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    BLA Elite teams allow lacrosse players the opportunity to meet new friends and enjoy playing with other lacrosse players from throughout the Buffalo-Niagara region.  While enjoying the camaraderie, all BLA athletes will be trained by a highly qualified instruction team and compete against some of the best youth teams in North America.  The Elite Teams are the culminating component of the BLA Player Development Program, a curriculum that strives to enhance player growth while having fun.  For more information on the player development program please click here.  The BLA also organizes a summer alumni team as a way for its former elite team members to maintain their friendships long after high school.

    Player Experiences

    Upon making one of the BLA Elite teams, players can expect:

    • Weekly practices
    • Local games
    • Travel to premier tournaments
    • BLA Skill School
    • Guess speakers and instructors on character development, college experiences, community service and team strategies
    • Academic, character, health and college assistance.
    • Older players bios posted on the BLA online Recruiting page
    • Lacrosse apparel and/or equipment

    Player Requirements

    • High-Level of commitment
    • Possess strong moral character
    • Willingness to learn and work hard
    • Willing to adopt “team-first” philosophy
    • US Lacrosse Member

    Age Groups (click for more information)

    BLA Equipment

    More information on BLA helmets and gloves can be found on each team’s “Update Page.” 

    Safety, Health, and Fitness

    The BLA anticipates having a certified athletic trainer at all BLA Elite Team events, including the practices and games.  Furthermore, proper health and fitness are core areas that will be addressed with on the Elite Teams.

    Instruction Team

    The Buffalo Lacrosse Academy’s instructors are its most important and impressive characteristic.  For more information on the BLA staff click here.

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