The Peters Twp. Boys Youth Lacrosse Association (PTBYLA) strongly advocates adherence to the Peters Twp. Park and Recreation Department's statement of their philosphies and goals for Youth Sports Programs including Youth Exemplifying Sports (Y.E.S), Character Counts, Sportsmanship pledge, Guidelines for Enforcement of the Sportsmanship Pledge and all other initiatives as directed by the Park and Recreation Board and Department.  Additionally, our program places an exceptionally high emphasis on having FUN....which we believe is a direct correlation to player participation!! Accordingly, objectives of the PTBYLA shall include the following: A.  To foster, support and promote the ideals of good sportsmanship and healthy competition in a safe environment while encouraging positive citizenship and camaraderie among its Lacrosse team(s). B.  To unite members of the PTBYLA desiring to advance the growth of Boys Lacrosse in the Peters Township community via organization, development, operation and administration of said Association and to provide finanacial assistance to the Lacrosse team(s). C.  Raising the awareness of Boys Lacrosse via the Peters Township Park and Recreation Department and Board, the Peters Township School District and the Peters Township Community. D.  TO develop and promote a positive working relationship with all appropriate Peters Township entities in securing the necessary applications and permits surrounding utilization of facilities for Lacrossse practices, scrimmages, contests and other related activities. E.  To provide capable and knowledgeable coaching persons of sound moral character instructing skill development, teamwork and sporstmanship to all player members.  Coaching staff will strive to provide a fun filled and positive experience for player participants. F.  To make all REASONABLE attempt ensuring virtual equal playing time for all participants during regularly scheduled season games and scrimmages.  This objective is not applicable in the event of pre or post season tournament participation or other highly competitive tournament events.