Tryouts and Season Startup

SEASON START UP & TRYOUT INFORMATION

Knowing what to expect during the tryout process can make the experience more enjoyable for everyone. Please review the process and guidelines for our season start up below.

Floor times can be found below.
U9 Banditos - the purpose of this introductory level is to establish a comfort level with the game, stick handling and to develop some basic skills through drills, activities and instruction. We will post the U9 practice schedule as soon as possible.
U11 coed balancing only - there are no tryouts for this age group. Players will be balanced to create teams.
Tryouts will be held for U13-15 coed age groups.
U13/U15 Coed - Please note the first two sessions will be for tryouts. We will post the results of the tryouts on April 18th and assign players to A or B teams.
Players in U11 Female, U13 Female, U15 Female can report to the floortimes as posted.
Players in U17 Coed and U17 Female will be balanced (2 teams for each level). Balanced teams will post on April 18th.

REGISTRATION

Prior to the first tryout or balancing date all players must be properly registered and have fees paid in full or auto payment scheduled for April 15th. No player will be allowed on the floor unless this is completed.
If you have registration questions, please contact the Registrar. If you have not paid your fees, please contact our Treasurer.
Tryout fees for minor/club teams are included in registration. Junior tryout fees may apply for training camp.
Full equipment is required for all lacrosse tryouts. If you have questions about required gear, please read more here. This includes mouthguards.
All players are expected to attend the tryout sessions. If a player cannot attend, please see the Team Selection process below.

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE TRYOUT PROCESS FOR PLAYERS, PARENTS & SUPPORTERS

Arrive early. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your tryout time to allow for check-in.
Sign in and receive a numbered pinnie. Do not exchange the pinnie or trade for a different number. The coaches will be using the numbers assigned to evaluate players.
Players can be accompanied by an adult if required, but we do ask that only 1 additional person assist them in the dressing room.
Players must dress in full equipment.
Once the coaches are ready to begin the tryout, players will be allowed to enter the floor. At no point are parents or supporters allowed on the floor or on the bench.
Parents/supporters are permitted to watch from the stands.
Please return your pinnie to the registration table after each session.
The coaches will not be answering questions from parents/supporters on tryout days.
Please do not approach the coaches during tryouts. You may direct any questions to tryouts@dartmouthbandits.com
Players are expected to listen carefully to instructions.
Have fun! Remember, this is a chance to get out on the floor and play an awesome sport!
Come to the tryout well rested, ready to work hard and give your best effort.
Please be respectful of the other players, coaches and the overall tryout process.

REMINDER:

ALL BOARD MEMBERS, COACHES, TRY OUT SUPPORT & FLOOR HELPERS ARE VOLUNTEERS.

DISRESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR, DEROGATORY LANGUAGE, ETC. WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO: TRYOUTS@DARTMOUTHBANDITS.COM

All questions and concerns are important to us. We want to ensure that you get the most accurate information. Given the volume of inquiries, please use the email above and not our social media accounts.

EVALUATION

Things that coaches may be evaluating besides lacrosse skills:

Ability to listen and follow direction.
Ability to stay focused during drills (no horseplay while standing in line, no cutting in line, paying attention, completes the drills properly - doesn’t cheat running to the line)
Consistently being in the right position - this is usually achieved by good hustle and paying attention.
Good communication on the floor
Commitment to the team/session
Positive attitude and good sportsmanship

TEAM SELECTION

Teams will be posted on this page after tryout sessions are complete.
Players not selected for an A (Tier 1) team, will be assigned to B (Tier 2).
If a player cannot attend all tryout sessions, then players will be allocated to B team.
Players who change position (goalie to runner/runner to goalie) who are unable to make tryouts will be allocated to B team.
Coaches reserve the right to set a team at 12 players with 2 flexible spaces to be set after balancing sessions for B teams.
In the event of a medical exception (with documentation) to attendance at tryouts:
- Previous players will be evaluated based on level of play in the previous year
- 1st year players will balance to B (Tier 2)

All tryout/balancing inquiries should be directed to tryouts@dartmouthbandits.com

CHECKING CLINIC

All players at U13 Coed who have not taken a checking clinic to date must register for a checking clinic.
This is done via our registration page, selecting Camps/Clinics.
There are two options available:
- April 6 - 10-11AM (Shearwater Gym)
- April 6 - 11AM-12PM (Shearwater Gym)
Space is limited to 20 participants per session.
Any U15 player who did not attend a checking clinic previously are welcome to register for this session.
If you are unable to attend these sessions, please contact tryouts@dartmouthbandits.com