John Pedace was the Head Coach at Tantasqua Regional HS who passed away a couple of years ago after numerous battles with cancer.  In his honor, the Central Mass Lacrosse Coach's Association holds an annual High School Game featuring All Stars from our area's high schools.  These games will be held on June 20th in Marlborough.

These games highlight some great local players who all came up through our regional programs.  

Please attend! 

Games are June 20 at Whitcomb Middle School in Marlborough. 

Underclass Game is at 5:00 

All-American Awards are at 6:00

Senior Game is at 6:30

Winners will be contacted before 5/31 for prize distribution

• May 1 - Britney Evans - 100.00 visa gift card

May 2 - Jenn Soule - 5 express washes (scrubadub) 10.00 DD gift card

• May 3 - Paula LaCroix - Story Land - 2 passes
• May 4 - Chuck Lutz - 2 VIP passes Boston Tea Party
• May 5 - Xavier Caban - 50.00 gift card -Batters Box
• May 6 - Sean Tien - 2 passes - Boston Duck Tours
• May 7 - John Ventola - 100.00 visa gift card
• May 8 - Michele Churchill - Discovery Museum. 4 passes
• May 9 -  Grimaldo Avelar - Gen Admission for 2 - Southwick Zoo 
• May 10th - Kim Krivitsky. 25.00 Bertucci’s gift card.

• May 11th - Amanda Julian. Thirty one utility tote and sling back bag / $10 Dunkin’ Donuts gift card

• May 12th winner - Maureen King. $100.00 visa gift card.
• May 13th - Emily Collins - Stonewall Kitchen Gift Basket
• May 14th - Eric / Bridget - Four Flex Tickets - Providence Bruins / 25.00 Bertucci Gift Card
• May 15th - Mirna Alvarez - 25.00 Gift Card to Pleasant Pizza
• May 16th - Dave Maroney - 100.00 visa gift card!
• May 17th - Ellen Doerle - 4 General Admission Tickets Paw Sox
• May 18th - Charlie Gentile - 50.00 Wellys gift card.
• May 19th - Mark Matijevic - Vin Bin Gift Card - 50.00
• May 20th - Michael DaCruz - 2 tickets - Boston Red Sox Game
• May 21st - Michael Reeney - 25.00 gift card (99) and 20.00 gift card (Medusa Brewing)

• May 22nd - Lilla Gaffney - 50.00 gift card - Legal Sea Foods

• May 23 - Laura Millard - 33.00 —Rail Trail gift card.

• May 24 - Geretha Hizey — 100.00 visa gift card
• May 25 — Christy Allison - AAA membership 1 year

2019 Calendar Raffles are now available for purchase!   Please contact calendars_mhyl@yahoo.com to purchase.  

FOUNDATIONS LACROSSE - Fall Skills Training - 2018!   Grades K - 12.  These skill clinics are open to all players at any level that simply want to get better.  Foundations Lacrosse is offering a Saturday morning program - see link below to register.

   https://leagueathletics.com/Registration/Default.asp?n=108657&org=FOUNDATIONSLACROSSE.COM

Fore Kicks offers basic lacrosse instruction for kids ages 4-12! Sticklers program (ages 4-5 and 6-7) and LAX 101 (ages 8-12) for kids who are interested but have never played before. All programs focus on basic stick skills, throwing, catching, etc. Fall session begins on Wednesday 9/5/18. When registering - please list MHYL as a referral.

MHYL is hosting the Keeper of Lacrosse games on Sunday May 27th at Whitcomb Middle School. These games are a collection of players from the MBYLL West Central region who were selected by their coaches for their effort, commitment, passion, and sportsmanship towards the game of lacrosse.

We would like to recognize and congratulate our players who were selected this week.

U11: Kyle Provost and Grady Cormier (game starts at 5PM)
U13: Hayden Kearney, Luc Masse, Patrick Haviland, and Alex Locke (@ 6PM)
U15: Will Papke and Connor Benoit (@ 7:30PM)

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Calling all HHS Coaches, Youth Coaches, Teams, Clubs, anyone and everyone! Join us for this great opportunity for a super fun, team building Color Run! You can run, walk, do laps or the 5K route! There will be food, dancing, raffles, lots of prizes and so much fun! We have a discounted rate of $20/participant for a minimum of ten people on a team! We will also have incentive prizes for the team that brings in the most pledges and also for the most team spirit. We promise you don't want to miss this!

