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Lacrosse Holiday Gift Ideas

admin | December 7, 2008

Check out www.AuthenticLacrosse.com for some holiday gift ideas. They are currently featuring their custom stringing kit. This the same kit we use to string all our sticks. You get to choose the color of your mesh, the color of your sidewall string, and the color of all three laces. Plus, they typically throw in a fourth lace with every kit for free… it’s almost a guarantee. The link to the custom stringing kit it below:

Custom Stringing Kit

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Tips For Stringers

admin | October 8, 2008

Just a few insider secrets. If you have any tips or tricks of your own, please post as comments. We are starting a new series of stringer tips!

Hot water and mesh – When you first get that new piece of hard mesh; it is sometimes just too hard. Soaking the mesh in some hot water can loosen it up and make it easier to string. If you’re looking for a more permanent fix to soften your mesh try using fabric softener. If you don’t have actual fabric softener a dryer sheet will do fine. Damped the dryer sheet and rub/massage the dryer sheet on the mesh. Be sure to rinse the mesh thoroughly.

Colored sidewall/crosslace – With certain suppliers and depending on the manufacture of your sidewall or crosslace, some colors have the tendency to bleed. To keep both your white mesh and white head, white, rinse your sidewall or crosslace before stringing with it. Cut the amount you think you will need and run it under some warm water with a dab of soap. Most supplies have resolved the bleeding issues, although it is not entirely uncommon to have some string that does bleed.

Goalie shooting laces – First off, if you’re a goalie learn to string your stick. Everyone should know how to string their own stick, but especially goalies. Not only will you be able to save a reasonable amount of money over the years, but, you will understand the mechanics of how your stick throws. For those goalies that can string their stick one problem you may find is the length of your shooting laces. Some supplies do sell goalie length shooting laces but, the color line is usually quite limited and the laces are not always in stock. An alternative is to tie two regular length shooting laces together. You will have plenty of length to string all the way across a goalie head.

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Team Fundraising

admin | September 28, 2008

The other day our club team gathered for the first time this year. I must say it was pretty exciting to step back on the field. In addition to the standard rules and expectations, we were in search of some fundraising ideas. The team is allocated a certain amount of money; the rest is up to us players to produce. While we could all fork over a few hundred dollars, fundraising seemed to be a much better alternative to hefty dues. While fundraising can be a nauseas at times, it can also return meaningful sums of money. In addition to the standard bake sale or gift wrap flyer, here are some addition ideas.

Team clothing - This one is aimed at parents and players.

  • They are going to want team gear anyway, why not turn it into a fundraising effort. With a simple design, and screen printing done at a local shop, a bulk order of shirts can be printed for between $4.00 and $6.00 each (depending on volume, complexity, and the number of colors). Sell the shirts for $12.00 to $18.00 and you’ve got a good start.
  • If you don’t feel like working with a designer and print shop there are always services such as café press, custom ink, or zazzle; all of which have affiliate programs. Each of these services allows you to update your own design to their site, when your design sells you receive a percentage of the sale. Direct team members and parents to your online clothing store through a mass email, flyers, or link on your web site. Although the revenue is not as strong as printing shirts yourself, the ease of use is incredibly appealing.
  • Magnets and Accessories - Along the lines of team clothing

  • When clothing is just too much or you’re looking for a little extra, a simple magnet of the team mascot can be a great thing. Other ideas include stickers, lanyards, hats, and even team socks. This is another great café press project if you dont feel like sourcing your own magnets.
  • 50/50 Raffle Tickets - For all those home game

  • At every game, or at just the big game, 50/50 tickets are a versatile fundraiser. Sell tickets for a price you choose and see where you get. Best scenario, your league banks a few hundred dollars, worst scenario; you’re out $10.00 buying tickets. (Staples or Office Max usually has tickets)
  • Authentic Lacrosse - A lacrosse specific affiliate program

  • Check out the product line of stick stringing supplies at www.authenticlacrosse.com . Authentic Lacrosse has two specific programs that appeal greatly to teams. The first is a simple, web run, link based, affiliate program. Signup as an affiliate and post the provided link to your team (or anyone for that matter). When anyone uses your link and purchases from Authentic Lacrosse you receive a percentage of the sale.
  • In addition to the affiliate program, Authentic Lacrosse runs a custom team kit program. They will put together a team stringing kit for you and will even include a custom header with your logo. The more kits you purchase, the greater your discount. The bulk kits are shipped to you and can be sold at any event. Send them an email at sales@authenticlacrosse.com to learn more.
  • Team Calendar - For the creative mind

  • A simple calendar can not only solve scheduling problems but, is a great fundraiser for any time of the year. Ask your local print shop (or Google) for suggestions. Some things to think about: who will design the calendar? Will it include team pictures? Who will print it? How will it be assembled? Price and profit?
  • Roster Card - Simple and useful

  • An incredibly useful project can be as simple as a team roster. Make it durable and laminate it! The roster does not need to be an entire sheet; in fact, a roster that can fit on a keychain is much more helpful. Include jersey number and name, possibly grade if your teams consist of multiple grades. Make an individual roster card for each team.
  • Other Fundraising Ideas - A short list

  • Golf outing, car wash, auction, raffle, bake sale, dinner banquet, bingo, game night, concessions, local coupon books, alumni donations.
  • In addition to comments, please feel free to leave your own fundraising ideas!
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    The New Forums!

    admin | August 7, 2008

    Hi Everyone,

    The new forums are up. Feel free to ask any question you have about stringing, dying, and the game in general. We will do our best to answer your questions.

    http://www.laxdoctor.com/forums

    Lax On,

    The Lax Doctor

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    Gait Torque with Traditional Rasta Custom Pocket

    admin | July 19, 2008

    Some Rasta Style on a sick jet black gait torque. Check out the close up of the laces.

    Rasta Laces

    Some absolutely sick RASTA LACES.

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    Lacrosse Stick Splatter Dye 101

    admin | July 17, 2008

    Another video from the dudes at shadowelite84.webs.com Check out the video and be careful while dying!

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    Lacrosse Stick Dying Basics 101

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    So until we have our own dying tutorials posted here is a basic tutorial from shadowelite84.webs.com We will place the basic splatter in a second post.

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    Warrior Helix With Kelly Green 5 Diamond Mesh

    admin | July 8, 2008

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    Brine Clutch with White Canadian Mesh

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    Black Sidewall Strings

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    Dyed Brine Answer With Blue Fade

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