2024 Prairie Cup
Introducing the Prairie Cup
July 20 to 21 (July 19 travel day)
Regina, Saskatchewan
The ALA is excited to announce the collaboration with the Saskatchewan Lacrosse Association and the Manitoba Lacrosse Association to provide opportunities for our athletes to prepare for the National Stage. The ALA has committed to following the LTAD pathways, and we are proud to support this regional tournament. Offering the ability for regional competition, with multiple teams from Alberta, allows for greater development opportunities throughout our province, leading to growth for both the grassroots and high-performance streams.
The ALA will be sending the following teams to participate in the 2024 Prairie Cup:
| Northern Alberta | Southern Alberta |
| U13 Male | U13 Male |
| U13 Female | U13 Female |
| U15 Male | U15 Male |
| U15 Female | U15 Female |
U13 and U15 Male Box Prairie Cup Regional Tryouts
Registration Opening Soon
| Date | Time | Facility | |
| May 25 | |||
| U13/15 Male | 8:00am-8:00pm | Kinsmen Arena, Red Deer | Attend |
| May 26 | |||
| U13/1515 Male | 8:00am-7:00pm | Kinsmen Arena, Red Deer | Invite Only |
U13 and U15 Female Box Prairie Cup Tryouts
Registration Opening Soon
| Date | Time | Facility | |
| June 1 | |||
| U13/U15 Female | 8:00am-8:00pm | Gary Moe Sportsplex-Lacombe Arena | Attend |
| June 2 | |||
| U13/U15 Female | 8:00am-8:00pm | Gary Moe Sportsplex-Lacombe Arena | Invite Only |
Fees
| Event | Fee |
| Tryout | $50 |
| Team Fee | $525 |
Coaching Call
The Alberta Lacrosse Association is currently on a province-wide search for Head Coaches for the 2024 Prairie Cup. The event takes place July 19-21 in Regina,Saskatchewan.
There will be 8 opportunities for Head Coaches, with 2 male and 2 female teams at the U13 and U15 divisions. This will be a great development opportunity and introduction into the High Performance stream.
For more information please review ALA Prairie Cup Coaching Brief.
Head Coach Candidates
Interested coaches should send a copy of their Lacrosse Resume, including their current NCCP number, along with the team interested in coaching to the
Technical Director.
Refund Policy
Withdrawal during A try-out: A tryout fee 100% non-refundable.
Withdrawal due to injury: will be prorated based on date of withdrawal Credit card refunds are completed within 72 hours; from the date the Team Alberta Coordinator receives the withdrawal notice.
Frequently Asked Question
Q: Are Prairie Cup teams a part of Team Alberta?
A: No.
Prairie Cup is not under the envelope of Team Alberta. The ALA has committed to following the LTAD pathways, and we are proud to support this regional tournament. Offering the ability for regional competition, with multiple teams from Alberta, allows for greater development opportunities throughout our province, leading to growth for both the grassroots and high-performance streams.
Q: How many practices will each team receive?
A: Each team will be provided with a minimum of 4 floor times for practices.
Q: What will the players receive for uniforms?
A: Each player will receive a team jersey and shorts.
Q: Can teams fundraise for additional equipment or swag?
A: No. Moderate fundraising will be approved for team building activities, which can include meals, extra floor times, etc.
Q: Does the player fees cover transportation and accommodations?
A: No. The ALA will provide a list of accommodations that have group rates. Teams have the option to book together or as individuals.
Q: Will there be red shirts?
A: No.
Q: How will the teams be made?
A: Geography will be a factor in team makeup, but the evaluation process will look to select the highest-rated players first, not by where they live.
Prairie Cup point of contact:
Tammy Machado: teamab@albertalacrosse.com
Code of Conducts
Prairie Cup Coaches Code of Conduct
Prairie Cup Players Code of Conduct
Prairie Cup Parent Code of Conduct
**More Information to Come
