The program is only available for individuals enrolled in high school by the start of the 2024-25 academic year and individuals must be born on or between September 1, 2005 and August 31, 2010 to be eligible.
- U18: Player must be born on or between September 1, 2005 and August 31, 2007
- U16: Player must be born on or between September 1, 2007 and August 31, 2010
Following the tryouts and review of online applications, approximately 350 players (175 boys and 175 girls) will be invited to USA Lacrosse for national combines. The boys’ combine will be held July 29-31, 2024 and the girls’ combine is set for July 31 – August 2, 2024.
During these three-day sessions, athletes will be taken through elite level training of both individual and team skill development as well as sessions on strength and conditioning, recruitment, student athlete advisory, social emotional learning, and leadership training.
At the conclusion of the combines, 24 players will be named to each of the USA Select U16 and U18 boys’ and girls’ teams. Those teams will compete against international competition at USA Lacrosse headquarters this fall.
The USA Lacrosse NTDP is sponsored by Cascade Maverik, STX, New Balance, Enovis, MedStar Health, NCSA, Gatorade, Hotel Planner and First Scout.
About USA Lacrosse
USA Lacrosse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is a Recognized Sports Organization of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. As the governing body of men’s and women’s lacrosse in the United States, USA Lacrosse leads the U.S. National Teams Program and establishes universal standards. With more than 400,000 members across the country, USA Lacrosse unites the community of players, coaches, officials, parents, and program leaders. Working together, we inspire participation, enrich the athlete experience, and support the growth of the sport.