Phillylacrosse.com, Posted 4/3/16
Clinics
Coach Duck Impact Clinics on Sunday nights (Haverford School gymnasium, 6-7 p.m.) and Wednesday nights (The Agnes Irwin School Gymnasium 6:30-8 p.m.).
Field Players: Elevate your overall play with cutting edge pressure drills Improve your shooting techniques, ride, cutting and defensive play.
Coaches include Jennifer Duckenfield (Agnes Irwin coach, 2015 Phillylacrosse.com Coach of the Year), Joe Tornetta (Owen J. Roberts coach, Phillylacrosse.com Honorable Mention Coach of the Year, 2015), and guest collegiate former players and All-Phillylacrosse.com First Teamers Alex Duckenfield (Strath Haven, Vanderbilt), Maggie Forker (Episcopal Academy, Vanderbilt), John Geary (Merion Mercy coach) and former D-1 Yale coach Jordan Ellis.
Goalies: Improve your Save percentage improving your stance, clear, angles, Face Shots
Price: Each session is $50
Registration: WWW.DUCKLACROSSE.COM
Spring Tournaments
The Chapter Challenge™, April 30-May 1, a youth lacrosse festival for boys and girls that features good competition and family/team camaraderie on the pristine, picturesque and spacious grounds of the Brandywine Polo Club (Chester County, PA). The event will feature close to 80 teams.
The Chapter Challenge is run by Heritage Lacrosse, which operates Liberty Lacrosse Shootout™, Patriot Games™ and other popular events
The focus is on fun, atmosphere, community and the player/coach/parent experience!
Click here to register
Highlights:
• Multiple Brackets: 2 or more brackets per division; “club” brackets organized based on interest
o Full checking option for U15A elite girls brackets, subject to interest/qualifications
• 3 Games (40 minutes each) / Certified Officials
o Family friendly schedule – 1 game on, 1 game off (1/2 day of play; morning OR afternoon schedule)
• Take Advantage of “Early Bird Special” (multiple team discounts available)
• Professionally Staged Tournament Fields / Festive Setting
Dates of Play: Saturday, April 30, 2016 (teams play either in morning or afternoon shifts) Boys U9 A/B/Club (1/2nd grade); Boys U11 A/B/Club) 3/4th grade); Boys U13 A/B/Club (5/6th grade); Boys U15 (Club/Travel – 2020/2021); Sunday, May 1, 2016 (teams play either in morning or afternoon, not all day); Boys U15 A/B – Morning (7/8th grade); Girls U11 (3/4th grade); Girls U13 (5/6th grade); Girls U15 (7th/8th grade)
• Support the HEADstring Project): Every year teams accept the “Challenge” and collect used sticks and bring them to the Chapter Challenge to be given new life. The Philadelphia Lacrosse Association (local chapter of US Lacrosse) arranges for sticks to be restrung and donated to support lacrosse in Philadelphia and other lacrosse frontiers, furthering diversity/inclusion in the sport.
Summer Tournaments
The Roundup, by Ultimate Events, June 4-5, at United Sports, Downingtown, PA, for teams in the classes of 2017-23. Highlights: Providing top competition in an environment that will allow the athletes to play their very best while having FUN! Venue has 10 Full Fields all in ONE LOCATION! Games are less then an hour from the Philadelphia International Airport. Round Robin format, teams play both days. Click here for more info and to register.
Jersey Shore Point Showcase, Saturday, June 4, 2016, Manhassett Creek Park in Long Branch, N.J., for Classes of 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020. The Jersey Shore Point Showcase is a new individual one day showcase Players in attendance will receive top notch coaching and instruction led by NCAA Division I, II and III coaches as well as United Lacrosse Directors. Coupled with the instruction from college coaches, The Jersey Shore Point Showcase enables participants to compete at a high level and showcase their skills in a competitive and encouraging environment. FEE: $195 per player. Register Here
Strong Island Summer Clash 2016, June 18-19, 2016, at the Mitchel Field Complex in Uniondale, N.Y. ALL TOWNS, SCHOOLS and CLUB TEAMS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND!
