Stenersen’s View

Consistent Player Development Requires Uniform Youth Rules

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 06:48:00 GMT

US Lacrosse youth rules emphasize a progression of skill development as children age. This may seem like an obvious and essential consideration, but it had never been a part of the independent development of youth rules.

The Youth Tournament Circuit

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 08:53:00 GMT

While I’ve been to many youth lacrosse events throughout the country in my role at US Lacrosse, it’s certainly a different experience as a parent who feels both pride and internal angst when watching my flesh and blood run up and down the field.

What Motivates Your Child's Youth Coach?

Thu, 05 May 2011 12:34:00 GMT

The primary focus of every youth coach should always be what’s best for the positive development of each player on his team, and they should be expected to model appropriate behavior and represent high levels of personal integrity.

Parents Must Be Good Consumers

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:08:00 GMT

The most responsible youth lacrosse team, league and event models place the quality of experience of participants as the foundation of all decisions.

The Future of Headgear in Girls' Lacrosse

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 02:44:00 GMT

When a serious injury occurs in a particular sport, the nature of that sport is sometimes questioned or blamed, and that’s been the case lately in girls’ lacrosse.

Kids Say the Darndest Things

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As parents, we like to think that we know what’s best for our young athletes, but the truth is we need to do more listening than talking.

Parents, Coaches & Injury Prevention

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:01:00 GMT

Teaching a sport correctly is the most fundamental way to minimize injury.

World Championship Challenges & Achievements

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:30:00 GMT

Despite politics and controversy, England has done a wonderful job hosting the 2010 FIL Men's World Championship.

Why Are Coaches and Leagues Allowing Younger Boys to Body Check?

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 22:28:00 GMT

The possibility that body contact may expose young lacrosse players to increased risk of serious injury is certainly worth careful reflection.

An Unfathomable Tragedy

Tue, 04 May 2010 02:48:00 GMT

Yesterday morning, while daughter Audrey (12) and son Cole (10) were eating breakfast, I was overcome with emotion. I kept my back turned to them while I made their lunches, but they knew what was happening and why…it was a quiet kitchen for a few minutes.