THE PLL JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
The best experience in youth lacrosse.
2024 registration now open. Start your journey to the PLL now.
Overview
The PLL Junior Championships bring together hundreds of youth players (5th-8th grade) from all over the country for a one-of-a-kind PLL experience.
The PLL Junior Championships kick off with educational and immersive training camps. Not only will attendees be learning from the best; they will interact with the pros and hear the stories of how these athletes forged their path.
"I just wanted to say how incredible this PLL JR championship has been. My son has gone to a ton of events recently Apex summer games, Trilogy Future Aces … and although he really enjoyed those events, I have to say this event is BY FAR THE BEST."
- Nicholas, U13 Parent
PLL junior training campS
Every training camp is an opportunity for athletes to participate in a one-of-a-kind experience, receiving hands-on training from the best athletes and coaches in the sport. Each camp will have 10+ PLL players in attendance to coach with a focus on the following:
- Standardized teaching from top coaches + PLL pros
- Dedicated positional + skill training sessions
- Coordinated offensive + defensive concepts for game play
- Evaluations to determine skills, strengths, and ability.
- Opportunities to meet PLL players and learn from their stories
SESSION 1
1/19 - 1/21
Orlando, FL
Northeast Regional Park
SESSION 2
1/26 - 1/28
Orlando, FL
Northeast Regional Park
SESSION 3
2/2 - 2/4
Mesa, AZ
Lehi Sports Park
SESSION 4
2/9 - 2/11
Orlando, FL
Northeast Regional Park
TRAINING CAMP SAMPLE ITINERARY
FRIDAY
Check-in: 12:00PM - 3:00PM
Training Session: 3:15PM - 5:00PM
Training Session: 6:30PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY
PLL Round-Table: 8:15AM - 9:45AM
Training Session: 10:30AM - 12PM
Game Play: 2:00PM - 8:00PM
SUNDAY
Game Play: 8:00AM - 2:00PM
Check-out: 3:00PM
"Most of all, thank you to the coaches and PLL players who motivate our youth and continue to grow the sport. We enjoyed the PLL roundtable. This was a well-organized PLL camp with no wasted time. He really enjoyed it and learned a lot from the coaches and the feedback they provided him. He is looking forward to using the skills he learned at the camp in spring season."
- Tara, U11 Parent
CHAMPIONSHIP weekend
The 2024 PLL Junior Championships will take place during the summer at a PLL Game Weekend venue. Players receive full gear kits and will be outfitted by their respective teams. The top two teams in each age bracket compete on same field as the pros, on ESPN+. The unique experience will mimic an actual game weekend for PLL Athletes, and will be something attendees will never forget.
- Team Practices and 3 Game Round Robin Tournament
- Gear Package
- Gameday 'fit pics' upon arrival on site
- PLL Game Weekend Amenities
- Tickets for player and family to PLL Games
- Live-streamed championship games in PLL Stadium
- Games played under modified PLL Rules
A LOOK BACK AT THE 2023 PLL JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
The inaugural PLL Junior Championships took place August 4th-6th in Baltimore, MD. Championship Games were played at the historic Homewood Field and aired on ESPN+ on August 6th. In both divisions, the Junior Waterdogs defeated the Junior Archers to claim their first-ever titles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Age Divisions for the PLL Jr. Championships?
There are two divisions comprised of 5th and 6th Grade Players (2030/2031) and 7th and 8th (2028/2029) Grade Players. These players will be trained and evaluated in their separate age groups and those qualifying will be asked to be part of Player Pools for drafting on one of the eight PLL Jr. Teams in each age bracket.
Will there be assistance with travel accommodations for the training camps?
Room blocks and lodging will be set up for families traveling.
Where will the 2024 Jr. PLL Championship take place?
At a TBD PLL Game Weekend, in the summer of 2024.
Do we have to attend a training camp?
In order to be considered for the player pool and Junior Draft, you must attend at least one of the four training camps.
Questions? Please reach out to the Junior PLL team by filling out the form below,
or send us an email at jrpll@premierlacrosseleague.com!
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