WHEN: (YOUTH TEAMS) Saturday, June 18th (HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS) Sunday, June 19th
DIVISIONS: Girls Graduating in the Class of 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024
FEE: HS Teams $1350 and Youth Teams $1150
Register Here
Any questions please contact dcrimi@united-lacrosse.com
The Long Island Lax Fest, by My Lacrosse Tournaments, for boys’ and girls’ teams at Farmingdale State College on June 18-19. The Long Island Lax Fest now in its eighth year has grown into one of the largest events in the country, hosting teams from every major region in the country. The two day event combines a fun festive atmosphere with great lacrosse action. With well over 300 teams expected across 25 brackets in 2016 there’s a spot for any team of any skill level. In addition to the fun, competitive nature of the LI Lax Fest has also has become one of the major recruiting events of the North East, with over 150 college coaches in attendance last year.
The Lax Fest features two days of games for boys (four games guaranteed plus playoffs) and one day (Saturday) for girls (four games guaranteed plus playoffs)
AGES FOR BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ TEAMS: 2026 (2nd Grade); 2025/ 2024 (3rd/4th Grade); 2023/ 2022 (5th/6th Grade); 2021/ 2020 (7th/8th Grade)
JV; HS; GRADE AS OF SEPT 2015
Learn more and register at lilaxfest.com.
Project 120, by Ultimate Events, at Lehigh University, June 24-26, “Project 120” is a team tournament (2017-2023) that will give back to a non-profit or cause every year. A DIRECT PERCENTAGE of your registration fee will go towards a “project” that is benefiting the community. You will NOT have to do any additional fundraising as part of your entrance into the tournament. Your support will directly offer a positive impact! The 2017s–2019s will play a Showcase Format; 4 Round Robin games of equal weighted competition; 2020s–2023s will play a Championship Format. Click here for registration and more info.
Girls Summer Slam Tournament, July 9-10, Seneca High School, Tabernacle, MJ, by Victory Events, 100+ teams – 60 coaches. 2017 A & B (Current Juniors/Rising Seniors); 2018 A & B (Current Sophomores/Rising Juniors); 2019 A & B (Current Freshman/Rising Sophomores)
2020 A & B (Current 8th Graders/Rising Freshman); YOUTH DIVISIONS – 2021 A & B (Current 7th Graders/Rising 8th); 2022 (Current 6th/Rising 7th); 2023/24 (Current 4/5th/Rising 5/6th)
Click here to register – http://victoryeventseries.com/girls-summer-slam/
Laxpalooza Girls Summer Classic, July 9-10, at Bicentennial Park in Bethlehem, PA, 5320 Colony Dr., 18017. Come compete against Youth and High School Lacrosse teams from Eastern PA and the Mid-Atlantic Region. Laxpalooza is attracting over 120+ teams to the Lehigh Valley. Our main focus is to promote competitive lacrosse in a fun and memorable atmosphere while honoring the game and celebrating good sportsmanship.
Register your teams now for our fastest growing event!
Age Group / Graduation year US Lacrosse age rules apply
5/6 grade is 2022/2023 5/6 grade team during 2016 spring season.
7/8 grade is 2020/2021 7/8 grade team during 2016 spring season.
JV is 2018/2019 JV players during 2016 spring season.
V is 2016/2017 Varsity players during 2016 spring season.
Morey’s Piers Beach Lacrosse Tournament in Wildwood, NJ, for youth, high school and college teams on July 9-10 in the heart of the Wildwood beaches, N.J. This tournament gives lacrosse players of all ages a chance to enjoy the game in a new and exciting way. Teams from all over the East Coast and beyond compete on the beaches of Wildwood as well as enjoy the waterparks and beach during the day and the famous Wildwood boardwalk and amusements in the evening. The tournament offers participants and their families an exclusive discounted weekend package to Morey’s Piers Amusement Rides and Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis Waterparks and a delicious Saturday night picnic served at Rendezvous Beach Picnic Pavilion.Questions? Contact us: beach.sports@moreyspiers.com or 609-729-3700 extension 1195.
Click here to register and for more info.
Click Here for Official Rules
BEACH LACROSSE TOURNAMENT SUMMARY: Games are 5v5, 4 field players plus a goalie, with a maximum of 10 players per team. Each game will have two 18-minute halves with a 4-minute break. Each team will play a minimum of 3 games. Divisions will run from Boy’s & Girl’s U8 – U18, Men’s & Women’s Open. Beach Lacrosse is played with NO SHOES (except goalies).
