I have received a report that there has been some inappropriate behavior and comments from our parents on the sidelines. This will not be accepted and could mean the removal of a player from the program. I understand that emotions can run high during games, but we need to keep our emotions and comments in check for the benefit of the kids on the field and the others who may be watching from the sidelines. Let's cheer on the players and give more words of encouragement!

As most of you know, I get to see quite a few games and in every case the behavior among our coaches, parents and players has been outstanding. There has been lots of cheering and compliments about both teams on the field, which is great to see.

Please continue to cheer on the players and refrain from any behavior or comments that may reflect negatively on the program.

Thank you,
Dennis

P.S. Here's a great example of sportsmanship that you've got to see for yourself ...

I've been getting a lot of questions about summer leagues and camps. Here are a few camps that I would recommend.
(Click on the camp to take you to the web site or camp information form to come up):

• University of Maryland Camp (Page contains Adobe Acrobat Form)
• Trilogy Lacrosse
• Towson University Lacrosse Camp (Scroll down the page for Lacrosse Camp info)
• University Lacrosse
• Navy Lacrosse Camp (Scroll down the page for Lacrosse Camp info)
• Washington Bayhawks Camp (Adobe Acrobat Form)
• John Carroll Lacrosse Camp (Scroll down the page for Lacrosse Camp info)

There are also quite a few summer leagues in our area including:

• University Lacrosse
• Loch Raven Summer League
• Harford County Summer League
• Carroll Manor Sumer League (Note: This one looks very good. It's only $30 and combines instruction with games and seems ideal for younger players. )

And for a competitive experience this summer there are quite a few summer club teams:

• Baltimore Elite
• University Lacrosse
• Trilogy Lacrosse

** If you have other recommendations you feel should be added send me an email at dsullivanhome@hotmail.com and I will post it.

Dennis

Good article from the NY Times about the realities of playing college lacrosse ...

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/10/sports/10scholarships.html?_r=1&ref=todayspaper&oref=slogin

Here is the letter of thanks from the Johns Hopkins Children's Hospital for the donations collected from the 5th Annual Good Friday Camp ...

April 18, 2008

Dennis Sullivan
Commissioner of Boys Lacrosse
Perry Hall Lacrosse

Dear Dennis and Boys Lacrosse players and families:

The staff, patients and families of Johns Hopkins Children's Center so appreciate your wonderful donation of such a fabulous variety of toys, games and infant and teen items for patients participating in Hospital Bingo in the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. Your gifts will brighten a hospital stay for many patients, and their families will be touched by your kindness.

We thank you for thinking of us so generously.

Sincerely,
Annie Woods, CCLS
Child Life TV/Special Events Coordinator

6-8 Players

Mondays - Travel practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Gunpowder Elementary

Wednesdays - ALL practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Gunpowder Elementary

Saturdays - ALL 9 - 11 am at Gunpowder Elementary

***Home field for Sunday Travel Games is Gunpowder Elementary.***

9-10 Players

Mondays & Wednesdays - ALL practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Perry Hall Park

Fridays - Travel practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Perry Hall Park

***Home field for Saturday and Sunday games is Perry Hall Park by the tennis court.***

11-12 Players

Mondays & Wednesdays - ALL practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Perry Hall Park

Fridays - Travel practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Perry Hall Park

***Home field for Saturday and Sunday games is Perry Hall Park by the tennis court.***

13-14 Players

Mondays & Wednesdays - ALL practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Honeygo Park

Fridays - Travel practice 6:30 - dark or 8 pm at Honeygo Park

***Home field for Saturday and Sunday games is Honeygo Park across the bridge.***

EQUIPMENT & UNIFORM RETURN: Tuesday, June 10th and June 17th, 2008 at PHRC from 6:30- 8:00 pm. All equipment and uniforms belonging to Perry Hall must be returned on this date or your deposit check will be cashed. When equipment is not returned, it drives up the cost to run the program, and ultimately the cost to play.

WEBSITE: Please refer to this website for important information throughout the season. Many of your questions will probably be answered here.

PARTICIPATION AND REQUIREMENTS:
All coaches are volunteers. They are eager to take the time to help you enjoy this great sport. Please show respect to our volunteers, players, opponents, opposing fans and referees. Proper behavior and attitude shall be observed at all times. Failure to adhere to these requirements will be grounds for expulsion from the program.

Your son should attend all practices to give him ample opportunity to learn skills and improve skills. Lacrosse is a team sport. Please note that PHRC does not allow your son to play more than one REC sport within the same season. Please select your sport and play it.

Dennis Sullivan - Commissioner of Boys Lacrosse
410-529-8854
dsullivanhome@hotmail.com

LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT SESAON OF LACROSSE

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