Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 1/17/13

Game Lacrosse is taking registrations for its Preseason Youth Academy for girls in Grades 5 through 8 at St. Joseph’s University.

Kelly Barnes (left) and Michi Ellers

The instructors are Philly’s Kelly Barnes (Radnor) and Michi Ellers (Strath Haven), both former standouts at Georgetown and USA Senior National Team members.

Ellers coached at Georgetown for seven years and Barnes is currently an assistant coach at Saint Joseph’s University. Barnes, a Phillylacrosse.com Player of the Year in 2008, was a IWLCA All-American last year.

Topics covered: Defense & Checking – Offensive Strategy – Stickwork & Shooting – Dodging & Draws

When: Sundays from 3-5 p.m. Jan. 27th , Feb. 3rd, Feb. 10th, Feb. 17th

*All players are invited to watch SJU home opener before the Feb. 17th session

Grades: Open to all 5th-8th
Where: Finnesey Field, Saint Joseph’s University, 2451 North 54th Street
Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $140 paid in full before Jan. 21st

ALL PARTICIPANTS: Must be current US Lacrosse Members. Must bring their own goggles, mouth guard, stick, & water.

There are a limited number of spots, and they fill up quickly! In order to hold your place you must submit registration form, waiver, photo release form, and check before January 21st

Please contact GAMELACROSSE@gmail.com with any questions.