Spring Season Registration
Ages
CO-ED 6U TO 14U BOYS AND GIRLS
(K - 8th Grade)
When
Practices will start late February (10U & above) with games beginning in mid-April. Season will conclude beginning of June.
6U and 8U will start when outdoor fields are usable.
Where
Indoor practices at ISD 318, ISD 316 Gyms or other available gym space until outdoor fields are usable.
Outdoor practices at Grand Rapids Oakland Park, ISD 318 and ISD 316 fields or Cohasset's Portage Park.
Games will be played in varying locations.
Practices
6U, 2x per week, outside only
8U, 2-3x per week, outside only
10U, 2-4x per week
12U, 3-4x per week once outside
14U, 3-5x week once outside
Games
6U - Intramural games during Varsity Game and GRALA Shootout
8U - Handful of games in Arrowhead Region. Home GRALA Shootout, first weekend in May.
10U to 14U - Up to 8 playable weekends including tournaments. Great Northern Lacrosse League (GNLL) weekend double header games across the state. Weekday games within Arrowhead Region if schedule allows. Home GRALA Shootout, first weekend in May.
Jerseys and Uniforms
6U shirts will be provided by GRALA. Shorts available to be purchased at Clafton Skate.
8U jerseys will be provided by GRALA. Shorts available to be purchased at Clafton Skate.
10U to 14U uniforms will need to be purchased through GRALA during registration if needed (if uniform fits from previous season, you do not need to order, jerseys and shorts are available to purchase separately). Parent/Guardian will then order at Clafton Skate after receiving number designation from Youth Coordinator. Number will stay with each athlete through their GRALA tenure. Parent/Guardian responsibility to have order placed by said date to ensure delivery prior to first game.
LACROSSE REGISTRATION IS A 2-STEP PROCESS
You must register first with US Lacrosse and then return to this Registration Session to signup. If you have not already signed up with US Lacrosse, please follow these steps:
STEP 1: Obtain current US Lacrosse Membership
- IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A CURRENT US LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.usalacrosse.com/join to go to US Lacrosse Registration and register your player(s). Be sure to PRINT and SAVE their registration number(s). Remember to register EACH of your players with US Lacrosse. Each player must have their own unique US Lacrosse registration number.
- TO LOOK UP/RENEW A US LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP: https://www.usalacrosse.com/memberlookup to go to US Lacrosse Membership Lookup.
- AGE VERIFICATION: All players must be age verified when completing registration. https://www.usalacrosse.com/age-verification?
STEP 2: Return to this registration and proceed.
Later in this registration session you will need to enter the US Lacrosse Confirmation Code that you received in Step 1.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
NEW THIS YEAR:
Prefer to pay by check to avoid the credit card service fee? You can now use your checking account information online with ZERO fee!
To complete registration through our secure site, please have your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or Checking account information available.
VOLUNTEER (DIBS) DEPOSITS
Purpose:
GRALA values the active participation of all families, as it is crucial to the success of our programs and events. This policy ensures we can continue to provide high-quality initiatives and fosters a spirit of community collaboration.
Policy Overview:
Each family (age level 10U and above) is required to contribute a minimum of 2 hours of volunteer service per athlete. This helps to ensure the smooth operation of our programs and supports our staff, participants, and volunteers. The following outlines the terms and conditions of our volunteer policy.
Volunteer Commitment:
- Required Hours: Every family must complete 2 hours of volunteer service per athlete, no matter how many players are in the household.
- Season Definition: The season begins on the first day of spring practices and runs through the middle of June.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Throughout the season, a range of volunteer opportunities will be available on Crossbar. Families are encouraged to check regularly for new opportunities to get involved.
Volunteer Hours and Fee:
- Fee for Non-Completion of Hours: Families who do not complete the required 2 hours of volunteer service per athlete by the end of the season will have a $350.00 plus transaction fees charged to the card or banking institution on file per athlete.
Exemptions:
Board members, registered coaches, and team managers are exempt from the volunteer hours requirement. These roles are considered active contributions to the organization and do not require additional volunteer hours.
