What is the difference between MCLA teams and other collegiate club teams?
On the surface, there is not necessarily much difference. Virtually every club team (MCLA, NCLL, or Independent) in the country is self-funded, which is the major distinction between club and varsity athletics. There are other distinctions between club and varsity athletics that we’ll get into later, but finances are the one constant. There are two main things that differentiate MCLA teams from all other college club lacrosse: 1. Organization: The MCLA was established to provide a level playing field for what has always been a complex college club scene. This means following NCAA rules for play, student-athlete eligibility requirements, accountability for scheduling and finances, and strict record keeping. For many club teams, these requirements are a big jump from the inconsistency in organization they are used to. Here is a link to the 2009-2010 NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Rulebook (PDF format): LINK 2. Accountability: MCLA teams are held to the same high standards of accountability as varsi
