OHYA will be offering registration for (4) Boys team levels and (3) Girls team levels
Kindergarten-2nd Grade
Players will learn basic lacrosse fundamentals with very limited body contact, and an emphasis on building skills and having fun. Game play will consist of small-sided contests on a shortened field to maximize player involvement. This program will begin in mid-to-late February with indoor clinics offered beginning in January. Games will run through mid-May. Practices are twice a week, and games are generally played on Saturdays within the Cincinnati area. Girls are welcome to play on this team, but please note that boys' equipment will be required to participate.
3rd-4th Grade
Our third and fourth grade program emphasizes the fundamentals of the full-field game, including passing, catching, ground balls, and teamwork - along with learning the rules of lacrosse and having fun. Game play will be full sides on a full lacrosse field to emphasize team play and introduce the strategy of the sport. This level introduces a fuller measure of legal contact to the boys' game. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-late May. Regular season practices will be twice weekly and games are generally played on Sundays within the greater Cincinnati area.
5th-6th Grade
The 5th-6th grade program introduces more positional specialization, refines fundamental skills, and emphasizes an introduction to offensive and defensive strategy. Players will work to advance their understanding of the full sport of lacrosse while having a great time. Game play will be full-sided teams on a regulation lacrosse field with an emphasis on attacking and defending principles and midfield play. This level introduces time-serving penalties and man-up / man-down specializations, with full legal contact. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-late May. Regular season practices will be twice a week. Games are generally played on Sundays within the greater Cincinnati area.
7th-8th Grade
Our middle school program will focus on developing advanced lacrosse skills while preparing players for high school lacrosse. Players will learn intermediate-level play sets on offense and defense and the game is played within standard lacrosse rules. This level represents fully-competitive lacrosse - our emphasis will be on a positive team experience for every player, but playing time WILL vary based on practice- and game-evaluations of each player's skill level and performance. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-May. Regular season practices will be three days per week, with games primarily during the week in the greater Cincinnati area.
Each team's season will consist of 8-10 regular league games and one or two 3-game weekend tournaments.
BOYS REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: Helmet, stick, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, fitted mouth guard, cup and cleats
Kindergarten-2nd Grade
Players will learn basic lacrosse fundamentals with very limited body contact, and an emphasis on building skills and having fun. Game play will consist of small-sided contests on a shortened field to maximize player involvement. This program will begin in mid-to-late February with indoor clinics offered beginning in January. Games will run through mid-May. Practices are twice a week, and games are generally played on Saturdays within the Cincinnati area. Co-ed league - will be required to have the equipment listed for boys.
3rd-4th Grade
Players will focus on introduction to the fundamentals of lacrosse, including passing, catching, ground balls, and teamwork - along with learning the rules of lacrosse and having fun. Girls' lacrosse has a unique set of rules, and very minimal contact, allowing youth players to focus on developing a strong base of fundamental skills. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-late May. Regular season practices will be twice weekly, and games are generally played on Saturdays within the greater Cincinnati area.
5th-6th Grade
Our fifth and sixth grade players will continue their fundamental skill development with an increased understanding of on-field strategy and positional play. Game play will be full-sided teams on a regulation lacrosse field with an emphasis on attacking and defending principles and midfield play. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-late May. Regular season practices will be twice weekly, and games are generally played on Saturdays within the greater Cincinnati area.
7th-8th Grade
The middle school program will focus on honing the critical fundamental lacrosse skills and competencies that will allow them to participate in high school lacrosse. Players will be introduced to set plays on offense and defense and the game is played within standard lacrosse rules. Our emphasis will be on creating a positive team experience while ensuring competitive time for each player, based on practice- and game-evaluations of each player's skill level and performance. Practices will begin indoors in January and the season will run through mid-May. Regular season practices will be twice weekly, and games are generally played on weekdays within the greater Cincinnati area.
Each team's season will consist of 8-10 regular league games and one or two 3-game weekend tournaments.
GIRLS REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: Lacrosse stick, lacrosse goggles, fitted mouth guard, and cleats. Girls gloves and headgear are optional. Please note: Girls' game features minimal contact and does not require the same level of protective gear that the boys' game does.
| GRADE | OHYA Registration Fee | USA Lacrosse Membership Fee | TOTAL |
| K -2nd | $55.00 | $35.00 | $90.00 |
| 3rd/4th | $140.00 | $35.00 | $175.00 |
| 5th/6th | $140.00 | $35.00 | $175.00 |
| 7th/8th | $165.00 | $35.00 | $200.00 |
All players are required to maintain an annual USA Lacrosse membership. The membership provides players with supplementary on-field injury insurance and a subscription to USA Lacrosse Magazine, as well as other benefits. This is mandatory for all lacrosse players and is non-refundable once transferred to USA Lacrosse.
As a courtesy to our parents and players, we roll the $35 annual membership fee into our registration fees. OHYA will work directly with USA Lacrosse to ensure each player has a membership number, and players with existing memberships are renewed. Visit www.usalacrosse.org for additional information on member benefits.
This registration will allow you to provide contact information, sign consents and submit payment. Please read through each page carefully to ensure that all information is provided accurately. To complete registration through our secure site, please have your Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or checking account information available. Upon completion of registration a charge from Oak Hills Youth Athletics will appear on your account. Payment Plan Option: Pay a portion of the registration fee upfront and the remaining amount 30 days later offered in checkout.
A processing fee of 2.85% + $2.00 will be charged.
Note - If you request a refund the processing fee will NOT be reimbursed.
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