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| Introduction to our club |
| See www.libertylacrosse.org for more info and registration. |
The long term goal of LGLC is to spread the sport throughout the Lehigh Valley, begin feeder
teams in the youth age group and hopefully someday become a varsity sport affiliated with the
schools with state championship status. Lacrosse offers not only another sport to established
athletes, but also to athletes and players who have not yet found their ideal sport. Injuries are
rare (girls lacrosse is in the lower third of injury totals of all high school sports) and girl’s
lacrosse is a non-body contact sport while boys lacrosse is full contact. The only injury our team
experienced all last season was a minimally fractured finger. In 2005, protective eyewear has
been made mandatory. The sport demands running and physical conditioning, but most
importantly practice with the stick. The tradition with girl’s lacrosse, which is governed by US
Lacrosse in all levels of play, strictly promotes sportsmanship and highest level of competition
possible. Fights, verbal abuse and argumentative behavior are absolutely not tolerated.
This club is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization for which grants, scholarships and tax-deductible
contributions will be allowed. We have a Booster club and we are actively seeking support from
all parents to keep the club alive. Liberty High School administration has been very cooperative
however with acting as a communication vehicle for the girls at Liberty. However, all contact
should be with the club director/coaches.
King’s Mansion recreational field has already been secured for all practices and home games
during our spring season Monday through Friday from 3-6 pm. All practices and home games
will be between these times. Practices begin promptly at 3:30 and end as close to 5:30 PM as
poThere may be occasional Saturday or Sunday practices/games. The season generally begins
in late February and runs through May. Communication will be accomplished through email
primarily and daily school bulletins and bulletin boards. It is imperative that players closely follow
these communication modes on a daily basis. Announcements at school are done but are not
very effective as we have learned. The club is open to students enrolled in or entering Liberty
High school this next year. We will invite the feeding middle school students for early training as
well. Players will be expected to attend all practices and games and be committed to their team
during the spring. Playtime will be based on sportsmanship, effort, attendance, attitude and
performance, but every effort will be made to get everyone in at every game. This is why we had
such a high retention rate for 2004-2008. If you are interested in joining after a trial or two, you
will be asked to complete a registration packet which will specify more details about the club.
This sport mandates that players additionally practice on their own to develop the skills needed
to play. All coaching and club organization will be done on a volunteer basis and it is expected
that the players/parents respect this dedication. The functionality and continuance of the club
will highly depend on parent involvement with the Booster Club. Dues will vary year to year
depending on the financial status of the club- in 2007, dues were $80, in 2008, dues will be $50.
All players, however, are required to be fully cooperative with our one fundraiser at the end of
the season at Oasis Mini-Gold and Restauarant on Shoenersville Road in Allentown, Pa.
fundraising. This fundraiser allows us to keep our dues at a minimum, and thus, more players to
be able to participate. Players are required to supply their own sticks ($30-$100), cleats or turf
shoes, practice apparel, protective eyewear (range $30-$90) and mouth guards (required).
They may not play without eyewear, mouthguards or sticks. Gloves are optional. The club will
supply Goalie pads and helmet.
We were 8-12-1 in our junior varsity level schedule our first year in 2004 and won the Junior
Varsity Championship in the Lehigh Valley First Annual Girls Lacrosse Tournament sponsored
by Parkland's club in June. In 2006, we entered the tournament for the first time as a varsity
team, and barely missed getting into the final championship game by one single point in the
tournament. Our varsity won the Lehigh Valley Annual Tournament in 2008. Please join us for
a great sport and experience, where your child will make great relationships, learn self-discipline
and nurture self-esteem. It is a fascinating sport to both play and watch.
watch.
To get a taste of the game and organizations throughout the country check out www.uslacrosse.
org or www.womenslacrosse.org . Our website is www.libertylacrosse.org.
Call or email for questions to Joe Sexton (President/Head Coach) 610-317-2926/610-730-
9131-cell
Liberty Girls Lacrosse Club