FAQ's
FAQ's
What is the best way to ask a question that is not answered by the information provided on the website?
If you don't know which contact to email, just send it to admin@sfriptide.com and we will attempt to respond within a reasonable timeframe.
What is the cost?
Registration fees vary based on age. Please see the Registration Page for more info
Are there any additional costs?
All San Francisco Riptide Lacrosse Players must be active members of US Lacrosse. This membership is not included in your registration fee. Equipment is the largest other cost. Boys equipment can range from $250 - $350, Girls from $75 to $100.
Why do I need a US Lacrosse membership?
US Lacrosse membership is a requirement to play because it offers insurance coverage that protects the program in the event of a serious injury to one of its players while playing in the program. See https://www.uslacrosse.org for more information.
What equipment is needed?
Boys require a lacrosse stick, helmet, shoulder pads, arm pads, rib pads, gloves, mouthpiece and cleats (soccer or football). Girls require a lacrosse stick (girls’ version), mouthpiece, eye protection and cleats.
Is Lacrosse a contact sport?
Boys lacrosse is a contact sport. Girls lacrosse is not a contact sport. 6th grade and under boys focus on skill development and play with minimal physical contact. 7th grade and older play allows appropriate physical contact.
Do I have to reside in San Francisco to play for the club?
Does the club allow guest players?
Understanding our Team categories
San Francisco Riptide Lacrosse is one of the largest, oldest, and most successful youth recreational lacrosse clubs in the state. As our program has grown and evolved, our team structure has become more nuanced than many clubs in our region. With a significant number of our players participating year-round, we believe it's important for families to understand how we define our teams and how they fit into the broader league and regional landscape.
- Select Teams: The most competitive teams in the league for each age group. Select teams may travel a bit more for competition and we ask that players make Riptide their primary sport during the Spring season. We aim for equivalent playing time over the course of a season, but due to the highly competitive level, may not be the case for individual games.
- B+ Teams: Highly competitive teams. In many smaller clubs in the region they would be considered a select team. These teams compete against a mix of other B+, Select and B teams. These teams provide an excellent environment for experienced players who are still developing their skills, gaining game experience, or are on the younger side of their age group. We ask that players on these teams have a similar commitment to the club as those on the select teams with Riptide lacrosse as their primary sport during the spring.
- B Teams: Development oriented teams with an emphasis on skill-building and team concepts. B teams compete against similar teams throughout the league, with games focused more locally where possible. This level offers a great opportunity for players to enjoy competitive lacrosse in an environment where everyone participates, refines their skills, and receives ample playing time.