Frequently Asked Questions

We currently offer programs for boys and girls in grades K–12, with teams grouped by age and skill level.   For additional information on age segmentation and verification, visit: https://www.usalacrosse.com/age-verification 

Not at all! We welcome beginners and provide coaching that builds fundamentals from the ground up. 

For the boys game, you will need the following equipment:

1. Lacrosse Helmet
2. Men’s Lacrosse Stick (Not to be confused with women’s stick or kids' play sticks)
3. Lacrosse Shoulder Pads
4. Lacrosse Elbow Pads
5. Protective Cup
6. Lacrosse Gloves
7. Mouth Guard
8. Soccer, Lacrosse, or Football Cleats

For the girls game, you will need the following equipment:

1. Women's Lacrosse Stick (not to be confused with men's stick or kids' play sticks)
2. Lacrosse Goggles
3. Mouth Guard
4. Soccer, Lacrosse, or Football Cleats

For additional information requiring specific equipment, visit the following:  https://www.usalacrosse.com/athlete-journey 

Local options for lacrosse equipment:

• Dick’s Sporting Goods
• Scheels
• Play It Again Sports (used equipment)
• Facebook Marketplace

Preferred Websites:

• Top String Lacrosse
• Lacrosse Unlimited
• Lacrosse Monkey 
• Sideline Swap

Waukee Lacrosse has rental equipment available while supplies last. Please let the Club know during registration if you are in need of rental equipment.

Practices are typically held at the practice football/soccer fields just to the north of Waukee High School, or a nearby park.   Most teams practice 2–3 times per week, with most games on weekends.  Schedules vary by age group and will be communicated via SportsEngine at the beginning of the season.  

a. Coaches will communicate with teams and the entire Club utilizing the SportsEngine website/app. 

b. Also, the Waukee Lacrosse website will have some information as we get closer to the start of the season.

a. Practice catching and throwing the ball.

b. Play wall ball for a few minutes every day if possible, even with a tennis ball; this will help improve their ability to catch and throw.

YouTube has a lot of videos on this, including:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oohreVI3F2w

For additional information, see https://www.usalacrosse.com/players-parents 

https://youtu.be/jiak6nk-qLo

Yes, teams will likely have a parents' meeting prior to the start of the season.  Please keep an eye out for further communication.

Waukee Lacrosse has two seasons.  The primary season is in spring, with a shorter fall season.  The spring season for High School starts the first week of January with indoor practices.   The youth teams tend to begin practicing after spring break.  Both high school and youth seasons typically end in early June.  Fall season practices normally begin after Labor Day, and the season is over in October. 

Please reference SportsEngine for your child's team for full scheduling details.

High school teams play in the Nebraska Lacrosse Association and will travel for some games in Omaha, Lincoln, and surrounding areas.  

Youth teams have occasional travel games in Tama, Iowa City, Ankeny, and Davenport.  There may be opportunities for tournament play in Kansas City or other midwestern locations. 

a. Go to waukeelacrosse.com, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click [Register].

b. Every player from age 8 through a Senior in High School must be a member of USA Lacrosse. There is an annual fee for this membership and it is linked within the registration process.

c. If you are a High School player, you must also be a member of NELAX (Nebraska Lacrosse Association). They are the governing body of Iowa lacrosse teams until there are enough teams to justify an ILAX (Iowa Lacrosse Association). There is also a link to the NELAX site within our registration page. Their fees covers refs, tournament costs, trainers, concussion testing, etc.

d. Finally, all players must complete the Waukee Lacrosse registration and pay the fees associated with their age level.

 Yes!  We rely on parent volunteers for team support, events, and fundraising.  Reach out to waukeelacrosse@gmail.com to get involved.