HGYL's Classic program competes in the MYL Classic League (AKA "Sunday League"), in which we play an 8-game season during early April through mid-June against other town programs in the West Central Region.

The philosophy of the HGYL Classic program is that all players participate equally (i.e. equal playing time) in all games on evenly balanced teams based on a player’s grade, age, skill, size, and experience playing a local game schedule in their region. There are no "A" and "B" or "stacked" teams, nor standings and playoffs at any level of the MYL Classic program structure.

*Please note that all program information noted herein is subject to change.

Update for 2024: Adding an extra practice time slot for the ¾ age group (scrimmages)

Our 3rd and 4th grade program is a three-day-per-week commitment, with two practices during the week and a game with their Classic team on Sundays. Multiple balanced teams will be formed in this grade group. This division, like all of the divisions in our program, is organized by school grade. Sign-ups are done on a first-come-first-served basis. There are no cuts and everyone will play, however it is expected that players make a commitment to both practices and games.

Positions for U11 (3rd/4th Grade): 8v8 ( 7 + Goalie )

• 2 Attack
• 3 Midfielders
• 2 Defense
• Goalie

Rules for U11 (3rd/4th Grade)

• Restraining Line = 5 field players allowed over midfield line (2 + Goalie back on RL)
• 1 pass required once ball crosses midfield (*attempted passes)
• No checking or triple teaming (crowding ball) / but players can double team

The goal of 3/4 lacrosse is to continue to develop a passion for the sport of lacrosse by focusing on further development of the fundamentals – passing, catching and ground balls. We will also spend time building stick skills with both hands and increasing “Lacrosse IQ”.

• Throughout the season, girls will play a variety of positions during practices and games to ensure maximum exposure and understanding of the entire game. We do not assign positions at this level.
• The biggest differences between K-2 and 3/4 are the size of the field and the introduction of a mandatory goalie.

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This program is a three-day-per-week commitment, with two practices during the week and a game with their Classic team on Sundays. However, if your player signs up for and makes the Select team, it will be a 4 day-per-week commitment, with the additional Select game played usually on Fridays.  This division, like all of the divisions in our program, is organized by school grade. Sign-ups are done on a first-come-first-served basis. Multiple teams with balanced talent will be formed in this grade group with no cuts and everyone will play. In addition to 5/6 Classic Program, the 5/6 Select team will play to be competitive and equal playing time should not be expected. It is expected that players make a commitment to both Classic practices and games.

Positions for U13 ( 5th/6th Grade ): 12v12 ( 11 + Goalie ) plays: 

• 1 square of Attack (4 Attackers)
• 3 Midfielders
• 1 square of Defense  (4 Defenders)
• Goalie 

Rules for U13 ( 5th/6th Grade ):

• Games are 12v12 and played on a full, regulation size field.  
• Restraining Line = 7 field players allowed over midfield line (4 + Goalie back on RL)
• 1 pass required once ball crosses midfield
• Modified checking rule (below shoulder)

In most games, girls will play one half at attack and one at defense. Middies may stay in the same spot the entire game. Girls will play a variety of positions throughout the season to ensure maximum exposure and understanding of the entire game. The only exceptions may be those who request to be a full-time goalie. We do not assign positions at this level.

• The biggest difference between 3/4 and 5/6 are the size of the field and the introduction of stick checking.  
• Girls in these games are allowed to check their opponents below the waist. This component changes the way the game is played significantly and puts a greater emphasis on accurate passes, catching and ground ball technique.

This program is a three-day-per-week commitment, with two practices during the week and a game with their Classic team on Sundays.  However, if your player signs up for and makes the Select team, it will be a 4 day-per-week commitment, with the additional Select game played usually on Fridays.  This division, like all of the divisions in our program, is organized by school grade. Sign-ups are done on a first-come-first-served basis. Multiple teams with balanced talent will be formed in this grade group with no cuts and everyone will play.  In addition to 7/8 Classic Program, the 7/8 Select team will play to be competitive and equal playing time should not be expected. It is expected that players make a commitment to both Classic practices and games.

Positions for U15 ( 7th/8th Grade ): 12v12 ( 11 + Goalie ) plays: 

• 1 square of Attack (4 Attackers)

• 3 Midfielders

• 1 square of Defense  (4 Defenders)

• Goalie 

Rules for U15 ( 7th/8th Grade ):

• Games are 12v12 and played on a full, regulation size field.  

• Restraining Line = 7 field players allowed over midfield line (4 + Goalie back on RL)

• No pass rule

• Modified checking  (below shoulder)

The goal of HGYL's 7th/8th Grade lacrosse program is to continue to develop a passion for the sport of lacrosse by focusing on further development of the fundamentals, while also preparing the girls for success at the High School level.

• We will also spend time building stick skills with both hands and increasing “Lacrosse IQ” by teaching a Wheel Offense and different defensive strategies.