MISSION STATEMENT   
The PHANTASTIX are middle and high school tournament level teams (grades 6 thru 11) composed of serious lacrosse players who demonstrate great promise, who desire to improve their playing skills and techniques, and who are committed to the sport of lacrosse.  The Club strives to develop character, build confidence, and increase the self-esteem of its members through an instructional and supportive team environment.


GOALS     
The PHANTASTIX offer a competitive club experience along with opportunities to:

Learn from the best & play with the best

Increase play and exposure

Improve stick work and strategy skills

Develop position versatility

Attract attention from college coaches

POLICIES
A sincere commitment to the program is expected from all Club members and is considered essential to the development & recruitment of each player.  While tournament participation is optional, players who do not regularly attend practices and tournaments will seriously affect their chances to continue in the program and to be recruited.


TIME COMMITMENT
Team practices are held twice a week in June and July.  The summer tournament season runs from the first of June through July.  The fall season consists of several tournaments played in November. Fall tournaments are essential to the recruitment process and cannot be ignored.

SELECTION CRITERIA 
Players are selected for invitation into the Club based on their potential for improvement, coachability, athleticism, skill level, understanding of the game, and dedication to the sport.

COACHES
Our highly qualified coaching staff includes high school varsity coaches, former Division I Players and All Americans, and former US World Cup Players.

DIRECTORS
The PHANTASTIX are directed by JoAnn Yusko and Sue Frazier and support a highly qualified coaching staff that includes, but is not limited to, Lorraine Beers, Dee Cross, Jen DePetris, Heather Ferguson, Margie Garrity, Maureen Hager, Gwen Hicks, Cindy Boalton, Karen Martellucci, Chrissy Poplawski, Gabija Radzius and Janet Trimble.

FEES
An annual membership fee is due in March.   Dues must be paid in full before any player can be rostered for a tournament.   Tournament fees and travel expenses are extra.


MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:

• Interactive, quality coaching designed to improve individual and team skills
  

• 10-12 coached practice sessions (June, July, & fall)
  

• Six 2-hour indoor clinics (January & February) at 1/2 price


• College Recruitment Seminar for HS players
  
  
• Players’ Guide Book for College Coaches
  

• Performance Training
  

• Nutrition counseling
  

• Training Manual
  

• Use of coaching staff as college references
  

• Yearly Celebration & Welcome Banquet
  

• Team uniform
  

• E-mail updates
  

• Informational Newsletters

TOURNAMENT FEES & TRAVEL EXPENSES ARE EXTRA
All travel and accommodation expenses for tournaments are the responsibility of the player’s family. 

**Please note that this program is a competitive one and that membership invitations are extended for a single year of participation only.  All players are reevaluated annually.**