FAQs

What is the HoCo Club Lacrosse Program?

HoCo Club Lacrosse is a highly competitive club program that practices and competes throughout the year. The coaches are highly qualified, skilled, and experienced; having played and coached competitively at the youth, high school, college and/or professional level.

What makes HoCo unique?

HoCo Club Lacrosse is a non-profit, Howard County sponsored program without a profit driven motive.  HoCo provides high level coaching, organization, and facilities in exchange for very affordable dues.  We have preferred access to the best playing fields in Maryland.  HoCo's signature pink and black uniforms are also unparalleled and highly recognized within the club lacrosse community!

How much does it cost?

As a non-profit organization, HoCo has a competitive edge as the lowest cost provider. Our club does not require families to pay excess funds to club owners. In fact, our club fees are typically less than half the cost of other competing club programs. HoCo club fees for the 2024-2025 season are between $1,300 and $2,800 depending on team schedule, amount of players, level of paid coaches etc. Annual fees for elementary school teams ranged from $1,300 - $2,000, middle school teams from $1,900 - $2,400, and high school teams from $2,200 - $2,800.

What is included in the HoCo Club Fees?

A.  1 or 2 Spring Club Leagues (youth teams only):  8-10 games per league (usually on Howard County turf fields, 1 game on an out of county field if team is playing in more than 1 league).

B.  Summer Tournaments:  1 to 5 tournaments depending on age group.  High School teams will play in 1 to 3 recruiting showcases plus one other event during the summer.

C.  Practice Fields: Primarily turf, and some grass field time in Howard County for fall, spring, and summer practices.

D.  Fall Tournaments: 1 to 3 day tournaments depending on age group.  High School teams will play in 1 to 3 recruiting showcases during the fall.

E.  Skills Training: In addition to practices, HoCo periodically conducts developmental clinics with guest coaches and players.

What is NOT included in the HoCo Club Fees?

Uniforms: The cost of uniforms is NOT included in the club fees, as returning players may choose to wear their uniform for more than one year. Players may also order replacement pieces of the uniform in the fall.

Where do you practice?

Practices are held on best in class Howard County turf fields and sometimes on grass fields.

When and how much do you practice?

The coaches will determine what evenings each team practices in the Spring.  Expect to practice 2-3 times per week.

Is attendance at all practices and tournaments mandatory?

Attendance at every HoCo tournament is not mandatory. We carry larger rosters to account for some summer family vacations and other commitments. However, it is expected that players will attend every tournament game and practice unless they have a significant conflicting commitment.

When and where are the summer tournaments?

HoCo plays primarily in local tournaments based in Maryland, but some travel is expected. For example, last season our youth level teams played in the Beach Lax Tournament in Ocean City, MD and some of our teams played in Hogan's Hershey tournament in Hershey, PA. Tournament schedules for the summers are typically established during the winter, and the summer tournament season usually starts in early June and ends by mid-July.

Can I play in just the spring? or just the summer?

No. We ask that you play in both seasons as we participate in Spring League games and Summer is our primary tournament season.

Do I have to live in Howard County to play for HoCo?

No, you don’t have to be a Howard County Resident to play for a HoCo team.

Who is coaching my team?

Coaches are identified on our website.

Am I required to attend all HoCo tryout sessions?

It is highly recommended that all players interested in making a HoCo team attend all tryout sessions, but it is not mandatory. Missing a tryout session may adversely affect your chances of making a team.What should I bring to tryouts?

All of your lacrosse equipment, including a mouth guard.  You will receive a tryout reversible jersey.  Don't forget water!

How are teams organized?

Teams are organized by school graduation year however, some tournaments have age limitations that may affect team placement.

How many teams will there be at each age group?

HoCo will have at least one team at each grade level for 3rd through 11th grade. There may be more than one team at a grade level depending on how many players tryout and the overall talent level of the age group.

How are teams selected?

Teams are selected through a two day open tryout process in the middle of summer.

Do you have a maximum roster size?

Yes. Rosters are capped at 23 field players, plus 1 or 2 goalies for a maximum of 24 or 25. HoCo teams carry an average of 20 players per team.