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| | | | | by Greg Dempsey posted 03/15/2010 MS Boys Lacrosse evaluations were cancelled on March 13 due to the weather.
The evaluations have been rescheduled to Saturday March 20 at 1:00pm. They will again be at Westhill HS (Lower Field).
Equipment sale / distribution will also occur on that date beginning at 12:30pm.  
| | | | by SYF posted 03/14/2010 Youth Lacrosse Players and Parents,
Attached is a letter written by the 3 FCIAC high school lacrosse coaches in Stamford with respect to youth lacrosse in Stamford and its direction.
Letter to Laxers 3_14_10.doc
| | | | by SYF posted 03/13/2010 SYF's Middle School Baseball and Sofball programs will be starting soon.
Check back soon for announcements on these programs and the opening of registration.
| | | | by Tony Spadaccini posted 03/06/2010 SYF is pleased to announce that it is hosting Football University's invitation only football camp for students in grades 6 to 11 from June 18-20 at Westhill High School.
*** Details below were provided by Football University ***
The creators of the U.S. Army All-American Bowl have started a new kind of football camp. Football University (FBU) is invitation-only and considered by many experts as the nation's most complete football training camp experience. Sports Illustrated and Rivals calls Football University "elite". This is the camp that trains the majority of All-Americans and provides college exposure to more than 400 schools.
"No Event is Bigger Than Football University." - Rivals.com
Are you a good football player? Can you compete with top athletes? Do you want one-on-one instruction from former NFL players and coaches? FBU's quarterback coaches privately trained Tom Brady, Eli Manning and Matt Ryan. FBU's other coaches have privately trained the NFL's best at RB, WR, OL, DB, DL, LB and DB. Nominate yourself today to attend the nation's premiere football camp: Football University.
FBU is giving be Recruited users a chance to nominate themselves and earn a slot to attend the camp, giving you membership to an exclusive, elite football club. FBU alumni include former Rivals top-100 players like Terrelle Pryor (Ohio State), Bryce Brown (Tennessee), Cierre Wood (Notre Dame), Christine Michael (Texas A&M), Randall Carroll (UCLA), Tom Savage (Rutgers), to name a few. And you could be part of that list, but only if you're selected.
"While All-Pro Andre Rison worked with receivers, retired Giants back Rodney Hampton helped running backs and Super Bowl starter Perry Williams assisted defensive backs, I had a cup of coffee with two of the best minds in quarterbacking." - Sports Illustrated
Log on to http://footballuniversity.org/nominations.php to nominate yourself. Our network of regional directors and instructors will review your nomination application and conduct additional research on your football ability. You'll be contacted regarding your status within four weeks. If selected, you'll attend one of FBU's 30 camps held across the nation in 2010.
"This was not just another football camp. This elite camp showcased talent from around the region." - Naperville Sun
FBU focuses on developing and enhancing the technique and skill of elite-level prep athletes. Modeled after NFL mini-camps, each camp provides three days of intense training-both on the field and off-including technique drills, film study, classroom testing, and access to hi-tech equipment, all under the professional tutelage of former NFL players and coaches. Our NFL instructors have personally trained Tom Brady, Eli Manning, Tony Romo, as well as last season's NFL Rookie of the Year Matt Ryan.
"Rush to the NFL: These guys screen the pros of tomorrow."
- The Wall Street Journal
FBU trains at all positions - quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, defensive backs, offensive lineman, linebackers, punters and kickers. Tuition is $579 for all positions.
For more information, visit www.footballuniversity.org or phone us at 973.366.5027.
Thank you,
Football University
| | | | by Greg Dempsey posted 03/05/2010 Registration is open for Spring 2010 elementary and middle school lacrosse. There are important changes planned for the 2010 season, so please read the program descriptions below. The season will run late March to mid June. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON MARCH 13. Registration has been extended to March 20.
There is a 2 step registration process.
1. Become a member of US Lacrosse. Membership costs $25. Players must first register with US Lacrosse before completing SYF's registration. US Lacrosse's registration link is ====> www.uslacrosse.org/membership/index.phtml
2. Register for SYF lacrosse by clicking the registration links below. You will be asked to provide your US lacrosse #. SYF's fees are listed below. SYF has a limited supply of equipment for loan, which will be available for scholarship students or others requesting it, on a first come first serve basis.
