News Updates
End of Season Party
June 08, 2010
The Garfield Men’s Lacrosse Club will be hosting an End of Season Party this Thursday evening (6/10) at Matt Kenny’s (Reid’s dad) home near Lowman Beach in West Seattle. The address is:
7135 Beach Drive SW
Seattle, 98116
Festivities are scheduled to get underway 5-5:30 and go on for a few hours. There will be food and beverages provided, and all players and their families are invited.
Matt says he has a rage cage, so bring your sticks.
The location is down a small dead-end road near Lowman Beach Park. You are advised to park near that small playfield, as parking adjacent to Matt’s home is nonexistant..plus most of the spots on that small street are for use by locals. Despite what Google Maps indicates, the location is not in the Sound, so much as it is adjacent to it.
It’s also been suggested that if anyone is brave (or foolish) enough to want to, swimming is also an option. Bring your shorts...
See you there...
High School Championship Games Set
May 27, 2010
The final contestants for the Washington Boy’s High School Lacrosse Championships have been decided. The Division I contest will pit longtime powerhouses Bellevue and Mercer Island against one another, starting at 7pm at Seattle’s Memorial Stadium.
The Division II game will see San Juan vs Lynnwood. This game will start at 5pm, also at Memorial Stadium.
Also on tap earlier in the day will be Honor games for the Youth League, pitting the best of both 5/6 and 7/8 players in short games.
There will also be “All Star” High School games later in the afternoon.
All the action begins Saturday 5/29, at about 10 am. Admission is a measly $8.
Please see the blurb in the Seattle Times for the official schedule and details.
The Garfield Men’s Lacrosse Club, along with Matt Kenny, will be hosting an End of Season Party for all Bulldog players and their families Thursday, June 10th at Matt’s home off of Beach Drive in West Seattle. Please reserve the time and date. We’ll be sending out the details early next week with the exact address and time, so be on the lookout...
The Division II game will see San Juan vs Lynnwood. This game will start at 5pm, also at Memorial Stadium.
Also on tap earlier in the day will be Honor games for the Youth League, pitting the best of both 5/6 and 7/8 players in short games.
There will also be “All Star” High School games later in the afternoon.
All the action begins Saturday 5/29, at about 10 am. Admission is a measly $8.
Please see the blurb in the Seattle Times for the official schedule and details.
The Garfield Men’s Lacrosse Club, along with Matt Kenny, will be hosting an End of Season Party for all Bulldog players and their families Thursday, June 10th at Matt’s home off of Beach Drive in West Seattle. Please reserve the time and date. We’ll be sending out the details early next week with the exact address and time, so be on the lookout...
Division II All Conference Team
May 17, 2010
The 2010 All Conference Team has been announced, and the Bulldogs are well represented. These players have been selected by the coaches in the Metro Conference as outstanding players at their position.
Attack (2nd team)--Reid Kenny and Cedric Rhodes
Midfield (1st team)--- Carl Barnes
Midfield (2nd team)--- Andy Boelter
Defense (1st team)--Jack Callaghan
Goalie (honorable mention) Danny Strick
Congratulations to all of you guys! You deserve it!
Garfield Lax 2010 Comes to a Close...
May 16, 2010
The 2010 season of Garfield Lacrosse came to a close this past Friday evening with a first round playoff loss to Lynnwood. Although the Bulldogs showed a lot of heart and waaay more class than their opponents, they unfortunately came up on the short end of a 16-3 final tally, bringing a premature end to their first post season appearance in 3 years.
This season, the players and coaches had to contend with any number of difficulties, including a spate of early season injuries that would have knocked many other teams out of contention entirely. The Bulldogs fought their way through these adversities to finish #3 in the Metro Conference...a feat all the more remarkable when one considers the fact that over 70% of our players are underclassmen. With these solid underpinnings we expect an exceptionally strong foundation for the future.
The members of the Garfield Men’s Lacrosse Club Board would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all players, coaches, and especially the parents and families who have generously supported the Club this past year. Without your generous contributions of both time and money, this Club simply could not function. We look forward to next season, and beyond. With your continued support, we will strive to provide a positive lacrosse experience for all.
GO BULLDOGS!
P.S. The Garfield Men’s Lacrosse Club will be sponsoring an End of Season Extravaganza (...ok, maybe not quite an extravaganza) where we’ll send our seniors off to their futures, and perhaps raise a glass or two (or more) in celebration of a fun season, and toast the future, too. The location will be Matt Kenny’s pad near the Beach, sometime in early June. Please keep an eye out for future announcements...
