WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
USA LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP
Every Georgetown Youth Lacrosse player is required to register with USA Lacrosse before registering for any programs.
It is also a requirement for every lacrosse player to do an age verification check.
Before you register, read through this page and follow the steps.
Registration is on an annual basis and is a requirement to play lacrosse.
What is USA Lacrosse?
USA Lacrosse is the national governing body of lacrosse in the United States. Think of it as the umbrella organization that sets the rules, establishes safety standards, and supports programs like ours at every level, from first-time youth players to the U.S. National Team.
Their mission is to inspire participation, enrich the athlete experience, and support the growth of the sport.
Why is a membership mandatory?
Georgetown Youth Lacrosse is an affiliated USA Lacrosse program. That affiliation comes with a non-negotiable requirement: in order for a team or league to be covered by USA Lacrosse's General Liability and Excess Liability insurance policies, all players and coaches must be currently registered members.
That coverage protects your player, our coaches, our volunteers, and GYL as an organization. It's how we keep everyone on the field protected.
What does membership cost?
Youth players age 22 and under pay $35 per year. Registration is annual, and your renewal date is the last day of the month in which you originally joined.
What does membership include?
Beyond the insurance coverage that makes your player eligible to play, membership also includes:
- A subscription to USA Lacrosse Magazine
- Access to exclusive training resources and instructional videos
- Discounts through the USA Lacrosse Shop
How do I register?
New and renewing members can register securely online at usalacrosse.com/join.
Save your membership number. You will need it every season when you register with GYL. Your membership number appears above your name on all mailings from USA Lacrosse, including your magazine label.
You can also log in to your account at usalacrosse.com to look it up anytime. usalacrosse
A note to returning families
USA Lacrosse membership runs on an annual cycle — it does not automatically roll over with your GYL registration.
Check your renewal date before each season and make sure your membership is current before completing your GYL registration.
If your membership has lapsed, your player will not be cleared to participate until it's renewed.
Questions? Reach out to president@georgetownlacrosse.org.