The Sycamore Lacrosse Association (SLA) exists, primarily, to build the game of lacrosse in the Sycamore Community School district. SLA participates in programs affiliated with the Southern Ohio Lacrosse Foundation and its member clubs.

Mission

To have a positive effect on the lives of our players by teaching them the game of lacrosse and sharing the many lessons available through playing team sports.

Goals/Philosophies

• Develop the proper techniques (fundamentals first) for playing lacrosse.
• Adhere to the "Honor the Game" Philosophy as stated through
• USA Lacrosse--Respect the "ROOTS" of positive play:
  • Rules: We refuse to bend the rules to win
  • Opponents: A worthy opponent is a gift that brings out our best
  • Officials: Show respect even when we disagree
  • Teammates: Never do anything to embarrass our team
  • Self: We live up to our own standards even when others don't
• Keep it FUN for players and coaches--if it's not, they won't come back
• Stay "Light-hearted" as coaches, share laughs, don't take it all too serious
• Ask for each player's best, understanding everyone's best is relative