Junior Boys Lacrosse
Play Junior Boys Lacrosse
Our Junior Boys program is all about confidence, teamwork, and a love of fast-paced sport. At Brighton Lacrosse Club, boys of all ages and experience levels are supported by passionate coaches who focus on building solid skills, game awareness and strong team values—while keeping the game fun and engaging.
Whether your son is completely new to lacrosse or already eager to take his game to the next level, Brighton offers a welcoming environment where every player can grow, make friends, and feel part of a proud club community.
Lacrosse is one of the most exciting sports for boys—combining speed, strategy, and skill—and our Brighton junior program is the perfect place to start. Come join us and see why families across Adelaide choose Brighton Lacrosse Club for their boys’ sporting journey.
Frequently asked questions about playing boys lacrosse
Games are played in school terms 2 & 3. Games typically start in Term 2 (usually the first weekend back after the April School Holiday period) and the season finished by the end of Term 3 (before the October school holidays).
All junior boys lacrosse games are typically played on Saturday mornings. Depending on the age bracket the starting times vary between 8am through to 11.30am.
All of the junior boys lacrosse teams train at Brighton Lacrosse Club, Highett Ave, Hove.
See below for training times: (training times & days could potentially change depending on coaches commitments):
- U8’s – Tuesdays & Thursdays 5.30 – 6.30pm
- U11’s – Tuesdays & Thursdays 5.15 – 6.15pm
- U13’s – Tuesdays & Thursdays 5.15 – 6.15pm
- U15’s – Tuesdays & Thursdays 5.15 – 6.15pm
- U18’s – Tuesdays & Thursdays 5.15 – 6.15pm
The youngest age is 6 years old in a mixed (girls and boys) Under 8 competition. The other girls team age brackets are U11’s, U13’s, U15’s and U18’s.
No, we welcome new players and teach them the rules and skills they need. Over a season their skills and understanding of the game will improve. Previous experience, for example through the schools programs and inter-school competitions will help players get a basic grasp of how to play but through regular training and playing on weekends they will become more skilled.
The game locations will vary and move between all of the lacrosse clubs in that age bracket. You can look at the lacrossesa.com.au website for previous game fixtures to see where they are played.
Most teams train on both Tuesday and Thursday evenings but this will depend on the coaches availability and what suits most players. Discuss this with the coach to find out what night they have training(s) planned for.
This varies depending on the age of the player. Under 8’s are supplied with a free lacrosse stick upon registering for the season.
U11’s through to U18’s are all required to wear:
- Proper fitting mouth guards (available through most dentists)
- Gloves – these provide grip and protection during play
- Shoulder pads & arm pads
- Lacrosse helmet – we can help direct on where to buy new or second hand
- All players will need their own lacrosse stick, water bottle and cleats are recommended for field traction.
- A numbered Brighton Club uniform tops are supplied for the use during the season
- Club branded shorts can be purchased separately from the club
- Additional Bomber merchandise is available through the club – such as jumpers/hoodies, long sleeve tops, t-shirts, shorts, jackets, caps, socks and beanies
All players are required to pay Subs for the season. New Junior players all receive a brand new stick and ball as part of their membership. Please refer to Junior playing fees on the Membership & Fees page for up to date costs.
All of the teams in the Junior Boys competition are boys-only, with the exception of Under 8’s where the teams are mixed.
Yes — lacrosse is considered a very safe sport for junior girls, especially at Brighton Lacrosse Club. The junior girls’ game uses non-contact rules, and all players are coached in safe stick skills, spatial awareness, and good game habits from day one.
At Brighton, safety is a top priority:
All junior players (except U8’s) must wear mouth guards, helmets, gloves, body & arm padding.
Qualified, experienced coaches run every session and ensure boys learn correct skills and techniques in a supportive environment
Training sessions focus on movement, teamwork and skill-building, not heavy contact
Our club follows all Lacrosse SA safety guidelines for junior players
Lacrosse is a fantastic way for boys to stay active, learn team building skills, build confidence and learn new skills — all within a safe, supervised and encouraging team environment.
Yes, every Thursday night during the season the coaches present the Junior Team results from the previous weekend. Teams announce their top players for the game and hand out player incentive awards. We also serve meals so families can grab something to eat during this time.
There are several opportunities for our junior boys to extend their skills and knowledge of the game, including:
- State/Zone Under 15 Championships held in October on an annual basis, where the boys try out for a team and then if selected will travel interstate to play (unless the championship is here in Adelaide).
- Under 18 State Championships – similar to the U15 competition discussed above, the Under 18 Girls & Boys State Championships are held annually over the Easter break around Australia (each year varies).
- Under 20 Men’s World Lacrosse Championships – these are held every 4 years where the boys are selected to attend a lacrosse camp to try out for the Australian Under 20 team. You can keep up to date by following Lacrosse Australia on their socials and website.
- Plus there are often skill camps during the season or school holidays that take place.
Want to learn more?
Did you know you can play lacrosse as young as 6? Brighton Lacrosse Club caters for girls and boys from Under 8’s through to U18’s and our Senior teams – Division 2, Division 1 & State League in both Women’s and Men’s competitions.
Come and Try Sessions
Join in the fun - every March
Every year the Brighton Lacrosse Club run Come & Try Lacrosse Sessions during March. Our junior sessions are the perfect way for kids to get active, make new friends, and learn exciting new skills – all in a supportive and friendly environment! No experience? No problem! Our coaches will guide players through the basics and all of the equipment is provided.
