U7 is for players turning 5 or 6 (as at December 31 of current year).
Dates for games/practices for Mini Tykes:
2 x 1 hr practice per week
Season Start and End Dates: Early April - Mid June
* Players on Floor: 3 on 3 - plus a goalie
* Floor: Crosscourt floor
* Nets: 3 x 3
* Game Time: 3 x `15 min run time periods.
* Face Off: Yes
* Shifts: 3 min.
* Contact: Place and Push
* Penalties: None
* Officials: Referees
* Score: None
* Balls: CLA Approved
* Goalies: Yes
* Special Rules: Fall Back Rule
The purpose of the U7 and U9 Program is to introduce, emphasize and develop the fundamental skills of the game of lacrosse. The focus of the practices, as well as games, is to promote an environment that encourages participation, skill development and above all else an enjoyment of the game.
Throughout the season, in order to encourage the development of this environment, there will be no standings for U7 and U9. "RO" will be displayed in place of a game score to show a game has been played. Please note that although standings are not kept or posted, standard game results procedures must be followed (ie sending in the scoresheets after each game).