UPDATED 9/23/24 at 8:30pm

Carolina Lacrosse Association (FAQ

We understand that families may have questions about the recent changes and how they impact their child’s lacrosse experience. Below, we’ve compiled answers to common questions for families in CLA North, CLA Charlotte, and the Carolina Miners as they transition into our programs. This will continue to be updated over the next few days so please come back and check in to see if your question has been answered.

General Questions for All Families

Q1: What is the structure of the Carolina Lacrosse Association (CLA)?

A: CLA is organized into two main territories: CLA North (covering areas north of Charlotte, including Huntersville, Concord, and Denver) and CLA Charlotte (covering the greater Charlotte area, including Matthews and Pineville). Each territory has both boys’ and girls’ programs:

CLA North Boys: Carolina Miners
CLA North Girls: Style Select North (formerly Miners Girls)
CLA Charlotte Boys: Team Carolina
CLA Charlotte Girls: Charlotte Style

Q2: How will communication be handled for each program?

A: Communication for travel teams will continue to come from your dedicated directors for the upcoming year until the travel season is complete. We will help enhance current communications with families effective this Fall but continue to look at your existing leadership for specific communications on the season.

In the future, each territory has a dedicated communications manager for boys and girls programs. You will receive a weekly overview of the upcoming schedule, followed by reminders before key practices and events. We also send regular newsletters and updates through email and social media.

Q3: What should I do if I have questions or concerns?
A: For general inquiries or concerns, please reach out to the specific communications manager for your child’s program:

CLA North Boys (Carolina Miners): north@clalax.com
CLA North Girls (Style Select North): girls@clalax.com
CLA Charlotte Boys (Team Carolina): charlotte@clalax.com
CLA Charlotte Girls (Charlotte Style): girls@clalax.com

For Carolina Miners Families

Q1: What will happen to the Carolina Miners Boys program?

A: The Carolina Miners Boys Travel Teams will continue to operate under the Miners brand within CLA North, led by Mike Habel and Chris McCartan through the Summer of 2025. CLA will provide immediate enhancements to the program from behind the scenes until the transition is complete next Summer. They will maintain their identity, but as part of the Carolina Lacrosse Association, there will be more resources and opportunities for the players. The Miners Boys Program and Team Carolina Boys Programs are not merging.

Q2: What is happening to the Carolina Miners Girls program?

A: The Carolina Miners Girls Travel Teams will finish their current season before rebranding as Style Select North under the leadership of Kylie Lode. This transition will offer localized training and development while allowing players to compete at a higher level through Charlotte Style Elite teams.

Q3: Will the coaching staff remain the same?

A: For the most part, yes. We will conduct coaching evaluations throughout the year to ensure we have the best coaches and mentors for all of our athletes within CLA. Our goal is to ensure continuity while enhancing the experience with additional resources provided by CLA.

Q4: What opportunities will there be for elite-level competition?

A: Players from both CLA North (Carolina Miners and Style Select North) and CLA Charlotte (Team Carolina and Charlotte Style) will have the opportunity to participate in Southern Stars All-Star Teams, which provide access to higher-level competition. Additionally, the top boys will have opportunities with Sweetlax Carolina for national level events,

For CLA North Families

Q1: What is Style Select North?

A: Style Select North is the rebranded name for the Carolina Miners Girls program. After finishing their current season as Miners, the girls will transition to Style Select North, led by Kylie Lode. This will bring new training opportunities and a unified pathway for girls in CLA North to compete at both local and national levels. All girls who committed to the full year will be guaranteed a spot with the Style Select North Program through next Summer. Top girls will have the opportunity to tryout for Charlotte Style Elite this Winter.

Q2: Will the rebranding affect the boys program?

A: No, the boys program in CLA North will continue to operate under the Carolina Miners brand, providing the same level of competition and training as before, with added support from CLA.

For CLA Charlotte Families

Q1: What programs are available for boys and girls in CLA Charlotte?

A: For boys, Team Carolina will continue to provide competitive travel teams at the Elite and Select levels as well as development opportunities. For girls, Charlotte Style offers both Select and Elite travel teams, focusing on skill development and national exposure.

Q2: Will there be opportunities for CLA North and CLA Charlotte girls and boys to compete together?

A: Both boys and girls from CLA North and CLA Charlotte will have the chance to compete together at a higher level under Southern Stars All-Star Teams, providing additional exposure and competition opportunities.