Changes to this week's schedule:
May 12, 2010
The game with Tahoma HS, originally scheduled for this Wednesday, May 12th, has been cancelled.
The Bulldogs’ return to postseason play starts this Friday, at 7pm with a quarterfinal game against Cascade Division leader Lynnwood at Lynnwood HS.
Please make an effort to get out to this game and get our guys riled up. They’ve played hard this season, and have fought through much adversity to get to this point. They and their coaches have shown tremendous heart and deserve our support!
And finally, from our friends up North, who find themselves in the NLL Final game at Comcast Arena in Everett, Wa...
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This week in Bulldog Lax...
May 02, 2010
Last week was especially satisfying for the Garfield Bulldogs. Wednesday saw the Bulldogs post a much needed victory over then conference leader Roosevelt with a 9-8 win. Friday afternoon, Garfield (7-4-0) continued their winning ways with a convincing 16-1 decision over Franklin.
Also on Friday, the playoff race become a bit clearer, with Blanchet’s (9-2-0) victory over Roosevelt (8-3-0). At this point, the ‘Dogs are solidly in 3rd place and are in the playoffs, two games behind Blanchet, and one game back of Roosevelt. With only two league games remaining, including one against Blanchet, the Bulldogs have once again returned to postseason play. Please check the current standings as the 2010 regular season comes to a conclusion.
This week’s games include a Tuesday night game (8pm) against Highline at Burien’s Moshier Memorial Park. Thursday has them in their final league game at Blanchet at 6pm. Next week, the 2010 season concludes with a non-league contest with Tahoma at 7pm in Covington.
Please make an effort to come out and support the team. They have worked hard all season and really appreciate your efforts to cheer them on.
This Week's News
April 24, 2010
Last week the Bulldogs came up on the short end in both of their games. Tuesday, they lost an overtime heartbreaker against Nathan Hale, who before that contest, had managed to scrape out only two wins on the season. Final score was 7-6.
The Bulldogs’ hope of bouncing back from that disappointing loss was frustrated last Friday in a game against #2 Blanchet in a game where our offense was as cold as the weather. The ‘Dogs managed to put only 5 goals on the board by the time the 4th quarter came to a merciful finish. The final tally had Garfield on the short end of a 12-5 blowout.
This loss drops the Bulldogs to 5-3-0 for the season, 3 games out of first, and 1 game behind Blanchet. With regular season games remaining against both frontrunners, the ‘Dogs are still in position to make up some ground in the latter part of the season.
This week, the Garfield squad will look to put those recent losses behind them and get back in the win column with a Wednesday (4/28) game against Metro League frontrunner Roosevelt at Genesee Field. Game time is 5pm.
Later on in the week on Friday (4/30), the Bulldogs travel to Franklin HS for a 4:30pm away game with the Quakers. Make note of the earlier start and plan accordingly.
Please make an effort to come on out to see the boys play. It means a lot to them to have fans on the sidelines, making noise and cheering them on. It’s a bit intimidating when the visiting crowd is larger than the home fans’.
Also, be sure to check out the recent additions to the photo gallery....
Results and News for 4/18/2010
April 18, 2010
The Garfield Bulldogs came up winners this past Friday afternoon in their contest with Eastern Conference representative Three Rivers at Genesee Field. The Bulldogs fought like, well, bulldogs jumping out to an early lead and never looking back. With multiple players scoring multiple goals the Bulldog attack looked as solid as it ever has all season. Coupled with a stingy defense and “nasty” play by keeper Danny Strick, the Bulldog’s chewed up Three Rivers in a 13-5 victory.
With this win, Garfield improves their season record to 5-2-0 to move within a game and a half of division leader Roosevelt, and a half game behind second place Blanchet.
The only downside in this victory was the loss of defensive longpole Danny Ingman who suffered a rather nasty double fracture of his collarbone. We wish him a speedy and full recovery...
Games scheduled this week include a night game (8pm start) with Nathan Hale at Summit Fields on Tuesday, 4/20 and an all-of-a-sudden important game with Blanchet at Genesee on Friday 4/23 at 5pm.
Please try and get out to support the team...your presence on the side line becomes all that more important as the season heats up.
Check out some of the photos from recent Bulldog games in the new Photo Gallery. If any of you have photos you’d like to share, please send them on for possible inclusion in future updates...
GO BULLDOGS!
