What is the Eligibility Policy?

Players must be residents of Maplewood or South Orange to register for Maplewood Lacrosse Club (MLC) programs. This policy was implemented to ensure that MLC can secure the number of volunteer coaches and administrators required to meet the needs of our high enrollment at all grade levels each year.

MLC participates in the New Jersey Junior Lacrosse League (NJJLL). Players may play for only one program at a time in the NJJLL.

MLC is affiliated with USA Lacrosse, the national governing body for lacrosse. A current USA Lacrosse Youth Membership is required for participation in all MLC programs as it provides on-the-field insurance coverage, among other benefits. Annual enrollment may be completed as part of the MLC online registration process.

MLC programs serve grades K-8. Boys in grades K-2 are eligible to register for our 6 week “Little Laxer” spring clinic. Second Graders may have the opportunity to play in a game or two toward the end of the clinic.   Boys in grades 3-8 are eligible for league play.  

USA Lacrosse uses a player's school grade (not age) to determine which team a kid should play on.   Under no circumstances can players compete at a level below their current school grade. 

For detailed player eligibility guidelines at the league level, see the NJJLL League Rules & Regulations guide.