BOYS-SPRING 2023 SEASON INFORMATION, COACHES AND SCHEDULES
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Headwaters Lacrosse 7/8th Grade Boys
Season: February 28th – June 11th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a competitive MYLA program. In 2023, we are going to have 2 even teams for our MYLA schedule and then tier the teams for our travel tournaments.
We believe this gives a better experience and variety of games during the MYLA weekends while also providing the competitive opportunity for the travel tournaments. Further, this allows our coaches to have more time evaluating players at the beginning of the season. Since both teams will be participating during the tiered weekends there may be adjustments throughout the season. Being on the “A” team for one tournament does not guarantee your place for the next one and we also need to consider the various position groups and needs for each team.
Format: 10 v 10
# teams: 2
Coaches:
Head Coach – Liam Stewart liam6143@gmail.com
Assistants – Mark Aamot
Head Coach – Brandon Hayslett bhaysl3tt@gmail.com
Assistants – Joe Russo & Lisa Danzl-Scott
Game Schedule:
4/8 Billings
4/15 Great Falls
4/22-23 Kalispell (Tiered teams)
4/29-30 Missoula
5/6 Bozeman
5/13 Off
5/20-21 Coeur d’Alene (Tiered teams)
5/27 Off
6/3 Park City (1 team)
6/10-11 Headwaters Classic (Tiered teams)
Practice Schedule:
Indoor: Feb 28, Mar 7 @ Fairgrounds, Mar 1 @ Chief Joseph
Outdoor: as soon as weather allows at Oak Springs Park
Tuesdays/Wednesday/Thursdays: 4:30pm-6pm
Boy’s Required Equipment
Boy’s lacrosse stick, helmet – equipped with face mask, chin pad and a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups, must be worn by all players. High school players are required to have all white helmets. Any color of helmet is allowed at the youth level but for future planning, it’s a good idea to purchase white with white trim. Mouthpiece, gloves, shoulder pads (ND200 approved), elbow pads, protective cup and Cleats.
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Headwaters Lacrosse 5th/6th Boys
Season: February 28th – June 11th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a competitive MYLA program.
Format: 10 v 10
# teams: 2
Coaches:
Head Coach – John Merkovsky jmerkovsky@gmail.com
Assistants – Pat Nee & Dan Schall
Head Coach – Mike Bonville mbonville@hotmail.com
Assistants – Cameron Flinders & Gardner Imhoff
Game Schedule:
4/8 Billings
4/15 Great Falls
4/22-23 Kalispell
4/29-30 Missoula
5/6 Bozeman
5/13 Off
5/20-21 Coeur d’Alene
5/27 Off
6/3 Park City (1 team)
6/10-11 Headwaters Classic
Practice Schedule:
Indoor: Feb 28, Mar 7 @ Fairgrounds, Mar 1 @ Chief Joseph
Outdoor: as soon as weather allows at Oak Springs Park
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6pm-7:30pm
Boy’s Required Equipment
Boy’s lacrosse stick, helmet – equipped with face mask, chin pad and a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups, must be worn by all players. High school players are required to have all white helmets. Any color of helmet is allowed at the youth level but for future planning, it’s a good idea to purchase white with white trim. Mouthpiece, gloves, shoulder pads (ND200 approved), elbow pads, protective cup and Cleats.
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Headwaters Lacrosse 3rd/4th Boys
Season: March 20th – June 11th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a competitive MYLA program.
Format: 7 v 7
# teams: 2
Coaches:
Head Coach – Andy Kessenich sfneeches@hotmail.com
Assistants – Paul Neubauer & Doug Babcock
Head Coach – Cale Vanvelkinburg vanvelk@gmail.com
Assistants – Matt Barber & Ryan DeLong
Game Schedule:
4/8 Billings
4/15 Great Falls
4/22-23 Kalispell
4/29-30 Missoula
5/6 Bozeman
5/13 Off
5/20-21 Coeur d’Alene
5/27 Off
6/3 Off
6/10-11 Headwaters Classic
Practice Schedule:
Indoor: March 21 & 28 @ Fairgrounds
Outdoor: as soon as weather allows at Oak Springs Park
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6pm-7:30pm
Boy’s Required Equipment
Boy’s lacrosse stick, helmet – equipped with face mask, chin pad and a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups, must be worn by all players. High school players are required to have all white helmets. Any color of helmet is allowed at the youth level but for future planning, it’s a good idea to purchase white with white trim. Mouthpiece, gloves, shoulder pads (ND200 approved), elbow pads, protective cup and Cleats.
