Thunder is the premier lacrosse club in the southeast. Our coaches are nationally respected, with a passion for developing lacrosse players and growing the game. Thunder has successfully placed hundreds of players in all levels of college lacrosse. Thunder alumni are among the best players in the nation and are regularly recognized in high school honors including USA Lacrosse All American and All State. Thunder is the only program in Georgia affiliated with the National Lacrosse Federation. This membership allows Thunder exclusive access to NLF recruiting events which draw college coaches from top programs. Thunder Directors and coaches have the experience, connections and proven ability to facilitate and help guide the recruiting process for Thunder players.

The National Lacrosse Federation is a member-driven organization comprised of the top lacrosse clubs in the world. Thunder is a proud affiliate of the NLF. For more information on the NLF, please visit its website: https://nationallacrossefederation.com

Please see the following: https://www.usalacrosse.com/age-eligibility-guidelines

Thunder Elite is for the most highly skilled and motivated lacrosse players who aspire to play at the highest level. Thunder Elite teams compete nationally among the best programs in the country at some of the most highly respected recruiting events. Thunder Elite attracts the best players in the southeast. The teams require annual commitment for the fall and summer tournament seasons. Tryouts generally occur in June and July – please check Thunder website often for updates and Thunder social media. Thunder Select is for the emerging player, looking to train and develop within the Thunder curriculum. Thunder Select will compete locally and throughout the region. Thunder Select teams form seasonally in the fall and again in the summer. Please look for tryout information on the Thunder website as well as Thunder social media.

Absolutely. Nearly all of our instructional offerings are open to all players regardless of club team affiliation. Our mission is to develop better lacrosse players. Period. Please look to Thunder website and Thunder social media for new training opportunities as there’s always something going on.

By registering with a Thunder or Atlanta Storm lacrosse team families acknowledge which states:

(3) Code of Conduct

Players and parents are to conduct themselves in a manner that “Honors the Game” and demonstrates respect to other players, coaches, officials and spectators. It is required that those individuals associated with Thunder and Atlanta Storm Lacrosse conduct themselves in a manner that reflects a positive image and will bring credit to the sport of lacrosse, themselves, and the Thunder/Atlanta Storm program. 

PLAYERS 

As a player, I understand that I must follow these rules to stay in good standing:

Respect the game, play fairly and follow its rules and regulations and show respect for authority.

Demonstrate good sportsmanship before, during and after all games, practices or related activities.

Be courteous and respectful to opposing teams, players, coaches and the officials. 

Be on your best behavior at team hotels and restaurants while traveling.

Refrain from the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol and abusive language.

Abstain from using social media that in any way that may reflect negatively on the program, including making degrading comments about teammates, coaches, opponents, officials or other lacrosse programs. In addition to our club monitoring social media, college coaches are potentially watching so players should act accordingly.

Attend all practices not conflicted by a prior commitment and all tournaments/games you committed to upon registration.

PARENTS / LEGAL GUARDIAN 

As a parent, I agree to abide by the following:

Encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, fans and officials at games and practices.

Encourage my child to play by the rules and respect the rights of players, coaches, fans and officials.

Agree to allow the coaches to instruct my child during game and practice situations and not interfere by offering additional instruction from the sidelines or give my child instructions counter to those of the coach. Unless asked for their assistance, parents are to stand on the opposite sideline during games and  outside of the field space during practice.

Recognize that coaches are willing to discuss only my child or the coaching philosophies, but agree that discussions will take place at the appropriate time and place and never during or directly after a game or practice or in the presence of any players.

Ensure my child attends all practices not conflicted by a prior commitment and all tournaments/games they committed to upon registration.

I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT VIOLATION OF ANY OF THESE TERMS ARE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL FROM THUNDER OR ATLANTA STORM.