2024 Annual Tryouts
#1 Source for Player Development in Florida
Are you ready to take your lacrosse skills to the next level and reach your fullest potential? Palms Lacrosse Club is a premier club in Florida that offers unparalleled player development opportunities. Our upcoming tryouts are your golden ticket to joining a team that nurtures growth, hones skills, and helps players succeed both on and off the field.
Why Choose Palms Lacrosse Club?
1. Expert Coaching Staff: At Palms Lacrosse Club, we understand the importance of exceptional coaching. Our experienced and passionate coaching staff comprises former college players, professional coaches, and renowned athletes who bring their expertise to every training session. They will guide you through advanced drills, offer personalized feedback, and help you evolve into a top-notch player.
2. Individualized Training: We recognize that every athlete is unique, with different strengths and areas for improvement. Our player development program is tailored to cater to each player's specific needs. Through comprehensive evaluations, regular one-on-one sessions, and small group trainings, we create a customized training plan that enhances your skills, boosts confidence, and maximizes your potential.
3. Exclusive Facilities: Palms Lacrosse Club boasts exclusive facilities in the Tampa Bay area. From our meticulously maintained turf fields at Tampa Prep to our central location in South Tampa, we provide the ideal environment for you to elevate your game. You'll train in an atmosphere where excellence is encouraged and constant improvement is celebrated.
4. Competitive Opportunities: Joining Palms Lacrosse Club means gaining access to competitive tournaments and showcases both in Florida and across the country. We offer a platform for you to showcase your skills and compete against top-tier teams, ensuring that you continually challenge yourself and elevate your game to new heights.
5. Character Building: Palms Lacrosse Club excels at shaping not only exceptional athletes but also exceptional individuals. We emphasize values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, discipline, accountability, and hard work. Through mentoring and leadership opportunities, we foster personal growth, helping you build character both on and off the field.
Join Us at Tryouts!
Our upcoming tryouts present you with a golden opportunity to join the highly recommended Palms Lacrosse Club. We welcome players of all skill levels who share our passion for lacrosse and dedication to player development. Whether you're a seasoned player aiming to refine your technique or an intermediate player eager to learn more complex concepts, we have a team for you!
Girls Tryout Details
1. TAMPA LOCATION TRYOUT
Date: Sunday, March 3rd
Time: 9:00-11:00 AM (Check-in 8:30 AM)
Location: Berkeley Prep School, Dickey Turf Field
2. MANATEE LOCATION TRYOUT
Date: Sunday, March 24th
Time: 12:30-2:00 PM (Check-in 12:00 PM)
Location: GT Bray Park
Eligibility: Female athletes between graduation years 2025-2033; Teams will be split into multiple Lower, Middle, and High Schools teams.
If you have any questions, please email support@palmslacrosse.com
We offer Regional, Select, & National Select Tracks for players of all skill levels
Tryout Registration
To register for the Tampa or Manatee tryouts, please click the link HERE
Note: You will be prompted to create an account on Crossbar, and then you will be prompted to complete registration. IMPORTANT: Please choose which location your player plans to tryout for.
2024 Outlook & Registration Options
Learn about what the 2024 seasons will look like.
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National Select:
This track is for our players who are college recruitment-ready or recruitment-bound. This track is offered to our most competitive players who are dedicated to getting in front of college coaches and playing with the best this region has to offer. This track has the most practice: 2-3 times a week for about 3 months per season; plus off-season training and development, which makes it a yearly commitment. This track has 4 showcases/ tournaments a season, most of which are out of state.Select:
The Select track is similar to the National Select track, still offering a great level of competition and a high pace of play in practices, however, it is geared towards a) getting your player to the level of National Select, or b) a player who is competitive and wants great instruction, to prepare for the spring High School season. The seasons are slightly shorter, however, still offers 2-3 practices a week. This track typically participates in 3 tournaments a season and has ale cart options for further off-season training and longer seasons.Regional:
This track is geared towards the player who is committed to developing in the sport, but might not have the playing experience or goals to commit to a Select or National Select track. Regional players are developing their skills and might be in their first year of club lacrosse / competitive play. When we are evaluating players, it is important that all players display the effort to get better, so Regional Teammates are committed to working hard to one day be asked to be on a Select or National Select team. Regional Seasons place an emphasis on practicing (typically 2x a week) and typically include 2 in-state tournaments. -
Players will have an opportunity to purchase a traditional season package that includes 25+ practices and 2-4 tournaments. A seasonal package is an ideal package for players who play multiple sports and can only commit to one travel lacrosse season.
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Players will have an opportunity to purchase a full-year membership package that includes Spring (Lower and Middle School players only), Summer, and Fall seasons. This totals 60+ practices and 4-8 tournaments. An annual membership is an ideal package for players who are fully committed to lacrosse year-round and want to take advantage of all opportunities.
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In the Spring, we offer Sunday morning clinic-style practices for our rec players. Our Spring season is a supplement to the rec season and is meant to serve as continued development with the team and coaches.
Our Spring clinics focus on strengthening fundamentals, refining technique, and offering high-intensity, high-rep practices.
Season: Late January to Early April. The season will end on April 7th with a game day vs. teams from England!