Road Trip Results
April 12, 2010
The Bulldogs split their games this past weekend against the Eastern Conference on their roadtrip to the Washington State hinterlands.
The first game was on Saturday night in chilly, windy Yakima where they faced-off against Selah. After a slow start, Garfield found its pace late in the first period and never looked back. Backed by seasoned play from senior Andy Boelter (4 goals), Reid Kenny (3 goals) and goalie Danny Strick (14 saves), the Bulldogs improved their season record to 3-1-0 with this 13-6 victory.
Sunday’s game with Wenatchee (5-1-0 overall) was a different story. Unable to mount any sustained offensive pressure the Bulldogs were out-manned and out-hustled by a larger, well-rested Wenatchee squad. Cedric Rhodes contributed 2 goals, while Carl Barnes and Andy Boelter each recorded 10 ground balls. Keeper Danny Strick racked up 16 saves, but the game ultimately went to the home team who posted the 12-3 victory. The Bulldogs dropped to 3-2-0 overall.
The Bulldogs face off against Metro rival Franklin this Tuesday, 4/13 and Eastern conference visitor Three Rivers this Friday, 4/16. Both games are at Genesee Field at 5pm. Come on out and cheer on the team, they really appreciate the show of support!
As a reminder, we will be needing scorers/timers for both of these contests. Please contact us if you are able to help...
And finally, due to this past weekend’s activities, practice for Monday, 4/12 will be only 1 hour long...5-6pm...
Weekend Update
April 09, 2010
Just a reminder regarding this weekend:
The schedule for this weekend is as follows:
Game 1, Saturday 4/10 at 5pm vs Selah at Selah High School to be followed by:
Game 2, Sunday 4/11 at 1pm vs Wenatchee at Wenatchee Valley College.
The team has reservations for Saturday night in Yakima’s Oxford Inn. We’ve reserved a number of rooms there for players, families, and coaches.
Plans are to have players stay (4) to a room. Player lodging will be $25 each. Coach Kelly asks that all players bring $50 in additional spending money to cover the cost of food and incidentals for the overnight stay. Please let us know of any questions or concerns...
Players needing rides have been assigned to drivers with room to spare...you should all know by know who you are traveling with.
We will be at the Oxford Inn by early afternoon to set up the team’s rooms. If you want to stop by before the game to check in and get settled, please do so. If you are planning to go direct to the game, please be at the field by 3pm for stretching and warmups.
The Seattle Times High School Sports Highlights featured Lacrosse quite prominently in the most recent issue. In fact, there was even a piece about the Garfield/Roosevelt game last Tuesday. The video is here for your enjoyment. Look for our short, but sweet segment about 2min30sec into the video!
We look forward to seeing everyone at the games this weekend.
Looking ahead to next week, we have two games, one on Tuesday and the other next Friday. We need scorers and timekeepers for both games. Please let us know if you can help.
We’ll be posting an update on this weekend’s games later on and will give scheduling details for next week at that time...
The schedule for this weekend is as follows:
Game 1, Saturday 4/10 at 5pm vs Selah at Selah High School to be followed by:
Game 2, Sunday 4/11 at 1pm vs Wenatchee at Wenatchee Valley College.
The team has reservations for Saturday night in Yakima’s Oxford Inn. We’ve reserved a number of rooms there for players, families, and coaches.
Plans are to have players stay (4) to a room. Player lodging will be $25 each. Coach Kelly asks that all players bring $50 in additional spending money to cover the cost of food and incidentals for the overnight stay. Please let us know of any questions or concerns...
Players needing rides have been assigned to drivers with room to spare...you should all know by know who you are traveling with.
We will be at the Oxford Inn by early afternoon to set up the team’s rooms. If you want to stop by before the game to check in and get settled, please do so. If you are planning to go direct to the game, please be at the field by 3pm for stretching and warmups.
The Seattle Times High School Sports Highlights featured Lacrosse quite prominently in the most recent issue. In fact, there was even a piece about the Garfield/Roosevelt game last Tuesday. The video is here for your enjoyment. Look for our short, but sweet segment about 2min30sec into the video!
We look forward to seeing everyone at the games this weekend.
Looking ahead to next week, we have two games, one on Tuesday and the other next Friday. We need scorers and timekeepers for both games. Please let us know if you can help.
We’ll be posting an update on this weekend’s games later on and will give scheduling details for next week at that time...
Road Trip Update
April 04, 2010
We have finalized plans for the upcoming weekend’s outing to Eastern Washington.
