COMPLETE
LACROSSE
PREPARATION
A New Approach to Club Lacrosse:
Empowering Young Athletes and Lacrosse Enthusiasts On and Off the Field
ABOUT
The mission of Prep Lacrosse Club is to provide the best and most comprehensive instructional, training, and consulting services for all things lacrosse in a safe and holistic environment that will reach the lacrosse community at every level
At Prep Lacrosse Club we believe in the power of sport to teach, motivate, and humble. Participation in youth sports has the potential to shape character, to teach valuable life lessons, and to have a powerful, long-lasting impact on the lives of those who choose to play. Spectators and participants alike look to sports for entertainment, a sense of belonging, the thrill of competition, and the rewards associated with hard work.
Youth sports today also have the potential to be daunting, overwhelming – even all-consuming. We recognize players’ and parents’ need for balance and perspective. That’s why we are committed to putting character development first, giving young athletes a set of tools and developing a set of skills they’ll need to succeed on and off the field. At Prep Lacrosse Club, our primary aim is to use lacrosse as a vehicle to shape and develop good people of strong character.
WHY PREP LACROSSE
We are not for EVERYONE
...but we are for ANYONE
As parents and players, there’s no shortage of choices when it comes to lacrosse club teams, coaching services, instructional clinics, and advice. Prep Lacrosse Club differentiates itself from other clubs through our: focus on the complete student-athlete. We prioritize hands-on teaching of fundamental skills that will maximize the development of players at any and all levels. Our core values of Character, Focus, and Consistency serve as the foundation to help student-athletes reach their fullest potential as lacrosse players, as students, and as teammates.
At Prep Lacrosse Club we are well-positioned to work with athletes who want to pursue a college lacrosse career, want to stay active in the sport, or are just looking to try a new activity in a safe and supportive environment.
On the field, our coaches teach fundamental skill development and overall understanding of the sport in a positive and supportive manner that reaches and resonates with athletes of all ages and skill levels through our variety of instructional programs.
Off the field, we provide access to lacrosse-specific strength and conditioning programs, college and prep school recruiting consulting, academic tutoring services, and volunteer opportunities.
In short, Prep Lacrosse offers our members COMPLETE PREPARATION for all things in lacrosse and life.
MEET COACH GARDNER
Coach Gardner picked up a lacrosse stick for the first time in 5th grade. It was early March and he was on the campus of Perkiomen School, the place where he would begin his playing career and the place where his dedication to and passion for the sport would be born. Since his time as a stand-out player in high school and college, Coach Gardner has gone on to teach, coach and mentor players of all ages – in lacrosse and in life.
With a coaching background that spans the NCAA, Prep School, and Youth levels, Kyle has experience in building lacrosse programs that are successful on and off the field. To be sure, winning is an important goal for any competitive team or individual. But, Coach Gardner has always believed THE most important goal is helping mentor and guide athletes in their journeys off the field. More than winning, Coach Gardner is interested in helping players understand and value themselves as individuals. He wants players to realize their potential, and understand the value in working hard and working smart. As he likes to say: “As human beings, we do not "rise to the occasion," we fall back on good habits.”
Raising two young boys with his wife, Kyle understands the importance of family. He sees the need for balancing athletic and academic development, and he understands the importance of freedom in child development. A kid at heart, he appreciates and promotes both commitment and freedom in a way which is encouraging and empowering. He knows that there’s more to life than lacrosse, but he also believes that sports can also be a valuable experience in preparing young people for the challenges, setbacks, and rewards throughout life.
In this spirit, Coach Gardner decided to start Prep Lacrosse Club, which aims to provide a holistic experience, guiding young athletes who share the passion for sports and the ambition for success in all endeavors.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Registration Form Located Under Event Descriptions
Learn-2-LAX Youth Clinic
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What:
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Prep Lacrosse Club is excited to teach and inspire the next generation of youth lacrosse players through our Learn-2-LAX program! This 4-week instructional clinic is the perfect way to introduce your Preschooler or Kindergartner to the sport of lacrosse in a Fun and Safe environment!
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Participants will learn basic lacrosse fundamentals that will aid in the development of hand-eye coordination, footwork, and agility through a series of interactive lacrosse games and age-appropriate drills.
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NO EQUIPMENT NEEDED - we provide each participant with a STX Youth Lacrosse Stick, Soft Lacrosse Ball, and Reversible Pinnie.
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Who:
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Boys & Girls, 4-6 years old
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Where:
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Indoor turf facility on the campus of Devon Prep School
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When:
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Sundays
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4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11
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2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Cost:
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$205 per participant (Stick, Ball, and Pinnie INCLUDED!)
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In-Season Shooting Clinic
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What:
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In a shooting slump? Want to move up in the offensive depth-chart? Looking for more quality shooting reps with small group instruction? Join Prep Lacrosse Club for our In-Season Shooting Clinic!
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Staffed with NCAA Coaches and Players and capped at 30 participants to provide small group instruction and ample reps, our 4-week instructional clinic will help to enhance your shooting fundamentals, accuracy, and shot selection!
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Who:
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Boys in Grades 6-12
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Where:
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Indoor turf facility on the campus of Devon Prep School
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When:
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Sundays
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4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11
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1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Cost:
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$150 per player (shooting shirt included!)
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In-Season Goalie Clinic
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What:
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Not getting enough Goalie-specific instruction at practice? Looking for more than just the same weekly pre-game warm-up? Then join Prep Lacrosse Club for our In-Season Goalie Clinic!
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Staffed with NCAA Coaches and Players and capped at 20 participants to provide small group instruction and ample reps, our 4-week instructional clinic will help to enhance your complete goalie skill-set: footwork, outlet passing, and saving shots from every angle!
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Who:
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Boys in Grades 6-12
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Where:
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Indoor turf facility on the campus of Devon Prep School
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When:
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Sundays
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4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11
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12:00pm - 12:45pm
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Cost:
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$150 per player (reversible pinnie included!)
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