Q. How old does my child need to be to play?

A. See the NVYLL boys age calculator or the USA Lacrosse Age Eligibility Guidelines.

Q. When does the spring season start and end?

A. Preseason weekend practices / clinics typically begin in early February. Regular practices usually begin in mid March. The first games are usually schedule for the last weekend in March. Most teams will play an approximately nine or ten game schedule that will conclude before Memorial Day Weekend.

Q. What equipment is required for lacrosse?

A. Girl’s lacrosse is non-contact.  Girls need a women's lacrosse stick, protective eye gear, mouth guard and cleats (soccer or football). The mouth guard and USA Lacrosse Approved Goggles are REQUIRED for practices and games. Suggested sticks for beginning players are 36" in length for girls under 5' tall and 48" in length for girls over 5' tall. Only the goalie wears protective gear that is provided by VYI. 

Boys lacrosse is a contact sport.  In addition to a stick, cleats, a mouth guard, and a protective cup; each player must have a helmet, shoulder pads, arm pads and gloves. This equipment can be rented from FCYLC.

Q. What is the time commitment for lacrosse?

A. In the NVYLL league, most teams will practice two or three times a week from March through late May.  Most teams will play nine to ten games.  Generally, boys games are played on Saturday and girls games are played on Sunday.  

Q. Where are practices and games?

A. We practice on fields in and around Falls Church. Our home field is the stadium turf field at Meridian HS. 

Q. Are there volunteer opportunities for Falls Church Youth Lacrosse Club?

A. Yes. FCYLC is a 100% volunteer organization. The success of the program depends directly on the involvement of each player's family. Please speak with a coach or contact us to discuss ways you can help.