Category: Coaches

by WisconsinLacrosse

Contact Days Extended into Summer

The Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation has extended coaches’ contact days over the summer to 30 ending July 31, 2020.

Beginning as soon as state and local authorities allow and individual programs deem it prudent, high school coaches may have up to 30 contact days through July 31, 2020.  This can include seniors who were scheduled to have graduated in June 2020.

The health and safety of players, coaches, and officials are and should be the top priority of the WLF and all member programs.  Assuming it is safe to do so, summer play of high school WLF member teams, while not directly sanctioned by the WLF for the purpose of team records, championships, etc is supported and encouraged.

 

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WLF high school season update

The Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation has issued an update and additional guidance to the Wisconsin lacrosse community particularly in relation to the postponed high school season.

The WLF continues to closely monitor our ever-changing environment. Following state and local guidance, the WLF is extending the postponement of all organized activities until at least April 24, 2020.  We are considering all options for both youth and high school.

Specifically, for high school, discussions continue around canceling the high school season outright, a shorted but viable season and extending the season.  Any decisions around resuming organized lacrosse activities will be informed by our governing authorities and COVID 19 protocol guidance. 

Until then, we hope all our players, coaches, officials and parents are safe & healthy.      

by WisconsinLacrosse

WLF Postpones the Lacrosse Season

The Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation is greatly concerned about the health and safety of the lacrosse players, coaches and officials in Wisconsin as we all work through the challenges of the COVID-19 situation.  The WLF Board is monitoring the situation closely and is taking our lead from our leagues, schools, and clubs as well as our government officials.

Lacrosse in our state has always been based on safety, fair play and honoring our game.  Continuing that goal, the WLF Board of Directors has issued the following statement:

“In line with the Governor Evers’ executive order to close the schools, beginning Tuesday, March 17th, 2020, all practices, scrimmages, games and coaches’ contacts are postponed until at least April 6, 2020.   All high school lacrosse clubs, whether associated with a school, multiple schools or independent must stop all in-person activities.   Additionally, coaches and club organizers should not encourage independent gatherings  (captain’s practices).  Failure to adhere to the above will result in disqualification from postseason play. 

It is our hope we can continue our season when schools re-open, but we also recognize this is a fluid situation and circumstances may change. “  

The Creator’s Game has been in Wisconsin for hundreds of years and once we get past this it’ll be here for hundreds more.

Lax on.

by WisconsinLacrosse

Wisconsin 2019 Boys’ All American

US Lacrosse announced the boys’ and girls’ players selected as 2019 US Lacrosse High School All-Americans and All-Academic Team members. Over 1,200 boys and 1,300 girls players were recognized for their efforts on and off the field.

A US Lacrosse All-American is a player who exhibits superior skills and techniques and possesses exceptional game sense and knowledge. A US Lacrosse All-American is one of the best players in the United States, while also embodying excellent sportsmanship.

A US Lacrosse All-Academic honoree is a player who exhibits exemplary lacrosse skills, good sportsmanship on the field, and represents high standards of academic achievement in the classroom.

2019 Boys’ High School All-American

Player  Graduation yr  Position  High School
Caleb Hotchkiss 2019 Attack Kettle Moraine
Christopher Bender 2019 Attack Kettle Moraine
Kaden Brunson 2019 Midfield Sun Prairie
Karson Sutton 2019 Goalie Sun Prairie
Nathan Kapp 2019 Midfield Middleton
Nolan Rappis 2021 Attack Kettle Moraine
Ryan Hensien 2019 Defense Marquette University
Will Lauterbach 2020 Attack Arrowhead

2019 Boys’ High School All-Academic

Player Graduation yr  Position  High School
Bryce VanHemelryk 2020 Attack Bayport
Haakkon Anderson 2020 Midfield Verona
Jarett Wulf 2019 Attack Waunakee
Joseph Birch 2020 Defense Grafton
Logan Akre 2019 Defense Catholic Memorial
William Gerew 2019 Attack Homestead

2019 Boys’ Coach of the Year

Michael Stefan Kettle Moraine

2019 Bob Scott Award

Will Condon 2019 Defense Homestead

In addition to players named as All-Americans and All-Academic honorees, US Lacrosse selects winners of the Coach of the Year, as well as the Bob Scott Award for boys and the Jackie Pitts Award for girls. These awards recognize one player from each area who go ‘above and beyond’ in service to his/her team, school, and community.

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Wisconsin 2019 Girls’ All American

US Lacrosse announced the boys’ and girls’ players selected as 2019 US Lacrosse High School All-Americans and All-Academic Team members. Over 1,200 boys and 1,300 girls players were recognized for their efforts on and off the field.

