The National Lacrosse Tour is the premier individual player circuit in youth lacrosse. Built for the most competitive players in the country, the NLT gives elite athletes a season-long platform to test themselves, earn national recognition, and compete for the Tour Championship at Champ Camp.
The National Lacrosse Tour is the premier individual player circuit in youth lacrosse, built for the most talented young players across the United States and Canada. Our mission is to elevate the game by giving elite athletes a national platform to compete at the highest level, showcase their skills against the best in the country, and earn the most prestigious individual recognition in youth lacrosse — the NLT 25.
Under the banner of ‘Accurate Power Ratings,’ the National Lacrosse Tour is dedicated to national-level players striving to earn their place in the NLT25. By bringing together only verified, elite players, we provide the most transparent and accurate ranking system in the country, based on positional efficiency and performance at every event.
Under the banner of our unique point system, individual players earn points with every standout performance, climbing the ranks toward the elite NLT25. This system not only highlights their individual excellence but also ensures a transparent and competitive path to the top, where the best players earn their place in the NLT25 and the ultimate recognition.
1. Apply Online Submit your application to attend a Prospect Camp or to become a Tour Member. Every player starts here. Prospect Camps bring together the top players in the country and give every attendee a chance to be seen at the highest level. If you are ready to join the Tour, you can apply online directly. All applications are reviewed individually and acceptance is merit-based.
2. Become a Tour Member Tour Members attend NLT events throughout the season and earn points based on individual performance. Every event is an opportunity to climb the rankings and build your case for the NLT 25.
3. The NLT 25 The top 25 players in each grad year class (High School) or birth year (Youth Level) earn the most prestigious individual recognition in youth lacrosse. The NLT 25 is revealed at Champ Camp, the pinnacle of the NLT season and the highest honor a player can earn in their grad year class.
As the premier national youth lacrosse league, we offer the nation’s most talented young players from the United States and Canada a chance to compete at the highest level and strive for the prestigious NLT 25 designation. Our mission is to elevate national youth lacrosse by creating a platform where elite players can showcase their skills and compete to earn a spot among the top 100, distinguishing themselves on a truly national stage.
Under the banner of ‘Accurate Power Ratings,’ the National Lacrosse Tour is dedicated to national-level players striving to earn their place in the NLT25. By bringing together only verified, elite players, we provide the most transparent and accurate ranking system in the country, based on positional efficiency and performance at every event.
Under the banner of our unique point system, individual players earn points with every standout performance, climbing the ranks toward the elite NLT25. This system not only highlights their individual excellence but also ensures a transparent and competitive path to the top, where the best players earn their place in the NLT25 and the ultimate recognition.
Most lacrosse events are one-off tournaments. You show up, you play, and it's over. The NLT is different. Every event is part of a connected season that builds toward one destination — the Tour Championship at Champ Camp. Your performance at every stop matters. Your ranking builds throughout the year. The NLT is the first lacrosse circuit built the way elite players deserve.
The Road to Champ Camp 2027 begins at the Players Invitational in December. From there, the circuit runs through the Masters and the US Open before arriving at the Tour Championship — Champ Camp 2027 at the University of Delaware.
Youth players and high school players each compete on their own circuit, with one shared event where both divisions come together at the Players Invitational.
Youth Circuit
Players Invitational → Masters Youth → US Open Youth → Champ Camp 2027
High School Circuit
Players Invitational → Masters High School → US Open High School → Champ Camp 2027
At the NLT, every performance counts. Players earn points at every event based on individual performance — not just goals, but ground balls, hustle stats, and complete player metrics. Rankings update throughout the season.
The top 25 players in each grad year class — the NLT 25 — will be revealed at Champ Camp 2027. Being named to the NLT 25 in your class means you are one of the 25 best players in the country at your position and grad year. That is a credential that carries weight in the recruiting world.
Winning an NLT event means earning one of the circuit's four unique championship awards. Each event has its own distinct award tied to its identity — because championships should mean something.
The NLT 25 is the most prestigious individual recognition in youth lacrosse. Five separate lists — one per grad year class — identifying the 25 best players in the country by class.
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The NLT 25 is revealed at Champ Camp 2027. Every event on the circuit is a chance to earn points, climb the rankings, and put yourself in contention. The race starts at the Players Invitational.
1. Apply — Submit your application through the NLT player application portal. Applications are reviewed individually. Acceptance is merit-based.
2. Get Evaluated — Every NLT event includes individual player evaluation across a full range of performance metrics. Your data is tracked throughout the season.
3. Earn Your Ranking — Points accumulate across all events. Your ranking updates after every stop on the circuit. The best players rise.
4. Compete for the Championship — The season builds toward Champ Camp, where the Tour Championship is decided and the NLT 25 per class is revealed.
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