The schedule for that weekend is as follows:
Game 1, Saturday 4/10 at 5pm vs Selah at Selah High School to be followed by:
Game 2, Sunday 4/11 at 1pm vs Wenatchee at Wenatchee Valley College.
The team has reservations for Saturday night in Yakima’s Oxford Inn. We’ve reserved a number of rooms there for players, families, and coaches.
Plans are to have players stay (4) to a room. Player lodging will be $25 each. Coach Kelly asks that all players bring $50 in additional spending money to cover the cost of food and incidentals for the overnight stay. Please let us know of any questions or concerns...
We have asked that you contact us to let us know if your son needs transportation, or if you can offer a ride to any player that may need it. We have had some responses, but there are still a number of uncertainties remaining. Please let us know ASAP, so we can make sure we have proper arrangements made for all who are coming.
Some families have responded to this request before the dates were changed, and it’d help us sleep at night to get a confirmation of these plans to make sure we’ve accounted for everyone.
The Club may contact you early this week if we haven’t heard any response...
For those of you living in a cave, you may not be aware that the Bulldogs won their second outing of the season 11-6, against Highline on March 26th at Genesee Field. Anchored by solid performances by Cedric Rhodes (4 goals, 2 ground balls) and keeper Danny Strick (16 saves) the Bulldogs are now 2-0-0, tied for 1st in the Metro division with Roosevelt (3-0-0).
Their next contest is this Tuesday, April 6th when the Bulldogs will face off against that Roosevelt squad in a battle of the unbeatens at Lower Woodland Park at 5pm. Come out and cheer on the boys; they are playing hard and looking pretty good this season. They will definitely appreciate the support!
We hope to see all of you at Tuesday’s game, and this weekend on the road...
Road Trip Changes
March 25, 2010
The rumors you may have been hearing are now confirmed. Coach Kelly has just informed us that the Friday, 4/9 game vs Wenatchee has been moved to Sunday, 4/11 at 1pm. This change was made since there was a conflict with the school schedule of several team members on Friday night, April 9th.
The schedule for that weekend is now:
Game 1 at 5pm vs Selah at Selah High School to be followed by:
Game 2 at 1pm vs Wenatchee at Wenatchee Valley College.
As you might imagine, we will be needing to reevaluate our lodging requirements based on this new information. Please stay tuned for further updates as they come in...
A quick reminder that The Bulldogs’ second game of the season is a 5pm matchup with Highline at Genesee Field tomorrow, Friday March 26th. Please come on down and cheer on the guys is what looks to be a very entertaining game. See you there...!
Weekend Update
March 19, 2010
First off, congratulations to The Bulldogs on their first win of the season! Very solid play and a fun game to watch. You can check out the newest High School Lacrosse Daily Updates, and get all the important stats for this game, and any other, along with team standings for the season.
Ryan Kelly received the following notice and would like us to pass it on to any interested player:
“...Select U.S. Men’s National Team players will be coming to Tacoma, WA to host a U.S. Men’s National Team Clinic and they want to coach you! Spots are limited so don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
Sunday, April 18
Curtis HS
8425 40th St West
University Place, WA 98466
Grades 3-8: 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Grades 9-12: 12:30-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 and includes Team USA t-shirt and chance to win other gifts from Team Sponsor-Warrior
All the money raised will go to support the team as they travel to England for the 2010 World Championships on July 15-July 25.
U.S. Team players selected to appear: Ryan Powell, Eric Martin, DJ Driscoll, and Paul Rabil
***subject to change
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, please visit: http://www.uslacrosse.org/TopNav/NewsandMedia/PressReleases/MensNationalTeamHostingTwoClinicsinApril.aspx
We hope to see you there!
...”The next Garfield Bulldog game is Friday, March 26th when we host Highline in a 5pm contest at Genesee Field.
As a reminder, The Bulldogs will be traveling to the hinterlands of Eastern Washington for a two game match with the Eastern members of the Metro Division the weekend of April 9th and 10th. We’ll be seeking lodging somewhere over there as a group. If you’d like to attend the games and plan on the overnight, let us know so we can get an appropriate number of reservations.
Message from Coach Kelly
March 15, 2010
We’ve received the following communique from Ryan Kelly this morning. Most of you may have gotten it, but I am putting it here for some wider coverage:
Hello Everyone
I am sorry for the late notice on this, but I am moving today's practice (Monday, 3/15) to Georgetown Play Field for today only. Practice will start at the same time 5pm and go to 7pm as usual. I told your sons about the change on Saturday, but I forgot to send out the e-mail to the parents.