WRISTBAND INFORMATION: Wristbands are valid for access to Raging Waters Waterpark and Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club, plus the amusement rides on all 3 Amusement Piers (daily wristband restrictions apply: go carts, SkyScraper, SkyCoaster, Climbing wall, Screamin’ Swing, High Flyer and Springshot are not included) all day Friday, Saturday and Sunday during operating hours. Check Morey’s Piers operating hours.
Questions? Contact us: beach.sports@moreyspiers.com.
The 4th annual Hershey Lacrosse Shootout for boys’ and girls’ teams, July 16th & 17th at In the Net Sports Complex in Palmyra, PA. By My Lacrosse Tournaments. This tournament has become a fast favorite on our summer circuit of events. Teams from all over the northeast travel to participant in an action packed weekend. With over 65 teams expected to attend in 2016, this event provides high quality lacrosse and family fun just miles from Hersheypark, one of the top rated amusement parks in the country. All games in this 2-day championship tourney event will take place at In the Net Sports complex (798 Airport Rd. Palmyra, PA 17078). Each team has four games guaranteed and all teams qualify for the playoffs.
AGES FOR BOYS’ AND GIRLS’ TEAMS: 2026 (2nd Grade), 2025/ 2024 (3rd/4th Grade), 2023/ 2022 (5th/6th Grade), 2021/ 2020 (7th/8th Grade)
JV, HS, (GRADE AS OF SEPT 2015)
In the Net Sports features one indoor turf field, one out door turf field and six beautiful grass fields. Learn more at lacrosseshootoutpa.com and click http://lacrosseshootoutpa.com/registration/ to register.
Rhode Island Lacrosse Classic boys’ and girls’ lacrosse tournaments in July of 2016 at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Girls – July 16-17, 2016
Games held in and around beautiful Newport, Rhode Island; 2 Certified Officials for all Games; Field Marshals on each field; Certified Trainers at each site; Good Food, Parking & Men & Women’s Facilities; conveniently Located; Video Services Available
Registration link: http://www.rilaxclassic.com/register-now/
Fees: $1,200
Tournament website link: http://www.rilaxclassic.com
Divisions for girls teams will be by graduation year/rising grade. Please see website for details. More divisions will be added based on registration parameters for the ladies.
Summer Camps
Navy Women’s Lacrosse Open Blue Camp, Elite Gold Clinic and Youth Day Clinics.
June 15-16 — Elite Gold Clinic; June 20-21 — Youth Day Clinic, Session I5; June 22-23 –– Youth Day Clinic, Session II; Both Youth Day Clinic Sessions, June 20-23; July 5-7 — Open Blue Camp
2016 Navy Girls Lacrosse Camp
Navy Women’s Lacrosse Camps are designed to teach and develop the fundamental skills of the game, as well as team concepts in a fun, educational and confidence building environment. It is a chance to learn sportsmanship, leadership and teamwork. It is also a great
opportunity to meet other young lacrosse players and experience different coaching techniques from some of the best coaches in the
nation.
The Elite Gold Clinic will include full field scrimmages, an evening program on Wed night and prizes! This clinic allows you the opportunity to learn from some of the best coaches in the country! This is a two-day clinic. Overnight accommodations are not provided. A list of local hotels is available.
NAVY YOUTH DAY CLINIC -Session I: June 20-21, 2016; Session II: June 22-23, 2016; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; 5 years to 12 years of age
One Session – $175; Both Sessions – $325
This clinic is specifically designed to teach and develop the fundamental skills of the game: throwing, catching, shooting, ground balls, offensive and defensive skills, feeding and confidence level improvement, in a fun and educational atmosphere. Goalie instruction will be offered.
NAVY OPEN BLUE CAMP: July 5-7, 2016; Rising sixth-, seventh-, eighth- and ninth-graders; Cost: $560
This overnight camp is designed for players of all ability levels.There is a strong emphasis on mastering skills as well as moving on to more advanced parts of the game. Sessions will focus on individual skills, team concepts and full field play. Campers will be divided by age and skill level in order to provide the appropriate learning environment. Goalie instruction will be offered
NAVY ELITE GOLD CLINIC; June 15-16; Rising high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors; Cost: $415
This is a high intensity, action packed two-day clinic for the Elite player who aspires to compete at the collegiate level. Sessions
will include drills with an emphasis on mastery of individual skills as well as creativity in stickwork and shooting. Players will focus
on perfecting offensive strategies and high pressure defensive schemes. The Navy Lacrosse Goalie School will be run by former US National Team Player, Meg Huether.
