CLA North • Huntersville Spring Lacrosse League

Boys & Girls • Grades K–8

A fun, developmental, community-based Spring lacrosse experience for players in Huntersville, Cornelius, Lake Norman, Davidson, and Denver.

Quick Overview

This league is held in Huntersville and serves the communities of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Lake Norman, and Denver. For Spring 2026, practices and games are held locally to ensure an accessible, convenient, family-friendly experience.

Players register by grade level and participate in a January player combine led by CLA staff and volunteer coaches. After the combine, players are drafted onto teams led by volunteer coaches — each with a unique name and custom reversible jersey.

Throughout the season, teams will:

• Practice twice per week (K–1 once per week)
• Play Saturday games against other Huntersville-area drafted teams
• Participate in a region-wide 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 be guaranteed participation in the draft. Registrations after this date (if space remains) will be randomly assigned to teams.

Our goal is to provide a fun, affordable, community-driven lacrosse experience that builds long-term development and feeds into CLA’s Travel pathway.

Our Development Approach

CLA practices focus on skill development, confidence, and fun over plays and systems. Teams use a station-based model run by CLA staff to fast-track development before splitting into team-specific segments.

Better skills create a better experience. Our system builds fundamentals and prepares athletes for future fun and success with the sport.

StartLax (Grades K–2) – 3v3

StartLax is our low-pressure, high-energy entry point into lacrosse. No pads required. We provide sticks or players may bring their own. Soft balls and mini goals keep the game safe and fun. Players rotate every few minutes to learn the game naturally. This was our highest-rated START program last fall.

K–1 Division (4v4)

The K–1 Division is ideal for families wanting the full padded lacrosse experience. Athletes play 4v4 on shortened fields with no goalies. All players rotate positions every 5 minutes, developing balanced skills and confidence.

2nd–3rd Grade Division (7v7)

The 2nd–3rd Grade Division introduces the 7v7 lacrosse format with six field players and one goalie. All players rotate positions every 5 minutes to learn spacing, stickwork, and game IQ. Goalies are trained by staff and rotate if no dedicated goalie exists.

4th–5th Grade Division (10v10 Full Field)

The 4th–5th Grade Division plays full-field 10v10 (boys) or 11v11 (girls). Players rotate positions every 5 minutes to gain experience at attack, midfield, defense, and transition. Goalies rotate if no dedicated goalie exists. Practices emphasize IQ, movement, and stick skills.

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

The Middle School Division serves players without school teams or those wanting extra reps. Teams practice twice weekly for 90 minutes and play full-field games against nearby programs, building skills needed for high school lacrosse.

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. Families may receive a

• 100% Credit: Before the Combine.
• 50% Credit: After the Combine but before teams & schedules release.
• No Credit: After teams and schedules are published.

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 is best for development. Player experience comes first.

Volunteer Coaches Needed

CLA is looking for positive, committed volunteer coaches. Volunteer coaches receive an apparel package and partner with CLA staff to deliver development-focused training.
To apply: info@clalax.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

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

Contact Information