Middle School $200 (Boys and Girls)
Elementary $150 (Boys and Girls)
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Middle School Girls
The SYF Girl's Lacrosse teams will be competing in the Connecticut New York Lacrosse Association (CONNY). CONNY is one of the nation's most respected youth lacrosse leagues and has taken the steps to organize the area's girl's programs, starting in the Spring 2009. Membership in CONNY will help us in scheduling new opponents, and training resources.
A schedule of at least 8 games is planned and practices will be targeted at 3x per week. Practices may be in the evenings or after-school. Timing it TBD and will depend on coaches.
Middle School Boys
This year, SYF Middle School Boys Lacrosse has decided to change from a school based system to an age and ability based system. Teams will be formed based on age and ability. All teams will compete in CONNY Lacrosse, against teams from neighboring towns, of similar age and ability level.
We believe that this format will provide a better experience for all participants, through increased playing time and ability focused training. We also believe that this approach will create an increased level of safety for the participants.
We plan on forming these ability based teams at the U-13 (6th&7th) and U-15 (7th & 8th) levels. There is no separate fee for a travel team, as our new program is essentially made up of travel teams. It is anticipated that there will be at least one advanced "A" team at each level.
For more information about CONNY Lacrosse, visit their website at www.connylacrosse.org.
A "Skills Evaluation", for the MS Boys, will take place Saturday, March 13, March 20, 2009, to determine the specific ability level of the participants. All MS Boys are required to participate in the evaluation. This evaluation will take place at Westhill HS (Lower Field) at 10:00 am 1:00pm.
SYF equipment will be available for use in the tryout by all registered players.
Parents may also choose to purchase SYF's used equipment at this time at a cost of $100.
This includes a helmet, gloves, arm pads and shoulder pads.
On March 20 SYF will be selling surplus equipment only on a first come-first served basis. It will keep equipment in stock for the 2010 season for SYF players. For 2011, SYF plans to retain equipment only for scholarship players and other hardship situations.
Players should arrive at 9:30 12:30pm if they wish to use or purchase SYF equipment.
Evaluations begin at 10:00. 1:00pm. During the evaluations SYF Lacrosse officials will be available to answer questions and explain 2010's plans.
Team practices, games and locations will be detailed after the evaluation process and team selections are complete. CONNY conducts it formal scheduling session in mid February. Practices may be scheduled in the evenings or after school, dependent on the coaches schedules. There will be a minimum of 6-8 games played, including 3 home games in Stamford, plus post-season. Games may be played during the week as well as weekends. Added games may include competition between Stamford teams. We plan to begin practices during the last week of March.
Elementary Boys and Girls (Grades 2-5)
The Elementary Boys and Girls programs are focused on developing the fundamental skills of the game. Groups typically work on skills and drills for the first hour of practice, then reinforce the skills learned, in a game/scrimmage session, during the last half hour of the practice. As in the past, the programs are typically separated into age and ability groups. Programs practice one evening during the week, and once on the weekends.
There will be a Boys U-11 travel team competing in the CONNY Lightning division. Player tryouts/evaluations will be conducted throughout the season for participation on the team. Team composition will be decided by the coaching staff, based on ability, and the roster composition may change, as player's skills develop during the season. There is no additional fee associated with the U-11 travel team.
Coaches needed
SYF is looking for individuals with lacrosse experience to coach at all levels of our lacrosse program. If you are interested, or know someone who is, please contact Bob Cavaliero ( rjcav7@optonline.net) or Mike O'Connor ( mikeoco@me.com).
Our memberships with CONNY and US Lacrosse now provide us with outstanding resources for training and certifying our coaches. SYF has also partnered with the Positive Coaching Alliance, to work with our coaching staff.
Summary
The goal of the SYF Lacrosse Program, across all divisions, is to provide equal opportunities for all players, instill a passion for the game, develop the skills necessary to take their game to the next level, all in a fun atmosphere. Your full support and cooperation is appreciated. Specific questions about the programs can be directed at the addressees below.
Middle School Boys & Girls Bob Cavaliero,
Elementary Boys & Girls Mike O'Connor,
Middle School Girls Chuck Jepsen
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