Georgetown Play Field
750 S Homer St Seattle WA 98134
Also due to the injuries we sustained in Saturday’s Jamboree, I have canceled the out-of-division games vs Lakeside and Overlake. We cannot afford to have any more players injured, and I don't want to take a chance of having a player get hurt in a game that does not count.
One last announcement: We have our first Home game of the season tomorrow vs Nathan Hale @5pm. Please come out and cheer us on in our home opener.
Thanks
Ryan
Hello Everyone
I am sorry for the late notice on this, but I am moving today's practice (Monday, 3/15) to Georgetown Play Field for today only. Practice will start at the same time 5pm and go to 7pm as usual. I told your sons about the change on Saturday, but I forgot to send out the e-mail to the parents.
Georgetown Play Field
750 S Homer St Seattle WA 98134
Also due to the injuries we sustained in Saturday’s Jamboree, I have canceled the out-of-division games vs Lakeside and Overlake. We cannot afford to have any more players injured, and I don't want to take a chance of having a player get hurt in a game that does not count.
One last announcement: We have our first Home game of the season tomorrow vs Nathan Hale @5pm. Please come out and cheer us on in our home opener.
Thanks
Ryan
Some News...
March 12, 2010
This Saturday, 3/13 the Garfield Bulldogs will play in a preseason Round Robin Tournament, hosted by Nathan Hale. The team will play three shortened games. All games will be at Nathan Hale High School and their adjacent Fields.
The schedule and game locations are is as follows:
12:30 p.m. Garfield vs Lake Washington Summit 2
12:30 p.m. Woodinville vs Nathan Hale NH Stadium
1:45 p.m. Garfield vs Nathan Hale Summit 2
1:45 p.m. Woodinville vs Lake Washington NH Stadium
3:00 p.m. Nathan Hale vs Lake Washington Summit 2
3:00 p.m. Garfield vs Woodinville NH Stadium
The tournament format is as follows:
(4) Teams, each plays three mini-games.
Mini-Games: (2) 20-minute running-time halves, 5-minute half.
20 to 30 minute break between games for rest and instruction.
Coach Kelly will probably tell you something different at today’s practice, but plan to be at the field, ready to warmup by 11:00. Pack a lunch and extra water if you want...
The first official game for the Bulldogs will be this coming Tuesday, March 16th at Genesee Field. where the ‘dogs will take on Nathan Hale. Game time is 5pm.
Next Thursday, March 18th, we’ll travel to Lakeside, also for a 5pm contest.
On another related subject, The Bulldogs will be traveling east of the mountains this season for a two game series with Wenatchee and Selah on Friday, April 9th and Saturday April, 10th. We are planning to travel caravan style, leaving Seattle about 1pm on Friday the 9th. Players whose schools are in session that day will need to arrange early dismissal, probably by noon.
The Club is looking for reasonable lodging in the Wenatchee area for Friday night. Plans are to have 4-players per room, so the cost-per-person lodging fee should be quite reasonable. Players will need money for their own food/entertainment/etc as well.
We’d like to get an accurate headcount on who, other than the players/coaches, will be needing lodging. If you plan on accompanying your son on this great opportunity, please let us know at the Garfield Lacrosse Club how many extra people you want to bring, and we’ll try and get everyone in the same location. Please keep in mind that those costs will be your responsibility. When the plans are finalized, we will let everyone know the exact cost. Contact us with any concerns you may have.
Please see the Schedule for these game times and exact locations.
The schedule and game locations are is as follows:
12:30 p.m. Garfield vs Lake Washington Summit 2
12:30 p.m. Woodinville vs Nathan Hale NH Stadium
1:45 p.m. Garfield vs Nathan Hale Summit 2
1:45 p.m. Woodinville vs Lake Washington NH Stadium
3:00 p.m. Nathan Hale vs Lake Washington Summit 2
3:00 p.m. Garfield vs Woodinville NH Stadium
The tournament format is as follows:
(4) Teams, each plays three mini-games.
Mini-Games: (2) 20-minute running-time halves, 5-minute half.
20 to 30 minute break between games for rest and instruction.
Coach Kelly will probably tell you something different at today’s practice, but plan to be at the field, ready to warmup by 11:00. Pack a lunch and extra water if you want...
The first official game for the Bulldogs will be this coming Tuesday, March 16th at Genesee Field. where the ‘dogs will take on Nathan Hale. Game time is 5pm.
