program Director Joe Wagner Personnel Director Sam Lofton Operations Director Joe Singleton Marketing Director Jenny McKeigue Player Development Mark Hanson

5 Program Goals Teach the sport Basic skills Strategies Double Goal Coaching #1: Winning (is important) #2: Teaching life lessons (is more important) US Lacrosse certification - Olmsted Falls has the most certified coaches in Ohio! Honor the Game Have FUN!

6 Olmsted Falls Lacrosse History 250 OLFA Program Spring Summer Camp US Lacrosse member HS teams became part of part of school athletic program in 2017

7 Why the Growth? Four main factors. Increased visibility in the National Media Development of a Professional League Growth of new High School and College Programs Growth of Youth Programs. The game is also very appealing. It is fast-paced and full of non-stop action. It is a good mix between many popular sports such as football, basketball, soccer, and hockey. Participation in high school lacrosse topped 200,000 boys and girls during the school, an all-time high.

8 Opportunity Nearly eight million students currently participate in high school athletics in the United States. More than 480,000 compete as NCAA athletes, and just a select few within each sport move on to compete at the professional or Olympic level. The likelihood of an NCAA athlete earning a college degree is significantly greater; graduation success rates are 86% in Division I, 71% in Division II and 87% in Division III. Sources: High school figures from the High School Athletics Participation Survey conducted by the National Federation of State High School Associations; data from club teams not included. College numbers from the NCAA Sports Sponsorship and Participation Rates Report.

9 Team Basics Team Size players 10 players on the field for boys 3 attack men 3 mid-fielders (middies) 3 defensemen 1 goalie 12 players on the field for girls 3 attack (first, second, third home) 5 mid-fielders (wings and a center) 3 defensive (points and third man) 1 goalie

10 Typical Equipment and Costs Typical Equipment Costs Stick $45 Helmet $115 Shoulder pads $40 Elbow pads $35 Gloves $40 Goggles $45 Boys Total $275 Girls Total $90 - $160

11 Programs and Fees Division Grades Practice Days/Week Registration Fee Bulldog Boys/Girls K-2 1 $45 Bantam Boys $145 Youth Boys $175 MS Boys $200 Bantam Girls $145 Youth Girls $175 MS Girls $200 Indoor Sessions $60 Late Fee of $20 if registering after March 7, 2019 $20 registration discount for each sibling

12 Registration and Fundraiser Fees What do the Fees cover? Registration US Lacrosse insurance and membership (includes year subscription to US Lacrosse magazine) Fields / maintenance General equipment needs (balls, cones, tables) Uniforms (shorts, dry-fit / tank top, helmet decals) Referee fees Tournament fees Fundraiser (TBD) Goals / nets Marketing (flyers, website) Uniforms

13 Program Information Member of the WestShore Conference WestShore established 2014 to support scheduling, coaching, and rule review WestShore Classic biggest youth lacrosse tournament in Cleveland Team Practices Between 2 and 5 per week depending on Division Team Games Between per team Fields Working with OFCS on field availability HS turf installation will impact fields

14 Adaptive Lacrosse Program Adaptive lacrosse is an offering of the sport provided for people with physical or intellectual impairments. Athletes with disabilities benefit from the same training and conditioning as athletes without disabilities, and generally, the same program used for athletes without disabilities can be used for their peers with a disability, with a few modifications. OFLA is excited to offer adaptive lacrosse once again this year! Practices will be on Friday evenings from 5:30-6:30 (location TBD in Olmsted Falls) and will include a warm up, fundamental skill development and drills. This program is designed for children with special needs in grades 1-8. There is no cost to sign up! For questions or to register. Please contact Jodi DeMarco at joannademarco@yahoo.com.

15 Key Dates January 10 Information Night January 18 Indoor Practices Rocky River Force Every Friday 6:00-7:30pm and will run for 6 sessions January / February Super Bowl Square fundraiser February 9 / 10 20% Dick s Sporting Goods March 7 Early-bird Registration Deadline March Outdoor practice times are being firmed up now and will be based on weather and field availability May 22 OFLA Banquet

16 Social Media Website Latest news Online registration Team rosters Spirit wear Ryco Sports Contact information Olmsted Falls Lacrosse Olmsted

17 Volunteers Needed Let us know if you re interested in coaching Work the tables as timekeepers and scorers for home games Helping with fundraiser Helping with the banquet on May 21 Registration will allow you to sign up easily to continue to make our program the best it can be! THANK-YOU and QUESTIONS

18 2018 Season Video