FAQ (London Minor Lacrosse Association)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I register my child?▾
Register online here: Online Registration. Check your division on the Ages & Fees page first. Key dates are posted on the Organization Calendar.
How do Rep tryouts work?▾
Players must be registered before attending. Everyone tries out for Rep #1 first; if released, they may try for Rep #2. Dates post here: Tryouts.
What’s the difference between Box Development (House) and Rep?▾
House = no tryouts, ~1–2×/week in London, balanced playing time. Rep = tryouts, ~2–4×/week, league + tournaments, travel in-zone/provincial. See program pages: Box Development • Box Rep.
What equipment is required for Box?▾
CSA-approved box helmet & facemask, mouthguard, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, athletic support, stick. Goalies: association gear may be available—ask the Equipment Director.
What’s required for Girls Field?▾
Girls stick, goggles, coloured mouthguard (no clear/white). Cleats recommended. See Girls Field page for details.
Where can I see fees and how do I pay?▾
All pricing lives on our Ages & Fees page. Clinic e-transfers: send to [email protected] and include your child’s name.
Where do I find schedules and dates?▾
The authoritative source is our Organization Calendar. Field league weekends are also posted on OMFLL.
Do you run off-season clinics?▾
Yes — see our Clinics page for current sessions, times, and payment instructions.
What’s the refund policy?▾
Refunds follow the association policy. See How to Register and Policies & Forms for details.
What age group is my child?▾
Use our Ages & Fees page (birth-year chart for 2026).
My child is new to lacrosse — where should we start?▾
Start with Box Development (House) or a seasonal Clinic. No experience required.
What nights are practices and games?▾
Final times are posted on the Organization Calendar. Typical rhythms: Box Dev ~1–2×/week at Nichols; Field ~2–3×/week at Citywide (spring).
Can my child play both Box and Field?▾
Yes. Field runs in spring; Box runs spring–summer. Some overlap can occur — coordinate with coaches.
Can we switch programs after registering?▾
Usually possible early in the season if space allows. Email [email protected]. Refunds follow association policy (see How to Register).
Is financial assistance available?▾
Yes — we support families using community programs (e.g., Jumpstart/KidSport). Email [email protected] for next steps and letters of support.
What gear do we need?▾
Box: CSA box helmet & cage, mouthguard, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, stick. Girls Field: girls stick, goggles, coloured mouthguard; cleats recommended. Loaner goalie gear may be available — ask the Equipment Director.
How many tryout sessions are there?▾
Typically 2–3 per division. Current dates and counts are posted on the Tryouts page.
What’s the weather policy for Field?▾
Rain usually proceeds; lightning = delay/cancel. Updates go to the Calendar and team email.
Can we request teammates or carpooling?▾
You can note requests during registration; we try to accommodate while balancing teams. No guarantees. Questions? [email protected].
How do I volunteer?▾
Start here: Volunteer Sign-Up. Bench staff require VSS: VSS info.
Are uniforms included?▾
Rep teams usually coordinate uniforms after teams are formed; costs vary by year and are communicated by team staff. House scrimmage pinnies are provided at sessions where applicable.
We missed a tryout — what now?▾
Check the Tryouts page for remaining sessions. If none remain, email your program lead to ask about evaluations at practice.
Can my child “play up” a division?▾
Age movement is limited and must follow OLA policies and association approval. Decisions consider safety, numbers, and development.
Which arenas/fields do you use?▾
Box: typically Nichols Arena. Field: typically Citywide Fields (spring). Always confirm on the Organization Calendar.
How do teams communicate?▾
Email and the website pages are primary. Check your team page and the Calendar weekly.
How do out-of-association transfers work?▾
Transfers follow OLA policies. Email the Registrar: [email protected] for guidance.