Boys Lacrosse
De Pere Central Ghostbirds lacrosse began in 2007 as De Pere High School Redbirds club lacrosse. In 2019, De Pere and West De Pere High Schools became a co-op program and adopted the name De Pere Central lacrosse. In 2023, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association adopted lacrosse as a sponsored high school sport. De Pere Central rebranded as the Ghostbirds, a fusion of the West De Pere High School Phantoms and De Pere High School Redbirds.
Any student in grades 9 to 12 may play De Pere Central Ghostbirds lacrosse.
When
Lacrosse is a spring sport in Wisconsin. The season begins the second week of March and continues through early June. There will be opportunities to participate in open field student-directed activities during other times of the year.
Where
Practices and games are held either at Nowak Field at De Pere High School or West De Pere High School football stadium. During colder or inclement weather, the team may practice at the West De Pere High School indoor turf facility.
Practices
Official practices for 2025 will begin on March 17, 2025. Practice are conducted 4 to 5 times per week. Times vary depending on field schedules at each high school.
Games
For the 2025 season, there will be 15 Varsity games and 6 JV games. Travel to games is provided by bus.
Jerseys
Practice pinnies and game uniforms are provided by the team.
Please see the General Team Information page for jersey care instructions.
Requirements
- Completion of high school Code of Conduct
- Submission of current physical
- Completion of concussion information and protocol form
- Complete registration (on website)
- Fundraising requirements
Player Fees
Player fees for 2025 are $275 and will be due on the first day of practice.
Payment information can be found under Resources -> For Parents -> Player Fee Payment.
Extra Costs/Equipment
Players are required to provide their own equipment which includes the following:
- Stick: $50-$100
- Helmet: $250
- Shoulder pads: $100
- Elbow pads: $50
- Gloves: $75
- Mouthguard: $5
There may be limited borrowing/rental available - please contact the coaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have played lacrosse before to join the team?
No you don't! We encourage anyone to join us on the field.
Spring 2025
Registration for spring 2025 is now open
Register