Cavalier Lacrosse School for girls at Cabrini College (grades 2-9) on June 20-23 at Cabrini College, Radnor, PA. Cabrini College women’s lacrosse coach Jackie Neary, one of the winningest coaches in NCAA lacrosse, will conduct the 10th annual Cavalier Lacrosse School. The camp will run daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (9-12 June 24) and will focus on fundamentals and skill development. Early Bird Registration: $20 off camp fee if you register and pay before May 15st. Team discounts available for six or more from same school/township/club team.
CONTACT: Coach Neary at kap723@cabrini.edu or call 610-902-1016.
CAMP PHILOSOPHY: The Cavalier Lacrosse School has one goal in mind – for you to become a better player when you have completed our program. Our camp curriculum emphasizes skill development in a fun ‘can-do’ environment. Our staff is committed to helping players individually to improve their overall game.
CAMP PROGRAM: The daily schedule will include offensive and defensive station drills, agility training, guest speakers, individual and team competition and full field game play. Lunch will be provided daily and is included in the cost of tuition.
For Camp brochure click here: http://www.cabriniathletics.com/documents/2016/3/22/2016_Lax_School_Application.pdf
HEADstrong instructional camps for boys and girls focusing on building skill development, leadership, character and confidence in athletes from the youth level up to high school. Proceeds from the clinic will allow the HEADstrong Foundation to strengthen their commitment to improving lives affected by cancer.
The Camps:
STOCKTON JUNE 27TH-30TH 9AM-1PM, Cost: $175 (Until May 27th) $185 Full Price, Time: 9:00am- 1:00pm (8:00am Registration), Location: Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway NJ 08085
SWEDESBORO JULY 12TH-14TH, Cost: $140 (Until June 12th) $150 Full Price, Time: 6:00pm- 9:00pm (5:00pm Registration), Location: Lock Ave Park, 58 Locke Ave, Swedesboro, NJ 08085
LOWER TWP. JULY25TH-28TH 9AM-1PM
Cost: $140 (Until June 25th) $150 Full Price, Time: 9:00am- 1:00pm (8:00am Registration), Location: Freeman Douglass Jr. Memorial Park, (677 Route #9 Erma, New Jersey 08204)
The goal of the HEADstrong Lacrosse is to develop a complete student athlete who is competitive on the field and in the classroom. With a 10:1 athlete to counselor ratio we can ensure your child receives the attention they need. Players will learn the fundamentals of individual, group and team lacrosse skills in a positive atmosphere. Each day there will be guest’s appearances from professional lacrosse players, coaches and cancer survivors; who will share their stories of hope. Campers will also receive complimentary HEADstrong Lax Tank and Laces.
Registration: headstronglax.org/camps
United Lacrosse Super Camps for girls. (all ages) in June and July at Manahassett Creek Park in Long Branch, N.J. Week 1 June 27-July 1 (M-F 9am-1pm); Week 2 July 25-July 29 (M-F 9am-1pm), for players of all levels, K-12.
Click here for more information and to register for the girls camps.
Rob Grella and Devan Crimi’s 2016 Summer Super Camps, by United Sports. PLAYERS FROM ALL TOWNS, SCHOOLS and CLUB PROGRAMS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.
As your spring season comes to an end, the summer is a great time to bring your game to new levels. Get ready to be taught by the premier lacrosse instruction organization in the state of New Jersey. If you have attended United Lacrosse camps and clinics in the past you know you can expect the very best lacrosse instruction and commitment from our coaches. If this is your first time participating in a United Lacrosse event we welcome you to “The U” and can’t wait to get you started!
WHERE: Manahassett Creek Park, 536 Long Branch Ave., Long Branch, NJ
Early Bird Registration: $25 off camp fee if you register and pay before May 1st. Family Discount: 2 or more family members receive $20 off per family member; Multiple Camps: $50 off total camp cost
Team United Player: CONTACT kcarcaterra@united-lacrosse.com for Coupon Code!
Black Bear Lacrosse skills camps, Avalon for girls aged 4 to 14.
Register here
Avalon 1- July 4 – July 8 (also a boys’ camp)
Avalon 2 – Aug 8-12 (also a boys’ camp)
To submit a listing, e-mail us at golax@phillylacrosse.com