CLA South - Clover Spring Lacrosse League

Clover • Lake Wylie • Rock Hill • York County • Boys & Girls • Grades K–8

A fun, developmental, community-based Spring lacrosse experience for players in Clover, Lake Wylie, Rock Hill, York County, and surrounding areas.

Quick Overview

This league is held in Clover / South Carolina and serves the communities of Clover, Lake Wylie, Rock Hill, York County and surrounding areas. Practices and games are held locally at Field Day Park and surrounding local fields to ensure an accessible, convenient, family-friendly lacrosse experience.

Players register by their age division and get sorted into teams automatically. In January 2026, players will order a unique custom reversible with their name and # (purchased separately through our Signature Locker).

Throughout the season, teams will:

• Practice twice per week (U8 1st/2nd Grade once per week)
• Play Saturday games
• Participate in an end-of-season Spring Jamboree

Registration Timeline

• Black Friday Discount: Through Sunday, November 30
• Standard Registration: Through December 25
• Late Registration: Begins December 26 (if spots remain)

Players must be registered by December 25 to guarantee participation in the league. Players registering after this date will be placed on a waitlist and accepted as if space allows .

Our mission is to provide a fun, affordable, community-rooted lacrosse option that builds strong middle school and high school programs locally by keeping players developing in their own backyard.

Our Development Approach

CLA practices focus on skill development, confidence, and fun over plays and systems. We use a station-based training model run by CLA staff, followed by team-specific periods.

At this age, development and enjoyment matter more than plays. Players rotate positions every 5 minutes in games to ensure equal learning across offense, defense, and transition.

We reserve the right to adjust division formats based on registration numbers to ensure the best developmental experience.

Tiny Tomahawks K-1st

Tiny Tomahawks is our StartLax program in CLA South. This is our fun, low-pressure introduction to lacrosse. No pads required. We provide sticks (or players may bring their own), soft balls, and mini goals. Players rotate positions every few minutes to build confidence and game awareness. This was our top-rated START program last Fall — fun, friends, and fast-paced play.

U8 1st/2nd Grade Division

The U8 (1st/2nd) Division provides the full padded lacrosse experience for young players ready for real sticks and balls. Games are small-sided on smaller fields with **no goalies**, all midfielders.

3rd/4th Grade Division

The U10 (3rd/4th Grade) Division uses the 7v7 format or 10v10 format. Goalies receive training, and if none are designated, all players rotate through once during the season. Skills include spacing, passing, shooting, and fast decision-making — with full position rotation every 5 minutes.

5th/6th Grade Division

The U12 (5th/6th Grade) Division moves to full field 10v10 (boys) / 11v11 (girls). Training focuses on full-field spacing, transition play, and improved lacrosse IQ. Players rotate positions every 5 minutes — attack, midfield, defense, and transition — to build full-game understanding.

U14 Middle School (Grades 7/8)

The Middle School Division is for players without school teams or those seeking extra development. Practices are twice weekly for 90 minutes, with full-field games against competitive area programs. Players rotate positions to gain full-field experience preparing them for high school play.

Equipment Needed

All players (except StartLax) must have full lacrosse equipment. Boys: Helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, arm pads, stick, mouthguard, cleats. Girls: Goggles/Helmet, stick, mouthguard, cleats.

Refund Policy

CLA does not issue refunds. Instead, families may receive a program credit based on the timing of withdrawal. Credits never expire and may be transferred to siblings.

• 100% Credit: If cancellation occurs before the Combine.
• 50% Credit: If cancellation occurs after the Combine but before teams and schedules are finalized.
• No Credits: After teams and schedules are released.

Referral Program

When a new family registers and lists your player on their form, you receive a $25 credit toward any future CLA program. Unlimited referrals may be earned.

Division Adjustments

CLA may adjust division formats, team counts, or practice structures based on total registration and what we believe creates the best possible developmental experience for players.

Volunteer Coaches Needed

We are looking for positive, committed volunteer coaches. Volunteers receive an apparel package and work directly with CLA staff. Email info@clalax.com if interested.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Local businesses may sponsor the league or specific team reversibles. Sponsorship includes logo placement and community visibility.

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