MINIS Program

{Our Minis typically have 2 one-hour practices per week.}

2025 Info

MINIS is for players in Kindergarten (K), First (1st), and Second (2nd) grades. The Mini season runs from April 23 to May 21. We typically practice outside twice a week at Wheaton Academy.

Practices are held at Wheaton Academy on the Stadium Turf or Bowl field, from 6:30 to 7.30p two times a week (in most weeks). Players can attend practices as they are able. See the tentative schedule below.

Pinnies will be used for our practices. I will provide them for each player.

Equipment — Yes, players need full equipment and a stick. We are currently low on loaner equipment sets, but there are affordable options to purchase at Tama Lacrosse in Naperville. They also have very nice ‘starter/complete’ sticks for sale. Alternatively, you can buy reasonably priced starter equipment and sticks at Dick’s Sporting Goods. Please try on all equipment to make sure it fits comfortably. And, please purchase a stick with a soft mesh and deep pocket. If you would like recommendations, ask Coach Beth. *All players need to wear a shoulder pad/liner that complies with new 2022 NOCSAE standards.

Cost: $100

++REGISTRATION is NOW OPEN.++

Coaching Staff

Head Coach: Beth Weisenborn (fcalaxchicagowest@gmail.com)
Helper: Emery Weisenborn, Hailey McQueary

Schedule

  • W, April 23 from 6:30p to dark on the Bowl Field (grass field on the south side of Hawthorne Lane; address – 900 Campbell Dr, West Chicago IL)
  • M, April 28 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • W, April 30 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • M, May 5 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • W, May 7 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • M, May 12 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Bowl Field (grass field on the south side of Hawthorne Lane; address – 900 Campbell Dr, West Chicago IL)
  • W, May 14 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • M, May 19 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • W, May 21 from 6:30p to 7:30p on the Wheaton Academy (turf field)
  • Sat, May 24 in the morning — pencil this in. We may try to arrange a scrimmage for fun.