Lacrosse Canada Newsletter
Vol. 10
First-Ever Development Team Tryouts
A Huge Success for Lacrosse Canada
Lacrosse Canada’s inaugural Development Team
Tryouts in December were a resounding success, bringing together 605 athletes across the country. Held at the Whitby Dome in Ontario and the Langley Events Centre in British Columbia, the tryouts featured U15, U17, and U19 players both men and women from the east and west.
The talent on display was outstanding, with athletes showcasing their skills in rigorous drills, assessments, and scrimmages. This national event highlighted the growing interest in lacrosse and set the foundation for future Canadian teams. With a total of 12 teams selected, the future of lacrosse in Canada is brighter than ever.
“We are incredibly proud of the participation and skill displayed across both locations,” said Executive Director Terry Rayner. “This is just the beginning, and we’re excited to see how these athletes develop and represent Canada moving forward.”
A heartfelt thank you to all the athletes, coaches, and volunteers who made this event possible. Lacrosse Canada looks forward to expanding the program and continuing to nurture the next generation of lacrosse stars!
Women’s Sixes Tryouts
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A Great Year for Canadian Lacrosse 2024 Rewind
FOLLOW US THROUGH THIS 2024 REWIND, IN WHICH WE LOOK AT AND REMEMBER SOME OF THE MOST MEMORABLE MOMENTS FOR LACROSSE CANADA IN 2024
Women’s Box Tryouts
2024 marked an incredibly important year in Lacrosse Canada’s history, making it the year that the first women ’ s box tryouts took place, beginning an incredible journey towards a very important milestone: the creation of the very first Women’s Box National Team
Molly McIntyre inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Molly McIntyre, who was and still is an inspiration to officials across the country, was inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame Molly was an incredible mentor and has helped grow the game through her participation in many national and international events throughout the years
Women’s World U20 Championships
The Women’s U20 National Team heads to Tokyo! These championships were full of camaraderie, action, and unforgettable experiences for our U20 girls, and we could not be any more proud of their achievements and the silver medal they brought home as a result of their efforts!
National Championships
The 2024 lacrosse season was filled with exciting moments! The Coquitlam Jr Adanacs won the Minto Cup, while the Victoria Shamrocks and Six Nations Chiefs battled in the Mann Cup. The Elora Mohawks dominated in the Founders Cup, and Team BC captured both the Jenny Kyle Cup and the U19 First Nations Cup. Team Ontario claimed the E.G. Dopp Trophy, and Team BC continued their success with victories in U13 Female, U15, and U17 Nationals. We look forward to another great year of nationals this year!
A Great Year for Canadian Lacrosse 2024 Rewind
Six Nations Chiefs Win the Mann Cup
The 2024 Mann Cup was a truly unforgettable event, full of intense action and unforgettable moments The Six Nations Chiefs faced off against the Victoria Shamrocks in a thrilling bestof-seven series After a hard-fought battle, the Chiefs emerged victorious, claiming their eighth Mann Cup title and second consecutive championship Looking back, it was a remarkable tournament that captured the heart of lacrosse fans across the nation. Congratulations once again to the Six Nations Chiefs!
Men’s Box Lacrosse World Championships
In 2024, Team Canada once again proved their dominance in Men’s Box Lacrosse, remaining undefeated throughout the tournament In a thrilling gold medal match against the USA, Canada triumphed 13-7 to secure their sixth World Championship title. This victory exemplifies the resilience and determination of our athletes, and we are incredibly proud of the Men’s National Box Lacrosse Team for representing Canada with excellence on the global stage
Women’s Box Lacrosse World Championships
In 2024, Team Canada continued to make history as part of the first-ever Women’s Box Lacrosse Championship. The team showcased incredible determination throughout the tournament, ultimately securing a silver medal after a close final against the USA. Their inspiring performance has paved the way for future generations of female lacrosse players Congratulations to Team Canada for their trailblazing achievement!
University Lacrosse Championships
In 2024, OUA and CUFLA lacrosse brought us an unforgettable season! The Western Mustangs claimed their second consecutive Baggataway Cup, defeating the Queen's Gaels in the finals. And, on the women ’ s side, the Queen’s Gaels capped off an undefeated season by winning their fifth OUA Women’s Lacrosse Championship with a dominant victory over Ontario Tech
THIS YEAR WAS FILLED WITH REMARKABLE MILESTONES, VICTORIES, AND UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL TO THE LACROSSE CANADA COMMUNITY FOR MAKING 2024 SUCH A MEMORABLE YEAR AS WE WELCOME 2025, WE LOOK FORWARD TO SHARING ANOTHER INCREDIBLE JOURNEY WITH ALL OF YOU!
Canadian Players Stealing the
Spotlight NLL Updates
The 2024-2025 National Lacrosse League (NLL) season is in full swing, and Canadian players are once again making their mark. From jaw-dropping goals to great performances, it’s been an exciting start to the season. Here’s a quick rundown of the action so far.
Who’s Leading the League?
At the top, the Buffalo Bandits (4-0) are looking strong, with Josh Byrne and Dhane Smith lighting it up But keep an eye out for the Saskatchewan Rush (4-1), who are right behind them, thanks to stellar performances by Zach Manns and a defense powered by Ryan Barnable, who is currently ranked 1st in the league! The Vancouver Warriors (3-1) and Ottawa Black Bears (3-2) are also looking good, making for a very exciting season so far.
Canadian Players to Watch
Mitch Jones (Philadelphia Wings) is showing incredible performances and is one of the league’s point leaders
Jeff Teat (Ottawa Black Bears) is building yet another strong season in the NLL
Riley Hutchcraft (Rochester Knighthawks) is currently leading the season with 276 saves!
Dhane Smith (Buffalo Bandits) is living up to the hype, delivering another standout season so far!
Stat Leaders
Goals: Mitch Jones (Philadelphia Wings) is currently in second place for goals with 21 goals Assists: Randy Staats (Halifax Thunderbirds) is leading the board with 31 assists Points: Ryan Lanchbury (Rochester Knighthawks) is currently in second place with 41 points.
Turnovers: Jeff Teat (Ottawa Black Bears) is leading the league with 27 turnovers
What’s Coming Up?
The race for the playoffs is wide open, with many teams looking to make a push With Canadian talent continuing to do ason is sure to be packed with lots of more action and excitemen
