Yes! Lake Houston Lacrosse will refer to our different divisions or teams based on player age, rather than grade. Why? Please see below.
As a member of the Houston Youth Association Lacrosse League (HYALL) Lake Houston Lacrosse is required to follow USA Lacrosse age eligibility guidelines. These guidelines were developed to ensure a safe playing experience and a fun and sportsmanlike environment. Grouping players of similar age helps to create a “level playing field” - An athlete's physical and cognitive maturity and development has a significant impact on overall player safety.
HYALL, and Lake Houston Lacrosse, will follow USA Lacrosse's Player Segmentation Policy and group our teams in 24-month segments (divisions).8u (formally 2u) for 1st and 2nd graders born between 9/1/2016 - 8/31/201810u (formally 4u) for 3rd and 4th graders born between 9/1/2014 - 8/31/201612u (formally 6u) for 5th and 6th graders born between 9/1/2012 - 8/31/201414u (formally 8u) for 7th and 8th graders born between 9/1/2010 - 8/31/2012
The USA Lacrosse age verification system is secure and easy to use. USA Lacrosse takes data security very seriously and is periodically audited by third parties for compliance with the latest standards.
1. Log into your USALacrosse.com account.
2. Find the member you need to verify.
3. Upload a valid form of ID. A birth certificate or passport is accepted.
Once you receive email confirmation that your player is age verified, please print your age verification card and place this card in your players’ bag to bring to all games.
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