BLA Fall Ball

Fall Ball Registration is not currently open.  It should be open by July 26th.  Thank you for your interest in the BLA and your patience.

About

The Buffalo Lacrosse Academy’s Fall Ball is the only fall 8 on 8 lacrosse training and league open to any interested lacrosse player in the Buffalo area.  Fall Ball was developed to continue the BLA mission of

• Providing lacrosse experiences to everyone in the Buffalo-Niagara region
• Enhancing the athletic ability and skill of area players
• Using lacrosse to promote character development

Fall Ball runs on Sunday mornings for two hours.  The first hour is used for plyometric training and instruction.  The second hour will be games consisting of 7 field players and a goalie.  8 on 8 lacrosse allows the players to touch the ball 5 times more often then 10 players on the field further promoting individual skill development.  Whether you are a first time lacrosse player or an elite team player, Fall Ball will challenge you to become a better lacrosse player while allowing you to meet new friends and enjoy yourself.

Dates and Times

9 – 11:00 am Sundays September 14, 21, October 5, 12, 19, 26 (November 2 - Cancellation Date)

Location

Age Groups

Instruction Breakdown by ability and grade 4-6, 7-9, 10-12

Training Session Format

Each session will be split one hour of training and instruction and one hour of games.

• Plyometric training and skill development will be taught the first hour
• Games will be played 8 on 8 the second hour, similar to fall tournaments
• Reduced numbers on the field allows the players to touch the ball 5 times more often then 10 players on the field·
• Defensive long poles will not be permitted except grade 10 – 12 category.
• Fields are 40 yards wide by 80 yards long reducing the space so players must learn to play in traffic (gain greater stick control)
• Experienced coaches from the BLA instruction team.
• Camouflage Fall Ball reversible jersey included
• For small additional fee, interested players will participate in 1 or more Fall Ball Tournaments

Requirements

• Possess strong moral character
• Willingness to learn and work hard
• US Lacrosse membership
• Equipment: All players are responsible to provide their own equipment including helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves and mouthpiece.  Failure to have any of the above will prevent athlete from participating on that given day.   If you are a first time lacrosse player and in need of equipment, Blue Bison Sports in the Transitown Plaza (4185 Transit Road Williamsville, NY 14221 Ph:716-631-4792) has an equipment package on special if you tell them you are from the BLA Fall Ball League.

Instruction Team

The Buffalo Lacrosse Academy’s instructors are its most important and impressive characteristic.  For more information on the BLA staff click here.

Schedule and Updates

Please be sure to check the “Schedule and Updates” link under the “Fall Ball” link above for the latest league news.  At times there are unforeseen events that need to be communicated including weather, facility, tournament news and more.

Fees

• $85 before September 1st
• $95 after September 1st

DISCLAIMER

Before signing up please review your son’s schedule to be sure that they can attend most if not all of the dates.  We are unable to grant refunds except for medical emergencies should your son be unable to make some or all of the dates.

RAIN DISCLAIMER

November 4 has been reserved as the make-up date if the Directors of the BLA Fall Ball cancel one of the days due severe weather that proper instruction is unable to take place (such as an entire day of lightning storms).  Please take this possibility into consideration when registering since no refunds can be granted if your athlete is unable to attend on the alternate date.  However, at the discretion of Buffalo Lacrosse Academy, a credit toward another Buffalo Lacrosse Academy sponsored program will be awarded if more than one rain date occurs.

Registration

Click Here to Register