A US Lacrosse All-American is a player who exhibits superior skills and techniques and possesses exceptional game sense and knowledge. A US Lacrosse All-American is one of the best players in the United States, while also embodying excellent sportsmanship.

A US Lacrosse All-Academic honoree is a player who exhibits exemplary lacrosse skills, good sportsmanship on the field, and represents high standards of academic achievement in the classroom.

2019 Girls’ High School All-American

Player  Graduation Yr Position  High School
Aubrey McLaren 2019 Midfield Whitefish Bay High School
Coryn Tormala 2019 Midfield Arrowhead Union High School
Emily Becker 2019 Midfield Indian Trail High School & Academy
Grace Tuttle 2022 Attack University School of Milwaukee
Lauren Lex 2019 Defense Whitefish Bay High School

2019 Girls’ High School All-Academic

Player  Graduation Yr Position  High School
Anna Grasee 2020 Attack Waunakee High School
Emma Hofman 2019 Defense Arrowhead Union High School
Isabel Puchner 2019 Defense Divine Savior Holy Angels
Lauren Flemma 2020 Midfield Whitefish Bay High School
Stephanie Curry 2020 Midfield Arrowhead Union High School

2019 Girls’ Coach of the Year

Samantha Adey University School of Milwaukee

2019 Jackie Pitts Award

Michaela Fritz 2019 Midfield University School of Milwaukee

In addition to players named as All-Americans and All-Academic honorees, US Lacrosse selects winners of the Coach of the Year, as well as the Bob Scott Award for boys and the Jackie Pitts Award for girls. These awards recognize one player from each area who go ‘above and beyond’ in service to his/her team, school, and community.

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Free PCA Coaching Clinics – Milwaukee Area

SATURDAY, March 16th @ Brookfield Central HS – Brookfield, WI 

Positive Coaching Alliance (Coaches) “Coaching for Winning/Life Lessons” 11:00am – 12:30pm

– This workshop counts towards the PCA component of USL Lvl1 Certification requirement.
– Brookfield Central HS – CAFETERIA; 16900 W. Gebhardt Rd., Brookfield, WI
– RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/Giscbcc1nfhjb0Fz2

Positive Coaching Alliance (Parents) “Second-Goal Parent/Culture Keeper/Sideline Manager” 11:00am – 12:30pm
Workshop
– Brookfield Central HS – LIBRARY; 16900 W. Gebhardt Rd., Brookfield, WI
– RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/Giscbcc1nfhjb0Fz2

USL Level1 CDP Clinic 1:00pm – 4:00pm
– This Clinic counts towards your US Lacrosse Level1 Certification requirement.
– Brookfield Central HS – MAIN GYM; 16900 W. Gebhardt Rd., Brookfield, WI
Register Here: https://www.uslacrosse.org/coaches/coach-development-program/instructional-clinics

These free PCA courses are being sponsored by the Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation. We are providing these opportunities for Coaches and Parents to ensure everyone has access to content that will allow for easier path to US Lacrosse Certification.

The PCA Parent content is being offered to provide unique information about ways Parents
can support their child, and also learn more about becoming a “Culture Keeper” on game days; aligning with US Lacrosse’s Sideline Manager program.

by WisconsinLacrosse

Forward Coaches Convention

Saturday, March 2 – Kettle Moraine High School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forward-coaching-convention-tickets-55938947899?aff=erelexpmlt

After a great First Annual Forward Lacrosse Coaching Convention, it’s time for round two! We are back this year to help spread lacrosse knowledge from some of the best coaches and program directors in the area.

This year, we are excited to announce that we will be adding presenters from the girl’s side of the game. Our headliners include Tom Truschell, Arrowhead High School’s 7-time Wisconsin State Champion, and other highly successful girls’ coaches in the area. Back by popular demand, Cole Blazer, current professional Goalie for the Chesapeake Bayhawks and former 3-year starter at Marquette University, will be also be headlining to address fundamental goalie work that can be used for both girls and boys at all age levels.

We have also added a Program Deal, with hope that entire programs will see the benefit of the knowledge that will be presented and grow as one team. For the cost of 8 tickets, program directors and coaches from the girls and boys of your program can attend. We hope that every program will take advantage of this opportunity to improve every aspect of their program from youth to high school and girls to boys.

With our mission to grow the game in Wisconsin, we feel responsible to collect, create, and share the highest level of resources that this state has to offer. Our mission is one that is much larger than our company and falls on the shoulders of everyone in the Wisconsin Lacrosse Community. Join us in helping improve Wisconsin Lacrosse for generations to come.

