Hero’s lacrosse has been recognized as one of the most successful club lacrosse programs in the nation. We believe in hard work and dedication, but above all, we believe in having fun. Our rosters include the finest players from the Baltimore-metropolitan area and our teams are coached by both former and current collegiate players. Hero’s is dedicated to developing top lacrosse players and providing personalized guidance with the collegiate recruitment process.
Hero’s Lacrosse evolved from Hero’s, Inc. of Howard County, founded by PJ Kesmodel. The organization ran a summer lacrosse league for high school girls and sponsored All-Star teams in the late 1990s. With the growth of women’s lacrosse, tournaments became crucial for college recruitment. In December 2000, volunteers and Hero’s of Howard County officers chose HTLC (Hero’s Tournament Lacrosse Club) to select and sponsor tournament teams. HTLC, a separate not-for-profit corporation in Maryland, maintains a close connection with Hero’s of Howard County, with Tierney Ahearn running both programs and PJ serving as emeritus on both boards.
Every player is expected to do their best to attend every tournament, but we understand that sometimes there are extenuating circumstances. Fees are not adjusted for missed tournaments.
Your player’s fee covers the event registrations and any referee’s fees, practice fields, indoor time, and camp, plus any other administrative fees.
Registration details will be posted on this site only. The dates, times and locations of tryouts, as well as directions to the sites, are available on the front page of this site. Any changes regarding the dates, times and locations of tryouts will be posted on the Hero's website. HTLC recommends that registrants check the website periodically before tryouts to determine if the tryout details have changed.
HTLC accepts on-line registrations only. Go to the Tryouts page of this site to register. There is a $50 tryout fee for the 2028-2035 age groups. This fee covers field space, supplies, and a tryout pinny. There is a $10 fee associated with the 2025-2026 age groups. Club fees will be collected once the teams are selected.
Players must compete within their assigned year of graduation once a team is formed. No players are permitted to “play up” after the first age group. For example, this year on the 2034 team, 2035 players are eligible for tryouts. The club anticipates keeping 3-5 2035 players on each of the 2034 teams.
The factors on which players are evaluated include: speed, athletic ability, strength, stick skills, coachability and game play. If you are ill or injured at the time of tryouts, please contact our organization director: heroslaxers@gmail.com
Hero’s holds its players to the highest standard. They are expected to always exhibit exemplary behavior. Inappropriate actions by a club athlete at any club or related function may lead to suspension or expulsion. Decisions on suspension or expulsion will be made by the Hero’s Board Members and Hero’s President, in consultation with relevant coaches.
Hero’s holds its families to the highest standard. They are expected to always exhibit exemplary behavior. Unacceptable behavior, including inappropriate language or violence by parents, guardians, guests, or siblings of any club player at Club functions, may lead to the player's suspension or expulsion. The decision will be made by the Hero’s Board Members and Hero’s President, in consultation with coaches. A parent or guardian's disciplinary action may also affect the player.
Hero’s is a full-year program, focused on optimizing the potential of young ladies as players and teammates. Although the expectation is for each player to attend all possible scheduled events, Hero’s does value multi-sport athletes and will work with families as much as possible in fall and winter on a case-by-case basis. In order to compete at the top level, full commitment is required of all players to attend Hero’s events as a priority in the spring and summer seasons.
Hero's Lacrosse places a strong emphasis on skill development for youth and middle school players. While recognizing the unique developmental needs of our younger participants, we maintain high expectations for all athletes. High school players are expected to fully commit to our program and teammates, mirroring the dedication required for their high school or college teams. The most successful players at Hero's Lacrosse consistently attend every practice, giving their best effort in both practices and tournaments. Our lacrosse community thrives on mutual drive and challenge, with practice scrimmages often matching the intensity of tournament games.
Hero’s Lacrosse is dedicated to supporting players in their journey towards college commitments. Our coaches and recruiting consultants draw on their wealth of experience in the lacrosse realm to offer insightful advice. We encourage open communication and are always available to address any questions or concerns players may have as they navigate the college recruitment process. Our aim is to empower and guide athletes, leveraging our expertise, as well as our extensive connections with college coaches, to help them make informed decisions and achieve their aspirations at the collegiate level.
Hero’s believes that each team is unique in their approach to success. We refrain from discussing individual playing time or team strategy with parents to maintain a positive team environment. However, players are encouraged to approach us directly for conversations about team roles, performance improvement, or strategies to increase their involvement.
Our practices are held in multiple locations, primarily in the western Howard county area. Our “home base” is Salandra Farm, located at 14685 Carrs Mill Rd, Woodbine, MD 21797
Hero's Lacrosse keeps a competitive squad ranging of 19-24 players per team..
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