About Us

West Bloomfield lacrosse

West Bloomfield Lacrosse (WBL) is a Non-profit Organization 501(c)(3) that supports and fosters the growth of the lacrosse community in our region through youth education, fundraising, and community engagement.

our mission

West Bloomfield Lacrosse is dedicated to growing the game by expanding access, increasing participation, and creating opportunities for youth of all skill levels throughout West Bloomfield and the surrounding communities.

Through youth programs, education, community engagement, grant writing, fundraising, and strategic program support, we actively work to remove barriers to participation and provide the resources needed for girls and boys to succeed. We are committed to building a sustainable development pathway from youth through high school while fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive lacrosse culture.

By investing in the growth of the sport, we aim to inspire a lifelong love of lacrosse and empower young athletes to build leadership, teamwork, sportsmanship, and strong character both on and off the field

What We Do and How We Grow the Game

West Bloomfield Lacrosse is an organization dedicated to growing the game of lacrosse and creating opportunities for boys and girls throughout our community. We work to make lacrosse accessible, affordable, and welcoming for new and returning players alike.

Growing the Game

We actively promote lacrosse throughout West Bloomfield by introducing new athletes and families to the sport and creating opportunities for participation at every level.

Free Try Lacrosse Clinics

We host free introductory clinics that allow boys and girls to experience lacrosse in a fun, supportive environment with no prior experience required.

Low-Cost Introductory Clinics

We offer affordable beginner clinics that teach fundamental skills and help new players build confidence before joining a team.

School & Gym Class Programs

Through gym class takeovers and school-based demonstrations, we introduce hundreds of students to lacrosse each year and help spark interest in the sport.

WB Kidz Klub and Summer Camp

Free events introducing kids to Lacrosse basics

Building Youth Programs

Youth Team Programs

We organize and help support boys and girls youth lacrosse teams, creating opportunities for athletes to learn, compete, and develop a lifelong love of the game.

Off Season Growth

We offer off season programs to introduce new players to the game and help improve existing players skills.

Making Lacrosse Accessible

Fundraising to Keep Fees Low

We raise funds with events throughout the year to help reduce youth team participation costs and make lacrosse more accessible to families.

Equipment Support

We pursue grants, donations, and community partnerships to provide equipment and resources that help new players get started and keep fees and equipment expenses low.

Grant Programs

We offer grants that support the growth of lacrosse in West Bloomfield, helping expand participation, improve access, while growing and strengthen local lacrosse programs.

Strengthening Our Lacrosse Community

Alumni Engagement

We work to keep former players connected to the program through alumni events, mentoring opportunities, clinics, volunteer service, and community activities. By maintaining strong relationships with alumni, we preserve our program's traditions, celebrate its history, and inspire the next generation of players.

Our Goal

Everything we do is centered on one mission: growing the game of lacrosse in West Bloomfield. By introducing new players to the sport, supporting youth programs, reducing financial barriers, and investing in future opportunities, we are building a stronger lacrosse community for generations to come.

West Bloomfield Lacrosse 501(c)(3) History

West Bloomfield Lacrosse (WBL) began as the West Bloomfield High School Boys Lacrosse Booster group. We supported the needs of the 100% self funded high school boys lacrosse program through volunteer efforts and fundraising.

The WBHS Boys Lacrosse Boosters recognized several barriers limiting participation in the sport. One of the most significant challenges was access to equipment, particularly in boys lacrosse, where the cost of helmets, shoulder pads, arm pads, gloves, and sticks can be prohibitive for many families for their children starting a new sport. We saw a growing need to expand equipment access and create opportunities for boys to participate regardless of their financial circumstances.

To effectively obtain and distribute equipment donations, secure in-kind contributions from businesses, and pursue financial grants that would benefit the broader lacrosse community, the organization recognized the need to become a charitable nonprofit. In 2024, the organization transitioned from a booster group to an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to the growth and development of lacrosse throughout West Bloomfield.

The transition also reflected a broader vision for the future of lacrosse in our community. While the booster group's original focus was supporting the high school boys lacrosse program, we recognized the importance of creating opportunities for all youth athletes—boys and girls of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.

By expanding our mission, we could focus on growing the game at every level by introducing new players to lacrosse, developing youth programs, reducing barriers to participation, and creating a stronger pipeline from youth lacrosse through high school competition. Our goal is not only to increase participation but also to build a sustainable and inclusive lacrosse community that supports athletes throughout their development.

Through this expanded vision, West Bloomfield Lacrosse is able to strengthen existing programs, support emerging opportunities, and ensure that every child who wants to play lacrosse has the opportunity to do so within the West Bloomfield community.

In 2025 the school district decided to support boys and girls high school lacrosse as a school-sponsored sport starting in 2026. To accommodate this milestone, we split off a separate booster group in 2025 to manage and assist with the high school boys' day-to-day management, allowing WBL to focus on its broader community-wide mission of growing the game.

Today, West Bloomfield Lacrosse's mission is to expand access to the sport, increase participation, and create inclusive opportunities for youth of all skill levels to learn and play lacrosse. Through equipment assistance, player development programs, community outreach, grants, and partnerships with our schools, WBL works to increase exposure, remove barriers to participation and build an inclusive, sustainable lacrosse pathway from introductory programs through high school competition.

West Bloomfield Lacrosse is committed to growing the game by supporting girls and boys programs, developing future athletes and leaders, and strengthening the connection between youth, school, and community lacrosse programs. By investing in opportunities for young athletes today, WBL is helping ensure a strong and vibrant future for lacrosse in the West Bloomfield community.

WEST BLOOMFIELD LACROSSE 501(c)(3)

West Bloomfield Lacrosse 501(c)(3) Board Members

President-Jennifer Gulati

JGulati@wblakerslax.com

Treasurer-Ledia Bleta

LBleta@wblakerslax.com

Secretary-

Fundraising Chair-Jennifer Gulati

JGulati@wblakerslax.com

Members at Large

Robert Hill RHill@wblakerslax.com

Lauren Morton LMorton@wblakerslax.com