Lacrosse Canada Newsletter
Vol. 5
Box Tryouts!
For the Men’s and Women’s Senior National Box Lacrosse Teams
Lacrosse Canada is thrilled to announce the Men’s and Women’s Senior Box Tryouts taking place on y 2nd and 3rd in St. Catharines, ON. This event rks a historic milestone as it is the first time men d women will participate in box tryouts together!
ese tryouts are crucial for the sport nationwide, ermining who will represent Canada in senior box rosse. The event will showcase some of the most ented lacrosse players in the country and the rld.
Expect to see athletes such as Dhane Smith, Brett Dobson, Jeff Teat, Megan Kinna, Brooklyn WalkerWelch, Erica Evans, and more, competing at the highest level in the Canada Games Arena.
Adding to the excitement, entry to this event is absolutely free! This is a unique opportunity for fans to witness top-tier lacrosse live and at no cost.
in us on July 2nd and 3rd, 2024, at the Canada ames Arena. Don’t miss this rare chance to watch ese elite athletes compete without charge.
e extend our gratitude to all the athletes striving to present Canada and appreciate their dedication e also thank everyone who comes out to support ese hardworking players, helping to elevate the port and our country’s name on the international stage.
Recap: Women’s Lacrosse Events
What happened in June
Women’s Box Lacrosse Tryouts
History is still in the making in Women’s Box Lacrosse On June 1st and 2nd, Lacrosse Canada hosted the continuation of the Women’s Lacrosse Tryouts that started in the winter
This tryout weekend was full of action and adrenaline as female athletes representing Ireland, Haudenosaunee, Canada White and Canada Red played against each other to showcase their skills and deliver a weekend full of excitement
As women ’ s box lacrosse continues to develop, Lacrosse Canada is proud to form part of this side of history and takes steps to grow the game and give women an opportunity to represent their country playing box lacrosse
Thanks to all the athletes that came out and good luck to everyone who participated and is also participating in the box tryouts next week
U20 Field Women’s Lacrosse Clinics and Tryouts
On June 6th and 7th, Lacrosse Canada hosted Field Lacrosse clinics hosted by Team Canada coaches Allison Daley and Kaylin Morissette. These clinics were full of energy and enthusiasm.
On June 8th and 9th, the U20 Women’s Field Tryouts commenced, showcasing an impressive array of talent and passion Coaches sought athletes with a strong work ethic, resilience, and the ability to adapt to high-pressure situations, as emphasized by Head Coach Alison Daley.
Due to their hard work and exceptional skills, 22 players were selected to represent Canada at the U20 Women’s Field World Championships in Hong Kong this August
“We are incredibly proud of the athletes who have made the U20 roster. This is a talented group of great people who will be excellent ambassadors for the sport,” remarked Coach Daley.
Lacrosse Canada would like to thank the coaches, athletes, and their families for their unwavering dedication and efforts they make for the sport Stay tuned to our social media channels to follow this team’s journey in the coming months.
Molly McIntyre
Inducted into the Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame
Molly McIntyre has been recently inducted into the Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame.
Molly was an official from 1989 - 2013 at the provincial, national, and international levels. She also had an important role in the development of the sport through running lacrosse clinics, evaluating and mentoring officials, as well as designing programs.
Marisa Di Bari, currently a Canadian Official and Director of Marketing and Communications at Lacrosse Canada, shares the importance Molly had in hers and many other lives within women’s lacrosse:
For many officials in women's lacrosse - not just domestically but internationally as well, Molly McIntyre made us fall in love with officiating. She made the experience of officiating - whether an easy or tough game, an experience as a team. We always knew that with Molly we were supported and believed in.
She taught us that the game was about the players and that we were there to help make it safe and fair. Molly taught us the value of being a team, and having each other's backs not just in a game but outside of the game as well She was never someone to put herself first and talk about her achievements, but she was the first to celebrate her teammates and their accomplishments. She taught us the value of excellence and always reminded us that 50% of the fans won't like your call even when you are right Her ability to bring strength, poise and knowledge to the game which still cracking a few jokes here and there always made for a wonderful assignment.
“Molly was my first mentor, she taught me to believe in myself as an official and know that every game was a gold medal game and it deserved that quality of officiating. Each time I received a World Lacrosse nomination I would have a phone call, and email and a mailed letter from Molly wishing me the best for the event and telling me how proud she was of me Molly paved the road for us and taught us to be a team, support each other and always stand up for our rights. I always say, I would not be me, without Molly and I know that is true for so many of us in Women's Field Lacrosse. I will forever be grateful for everything Molly has done for us and am honoured to be one of the recipients of the Molly McIntyre Award” shares Marisa, regarding her personal experiences with Molly.