The Hudson High School Jr. Booster Club is hosting thier first TOWN WIDE EVENT; a 5k Color Run! If your business or organization is interested in making a donation, please see attached flyer. Your contribution will allow us to continue to support local athletics as well as help with our scholarship fundraising. Thank you for your support!

For three days, Gillette Stadium transforms into the epicenter of men's college lacrosse as elite squads battle to earn the title of National Champions. 3 Days. 3 Championships. The Ultimate Lacrosse Experience. Plan your trip now!

Saturday, May 26

• 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM - Division I Men's Semifinals

Sunday, May 27

• 1:00 PM - Division III Men's Championship
• 4:00 PM - Division II Men's Championship

Monday, May 28

• 1:00 PM - Division I Men's Championship

All ticket prices include the price of parking.

Buy Tickets HERE and use code "MHLAX" to sit with the group and save!

Use the code MBYLL for a 20.00 duscount off standard ticket price!!

When: Sunday, May 27th - 11AM - 2PM (VIP session from 2PM - 3PM)

Where: Boston University - New Balance Field - 278 Babcock St, Boston, MA 02215

Summary: 3 hours of lacrosse training, competition, and fan experience with the #1 player in the world. In our 2nd year of Rabil Tour, expect a revamped drills and demos, new competitions, and even more high-value prizes and giveaways.

April Vacation Clinic at Babson College from April 17th-20th. It will be a great way for players to improve on their skills during their week off from school, and you can find more information on our website http://primetimelacrosse.com/april-vacation-clinic/. 

Families of Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse League,

Welcome to the 2018 Spring season! We're thrilled that you, your teammates, your coaches, and your town are part of one of the largest and most influential youth lacrose leagues in the world. We cannot wait until the games begin ONE MONTH from now.

While you get ready (many of our 800 teams have begun practices), we wanted to share with you our email newsletter. We hope you find value in being a part of MBYLL and the partnerships, sponsors, and relationships we've built to make this a great experience for you.

Our periodic newsletter will provide all of our players, families, and coaches with:

• Important information on the season                     
• Special events for coaches and players
• Discount offers on lacrosse equipment & training materials
• Lacrosse events and happenings in our community

We will see you all out on the fields (hopefully free of snow) on April 8th. Until then, have a great March, practice hard, make new friends, and enjoy it!!!

On behalf of the all-volunteer board of directors,

Joey Picard, MBYLL Communications

LEAGUE SCHEDULE: 

Over 3,000 games for 758 teams in 97 organizations representing 140 cities/towns for the 2018 Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse season are currently being scheduled!

IMPORTANT DATES:

• Week 1 Select – April 6 & 7
• Week 1 Classic – Sun, April 8
• SAVE THE DATE – JAMBOREE
  • June 9-10: Levels 5/6 & 7/8
  • June 16-17: Levels 1/2 & 3/4

https://leagueathletics.com/Page.asp?n=34734&org=HTP.MBYLL.ORG

Thursday Night (6:00-8:00) - uniform fittings: Players need to attend uniform fitting to try on uniform and order shorts. This should only take only a few minutes. Additionally, if you have found that your son has outgrown equipment (as many kids discovered on Saturday), please consider bringing outgrown equipment for an equipment trade. Players who currently have a uniform from winter league, do not need to attend (unless they need new shorts). Uniform fittings will be held at Long Cadillac in Southboro this year. 218 Turnpike Rd (Rt. 9), Southboro

Friday Night (7:30-8:30) - skills drills: U9, U11 and new U13 players should attend.

Saturday afternoon - indoor practices at ForeKicks:  Please note that the times change each week (this is due to ForeKicks availability). U9 and U11 @1:00; U13 @ 2:00; U15 @ 3:00

Pleae be sure to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start time to allow for equipment. 

SAVE THE DATE - Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse League Shop Weekend at DICK'S Sporting Goods is Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4. Print/save the flyer to save 20% off throughout the store! Valid at all MA, RI and NH Dick's Sporting Goods locations!

MHYL is excited to announce our skills practices for U9 and new U11 & U13 players. These practices are Friday nights from7:30-8:30 at In the Batters Box in Hudson. Practices focus on building skills like passing, ground balls, and craddling. Returning U11 players are welcome, but this practice will really focus on basic skills. Only new U13 players should attend this practice due to limited space.

