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WELCOME!

As President of the Chapter of US , I would like to extend a welcome from the entire organization to our CT Youth Lacrosse Coaches’ Clinic. This gathering would not be possible without the dedicated efforts of our Chapter board members and sponsors, the New England Black Wolves and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Their work, in conjunction with the outstanding group of Connecticut high school and college coaches and officials who are working as our presenters, makes today a valuable learning experience. Please take every opportunity throughout the day to learn, ask questions, and meet these outstanding coaches and thank you for fostering the growth of this exciting game of lacrosse for our youth players. Have a great day!

Phil Schneider Did you know…………

CT Chapter Grants Program Since 2007 the Grant Committee has awarded over $16,000 in grants to various organizations throughout the State of CT to benefit the growth and development of the sport. The CT Chapter website has all the information you need to complete a grant application. Grant applications are reviewed twice per year. The application deadlines are January 31st and th September 30 .

For more information on grant applications or serving on the grant committee, go to www.ctlacrosse.org or call Mark Duclos, Grant Committee Chairperson, at 860-983-5630.

CT LACROSSE HALL OF FAME

The mission of the CT Lacrosse Hall of Fame is to honor men and women, past and present, who by their deeds as players, coaches, officials or administrators have contributed to the growth of lacrosse in Connecticut and the stature of Connecticut lacrosse nationally, and who by the example of their lives, personify the great contribution of lacrosse to our way of life. Candidates may be nominated in one of the following categories: 1) A truly great player 2) A truly great coach 3) A truly great official/umpire 4) A truly great contributor In order to be nominated, a Nominee Questionnaire must be submitted by, or on behalf of, a candidate. The CT Chapter website lists the criteria for each category and has all the information you need to complete and submit a Nominee Questionnaire. Nominations are due by February 15th of each year and candidates are reviewed in March. The class is selected by a committee vote in April and the Hall of Fame inductees are then honored at a dinner.

Please visit the Chapter Website for a full list of Inductees, from 2000-2018.

If you are interested in serving on the HOF Selection Committee or if you have any questions about the Nominee Questionnaire, contact Rob Hoynes, HOF Chairman, at 203-915-2913 or [email protected]. 2018 Inductees Tom Arrix Rich Pulisciano Jack Reid Rich Heritage Allen Reed Al Tortorella

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Through responsive and effective leadership, US Lacrosse strives to provide programs and services to inspire participation while protecting the integrity of the game. We envision a future which offers people everywhere the opportunity to discover, learn,

participate in, enjoy, and ultimately embrace the shared passion of the lacrosse experience.

Your membership provides you with valuable benefits that are limited to US Lacrosse members and valuable programs to make the lacrosse experience the best it can be for all who participate.

US Lacrosse impact on the game: Notes:  Makes the Sport Safer  Trains and Certifies Coaches

 Trains and Certifies Officials  Creates Opportunities to Play through the First Stick and Soft Stick Programs  Elevates the Sport's Visibility through the success of U.S. National Teams  Provides grant opportunities to increase access to lacrosse

in under-represented areas

 Educates the Lacrosse Community through the annual US

Lacrosse National Convention

www.uslacrosse.org

Thank you for spending the day with us!

Kick-Off 8:45 AM – 8:55 AM Kick-Off 8:45 AM – 8:55 AM Welcome Phil Schneider, CT Chapter President Welcome Phil Schneider, CT Chapter President Safety Tips Dave Hiltz, Code One Training Solutions Safety Tips Dave Hiltz, Code One Training Solutions Session I 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM Session I 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM Multipurpose Respecting the Roots of the Game Field # 1 Goalie Drills & Skills Brendan Hylan, The Morgan School Joe Caruso, Earth Skybox New Rules Review & Points of Emphasis Field #2 Defensive Positioning and Safe Checking Kaitlin Gaghan, College of Saint Rose Dick Naramore, CLOA Session II 10:00 AM - 10:40 AM Session II 10:00 AM - 10:40 AM Multipurpose Attack Skills and Drills Field # 1 Playing in the Box – Concepts Katie Woods, University of Connecticut & Staff, New England Black Wolves Field #2 Improving Shooting Accuracy Earth Skybox Rules Interpretation Brian White, Guilford High School Diane Adamson, CWLOA Session III 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM Session III 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM Field # 1 Stick Skill Drills Multipurpose Clears and Transition Offense Danielle Tammaro, Pomperaug High School Graham Niemi, Fairfield Prep High School Field # 2 Fundamental Skills for Success at any Level Earth Skybox Team Defensive: Principles, Skills & Drills Erica LaGrow Bamford, Brendan Talbot, St. Joseph High School Session IV 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM Session IV 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM Multipurpose Possession is 9/10ths of the Game Field # 1 Defensive Planning and Offensive Response Kris Coffiel, Glastonbury High School Mark Paolini & Jeff Lombardo, UCONN Earth Skybox Getting Athletes Ready for the Next Level Field # 2 Man Down Defense Kayte Mills, Post University Andrew Fink, University of Saint Joseph Session V 1:00 PM – 1:40 PM Session V 1:00 PM – 1:40 PM Multipurpose Offensive Movement and Principles Field #1 3 v 2: Teaching in the Uneven Environment Mary Henneberry, US Coast Guard Academy Seth Jacoby, 3D Lacrosse Earth Skybox Speed of Play: How to Develop It Field #2 Goalie Skills and Drills Ed Duclos, South Windsor High School Brendan Hylan, The Morgan School Wrap-Up 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Wrap-Up 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Thank You & Phil Schneider, CT Chapter President Thank You & Phil Schneider, CT Chapter President Raffle Raffle