Acknowledgement:
By registering your player and providing the card on file, each family acknowledges and agrees to the terms of this Volunteer Policy and commits to fulfilling the volunteer requirement for the season, except as noted for exempt roles.
Thank you for supporting Grand Rapids Amateur Lacrosse Association and helping us build a vibrant and engaged community!
GRALA FEES
The GRALA Registration Fee covers the following expenses: training aids, field supplies, balls, equipment, maintenance of equipment, storage of equipment, officials, coaches, arena rental, gym rental, field rental, league registration and tournament registrations.
GRALA Registration Fee DOES NOT include: annual US Lacrosse membership dues, player’s gear/equipment, travel expenses, DIBs and registration processing fees.
GRALA members will purchase a uniform for their players (boys/girls 10U and older) through Clafton Skate. It will be the players uniform to keep and should last for multiple seasons. It will be paid for along with registration.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Boys: Black helmet, men's/boy's lacrosse stick, gloves, elbow pads, shoulder pads, colored mouth guard and protective cup. Cleats recommended.
Girls: Protective eye goggles, colored mouth guard and women's/girl's lacrosse stick. Cleats recommended.
***Effective January 1, 2022, shoulder pads for men's/boys’ field players must be designed for lacrosse and meet NOCSAE standard ND200.
AGE LEVELS
| TEAM | DATE OF BIRTH (FOR 2025 SEASON) | 2025 REGISTRATION FEE (TO GRALA) | 2025 MEMBERSHIP DUES (TO USA LACROSSE) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coed 6U - Boys and Girls, May, Practice 2X/week, games played intramural at Shootout during half time of select high school games | 9/1/2018 - 8/31/2020 | $0 | $35 |
| Boys 8U - Practice 2-3x/week, games will be home shootout and a handful of games within the local region | 9/1/2016 8/31/2018 | $250 | $35 |
| Boys 10U - Practice 2-4x/week. Home shootout and travel for doubleheaders and tournaments, plus home/away with regional teams. | 9/1/2014 8/31/2016 | $350 | $35 |
| Boys 12U - Practice 3-4x/week. Home shootout and travel for doubleheaders and tournaments, plus home/away with regional teams. | 9/1/2012 8/31/2014 | $400 | $35 |
| Boys 14U - Practice 3-5x/week. Home shootout and travel for doubleheaders and tournaments, plus home/away with regional teams. | 9/1/2010 8/31/2012 | $400 | $35 |
| Girls 8U - Practice 3x/week, 3-4 games. | 9/1/2016 8/31/2018 | $250 | $35 |
| Girls10U - Practice 3x/week, 6 games. End of season tournament | 9/1/2014 8/31/2016 | $350 | $35 |
| Girls 12U - Practice 4x/week, minimum 8 game schedule, end of season tournament June | 9/1/2012 8/31/2014 | $400 | $35 |
| Girls 14U - Practice 4-5x/week, minimum 8 game schedule, end of season tournament June | 9/1/2010 8/31/2012 | $400 | $35 |
*Board members are exempt from registration fees, please consider joining our board!
2025 SPRING
Registration for the Grand Rapids Amateur Lacrosse Association 2025 Regular Season which includes spring leagues with the Great Northern Lacrosse League.
REQUIRED USA LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP
All players are required to have an active USA Lacrosse membership Valid through July 31, 2025. Memberships are $35 each. To purchase or renew your child's membership please visit USA Lacrosse.
AGE GROUPS & VERIFICATION
GRALA follows USA Lacrosse Age & Eligibility Guidelines and USA Lacrosse's Age Segmentation Policy.
*Age verification needs to be completed by all players.
In rare cases exceptions can be made for a player to play up or down one age level. Please see GRALA By-Laws pertaining to Player Movement to be considered for an exception.
TEAM EVALUATIONS
If registration numbers allow us to form 2 or more teams at the 12U & 14U age groups, player evaluations will be held to determine team placement per GRALA By-Law procedure.
If registration allows us to form 2 or more teams at the 10U and younger age levels, equal ability teams will be formed- evaluations will not be required.
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