For your planning purposes, indoor practices for all levels will begin Saturday, February 24 at ForeKicks in Marlborough between 12 and 3. Exact times for each team will be announced soon. We will have 6 indoor practices at ForeKicks at varying times. A full schedule of those times will be published soon. 

For all practices, players should be at practice at least 10 minutes prior to practice to allow for getting their equipment on to maximize practice time. Full equipment including a cup is required. 

In the Batters Box: 312 Main St., Hudson

ForeKicks: 219 Forest St., Marlborough

 Winter Session 1 --  Champions!

Defensive & Goalie Skills Clinics! 

December 3rd at Gillette Stadium

DEFENSE

CLICK HERE to sign up for 2:30pm - 4pm clinic!

CLICK HERE to sign up for 4:30pm - 6pm clinic!

GOALIE

CLICK HERE to sign up for 2:30pm - 4pm clinic!

CLICK HERE to sign up for 4:30pm - 6pm clinic!

Offensive Skills Clinics Dec. 17th!

For U9/U11 and U13/U15 

Sign up for our Offensive Skills Clinic at Gillette Stadium's Empower Field House! Two clinics available for different age groups. 

Space is limited!

CLICK HERE to sign up for 10am - 12:30pm clinic!

CLICK HERE to sign up for 1:30pm - 4pm clinic!

Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse League awards a scholarship to one graduating youth player and one active AO (Associate Official) who best embody the mission of the league: To Teach, To Grow, To Honor the sport of lacrosse. The Leadership Award is named for former MBYLL player and Associate Official McCrae Williams who passed away in 2017. McCrae Williams was an enormous ambassador of the game locally and internationally, excelled as a player in the Weston Youth Lacrosse program, and was an exemplary official for MBYLL and EMLOA.

The winner of the 2017 MBYLL Player Scholarship & McCrae Williams Memorial Leadership Award is:

Michael McLaughlin, Stoughton Youth Lacrosse

The winner ofthe 2017 MBYLL AO Scholarship & McCrae Williams Memorial Leadership Award is:

Trevor Carroll, Norwood Youth Lacrosse

Michael & Trevor will receive $500 scholarships on behalf of Mass Bay Youth Lacrosse League. They will be recognized at a future Boston Cannons game and will serve as ambassadors of our league, along with past recipients Declan Buckley of Walpole Youth Lacrosse and Ryan Frost of Georgetown Youth Lacrosse.

They will also be given the McCrae Williams Memorial Leadership Award which recognizes their contribution to the sport off-the-field and in their communities. This award is named after the late McCrae James Williams of Weston Youth Lacrosse, a former MBYLL player and accomplished Associate Official. To learn more about McCrae's legacy and the impact he had on the sport locally and internationally, please visit the website of the McCrae James Williams Foundation.

Congratulations to the Scholarship Winners!

Reminder:  The online clothing store closes on November 19.  Take adavntage of this opportunity to start your holiday shopping early. We have some great new items this year Please follow the link below to order. 

https://mhlax.itemorder.com/

MHYL is excited to open our clothing store for the season. New items have been added!

All orders must be placed by November 19th. Orders will be processed before Christmas if you want to start your Christmas shopping for that special lacrosse player (and their family). 

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Winter lacrosse begins soon for our first session. If you have not already done so, please email Christie Huther with what session you will be playing. If you have already emailed, Christie, please expect detailed confirmation in the next few days!

Forekicks has 7 vs. 7 player games offered for two sessions. Session  is 1 Nov. 14- Jan 18 and Session 2 is Jan 23- Mar 18.   U11 and U13 are Tuesday nights. U15 plays Friday. 

Forekicks has also partnered with Laxachusetts to offer a 6 vs. 6 Box lacrosse session. There is only one session December 3- January 18 and all U11, U13, and U15 games are on Sundays. 6 vs. 6 games are faster paced games. 

If you are interested, please email Christie Huther at  . Please include what level your son will be playing this year, 6 v 6 or 7 v 7 and what session. 

Two Nations Lacrosse is a local program that is run by a former Marlboro player, Jeff Desko. Skills sessions start November 8th for grades 5-7 and November 9th for grades 8-12.  The program is a 6 week session, evenings from 7-8 pm.