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Headwaters Lacrosse K/2nd Boys
Season: March 20th – June 11th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as an in-house league.
Format: 7v7 or 4v4
# teams: 2
Coaches:
Head Coach – Andy Germain a.m.germain@gmail.com
Assistant Coach – Jeff Barrett barrett27jb@gmail.com
Game Schedule:
TBD Home Inter-squad scrimmages
6/10-11 Headwaters Classic
Practice Schedule:
Indoor: March 21 & 28 @ Fairgrounds
Outdoor: as soon as weather allows at Oak Springs Park
Tuesdays: 6:30pm-8pm
Thursdays: 4:30pm-6pm
Boy’s Required Equipment
Boy’s lacrosse stick, helmet – equipped with face mask, chin pad and a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups, must be worn by all players. High school players are required to have all white helmets. Any color of helmet is allowed at the youth level but for future planning, it’s a good idea to purchase white with white trim. Mouthpiece, gloves, shoulder pads (ND200 approved), elbow pads, protective cup and Cleats.
GIRLS-SPRING 2023 SEASON INFORMATION, COACHES AND SCHEDULES
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Headwaters Lacrosse 7th/ 8th Girls
Season: February 28th – June 12th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a tiered competitive MYLA program.
The 24-Hour Rule: Concerns with playing time or any emotionally charged topic will not be discussed with a Coach within 24 hours of a game. Furthermore, at this age we expect that the player will address any concerns about playing time with the coach instead of the parent. Coaching Director/Program Director/President will be informed and potentially brought in for any conversations.
Format: 6v6 for MYLA, 12v12 for non-MYLA games
# teams: 2 for MYLA, 1 for non-MYLA games
Coaches: Head Coach Lindsay Pittard Lindsay.pittard@gmail.com, Asst. Coach Allison Wilfling
PRELIMINARY GAME SCHEDULE
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4/8 Billings MYLA
4/15 Helena MYLA
4/22-23 Kalispell NW Lax Jamboree
4/29-4/30 Missoula Jamboree MYLA
5/6 Bozeman MYLA
5/13 Driggs
5/20 BYE
5/27 Off Memorial Weekend
6/3-4 Spokane Lax Fest*
6/10-11 Bozeman Headwaters Classic Jamboree
*Originally, we had planned to play in the Jackson Rad Spencer Tournament over Memorial Day weekend but now, we will have this weekend off. Now that we will not be playing Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to offer up to the 5/6 + 7/8 players to participate in the Spokane Lax Fest, June 2-4. In order to go to Lax Fest, we will need a min of 16 players at both the 5/6 + 7/8 teams to sign up. If your players are interested, please fill out their information in the google doc link below. Even if you already clicked yes to participate during registration, please also enter your player’s name in the doc so we have the numbers all in one place. Once we have all the sign-ups, we will send out information about how to handle the additional registration fee of $50 per player.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cDJuQjtnT_a3OHHdiIhvHEyVu_yFcMm86TXwAqLTJaI/edit?usp=sharing
PRELIMINARY PRACTICE SCHEDULE
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Practice Schedule Starting 2/28:
Indoor (bring all equipment, except at CJ Gym, which will be conditioning only)
Location: Monforton + Fairgrounds + CJ Gym
Monday, 2/27 : 5-6:30pm @ Monforton
Thursday, 3/2: 5:30-6:30pm @ Fairgrounds
Monday, 3/6: 5-6:30pm @ Monforton
Wednesday, 3/8 – 5:30-6:15pm @ CJ Gym (conditioning only)
No Practice over Spring Break
Outdoor Practices, Starting 3/20 – 3x a week
Location: 4 Points Park
Days: Monday, Tuesday + Thursday from 6-7:30pm
If the weather does not permit, we will be at the following locations the week of 3/20 (only)
Tuesday, 3/21: 6:15-7pm @ CJ Gym (conditioning)
Thursday, 3/23: 6:30-7:30pm @ Fairgrounds (sneakers, sticks/balls)
Saturday, 3/25: 3-5pm @ Gallatin Elite indoor. Mandatory practice, ALL 7|8 players must attend, 6th graders will be trying out for the team.
