Earth to BOTC. The club lax circuit doesn't give 2 hoots what US lacrosse thinks about equipment (or hold backs). Now, I think u are an stunad if u don't buy your kid A+ gear, but not wearing the latest and greatest is not an issue. It won't be for decade(s) until it viewed as a real, non prep school, non regional sport. As Metallica said....Sad but True. | 