Next Thursday, March 18th, we’ll travel to Lakeside, also for a 5pm contest.
On another related subject, The Bulldogs will be traveling east of the mountains this season for a two game series with Wenatchee and Selah on Friday, April 9th and Saturday April, 10th. We are planning to travel caravan style, leaving Seattle about 1pm on Friday the 9th. Players whose schools are in session that day will need to arrange early dismissal, probably by noon.
The Club is looking for reasonable lodging in the Wenatchee area for Friday night. Plans are to have 4-players per room, so the cost-per-person lodging fee should be quite reasonable. Players will need money for their own food/entertainment/etc as well.
We’d like to get an accurate headcount on who, other than the players/coaches, will be needing lodging. If you plan on accompanying your son on this great opportunity, please let us know at the Garfield Lacrosse Club how many extra people you want to bring, and we’ll try and get everyone in the same location. Please keep in mind that those costs will be your responsibility. When the plans are finalized, we will let everyone know the exact cost. Contact us with any concerns you may have.
Please see the Schedule for these game times and exact locations.
2010 Season Starts Tomorrow!
March 01, 2010
It’s official! The 2010 season of Bulldog Lacrosse kicks off tomorrow with the first practice of the season!
As you all probably know by now, practices will be held at Genesee Field, between 5 and 7pm, Monday through Friday, Coach Ryan Kelly “kindly requests” that all players be dressed and ready to go by 4:45pm.
Team Captains will lead the team through warmups so as to be ready to start line drills promptly at 5pm.
Please be aware that participation in Garfield Lax activities are non-discretionary and attendance is a requirement for team membership. See Coach Kelly for further information.
Despite our gentle, persistent reminders over the past month, it appears that some players still have not submitted the signed Liability Waivers. Without having this important paperwork on file, League rules prohibit participation. This is a direct result of the Lystedt Law which is aimed at concussion awareness and prevention. Please understand that this is a requirement that will be enforced...
That being said, we are excited to be a part of Bulldog Lax and look forward to the start of this season. Players seem enthusiastic and ready to get down to some hard work. We are looking forward to supporting them, their coaches, and their parents however we can.
As a reminder, the Season Schedule is posted over on the right side of this page, and we will soon have that information added to the Calendar.
As you all probably know by now, practices will be held at Genesee Field, between 5 and 7pm, Monday through Friday, Coach Ryan Kelly “kindly requests” that all players be dressed and ready to go by 4:45pm.
Team Captains will lead the team through warmups so as to be ready to start line drills promptly at 5pm.
Please be aware that participation in Garfield Lax activities are non-discretionary and attendance is a requirement for team membership. See Coach Kelly for further information.
Despite our gentle, persistent reminders over the past month, it appears that some players still have not submitted the signed Liability Waivers. Without having this important paperwork on file, League rules prohibit participation. This is a direct result of the Lystedt Law which is aimed at concussion awareness and prevention. Please understand that this is a requirement that will be enforced...
That being said, we are excited to be a part of Bulldog Lax and look forward to the start of this season. Players seem enthusiastic and ready to get down to some hard work. We are looking forward to supporting them, their coaches, and their parents however we can.
As a reminder, the Season Schedule is posted over on the right side of this page, and we will soon have that information added to the Calendar.
Spring Conditioning Starts Next Week
February 07, 2010
Preparations for the 2010 Season continues next week with the start of the Spring Sports Conditioning Program. Starting Monday, February 15th, these Monday through Thursday, 5-7pm sessions will run for two weeks. These are designed to whip bodies into shape for the 2010 Lacrosse season. All sessions are at Genesee Park, under the lights...
Sessions are non-mandatory, but participation is strongly encouraged.
A few words about registration:
We have a good number of players who have completed the online form and submitted it, but have not yet mailed in the signed Waivers and payment. We also have a number of players who have indicated that they will be participating this year, but have not yet submitted any registration information to us.
If you are in either category, please go to the Liability Waivers, or the Registration form and get the process completed.
Also, please remember that it is a requirement that all players carry a current US Lacrosse high school membership. To check your status, renew, or apply for/upgrade your membership, please go to the membership page at US Lacrosse.
Final Captain's Session Tomorrow!
January 31, 2010
The Season’s final Captain’s Practice session will be held tomorrow, 2/1/2010 at SODO Arena Sports from 3:30-5pm. If you can make it, please try and come on out.
