FAQ
What kind of equipment is required?
Equipment is similar to that of hockey equipment. More details are available under the Equipment tab on the main page https://qcmbl.ca/content/equipment
When does the season start and finish?
- Evaluations for players U11 (Novice) age and older are held at the end of March or beginning of April depending on floor availability, with games getting on their way mid-April. The league playoffs finish up the end of June. The U11 - U17 age division play in the South Sask Lacrosse League (SSLL) with other nearby associations.
- U7 (miniTyke) and U9 (Tyke) age groups start playing mid-April and run through to the third week of June.
What is the time commitment?
- U11 (Novice) aged players and older will have usually have one or two games per week, along with one practice a week.
- Tyke and miniTyke players play once a week. Floor time is split with practice and a scrimmage. There is a year end festival held in June to wrap up the season which is normally held on the third Saturday of the month.
What age group would my player be in for the 2024 season?
Age Group; Year born
U7 (miniTyke); 2019, 2020 & 2021
U9 (Tyke); 2017, 2018
U11 (Novice); 2015, 2016
U13 (Peewee); 2013, 2014
U15 (Bantam); 2011, 2012
U17 (Midget); 2009, 2010
Junior (16-21 year olds); 2008-2004
What days of the week are the games?
The days of the week for League Game Days for each division are not available as they have not been set up with the SSLL the 2024 season as of yet.
- miniTyke: Tuesday Evenings
- Tyke: Tuesday Evenings
- U11-U17: all nights and weekends are possible as the teams play within the SSLL schedule
- Junior: all nights and weekends are possible as the team plays in the PGLL
I would like to help coach, how do I sign up?
Complete our online Coaching application form and we'll contact a before evaluations.
Where are games played?
Box lacrosse is played on the bare concrete that is under the ice surface of a hockey rink. In Regina, we play at the Al Ritchie, Doug Wickenheiser and Co-op Rinks.
How much travel can I expect?
- U7 (MiniTyke) & U9 (Tyke)*: All games are played in Regina unless attending a one day festival that is agreed upon by the parents
- U11 (Novice)*, U13 (Peewee)*, U15 (Bantam)* & U17 (Midget)*: Teams will be playing in the South Saskatchewan Lacrosse League, all home games are played in Regina. Away games can be scheduled in Estevan, Weyburn, Moose Jaw and Swift Current.
- Junior B Tier 2: The Junior Barracuda team plays in the Prairie Gold Lacrosse League, all home games are played in Regina. Away games can be scheduled in Saskatoon and Prince Albert
- Junior B Tier 1: The Junior QC Kings team plays in the Rocky Mountain Lacrosse League, all home games are played in Regina. Away games can be scheduled in Saskatoon, Winnipeg and major centers in Alberta.
*These divisions may choose to go to an out of town tournament, this is discussed as a team at the beginning of the season.
How much does it cost to play?
Costs vary depending on division, current season league fees are as follows:
- U7 (Mini-Tyke) - $220
- U9 (Tyke) - $230
- U11 (Novice) - $370
- U13 (PeeWee) - $420
- U15 (Bantam) - $430
- U17 (Midget) - $440
- Junior PGLL - $480
In addition to league fees, teams may ask for additional team fees that help the team pay for team clothing, pictures, tournament fees, and /or extra practice time. The league has set a maximum amount that teams can request, this is as follows:
- U7/U9 - $100
- U11/U13/U15/U17 - $250
Can I request to play with my friend?
No. Due to increased issues with requests this will not be an option for the season.
What if I have more questions?
Please feel free to contact us, we'll be happy to answer your questions!
