Youth Inc. Recommends: Five More Tips to Help You Prepare for Tryouts

Once you have the basics down, it’s time to level up. These five resources go beyond the usual advice to help you sharpen your edge, stand out, and walk into tryouts with serious confidence.

Lacrosse Tryouts 101: How to Impress Coaches and Make the Team

What it is: A clean, youth-friendly breakdown of how to show coaches you’re ready: effort, attitude, gear check, knowing the fundamentals, and handling nerves.

Why we like it: This is your “don’t forget anything” list. It’s a great way to make sure you’re not just ready to play, but ready to make a great impression the second you walk on the field. 

How Do I Stand Out at Tryouts?

What it is: A goldmine of firsthand advice from real players—everything from playing multiple positions to dressing sharp, leading drills, and recovering fast from mistakes.

Why we like it: Think of it as a conversation with the older kids who’ve already been through it. Less polished, more real—sometimes the best tips come from people just a step ahead of you. 

Tips for Tryouts

What it is: Four quick but crucial tips from pro Jules Heningburg: show up in shape, play with effort, know your position, and have fun.

Why we like it: These are basics, sure—but from a pro, they hit different. It’s a short clip, but it’ll make you want to lace up and bring your best.

3 Tips for Tryouts

What it is: A mix of expected (be vocal, bring energy) and unexpected (wear something memorable) advice to help you stand out in the right way.

Why we like it: Coaches are trying to remember you—so give them a reason. Off Bal Lax nails the little tricks that make you pop without being extra.

For Parents: “Focus on the Big Picture”

What it is: A reminder for parents to focus on long-term growth rather than immediate results, especially during tryout season.

Why we like it: Not for players directly, but worth bookmarking if your parents are anxious. It’s short, sweet, and big-picture smart.