We’d like to thank Peter Vogt for running the clinics this year, and wish him luck as he starts the 2010 season of middle school lax with The CSLC Wolfpack where he is the 7/8 grade coach.
The Spring Sports Conditioning Clinics will start February 15th, Mon-Fri, from 5-7pm at Genesee Park. These are non-mandatory sessions designed to get all participants in top physical form for spring sports. It is highly suggested that all players make an effort to attend.
Registration continues...For those of you that have already registered, thank you!
If you are interested in playing, please visit the Registration Page for more information and to start the process. If you have any questions about this year’s program, contact coach Ryan Kelly for answers.
Captain's Session Schedule
January 17, 2010
Due to the fact that tomorrow (1/18/2010) is a holiday, the fanatics at Bulldog Lacrosse will NOT be hosting the Captain’s Practice Session normally scheduled. The field is still reserved for our use, so if players want to show up and throw the ball around, they are certainly welcome. Pete Vogt will not be in attendance...
The regular schedule will resume next Monday, January 25th...
The Captain’s Sessions are skill building workouts, designed to get those cobwebs knocked off of those sticks. Please bring your equipment and join in the fun. There is no charge for these sessions. (When was the last time you saw something LAX-related with no cost...!)
As we gear up for the start of the season, we’d like to remind all parents that the success of all lacrosse programs, not just ours, relies on the commitment of both players and their parents. Volunteer opportunities exist at all levels. Perhaps the most visible, (and fun) is scorekeeping and timekeeping. By helping out here, you become part of the game. You will get a chance to sit on the officials’ side of the field and gain valuable insight into the game and its’ personalities.
This year WALAX, the sport’s governing body in Washington, is hosting a scorer/timekeeper clinic on Sunday, February 28th. For a nominal $5.00 fee (OK, we had to hit you up for something) you can take part in a pretty thorough class that covers the rules of the game and how to effectively and accurately “keep the book.” Details for this year’s clinic can be found here.
Just one more reminder that Registrations are now due and are still being accepted for the 2010 season. If you haven’t registered yet, please do so at your earliest convenience. You can start the process by visiting the Registration Page.
Please be aware that we cannot allow any player to start official practice sessions without having all Liability Waivers, Registration fees and a current USLAX registration on file.
If you have any questions about the Registration process, you can contact either the Registrar, Coach Ryan Kelly, or us here at Bulldog Lacrosse, and we’ll do our best to help.
Registration Reminder
January 10, 2010
Just a reminder to all players that Registrations are now due. We need to get an accurate headcount so we can get equipment ordered in time for the season. If you have already registered, thank you. If you have not already done so, please sign up today!
Registration can be done by visiting the Registration Page and following the directions there.
As a reminder, all players are required to download, complete, and send in the Liability Waivers to complete their registration. It has been pointed out that some of the forms were not printing properly for some people. That has now been corrected. It’s especially important to make sure the Concussion Information part is submitted--without it we cannot let you participate.
If you have any questions about the Registration, you can contact either the Registrar, Coach Ryan Kelly, or us here at Bulldog Lacrosse, and we’ll do our best to help.
The Captain’s Practice sessions also continue tomorrow at SODO Arena Sports from 3:30-5:00 pm...
Captain's Practice Resumes
January 02, 2010
First off, Happy New Year Everyone!
The Captain’s Practice Sessions are set to resume Monday, January 4th, 2010 at 3:30-5:00pm. Sessions are held at the SODO Arena Sports Complex, and are run by Peter Vogt. The complete schedule is on the Calendar.
These sessions are non-mandatory and are offered free of charge to all new and returning Bulldog Lacrosse players. Come on out and get those skills tuned-up for the coming season! It’ll start before you know it...
If you haven’t already done so, please be sure and Register for the upcoming season. Please try and register by January 10th, 2010...at least do the online form.
Complete directions and the online form can be found on the Registration Page.
Captain's Practices Continues...
December 13, 2009
Captain’s Practices continue tomorrow afternoon 3:30-5pm at SODO Arena Sports. This will be the last session before the holidays.
These non-required preseason workouts will resume Monday, January 4th, 2010...same time, same place.
The complete schedule can be found on the Calendar Page.
Have a happy and safe holiday season, everyone!
Game Schedule Posted
December 03, 2009
The 2010 Garfield Lacrosse schedule has been posted. Looks like we’ll be having 13 games this season, including a Friday/Saturday jaunt to the other side of the mountains to play two against Wenatchee and Selah. The current Garfield Division II schedule has been added to our Calendar. If you are interested, you can check out the entire League schedule by going to the Sportability site.
