1st / 2nd GRADE

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The Fall 2026 season is designed to introduce new players to the game while continuing the development of returning athletes. This six-week season taking off holiday weekends is focused on skill development, game experience, and building confidence in a fun, positive, and competitive environment.

The season begins on August 16, 2026, and concludes with the Lax Gives Back Tournament in Frisco on October 3, 2026. Players will also have the opportunity to participate in an additional play day in November.

Practices:  1st/2ndgrade practices will be held on Sundays for one hour each week. Expect to see training that is structured, but fast-paced and fun. We teach the sport by breaking the girls into small groups and rotating them to various stations that each teach a game-specific skill (ground balls, catching, throwing, dodging, shooting, defense, etc.). 

Games & Competition

Lax Gives Back Fall Tournament, 03 October 2026

Additional Fall Play Day at Dallas City Lacrosse November 2026

Fees: $150 1st/2nd dues for the Fall 2026 season are for ~8 practices and ~6 games over a tournament and playday. Uniforms (reversible jersey and game shorts) are purchased separately.

As a new community-based program, we are committed to making lacrosse accessible to every family. If cost is a concern, please contact us to discuss available options.

Player uniforms will be purchased separately and will be used for future seasons whenever possible.

Required Equipment: Equipment: Mandatory equipment once practice begins includes a girl's stick, a mouthguard and eye protection. Cleats are not required but recommended. Please see our new player equipment recommendations.

A limited number of loaner sticks may be available for new players.

Communication: Playmetrics is our main method of communication (this is the same application through which registration occurs). Once the season starts, this app allows you to see the team roster, team schedule and has a message feature for quick updates. Please be sure to download this app to your mobile device and to RSVP your player’

Join the Founding Season

The Fall 2026 season is an exciting step toward the growth of girls lacrosse in Aledo. Girls get to choose their number (based on graduation year) and keep it as long as they are in the program. As the first girls youth lacrosse program serving Aledo and the surrounding communities, we're building something special—and we'd love for your family to be part of it.

All skill levels welcome. No prior lacrosse experience required.

Spring is the primary season for lacrosse and is open to both new and returning players. It runs for 10 weeks and is designed to be a player's main spring sport (but we are also understanding conflicts at this age).

Practices: 1st/2nd Grade train two hours per week. Expect to see training that is structured, but fast-paced and fun. We teach the sport by breaking the girls into small groups and rotating them to various stations that each teach a game-specific skill (ground balls, catching, throwing, dodging, shooting, defense, etc.). 

Games: Since 1st/2nd is a natural entry point to the sport of lacrosse, our emphasis at this age will be on fundamentals, where training is the priority. We play games too! Our 1st/2nd Grade teams will play games on Saturdays and Sunday afternoons where we will have play days in Aledo or the Metroplex against other local programs in the Texas Girls Youth Lacrosse League (TGYLL), and end the season playing in a league-wide tournament. Play days will consist of a minimum of 2 games per day.

Fees: 1st/2nd dues for the Spring 2027 season are for ~18 practices and ~6 games plus an end-of-season tournament (~3 games). Player uniforms (reversible jersey and game shorts) are purchased separately. 

The largest driver in our dues are field space. Additional costs covered by dues: officiating fees, tournament dues, operating equipment (goals, balls, etc.). That being said, we are committed to growing the game and do not want finances to be the limiting factor. We offer sibling discounts, as well as payment plan options at registration. Please reach out to us if additional financial assistance is needed.

Equipment: Mandatory equipment once practice begins includes a girl's stick, a mouthguard and eye protection. Cleats are not required but recommended. Please see our new player equipment recommendations.

Format: 1st/2nd will play 4v4 (no goalie) with reduced-sized (3'x3') goals or (6’x6’) with a shot blocker and regulation rubber balls on a reduced-sized field (60-70 yds x 35-45 yds), playing 12 minute running halves. We will train as a group and divide up into multiple, evenly-balanced teams and play other local programs. 

Communication: Playmetrics is our main method of communication (this is the same application through which registration occurs). Once the season starts, this app allows you to see the team roster, team schedule and has a message feature for quick updates. Please be sure to download this app to your mobile device and to RSVP your player’s availability for each training/game. It’s critical information that allows coaches to plan accordingly.