The 2026 Spring season for the Santa Cruz Warriors Lacrosse (SCCLA), organized by the Santa Cruz County Lacrosse Association, promises an exciting opportunity for boys and girls ages 5-14 to engage in one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. Registration for the season, which runs from mid-January/early February through May, opens in September and closes in December, with practices held 2-3 times weekly.

Competitive games are scheduled on weekends in March, April, and May, offering players in the 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14U age brackets a chance to develop skills and teamwork. The season will feature one to two thrilling tournaments, including the anticipated Carmel Cup at Stevenson School in early May and the Surf City Tournament in April, fostering a fun and competitive environment. Financial scholarships are available to ensure accessibility, aligning with SCCLA’s mission to grow lacrosse in Santa Cruz County while promoting sportsmanship and personal growth.

For Additional information please visit our registration page.

Registration has opened for our 7 week introduction to lacrosse program for PreK to 2nd graders.

Format:

• Location: Harbor High (field space subject to change)
• Dates: 7 Sundays: 1/11- 2/22
• Time Frame:
  • 1.5 hrs: 9-10:30, or 10:30-12, depending upon age group
• Set-up (1.5 hrs):
  • Co-ed
  • ~30minutes of practice
  • Followed by 2 x 30' games, with 10' breaks in between

The Santa Cruz County Lacrosse Association is an independent, non-profit youth sports organization and a 501c(3) corporation. Founded in 2005, we are run by passionate parent volunteers with the goal of building Lacrosse throughout Santa Cruz County.  We strive to develop players and coaches for the exciting game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. 

We provide programs for boys and girls ages 5-14 . The age brackets for the teams are: 8U, 10U, 12U, and 14U. 

Regular Season is from January-May. Registration opens in September and closes in December for the Spring season.

Practices are twice a week and  start in mid January.

Games occur from March to May.

Financial scholarships are available through an application process.

Las becas financieras están disponibles a través de un proceso de solcitud.

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