3/27 – Ref Clinic – Mandatory for all 8th graders, optional for 7th graders.
Tom Black, Head Trainer for the Montana Lacrosse Officials Association, will be conducting the in-classroom and on-field training on March 27th. This training is free of charge to the player and once they are officially officials, we will work closely to have them assigned to games. They will be officiating the 3|4 and possibly 5|6 games.
Please fill out your player’s information in the google doc, link below. If any parents would also like to become a ref, please also sign up in the google doc, link below.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hOaROJA_K-iFPWFagS_HHg5gzma5c00gB0H9vsvpB4g/edit?usp=sharing
Learn more at https://mtloa.com/
Monday, 5/22 -Special High School and Youth Practice: All players at Oak Springs
Girl’s Equipment
Required equipment – Girl’s lacrosse stick, eyewear and mouthpiece.
Headwater Lacrosse does not require helmets for girl’s lacrosse. We follow the MYLA and US Lacrosse girl’s helmet policy. US Lacrosse women’s rules allow for the optional use of headgear if it meets ASTM standard F3137. The purpose of this allowance is to acknowledge that while women’s lacrosse is a relatively safe sport, the use of protective headgear is desired by some individuals. Headwaters will support you and your daughter if you decide to wear a helmet. It is our recommendation that if you choose to buy a helmet, the color is all white.
To view, download and/or print this information as a pdf click here
Headwaters Lacrosse 5th/6th Girls
Season Dates: Feb. 28-June 12
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a competitive MYLA program.
The 24-Hour Rule: Concerns with playing time or any emotionally charged topic will not be discussed with a Coach within 24 hours of a game. Furthermore, at this age we expect that the player will address any concerns about playing time with the coach instead of the parent. Coaching Director/Program Director/President will be informed and potentially brought in for any conversations.
Format: 6v6 for MYLA, 12v12 for non-MYLA games
# teams: 2 for MYLA, 1 for non-MYLA games
Coaches: Head Coach: Steph Hudock, stephhudock@gmail.com, Asst. Coach: Lexy Emeny
PRELIMINARY GAME SCHEDULE
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR ACCURATE & UPDATED GAME SCHEDULES
4/8 Billings MYLA
4/15 Helena MYLA
4/22-23 Kalispell NW Lax Jamboree
4/29-4/30 Missoula Jamboree MYLA
5/6 Bozeman MYLA
5/13 Driggs
5/20 BYE
5/27 Off Memorial Weekend
6/3-4 Spokane Lax Fest *
6/10-11 Bozeman Headwaters Classic Jamboree
*Originally, we had planned to play in the Jackson Rad Spencer Tournament over Memorial Day weekend but now, we will have this weekend off…Now that we will not be playing Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to offer up to the 5/6 + 7/8 players to participate in the Spokane Lax Fest, June 2-4. In order to go to Lax Fest, we will need a min of 16 players at both the 5/6 + 7/8 teams to sign up. If your players are interested, please fill out their information in the google doc link below. Even if you already clicked yes to participate during registration, please also enter your player’s name in the doc so we have the numbers all in one place. Once we have all the sign-ups, we will send out information about how to handle the additional registration fee of $50 per player.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1cDJuQjtnT_a3OHHdiIhvHEyVu_yFcMm86TXwAqLTJaI/edit?usp=sharing
PRELIMINARY PRACTICE SCHEDULE
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR ACCURATE & UPDATED PRACTICE SCHEDULES
Practice Schedule Starting 2/28:
Indoor (bring all equipment, except at CJ Gym, which will be conditioning only)
Location: Monforton + Fairgrounds + CJ Gym
Monday, 2/27 : 5-6:30pm @ Monforton
Thursday, 3/2: 5:30-6:30pm @ Fairgrounds
Monday, 3/6: 5-6:30pm @ Monforton
Wednesday, 3/8 – 5:30-6:15pm @ CJ Gym (conditioning only)
No Practice over Spring Break
Outdoor Starting after Spring Break
Location: 4 Points Park
Days: Tuesday + Thursday from 5-6:30pm
If the weather does not permit, we will be at the following locations the week of 3/20 only
Tuesday, 3/21: 5:30-6:15pm @ CJ Gym (conditioning)
Thursday, 3/23: 5:30-6:30pm @ Fairgrounds (sneakers, sticks/balls)
Saturday, 3/25: 3-5pm @ Gallatin Elite indoor. For any of the 6th graders that want to TRY OUT for the 7 / 8 team.
