Team Information

Dues and Fees

All players are required to pay dues and maintain current membership with US Lacrosse.

  • For the 2012 season (January - July) dues are $100.00
  • Returning players dues are $75.00
  • The deadline/receipt date for dues will be March 4th our first game
  • THERE WILL BE A FEE OF $35.00 FOR ANY RETURNED (read: bounced) CHECK, NO EXCEPTIONS!
  • THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS!
  • Included among the things for which dues are used: officials, field space, league fees, and tournament fees.

US Lacrosse membership is $50.00; please note that this is mandatory for insurance purposes and for Rhino Bar participation in the Mid-Atlantic Women's Lacrosse League. Information on levels of membership and renewing your membership can be found at http://www.lacrosse.org/memberships.html. All US Lacrosse memberships must be up to date by the first tryout.

Uniforms: Everyone is expected to provide a post-dated check of $70 for June 1, 2012. Uniforms are rentals, we do not sell them anymore. You will be expected to return your uniform in by the last game of the season. If your uniform has not been returned by June 1, we will cash your check.

Games

  • An evite will be sent out the THURSDAY before ecah game to all team members. You will be responsible for RESPONDING to that evite, telling us if you will OR will not be attending that weekend. We will base the line-up on that RSVP list.
  • All players are expected to arrive 30 minutes prior to game time. the game lineup will be made beforehand by the team organizers and read during warm ups.
  • Mid-Atlantic League games are on Sunday's with the exception of Easter Sunday. Game times must occur between 12:00pm - 3:00pm in accordance with league rules.
  • The 2012 season begins March 4th and is expected to end on May 6th.
  • As members of the Mid-Atlantic Women's Lacrosse League, Rhino Bar Lacrosse will be guaranteed 7 games for the 2012 season. There are 14 teams participating in the league this year.
  • The league is divided into 2 brackets this year based on the end of season standings in 2011. We do not play every team in the league like in previous years, but this is what had to be done in order to invite new teams in.
  • Please note that whenever games are cancelled due to inclement weather, league organizers and team presidents do everything possible to re-schedule. There will be a number to call for game status/update. This information is usually available for all League games 2 hours prior to game time. The evite sent out on Thursday will include the name of who to call for that particular game.
  • Non-league games: In addition to league games, Rhino Bar Lacrosse is in the process of scheduling at least 2 non-league games and a possible round-robin tournament. Details will be forthcoming.
  • All Mid-Atlantic games are required to start on time in accordance with League rules; the team in violation of this rule automatically forfeits.
  • Playing time: Players assume the responsibility of subbing themselves in and out of the games. The starting line up is decided by the team organizers.
  • In addition to League games, Rhino Bar Lacrosse will likely participate in the following tournaments:
    • Cherry Blossom Festival : April, Washington, DC
    • Ocean City Tournament: Mid-August, Ocean City, MD
    • Laxtoberfest: First weekend in October, Annapolis, MD
    • MD State of Lacrosse: June/July, Columbia, MD
    • South Beach Bump n’ Grind: January, Miami, FL
  • Additional tournaments and games may be scheduled based on team interest and funds available. These will not count towards the 75% participation requirement.

    • Fundraising/Sponsorship

    We are the process of renewing our sponsorship with Rhino Bar. They are located in Georgetown and have been the host of all of our fundraising events. We understand that not everyone can attend ALL events, but the money we make covers our tournament fees, website and other costs associated with the season. We will be taking attendance at each event, and those who attend will have their tournament fees covered, those who choose not to will pay their own way.

  • Our first fundraiser of 2012 will be in MARCH- Date TBD
  • We will hold various events over the course of 2012, including 2 during the season, one to close the season, and one out of season.
  • Please let us know of any fundraising ideas you may have and if you want to be a part of the planning committee.

    Other

    In keeping with the founding philosophy of Rhino Bar Lacrosse, players will have the opportunity to volunteer in clinics for organizations and/or schools that server individuals who might not otherwise have access to or participate in the sport of lacrosse. We hope you join us when these opportunities are made available.

    We are sensitive to personal and professional demands, etc. of our players. We also recognize that there is a desire to have a post-collegiate women's lacrosse choice in the DC area that provides both a fun and competitive lacrosse experience. If you feel you can commit to the above, are passionate about the sport and would like to share your talents with a great group of peple, then we hope to see you on the field in the spring!!