Hampshire Youth Lacrosse

The mission of the Hampshire Youth Lacrosse Program, through the teaching of lacrosse, shall be to develop student-athletes of character and integrity who demonstrate the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty and courage and who will serve as positive members of the community.  

The Hampshire Youth Lacrosse program has a strong foundation built on the values of family, community, and positive attitudes.  All members of the program will strive to uphold this tradition through hard work, professionalism, and loyalty.

Family

We believe in relationships that are grounded in honesty, trust, and respect.  As student-athletes, we will meet our responsibilities with integrity, persistence and confidence. Through the bonds we create, we will hold ourselves, our teammates, our classmates, and the entire program in the highest regard.

Community

As visible members in the community, we have an opportunity to strengthen our community through active participation and service. In giving of ourselves, we can enrich the lives of others around us. Through this process, we might also know the reciprocal benefits of engaging with a diverse world.

Attitude

Regardless of the challenges faced, we embrace a commitment to always put forth our best effort. Our attitude will be defined by our strength of character and our constant pursuit of excellence on the field, in the classroom, and within the community. The pride and confidence we derive from our team activities will not deter us from recognizing the great privilege we have been presented as student-athletes.

(Adapted from Duke Men’s Lacrosse)