Monday, 5/22 -Special High School and Youth Practice: All players at Oak Springs
Girl’s Equipment
Required equipment – Girl’s lacrosse stick, eyewear and mouthpiece.
Headwater Lacrosse does not require helmets for girl’s lacrosse. We follow the MYLA and US Lacrosse girl’s helmet policy. US Lacrosse women’s rules allow for the optional use of headgear if it meets ASTM standard F3137. The purpose of this allowance is to acknowledge that while women’s lacrosse is a relatively safe sport, the use of protective headgear is desired by some individuals. Headwaters will support you and your daughter if you decide to wear a helmet. It is our recommendation that if you choose to buy a helmet, the color is all white.
to view, download and/or print this page as a pdf please click here
Headwaters Lacrosse 3rd/4th Girls
Season: March 28th – June 12th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as a competitive MYLA program.
Format: 6 v 6 plus a goalie for MYLA games and 8 v 8 including goalie for non-MYLA games
# Teams: 1
Coaches: Head Coach Megan Moutaw mmoutaw13@gmail.com
Preliminary Game Schedule:
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR UPDATED & ACCURATE GAME INFO
4/8 Billings MYLA
4/15 Helena MYLA
4/22-23 Kalispell NW Lax Jamboree
4/29-4/30 Missoula Jamboree MYLA
5/6 Bozeman MYLA
5/13 Driggs
5/20 BYE
5/27 Off Memorial Weekend
6/10-11 Bozeman Headwaters Classic Jamboree
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR UPDATED & ACCURATE PRACTICE INFO-
Preliminary Practice Schedule: Starts March 28th, 2x a week
Location: 4 Points
Days: Tuesday + Thursdays, 5:30-7pm
Tuesday, May 23rd – Special High School and Youth Practice: all players at 4 Points Park
Girl’s Equipment
Required equipment – Girl’s lacrosse stick, eyewear and mouthpiece.
Headwater Lacrosse does not require helmets for girl’s lacrosse. We follow the MYLA and US Lacrosse girl’s helmet policy. US Lacrosse women’s rules allow for the optional use of headgear if it meets ASTM standard F3137. The purpose of this allowance is to acknowledge that while women’s lacrosse is a relatively safe sport, the use of protective headgear is desired by some individuals. Headwaters will support you and your daughter if you decide to wear a helmet. It is our recommendation that if you choose to buy a helmet, the color is all white.
to view, download and/or print this page as a pdf please click here
Headwaters Lacrosse K/2nd Girls
Season: April 3rdt – June 12th
Philosophy: All skill levels are welcome with a concentration on improving skills, building confidence on and off the field, instilling the importance of team, integrity and community, and nurturing a passion for the game as an in-house league.
Format: 7 v 7 or 4 v 4
# teams: 1
Coaches:
Head Coach Michelle Barton: michelledechantbarton@gmail.com
Assistant Coach: Becky Vujovich
Game Schedule:
5/6 Home Inter-squad scrimmages
6/10-11 Headwaters Classic
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR ACCURATE & UPDATED GAME SCHEDULES & LOCATION DETAILS.
Preliminary Practice Schedule: Starts (tentatively March 27th) 2x a week
Location: 4 Points
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Tuesday, May 23rd – Special High School and Youth Practice: all players at 4 Points Park
PLEASE ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR SPORTS ENGINE APP FOR ACCURATE & UPDATED PRACTICE SCHEDULES.
Girl’s Equipment
Required equipment – Girl’s lacrosse stick, eyewear and mouthpiece.
Headwater Lacrosse does not require helmets for girl’s lacrosse. We follow the MYLA and US Lacrosse girl’s helmet policy. US Lacrosse women’s rules allow for the optional use of headgear if it meets ASTM standard F3137. The purpose of this allowance is to acknowledge that while women’s lacrosse is a relatively safe sport, the use of protective headgear is desired by some individuals. Headwaters will support you and your daughter if you decide to wear a helmet. It is our recommendation that if you choose to buy a helmet, the color is all white.