What is Desert StiX?

Desert stiX is a girls recreational lacrosse league. Our programs are geared for girls in Kindergarten- 8th grade.  We welcome all levels of players, beginner to advanced.

Players are divided into the following divisions:

• K-2nd
• 3rd-5th
• 6th-8th

If you are looking to accelerate your game even further, check out our Desert Heat Travel Teams. Prior experience is required to participate or a referral from your previous coach.

Our Locations

• NORTH = Scottsdale
• CENTRAL = Paradise Valley
• SOUTH = Gilbert
• WEST = Glendale** (developing area -contact info@azgl.com to let them know you are interested)

Our exact locations may change each season based on field availability. 

What Are Our Seasons? 

We offer two main seasons throughout the year at various locations and have a summer stick work program.  We used to run 3 shorter seasons but are now making our two seasons longer.

• FALL: September-November
• SPRING: February-April
• SUMMER: Stick work only Typically in June

What does a Desert StiX Season include?

Most  sessions will have  drills, stations, scrimmages, and fun learning games. The purpose of desert stiX is to prepare girls with the fundamental skills they need to advance in the sport of lacrosse. Girls are frequently divided by skill levels to help them grow and advance as time progresses.  On Saturdays we will have our games and this is where they get to put all that they have learned into play.

When does desert stiX meet?

• K-2nd will meet one time a week + 3v3 games on Saturdays. 
• 3-5th will meet two times a week + 8v8 games on Saturdays.
• 6th-8th will meet two times a week + 8v8 games on Saturdays.

What Parents Are Saying About Desert StiX

"Desert stiX is a great way for girls to learn the skill and teamwork involved in playing lacrosse, as well as the basic rules and different playing positions. Our daughter has been getting pointers from her coach and developing her skills at practices, with lots of opportunities to play against other girls that are learning the sport, too. It has been exciting to watch her learn lacrosse and she is having a lot of fun! It's a great way to make new friends with girls from all over the Valley. We appreciate all that you've done to bring this sport to our community!"

~Marsha Sykes

"Desert stiX has been an amazing experience for my daughter. She was brand new to the game and with all the excellent coaches and positive support, lacrosse quickly became her favorite sport after years of playing soccer. She has been able to grow her skills rapidly with the extra experience of being on the Desert Heat travel team. She has really enjoyed traveling to California several times for tournaments and made many great friends. Thanks to all the coaches for their tremendous support for her as a player and her personal growth!"

~Jon Woodard