Chelmsford Youth Lacrosse’s Classic Program serves boys and girls in grades 1 through 8 and participates in the Mass Youth Lacrosse (MYL) League. Teams compete in one league game per week, typically on Sundays, and hold two practices during the week.

In alignment with MYL’s mission, the Classic Program emphasizes player development, skill progression, sportsmanship, and enjoyment of the game. Equal participation and age-appropriate instruction are prioritized, with no emphasis placed on wins and losses at this level.

Team Structure and Placement

Classic teams are organized using MYL-recommended grade groupings:

• Grades 1/2

• Grades 3/4

• Grades 5/6

• Grades 7/8

Team placement is based on total registration numbers within each grade grouping. When multiple teams are formed at a given level, players are evenly distributed by skill level, experience, and overall development to promote balanced competition and fair playing opportunities across all teams.

Coaching and Volunteers

In accordance with MYL standards, all Classic team coaches are unpaid volunteers and are typically parents or guardians of players within the grade group. All coaching volunteers must be approved by the CYL Board and must meet MYL requirements, including background checks and required coaching education.

Submission of a volunteer application does not guarantee placement. Families interested in volunteering as a coach or team parent should contact their CYL age group director for additional information.