INTRO TO LACROSSE CLINICS
Description
Let’s build skills, confidence, and community together!
Program Info
Ages: Boys & Girls - ages 5-14
Equipment: Provided
Cost: Free
Director of Operations / Main Contact: Zhané Ruffin
Please contact Zhané Ruffin if you have any questions!
WINNERS STARS COHORT PROGRAM
We have officially launched our first-ever WINNERS STARS Cohort program!
A year-round, holistic youth lacrosse cohort designed to nurture both athletic skill and personal growth.
This cohort is open to 40 participants (20 boys and 20 girls) currently in 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th grade, who are eager to be part of a competitive team dynamic while developing important life skills.
WINNERS SUMMER CAMP
Get ready for the ultimate Summer Adventure at the Third Annual WINNERS Lacrosse Summer Camp!
Who: Boys & Girls - ages 8-13
When: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Dates: Monday, July 13th - Friday, August 14th
Location: The Fields at RFK
Cost: FREE
Join us for five weeks of non-stop fun through SEL workshops, cultural field trips, sharpening your lacrosse skills, making new friends, and having the time of your life!
OUR IMPACT IN DC
“In DC, where 68,619 children (54%) grapple with financial hardship, WINNERS Lacrosse steps in to provide free positive youth development through the game of lacrosse, and programming, fostering resilience and strengthening our communities.”
ALICE, an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, signifies the increasing number of families unable to afford essentials like housing, childcare, food, transportation, healthcare, and technology, all while playing a crucial role in sustaining our local communities.
We are at the heart of Washington, DC, where we’re making a difference in the lives of 500+ local youth. Our program isn’t just about lacrosse; it’s about guiding these young individuals towards self-awareness, self-control, and essential interpersonal skills that will serve them well in school, work, and life. We believe that a supportive community and caring adult role models can help these kids navigate the challenges they face.
Through lacrosse, we teach vital life skills like teamwork, discipline, and resilience. But it doesn’t stop there. Character development is a priority, as we nurture traits that are crucial for lifelong success. Community involvement creates a sense of belonging, and our safe and supportive environment ensures that our kids thrive. We provide mentorship, sports training, character development, community engagement, and a nurturing setting to make a real and lasting impact. Our goal is to reduce social isolation, enhance well-being, and measure success through surveys and mentorship evaluations.
Social-Emotional Learning for a Brighter Future
In urban communities, where challenges are plenty, social-emotional learning is not just an educational concept; it’s essential. Winners Lacrosse understands the importance of instilling values, self-worth, and future goals in children and adolescents. Our program goes beyond the field, helping kids value their education, their futures, themselves, and each other. We equip them with the skills to interpret, process, and express stress and negative emotions in productive ways, enabling them to make better decisions for their future. With social-emotional learning, we’re building a foundation for success and resilience in the face of life’s challenges.

