FAQs
What is the nature of play at BayLax?
It’s both competitive and fun. Just like everything in life, some people take it more seriously, while others are more relaxed.
I haven’t played lacrosse in a while. Is this league for me?
That’s your call to make. You don't have to be the best player on the field, all skill levels are welcome. We only ask that everyone has had at least one year of official play (high school varsity play, college club, other adult league, etc.), in order to keep things safe on the field. However, if you haven’t played in some time, please make sure to brush up on the new rules before you come out. For example, I bet you didn’t know that now you must have a colored mouth guard!
Are there practices?
Nope! We just play games. However, don’t let that stop you if you want to organize a practice with your team.
Why, oh why, do we use the Paul Goode Field in the Presidio? I mean, aren’t there more convenient fields for pete’s sake?
This is a great question. Please let us explain: First of all, the Presidio is a central location in San Francisco, whether you live in the city or are coming in from Marin or the East Bay. Secondly, there is a shed on-site that we share with a local high school which houses all of our equipment - goals, field lining tools, pinnies and gear. Third it’s also a good field and there’s free parking. And, finally, our league is a lot smaller than other adult sporting organizations, so trying to get a coveted Sunday morning spot at the GG Park just ain’t gonna happen.
Why are regular season games on Sundays?
Our game schedule is based on field availability and the requests of our members, which are sussed out at the end of every season via our league-wide
survey. Yes, some request weeknights and Saturdays, but a majority ask for Sunday morning game times.
Why are our regular season games so early?
Aside from the results of our end-of-season survey and therefore the request of a majority of BayLaxers, we also have to coordinate our schedule with SF Little League, which also uses the Paul Goode Field. And until lacrosse becomes “America’s Pastime,” these young ballers have first rights to the fields on Sundays. Therefore, they get afternoons and we get mornings. We like to look on the bright side, however, in that having 10/10:30am games is a good thing. While those little kids waste away their Sunday afternoon, YOU can be at home doing laundry and finally cleaning the bathroom.
How are our dues allocated?
First of all, your dues are what keep the league going. Aside from small sponsorships for special events, our league is paid for by dues and run by volunteers. This money covers everything from field reservations, referee payments, equipment, t-shirts and even some portion of tournament fees.
Do you offer discounted dues?
Sure, we’ll barter with you. If you lend us a helping hand with tasks such as lining fields or volunteering to be a BayLax officer (a more-formal process which takes place in the offseason), then we’d be happy to work something out with you. Just email us at baylaxsf@gmail.com.
When I was in school we didn’t have to wear goggles. Are they required?
Well when I was your age we had to walk uphill both ways to school, in the snow, barefoot.....kidding. Yes, regulation goggles and a colored mouth guard (not clear or white) are required at all times during play. This is not optional, and the referees will enforce it.
Why do I have to be a US Lacrosse member to play for BayLax?
This is for insurance purposes. Even if you have your own health care coverage, we are required to ensure that each of our players is a US Lacrosse member. Also, the tournaments we participate in also require it. And, finally, as we are the only adult women’s lacrosse league in the Bay Area, we like to be seen as “somewhat” official and squared away: Being affiliated with US Lacrosse gives us that extra street cred we need in the community-at-large.
It’s both competitive and fun. Just like everything in life, some people take it more seriously, while others are more relaxed.
I haven’t played lacrosse in a while. Is this league for me?
That’s your call to make. You don't have to be the best player on the field, all skill levels are welcome. We only ask that everyone has had at least one year of official play (high school varsity play, college club, other adult league, etc.), in order to keep things safe on the field. However, if you haven’t played in some time, please make sure to brush up on the new rules before you come out. For example, I bet you didn’t know that now you must have a colored mouth guard!
Are there practices?
Nope! We just play games. However, don’t let that stop you if you want to organize a practice with your team.
Why, oh why, do we use the Paul Goode Field in the Presidio? I mean, aren’t there more convenient fields for pete’s sake?
This is a great question. Please let us explain: First of all, the Presidio is a central location in San Francisco, whether you live in the city or are coming in from Marin or the East Bay. Secondly, there is a shed on-site that we share with a local high school which houses all of our equipment - goals, field lining tools, pinnies and gear. Third it’s also a good field and there’s free parking. And, finally, our league is a lot smaller than other adult sporting organizations, so trying to get a coveted Sunday morning spot at the GG Park just ain’t gonna happen.
Why are regular season games on Sundays?
Our game schedule is based on field availability and the requests of our members, which are sussed out at the end of every season via our league-wide
survey. Yes, some request weeknights and Saturdays, but a majority ask for Sunday morning game times.
Why are our regular season games so early?
Aside from the results of our end-of-season survey and therefore the request of a majority of BayLaxers, we also have to coordinate our schedule with SF Little League, which also uses the Paul Goode Field. And until lacrosse becomes “America’s Pastime,” these young ballers have first rights to the fields on Sundays. Therefore, they get afternoons and we get mornings. We like to look on the bright side, however, in that having 10/10:30am games is a good thing. While those little kids waste away their Sunday afternoon, YOU can be at home doing laundry and finally cleaning the bathroom.
How are our dues allocated?
First of all, your dues are what keep the league going. Aside from small sponsorships for special events, our league is paid for by dues and run by volunteers. This money covers everything from field reservations, referee payments, equipment, t-shirts and even some portion of tournament fees.
Do you offer discounted dues?
Sure, we’ll barter with you. If you lend us a helping hand with tasks such as lining fields or volunteering to be a BayLax officer (a more-formal process which takes place in the offseason), then we’d be happy to work something out with you. Just email us at baylaxsf@gmail.com.
When I was in school we didn’t have to wear goggles. Are they required?
Well when I was your age we had to walk uphill both ways to school, in the snow, barefoot.....kidding. Yes, regulation goggles and a colored mouth guard (not clear or white) are required at all times during play. This is not optional, and the referees will enforce it.
Why do I have to be a US Lacrosse member to play for BayLax?
This is for insurance purposes. Even if you have your own health care coverage, we are required to ensure that each of our players is a US Lacrosse member. Also, the tournaments we participate in also require it. And, finally, as we are the only adult women’s lacrosse league in the Bay Area, we like to be seen as “somewhat” official and squared away: Being affiliated with US Lacrosse gives us that extra street cred we need in the community-at-large.