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Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays. Some Saturdays
Location: Anderson Elementary
Times:
-5:30-7:30 PM for Lower & Middle School teams
-7:00-9:00 PM for High School teams
-The Summer season begins at the end of April, including Saturday practices until the first tournament.
-Your end date is determined by your team’s last tournament. Many teams will go through the end of June. National Select teams continue through July.
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Tournament Information coming in early 2024
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Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays. Some Saturdays
Location: Anderson Elementary
Times:
-5:30-7:30 PM for Lower & Middle School teams
-7:00-9:00 PM for High School teams
-The Fall season begins at the end of September, including Saturday practices until the first tournament.
-Your end date is determined by your team’s last tournament. Many teams will go through early to mid-December.
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Tournament Information coming in early 2024
FAQs
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Palms LC creates a high-intensity, high rep, challenging tryout for players to showcase their highest talent & skill.
Our tryout structure gives coaches the ability to properly and fully evaluate new players and place them on the best-fit team. Coaches will be focused on assessing individual skills, speed, footwork, and attitudes. In addition to teamwork skills including communication, positional lacrosse IQ, and coachability.
The top players from tryouts will be offered a spot on a Fall 2023 roster. Players who did not receive a roster invite may be invited for a callback.
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We will be sending out email communications a week prior to tryouts and also a few days before. You’ll always be in the loop!
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Girls Lacrosse Teams are split by grad year (or a combination of grad years). We currently offer National Select tracks for 2024, 2025, and 2029 players. The Select track is offered to all high school, middle school, and lower school players.
We also offer Regional Tracks to High School, Middle School, and Lower School (grades 3rd-5th) players.
Boys Lacrosse Teams have been acquired by Florida Lacrosse Club (FLC). If you have any questions, please email director@palmslacrosse.com
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All players are considered for Select Level teams (if offered at that age group). If a player’s skill warrants a position on a Regional Level team, we place he/ she on that team.
Players are evaluated on lacrosse skill set, lacrosse IQ, positional speed & agility, coachability, and alignment with the program’s core values (Leadership, Effort, Accountability, Passion, & Integrity).
Regional Teams are comprised of players who need more coaching and development in the sport before playing at an elite level.
Select Teams are comprised of high-level players with the skill set and attitude to play at an elite level.
National Select Teams are comprised of elite-level players who are looking for out-of-state competition and recruiting showcases.
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YES. If your player is initially placed on a Regional Team she may be asked to move to a Select team. This would happen through the player’s development and availability on the Select Team.
This is also applicable for players who are looking to play up a grad level.
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If your player can’t make tryouts, please register her for tryouts and choose the “unavailable” option in the registration form. You will see an option for player availability, where you can specify that your player will be absent. We will be reaching out after the original tryout date to set up a small group evaluation.
**Please make sure you still complete registration for tryouts to be considered.
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The tryout fee covers a 2024 prospect pinnie and expert coaches who are coming in to evaluate players. A 5-star coaching staff is a high priority at Palms, so you’ll experience the best of the best at tryouts.
Tryouts will be run with quick reps, active coaching, and fast-paced gameplay. In addition to getting evaluated, players will receive a 5-star coaching experience.
The Best Lacrosse Tryout Structure: Finding the Perfect Balance
Lacrosse tryouts are not only an opportunity for players to showcase their skills, but they also serve as a platform for coaches to evaluate individual talent and build a cohesive team. Crafting the best lacrosse tryout structure requires striking a delicate balance between various factors to ensure fair assessments and optimal player selection. Here, at Palms Lacrosse Club, we have honed a tryout structure that has proven successful over the years. Let's dive into the components that make it the best.
1. Pre-Tryout Conditioning: We encourage prospective players to diligently prepare themselves physically and mentally for the tryouts. Providing access to training resources helps individuals arrive at the tryouts in peak condition. This allows coaches to witness players' true potential and reduce the risk of injuries during the evaluation process. Stay tuned for our small group training offerings on Wednesdays leading up to tryouts.
2. A Transparent Evaluation Process: Transparency is key to creating a fair and supportive environment. We structure the tryouts in a way that clearly communicates the evaluation criteria to all participants. This ensures that every player understands what is expected of them and how they will be assessed. Moreover, it encourages players to showcase their unique skills and play to their strengths.
3. Skills Stations: By establishing a series of skills stations, we provide opportunities for players to demonstrate their proficiency in a variety of lacrosse fundamentals. These stations typically cover stick skills, shooting accuracy, defensive techniques, and game awareness. Rotating players through stations allows each participant to showcase their skills multiple times, providing coaches with a comprehensive evaluation.
4. Game Simulations: To assess players' ability to perform in actual game scenarios, we incorporate controlled scrimmage matches into the tryout structure. It offers players the chance to demonstrate their decision-making skills, teamwork, and positioning on the field. Game simulations also allow coaches to evaluate players' adaptability, composure under pressure, and overall lacrosse IQ.
5. Coach and Peer Assessments: Including input from multiple evaluators ensures a broader perspective on players' abilities. Our tryout structure incorporates assessments from both coaches and selected peers. This comprehensive evaluation method provides a well-rounded perspective on each player's performance, enabling coaches to make informed decisions.
6. Communication and Feedback: After the tryouts, we provide constructive feedback to players upon request, irrespective of whether they make the team or not. This practice aims to foster growth and development among our tryouts.