As a reminder, the Captain’s Practices continue this Monday, 12/7 starting at 3:30pm at SODO Arena Sports. This will be a full contact drill, so please be sure and bring all equipment. Sessions last 90 minutes.
Registrations continue, with the process started by visiting the Registration Page and following the simple directions there. Returning players please be sure and include your current USLAX number, renewing it if necessary.
Captain's Practices Start Monday, 11/30/09
November 27, 2009
This Monday, 11/30/2009 at SODO Arena Sports, the 2010 season gets underway with the Captain’s Practice sessions. These start at 3:30 pm, and run for 90 minutes. Designed to get everyone reacquainted with the feel of a stick in your hand, these sessions will be run by Peter Vogt, and are open to all returning players and new players. Sessions are on Mondays for the next month or so, with some exceptions for the holidays. Please check the Calendar for remaining dates.
The sessions are “non-contact”, so no pads are needed, but please bring your gloves and helmets.
Please drop us a line and let us know if you intend to participate so we can get a rough headcount,
Also, please remember that Registration for the upcoming season is now underway, and can be started by going to the Registration Page.
Registration Opens
November 22, 2009
Registration for the 2010 season of Garfield Lacrosse is now open!
To start the process, please head to the Registration Page. Returning players should have their valid USLax member number available. You can check status and renew or obtain a new membership by visiting US Lacrosse and following the member link.
Please Note:
There have been some changes made by Coach Kelly that pertain to attendance at all Garfield Lacrosse functions this season. Starting with the official practices commencing on March 1st, 2010 no player who misses more than 3 team functions (practices, games, etc) will be allowed to continue to participate, and will effectively be cut from the team. Exceptions to this policy will be made only for illness or scheduled school-related academic activities, and will be at the discretion of Coach Kelly on a case by case basis.
This policy has been instituted as a direct consequence of past seasons’ issues, where due to the differing vacation schedules of our member schools, it has been difficult to field an effective, cohesive team during Spring break.
Please contact Ryan Kelly with any questions, preferably before you register.
Discount Weekend @ Seattle Breakaway Sports
November 20, 2009
This weekend, 11/20-11/22, there will be a 20% discount on all equipment purchases made at the downtown Seattle Breakaway Sports. This is a special sale just for the Garfield-affiliated clubs. To get the discount, just mention that you are with Garfield.
Perfect opportunity to get that Holiday shopping done early!
We have also added a Calendar page where we’ll be publishing important dates and the schedules as they become available. We’ve already added the Captain’s Practices and the Spring Sports Conditioning dates.
The dates for the Captain’s Practices are 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, and 2/8. These are held from 3:30-5:00 pm at SODO Arena Sports. These are sessions designed to get players ready for the start of the season.
Also in the Calendar are the dates for the Spring Sports Conditioning program. These are at our practice field at Genesee Park from 5-7pm, Monday thru Friday, March 27th-April 4th.
Finally, there is also a list of some drills and conditioning exercises that you may find useful. I’ve added it as a link to the right.
Perfect opportunity to get that Holiday shopping done early!
We have also added a Calendar page where we’ll be publishing important dates and the schedules as they become available. We’ve already added the Captain’s Practices and the Spring Sports Conditioning dates.
The dates for the Captain’s Practices are 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, and 2/8. These are held from 3:30-5:00 pm at SODO Arena Sports. These are sessions designed to get players ready for the start of the season.
Also in the Calendar are the dates for the Spring Sports Conditioning program. These are at our practice field at Genesee Park from 5-7pm, Monday thru Friday, March 27th-April 4th.
Finally, there is also a list of some drills and conditioning exercises that you may find useful. I’ve added it as a link to the right.
Registration Starts Soon
November 11, 2009
The Registration for the 2010 season is pretty simple. Prospective player's parents or guardians will attend a preseason meeting where Coach Ryan Kelly will outline the program and its requirements for participation. The preseason indoors "Captain's Practices" will be discussed as well. This meeting will be on November 18th, 2009 at 7pm at the home of Peter and Ali Vogt:
609 34th Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98122
Once registration starts, all interested players will fill out and submit a registration form online. Registration is complete when the club has received your packet of signed liability waivers and the fees for the 2010 season. For new players, registration fees are $150, with returning players at $250. This is in recogition of the fact that there is a substantial investment in equipment that must be made.