Molly McIntyre
Inducted into the Ontario Lacrosse Hall of Fame
MOLLY HAS HAD AN EXTENSIVE AND ADMIRABLE CAREER IN LACROSSE AND HAS BEEN A NATIONAL EMERITUS SINCE 2007. FOR THOSE LOOKING TO GET MORE FAMILIAR WITH MOLLY’S CAREER, HERE’S A SUMMARY:
MOLLY’S RATINGS
Provincial Rating 1989 - 1993
National Rating 1994 - 2001
International Rating 2002 - 2006
2013
ORLA - LIFE MEMBER
OLRA - JANE ACTON AWARD
Women’s Field Clinician 1989 - 2012
Women’s Field Assessor 1989 - 2017 NOCP
ONTARIO WOMEN’S LACROSSE - ROOTS OF THE GAME
OLRA - “MOLLY MCINTYRE AWARD” ESTABLISHED: RESPECT OF HER PEERS THROUGH EXCELLENCE ON THE FIELD, SERVICE TO THE GAME AND MENTORSHIP OF FELLOW OFFICIALS”
MOLLY’S CHAMPIONSHIP PARTICIPATION
ONTARIO CHAMPIONSHIPS
ONTARIO SUMMER GAMES
ONTARIO UNIVERSITY CHAMPIONSHIPS
CANADIAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
COMMONWEALTH GAMES
WORLD CUP FESTIVAL
U-19 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
SENIOR WORLD CUP
What’s Coming Up! Lacrosse Canada Events to Look Forward to
U15/U17 Men’s Field Development Camp
Lacrosse Canada is excited to announce the upcoming U15/U17 Development Camp, set to take place on July 24th and 25th, 2024 in Oshawa, ON, which offers aspiring young athletes an opportunity to showcase their skills and passion for the sport
The focus of this camp is to provide players with a platform to elevate their game and develop their skills around some of the best talent and coaches in the country With a curriculum focused on skill development, participants will immerse themselves in a dynamic learning environment
Building upon the success of previous development camps, this camp will be similar to last year's camp that took place in July This a great opportunity for young athletes given that there is invaluable exposure to the NCAA and its coaches, as well as the skill development opportunities offered by some of these coaches who will be in attendance.
We are happy to be able to provide athletes with these kinds of opportunities, and are looking forward to seeing what they can bring to the sport and how they can improve through this camp!
Men’s U20 Field Tryouts
Along with the development camps, the U20 Men’s Field Tryouts are also scheduled for July 24th and 25th, 2024, in Oshawa, ON These tryouts are a crucial step for aspiring athletes to showcase their talents and earn a spot on the national team
The focus of the tryouts is on skill assessment and development, providing athletes with a challenging and supportive environment to perform at their best These tryouts will determine the highly skilled team that will represent Canada in future international competitions
Lacrosse Canada is excited to provide this platform for athletes to take their game to the next level and contribute to the country’s future success in the sport.
We look forward to seeing all the players' incredible talent and dedication. Best of luck to everyone trying out!
We invite anyone who is interested to come watch these events take place and support some of the best players in the country!
Growing the Heritage
The Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame
The purposes of the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame, a not-for-profit corporation of Canada, are to:
Foster and promote the game of lacrosse and to stimulate the publicinterest of the game in Canada
Promote and develop community spirit by the encouragement of athletics, and particularly the game of lacrosse
Honour the tradition of lacrosse from its very roots, with displays honouring the Creator’s game, First Nations, and the sport of modern life.
The Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame, chartered in 1964, honours Players, Builders, Officials and Teams through an Annual Induction Process. Induction of new members is made to preserve the memory of the stars of yesteryear.
We preserve the finer traditions of the game in the form of an honour roll of former players, inducting them into a Hall of Fame as persons best exemplifying the spirit of friendly rivalry and personal consideration together with prizes, awards, and other distinctions relative to the game of lacrosse. We create a permanent record, physical and virtual, and showcase events so that the most impactful and best players, builders, officials, and teams, are not only remembered, but serve as inspiration to all Canadians and to lacrosse communities worldwide.
Join us on social media, at events, or through our three web sites: Our Main Site, Our Honoured Members and our Lacrosse Museum: https:// canlaxhall.org
The Canadian Lacrosse Magazine: https://laxhall com/ for the stories, lore, and heritage of lacrosse
The Bible of Lacrosse https://lacrossebible.ca/ for stats, profiles, and more –a start here guide to everything lacrosse.
