How much does lacrosse cost?

The club fee is $200 High School $40 Youth, plus a $35 USA Lacrosse membership fee (required for insurance and league play).

Why do I have to be a USA Lacrosse member to join the Cody Warriors?

A USA Lacrosse membership is required for all players to ensure proper insurance coverage, player safety standards, and league eligibility.

Your membership provides:

• Insurance coverage during practices and games

• Access to safety rules and national standards

• Eligibility to participate in league-sanctioned competitions

The annual USA Lacrosse fee is $35 and must be completed before participation.

Is there a fundraising requirement?

Yes. The Cody Warriors Lacrosse Club is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a non–school-sanctioned sport, meaning we do not receive school funding.

Our program survives through donations, sponsorships, and fundraising efforts. Players and families are expected to participate in fundraising opportunities when they are offered. These efforts help cover league fees, field rentals, equipment, officials, travel costs, and keep the program accessible for our community.

Is lacrosse dangerous?

Lacrosse is a contact sport, so there is always some risk—just like football, hockey, or soccer. Proper protective equipment, rules, and trained coaching help reduce injuries, but no sport is completely risk-free. Player safety is always a priority.

When does the season run?

Lacrosse is a spring sport.

• Practices begin: Around March 1

• Games: First weekend of April through the third weekend of May. High School Season is roughly 6 Weeks long. Youth Season is 2-3 Games/Weekends

What league do you play in?

The Cody Warriors compete in the Montana Lacrosse League, providing structured, competitive play.

Where do teams travel for games?

Games may be played in:

• Bozeman, MT, Helena, MT, Billings, MT, Sheridan, WY, Cheyenne, WY, Jackson, WY

Occasionally, longer trips may occur—Missoula, MT has been included in past seasons.

Where are practices and home games held?

• Practices: The new field near Trailhead. Park 6 provides bus transportation to this field. Please contact bus barn (307) 587-2851 to let them know your child will be needing transportation.

• Games: Middle School Field, Livingston School, or Mentock Park, depending on scheduling

What is lacrosse like?

Lacrosse combines the physicality and speed of hockey with the field movement of soccer, making it fast-paced, strategic, and exciting for players of all levels.

What equipment is required?

Equipment Provided By Club for each Player:

• Helmet

• Chest protector

• Elbow/arm guards

• Gloves

Equipment Provided By Player:

• Protective cup

• Cleats (football, lacrosse or baseball {approved by coach})

• Lacrosse stick (some sticks are available through the club for players who do not have one