If you have any questions please email Michael.stefan@forwardlacrosse.org

by WisconsinLacrosse

Free PCA Coaching Clinics – Bay Valley Area

SATURDAY, March 2nd @ Xavier High School – Appleton, WI

USL Level1 CDP Clinic 9:00am – 12:00pm
– This Clinic counts towards your US Lacrosse Level1 Certification requirement.
– Xavier High School – 1600 W. Prospect Av., Appleton, WI 54914
Register Here: https://www.uslacrosse.org/coaches/coach-development-program/instructional-clinics

Positive Coaching Alliance (Coaches) “Coaching for Winning/Life Lessons” 12:30pm– 2:00pm

– This workshop counts towards the PCA component of USL Lvl1 Certification requirement.
– Xavier High School – 1600 W. Prospect Av., Appleton, WI 54914
– RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/4fa4eVxqmgBJM4nY2

Positive Coaching Alliance (Parents) “Second-Goal Parent/Culture Keeper/Sideline Manager” 2:15pm – 3:30pm
Workshop
– Xavier High School – 1600 W. Prospect Av., Appleton, WI 54914
– RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/4fa4eVxqmgBJM4nY2

These free PCA courses are being sponsored by the Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation. We are providing these opportunities for Coaches and Parents to ensure everyone has access to content that will allow for easier path to US Lacrosse Certification.

The PCA Parent content is being offered to provide unique information about ways Parents
can support their child, and also learn more about becoming a “Culture Keeper” on game days; aligning with US Lacrosse’s Sideline Manager program.

by WisconsinLacrosse

Free PCA Coaching Clinics – Madison Area

SATURDAY, March 9th @ Waunakee High School & Middle School

Positive Coaching Alliance (Parents) “Second-Goal Parent/Culture Keeper/Sideline Manager” 11:00am – 12:30pm
Workshop
– Waunakee High School-Performing Arts Center; 301 Community Dr., Waunakee, WI- RSVP Here: https://goo.gl/forms/5J7dU2EKee3u2MQ83

Positive Coaching Alliance (Coaches) “Coaching for Winning/Life Lessons” 12:30pm – 2:15pm

– This workshop counts towards the PCA component of USL Lvl1 Certification requirement.
– Waunakee High School-Performing Arts Center; 301 Community Dr., Waunakee, WI
– RSVP Here:https://goo.gl/forms/5J7dU2EKee3u2MQ83

USL Level1 CDP Clinic 2:30pm – 5:30pm
– This Clinic counts towards your US Lacrosse Level1 Certification requirement.
– Waunakee High School-Performing Arts Center; 301 Community Dr., Waunakee, WI
Register Here: https://www.uslacrosse.org/coaches/coach-development-program/instructional-clinics

These free PCA courses are being sponsored by the Wisconsin Lacrosse Federation. We are providing these opportunities for Coaches and Parents to ensure everyone has access to content that will allow for easier path to US Lacrosse Certification.

The PCA Parent content is being offered to provide unique information about ways Parents
can support their child, and also learn more about becoming a “Culture Keeper” on game days; aligning with US Lacrosse’s Sideline Manager program.

by WisconsinLacrosse

L2 Coaches Clinic

Saturday, November 10, 2018
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Brookfield Central High School
16900 Gebhardt Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005

Tactically and practically focused.

Coaches will receive detailed instruction on building the tactical elements of their team based on overarching principles for offense, defense and transition. The Level 2 curriculum is geared toward coaching players who have an understanding of the basic skills and objectives of the game. Coaches will also learn how practice planning fits into overall tactical objectives for their season.

Coaches who hold a current Level 1 certification are eligible to progress to Level 2 certification, an exclusive credential that shows your dedication to being the best coach you can be.

Prerequisites.

  • Current USL Membership: Mandatory prior to clinic
  • NCSI Background Check:  Optional prior to clinic; Mandatory for certification
  • Online Courses available at learning.uslacrosse.org: Strongly Recommended Prior To Clinic; Mandatory for Certification
    • Level 2 online course

PCA Double Goal Coach 2 (Future Level 2 certification requirement)

Details.

  • Check-in will begin onsite approximately 30 minutes prior to the clinic. We recommend arriving a few minutes early.
  • Lunch is included in Level 2 clinics. If you have dietary restrictions, please bring your own. You may also bring snacks to sustain you throughout the day.
  • Clinic-specific details, including the event address, can be found on your registration confirmation.
    • You would have received an email from cep@uslacrosse.org on the date you registered.
    • Other event-specific information, including parking instructions, weather-related information, and more will be emailed to you by your local host approximately 48 hours prior to the event. Please do not contact US Lacrosse for these details. Clinics are run locally.

Post clinic, you will see your clinic listed under “training history” in your account within one week. You will also be sent a link to a survey for feedback.