Wilmington Lacrosse, located in Wilmington, Delaware, was founded in 1990.  The Wings Program has grown from twenty-four seventh and eighth grade boys to over 400 girls and boys in grades two through eight. The spring season runs from late February through early June. Teams are organized by: age, grade, experience and skill.

The mission of Wilmington Lacrosse is to provide an opportunity for young athletes to learn and play the game of lacrosse, and to have fun in a safe and positive environment that fosters good sportsmanship and citizenship.

Lacrosse can be a very expensive sport, especially for the beginning athlete. If you need assistance with fees and equipment, please email us at:  

posted 09/02/2010
 
Rippin Rope Lacrosse Club Try-Outs for 2011 Summer Teams November 13 Hockessin Montessori School 3rd/4th grade boys: 1:30 - 3:00 pm 5th/6th grade boys & girls: 1:30 - 3:00 pm 7th grade boys & girls: 3:00 - 4:30 pm 8th grade boys & girls: 3:00 - 4:30 pm Download registration form at www.rrlaxclub.com Black Bear Chester County Try Outs for Chester County Travel Teams USTC Turf Saturday, September 25 and Monday, September 27 U13 - U15 try outs: Saturday, September 25, 11-1pm and Monday, September 27, 6-8pm Register at www.blackbearlax.com

posted 08/26/2010
 
Each Week: 55 minutes of instruction, 35 minutes of controlled scrimmage. Boys and Girls ages 9 through HS ages Saturdays: October 16, 23, 30. November 6, 13. Location: Hockessin Montessori School turf field Time: 9:00-10:30 for boys/girls ages 9-13. 10:30-12:00 for boys/girls ages 14 through HS. Cost: $200 for all 5 sessions, $175 for 4, $140 for 3, $100 for 2, or $50/session To Register: http://www.rippinrope.com

posted 08/21/2010
 
The following are excerpts from an article in the April 1, 2010 edition of the Wall Street Journal:  "Youth sports injuries are reaching epidemic proportions," reports Alabama orthopedic surgeon, James Andrews. Dr. Andrews treats professional athletes. The incidence of youth sports injuries is rising. Some of the increase comes from the growing number of kikds who participate in sports. Another factor is the increasing number of kids who specialize in a single sport at young ages and who play year round. "They're putting more stress on their growing skeletons," says Dr. Peter Millett, a surgeon at the Steadman Clinic, Vail Colorado.

The Board of Directors of Wilmington Lacrosse echoes these concerns. We urge our athletes to play different sports throughout the year in order to avoid overuse of any muscle group. It has also been shown that an investment in a good mouth guard could deter the incidence of concussions. Click for information about Gladiator Mouth Guards

posted 07/30/2010
 
Starts September 12, 2010 USTC in Downingtown Cost: $95. Go to: http//:www.unitedsports.net/leagues Register with the Wilmington Wings in the 5/6 or 7/8 Grade Division. Games: Sundays 8:00am to 4:00pm Dates: 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, NO GAMES 10/10 Games, 50 min + 1 Playoff. No Practices.10 v 10.US Lax Rules.

posted 07/22/2010
 
We love our alums! At our 2nd Annual Wings Alumni Game, held in conjunction with the End of the Year party on June 5, alums arrived bearing gifts! The WLA Board will sell raffle tickets for these items, beginning in early November:  Duke's Jon Livadas donated a Duke helmet, signed by the 2010 Championship team!  West Point's Conor Hayes donated a shaft.  Hopkins' Kyle Wharton donated three heads.  Cornell's Chris Livadas donated a hat signed by the Final Four Cornell team.

posted 07/19/2010
 

Congratulations to
Wings High School Players!

All-Americans
Katie Applegate
Patrick Ashley  Eric Kelley  Ripley Nielsen

All State
1st Team Girls
Katie Applegate

1st Team Boys
Chas Robino  Eric Kelley
Ripley Nielsen  Trip Ashley

2nd Team Boys
Austin Beer  Andrew Michalowski
Jackson Keeler  Bucky Pierce  Ian Allender

Hon Mention Boys
Brad Freeman  Nick DiSabatino
Phil Drexler  Zach Johnson