The cost is $165 for the session, focussing on skills, fundamentals and form but more importantly on tweaking all the little things that make a player better.

http://twonationslax.leag1.com/Registration

Comlax is selling Warrior lax cleats for $25 in Marlboro. Sizes were 6 and smaller. Great Deal to share wiith our mhlax families!

http://comlax.purehockey.com/product/Burn_9.0_Cleats/itm/18797-21/?mtx_id=0

Comlax...
739 Donald Lynch Blvd, Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 460-0306
Open until 9 PM

Please see the links below for a goalie and offense clinic offered by the Boston Cannons on Friday November 10^th.  After these clinics they will be holding a Cannons practice with a few Cannons players with their head coach where you are more than welcome to stay and watch!

Goalie Clinic http://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/oX6AB8U6481Fl?domain=events.constantcontact.com

• Friday November 10th from 4:30pm to 6pm
• Home Grown Indoor Sports
• Open to Boys ages 11-15
• Cost: $60

Offense Clinic  http://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/ANVrBYURO7YtW?domain=events.constantcontact.com

• Friday November 10th from 2:30pm to 4pm
• Home Grown Indoor Sports
• Open to Boys ages 11-15
• Cost: $60

Be sure to stop by the Boston Cannons branded tent and table and see Aaron Stanton.  He will have Boston Cannon tickets and merchandise for sale IN ADDITION TO A FREE RAFFLE FOR A COMPLETE STRINGKING STICK!!!!

Hope to see you there!!

https://youtu.be/198fa2MDgJI

Sign up to receive information on future clinics @ bostoncannons.com

Marlborough Hudson Youth Lacrosse is growing our program through two exciting opportunities-

1. We are exchanging lacrosse equipment for our growing players. If you have old/outgrown equipment, please bring it Saturday or Sunday to the Lax and Learn clinics. 

2. Marlborough-Hudson Youth Lacrosse is holding two free "Lax and Learn" clinics this weekend.  No equipment is needed. We hope to have a big turnout of new players to come and have some fun.  Lacrosse is a great way to stay in shape and have fun! 

Returning lacrosse players are welcome (and encouraged) to attend the Lax and Learn clinic- bring your sticks and bring some friends!

Lax and Learn Clinics:

-Saturday 10/29 from 2-4 at Ward Park in Marlborough

-Sunday 10/30 from 2-4 at the Hudson High School. 

We hope to see you there!!

Congratulations to the following players who won at the Marlborough-Hudson Lacrosse Skills Competition Day.

Boys 

• 8 & under - Zachary Cormier
• 9 & 10 - Lucas Avelar
• 11 & 12 - Patrick Andrews
• 13 & 14 - Liam Weagle

Check back perodically for updates as winners are chosen throughout the month of May. Winners will be contacted to arrange delivery of the prizes.

Thank you to all of our calendar raffle sponsors who help make our league a success!

495 Truck Center
Allison Family
AllStar Auto & Cycles
Barry Family
Bertucci’s
Bolton Street Tavern
Boston Volkswagen
Cabela’s
Crave Candies and Gifts
Dunkin’ Donuts
Emerson Urgent Care at Hudson
Grinnell Family
In The Batters Box
Kennedy’s Restaurant
Long Auto Group
Longhorn Steakhouse
Marlborough Savings Bank
Marlborough Hudson Youth Lacrosse
New England Infrastructure
Next Generation Communications
Laser Craze
SkyZone
Ultimate Mobile Gaming Truck
Water Wizz

Marlborough Hudson Youth Lacrosse Special:

Sit with Marlborough Hudson Youth Lacrosse and receive group pricing!

For three days, Gillette Stadium transforms into the epicenter of men's college lacrosse as elite squads battle to earn the title of national champions. The action kicks off Saturday, May 27 when four Division I semifinalists compete for a berth in the championship game. On Sunday, May 28 two champions will be crowned before nightfall, as the Division III and Division II finalists square off in successive matches. On Monday, May 29 two Division I finalists compete for the timeless prestige of a national championship. 3 Days. 3 Championships. The Ultimate Lacrosse Experience.

Please note that parking is included in the price of game ticket.

Use the promotion code: MHLAX

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Hello everyone. Its going to be a great year for Marlborough-Hudson Lacrosse so lets show off our great program in some MH gear. The clothing store is up and running so please visit the following link to place your order. 

https://mhlacrosse17.itemorder.com/

This past memorial day weekend Marlborough-Hudson sent representation to the annual MBYLL all-star game in Leominster.  The boys represented the program well and had a heck of a time.  Job well done!

Jesse Matijevic and Henry Papke

Caden Grinnell Eli Tomyl and John Comeau

Cam Burke and Jack Badavas