Founded in 2021 by Coach Eric Taetsch, 315 Elite Lacrosse is based in Central New York to serve athletes from 2nd grade through high school, focusing on players who lack experience, exposure, or resources. The club is ranked girls #136 on US Club Lax, and its 2026 White Paper emphasizes that playing time is earned rather than guaranteed while prioritizing long-term development over tournament wins.
WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US
Why families choose this club
Dedicated indoor facility
The club states it is the only club lacrosse organization in Central New York with its own dedicated indoor training center opening September 2026, equipped with an indoor turf field, strength area, recruiting center, and film room.
Training over tournaments
The program emphasizes that it offers more year-round training opportunities than any club in the region, prioritizing training and repetition over a tournament-first model.
College placement track
Club leadership reports that every graduating player has earned a collegiate opportunity, alongside multiple All-League selections and Academic All-Americans.
Included recruiting support
Every high school athlete receives a complimentary IWLCA SportsRecruits Pro Account with personalized recruiting meetings included in standard program fees.
PROGRAMS
Programs
Athletes follow a year-round development pathway that progresses from elementary school fundamentals to skill mastery in middle school and recruiting prep in high school. For boys in 5th-7th grade, an Elite Player Program runs from September to August with rosters limited to 15 athletes, or 10 per age group. Training takes place at the Indoor Training Center opening September 2026, with an annual calendar featuring Fall clinics, winter structured training, and summer regional and national tournaments.
FallFall clinics; Elite Player Program training begins
WinterStructured training, strength/speed development, and skill sessions
SummerRegional and national tournaments, showcases, and championship events
Primary training locations: Indoor Training Center (new facility opening September 2026)
TUITION
Cost to play
Specific team/membership tuition amounts are not listed on public materials, though a 2026-2027 Team Fees page is referenced. Recruiting support is included within program fees rather than billed as an add-on service, while facility field rentals are priced separately at $200/hour from October through April and $150/hour from May through September.
Founder and DirectorEric Taetsch has over 30 years coaching experience across Syracuse, Philadelphia, and California, and also serves as Syracuse City Girls Varsity Head Coach.
National coach recognition
Named the 2023 National Youth Coach of the Year by Corrigan Sports, ESPN, and New Balance, Coach Eric remains actively involved with all age levels throughout the club.
Collegiate athlete mentors
The club is expanding its coaching staff by adding current and former Division I collegiate athletes to provide mentorship and position-specific instruction.
Eric Taetsch
Founder / Director, 315 Elite Lacrosse
Also Syracuse City Girls Varsity Head Coach; 2023 National Youth Coach of the Year (Corrigan Sports/ESPN/New Balance); 30+ years coaching experience.
MISSION & DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
Mission & Development Philosophy
The club's 2026 White Paper states that "playing time is earned—not guaranteed" and that its coaching decisions are guided by the question, "What gives this athlete the greatest opportunity for long-term success?" emphasizing development over tournament wins.
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