High School (Twin Cities)
Our High School Program for the 2026/27 Season is designed for players competing at the Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Junior Varsity-B levels who are looking to continue their development through structured training and intentional competition.
The program consists of three teams: Premier, Twin Cities 17U, and North Shore 17U. Based on roster size and readiness, additional teams may be formed.
Players will receive over a 140 plus hours of total development (including speed & strength, lacrosse skills, and games).
- 80 hours of lacrosse skills
- 60 hours of speed & strength
- 12-20 hours of games depending on team placement. Does not include optional tournament games.
PREMIER
- Same coaching and development model as all Lakers teams.
- Made up of grad years 2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030
- Competes in the highest-level events on our schedule.
- Players commit to additional attendance and consistency across the season.
- Made up of players from the Twin Cities, our North Shore program, and sister program in New Jersey.
Twin Cities 17U
- Same coaching and development model as all Lakers teams.
- Made up of grad years 2028, 2029, and 2029.
- Competes in strong local and regional events.
- Maintains the full structure while offering more scheduling flexibility.
- Option to compete in strong national events with North Shore 17U players.
Training
Practices are designed for high reps, high-quality touches, and high energy, combining lacrosse and athletic development in every session.
Speed & Conditioning
In addition to lacrosse skills, team concepts, and lacrosse IQ, players receive structured speed and conditioning training. All speed and conditioning is designed by our Strength & Conditioning Director, Antawan Walker, owner of UnTamed Sports, to match the demands of lacrosse and develop complete, durable athletes.
- Integrated into fall practices on Sundays and summer practices (Twin Cities) on Tuesdays and Thursdays .
- Additional training session during the off-season (September through February) during the week.
- Remote programming available for athletes outside the metro.
Practices
September 2026
Sundays: 13, 20, and 27
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
October 2026
Sundays: 4 and 18
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 6, 13, 20, and 27
November 2026
Sundays: 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 3, 10, 17, and 24
Thursdays: 5, 12, and 19
December 2026
Sundays: 6, 13, and 20
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 1, 8, and 15
Thursdays: 3, 10, and 17
January 2027
Sundays: 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 5, 12, 19, and 26
Thursdays: 7, 14, 21, and 28
February 2027
Sundays: 7, 14, 21, and 28
Tuesdays (speed & strength training): 2, 9, 16, and 23
Thursdays: 4, 11, 18, and 25
June 2027
Tuesdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Wednesday: 9
Thursdays: 3, 10, 17, and 24
July 2027
Tuesdays: 6, 13, and 20
Wednesday: 14
Thursdays: 8 and 15
Optional Skills Training
Families and players looking for additional skills training can add on optional training that will be on Wednesdays:
June: 2, 16, 23, and 30
July: 7
Practice Location:
Practices will either be at:
- Playmakers Lacrosse in Vadnais Heights, Minn.
- Irondale High School in New Brighton, Minn.
- TCO Field House in Vadnais Heights, Minn.
- White Bear Lake High School in White Bear, Minn.
Tournaments
PREMIER
Required Events
- Team Illinois Fall Invitational in Rockford, Ill.: Friday, October 23–25, 2026.
- IWLCA Champions Cup in Boyds, Md.: Friday, June 18–20, 2027
- ADRLN Western Shootout in Colorado Springs, Colo.: Thursday, July 8–11, 2027
- Middle of the Map in Overland, Kan.: Friday, July 16–18, 2027
Optional Events
- IWLCA Presidents Cup in Tampa, Fla.: Friday, November 20–Sunday, November 22.
- Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival in Indio, Cali.: Thursday, January 14–18, 2027.
TWIN CITIES 17U
REQUIRED EVENTS
- Team Illinois Fall Invitational in Rockford, Ill.: Friday, October 23–25, 2026.
- Blue Ox Invitational in Blaine, Minn. - Saturday, June 12, and Sunday, June 13, 2027
- Middle of the Map in Overland, Kan.: Friday, July 16–18, 2027
Optional Events
- IWLCA Presidents Cup in Tampa, Fla.: Friday, November 20–Sunday, November 22.
- Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival in Indio, Cali.: Thursday, January 14–18, 2027.
- ADRLN Western Shootout in Colorado Springs, Colo.: Thursday, July 8–11, 2027
Program Investment
Cost for the 2026/27 Season cover program fees plus the athlete's corresponding team fee.
Program Fees
- Participation for the 2026 Fall - 2027 Summer Season
- First uniform (light jersey top, dark jersey top, and shorts)
- First practice pinnie and shorts
- Shooter Shirts
- Lakers Backpack
- Administrative Costs
- Equipment
- IWLCA SportsRecruit profile
- Speed & Conditioning training through Training Haus.
PREMIER TEAM FEES
- Team Illinois Fall Invitational Tournament Registration, coaches' stipend, rental car, and their hotel.
- IWLCA Champions Cup coaches airfare, stipend, hotel room, and one team meal
- ADRLN Western Shootout coaches airfare, stipend, hotel room, and one team meal
- Middle of the Map Tournament Registration, coaches' stipend, rental car, and their hotel.
- 2026/27 field/training rental space
- 2026/27 coaches pay
TWIN CITIES 17U TEAM FEES
- Team Illinois Fall Invitational Tournament Registration, coaches' stipend, rental car, and their hotel.
- Blue Ox Invitational Tournament Registration & coaches' stipend
- Middle of the Map Tournament Registration, coaches' stipend, rental car, and their hotel.
- 2026/27 field/training rental space
- 2026/27 coaches pay
ADDITIONAL COSTS
- Players/families hotel, travel, and additional expenses for Team Illinois Fall Invitational, IWLCA Champions Cup, ADRLN Western Shootout, and Middle of the Map.
- Optional tournaments.
- Airline travel, hotel, and additional expenses for optional tournaments.
- Meal and souvenirs at tournaments.
- Additional uniforms.
- Additional apparel.
- Additional training options.
2025/26 Season
Players invited to the Minnesota Lakers Premier or Select 17U program, please refer to your Invitation to Join Lakers email for your registration link.
If you have further questions or need assistance, please reach out to us via email.
Players must have a VALID USA LACROSSE MEMBERSHIP through July 31, 2026.