Applications for Champ Camp 2026 are officially open.
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nationallacrossetour.com · Blog/News Section · Publish: March 2026
July 12–15, 2026 · University of Delaware · Newark, DE
Applications for Champ Camp 2026 are officially open.
Champ Camp is the National Lacrosse Tour’s flagship event and overnight experience. Four days of elite competition, individual player evaluation, world-class coaching, and championship lacrosse at the University of Delaware. This is where it begins.
What the Week Looks Like
| Sunday, July 12 Arrival & Opening | Players arrive from tournaments across the Northeast. No on-field lacrosse activities Opening ceremonies and welcome sessions Media day, content attached to each player’s profile Seminars: mental skills, social media, recruiting process, and more Check in 3:30pm-6:30pm |
| Monday, July 13 Training Day | Full day of on-field training Division I college coaches and private school coaches on the field Individual coaching, evaluation, and relationship building |
| Tuesday, July 14 Round Robin Play | Tournament play begins Four teams per division, 18 players per team (position-balanced)Round robin format ensures maximum playing time for every player |
| Wednesday, July 15 Championship Day | Bracket play and championship games Championship games played at University of Delaware’s stadium Conclude 3:30pm |
Who Should Apply
Champ Camp is built for the most competitive players in the country. Applications are reviewed individually. Acceptance is merit-based. Spots are limited by position and division.
The Coaching Staff
Every player at Champ Camp works directly with coaches who are invested in their development:
- Division I college coaches working directly with high school players and in training sessions with middle school players
- Top private school coaches on the field coaching, evaluating, and building relationships with youth players
- All coaches present throughout the event, not in the stands, but in the thick of it
What’s Included
- Four days of elite competition
- Overnight dorm stay at the University of Delaware
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
- Complete NLT gear package for the full week
- Individual player evaluation across full performance metrics
- Media day content attached to your player profile
- Seminars on mental performance, social media, and the recruiting process
What Comes Next
Champ Camp 2026 is the foundation. Following the event, the Road to Champ Camp 2027 begins at the Players Invitational in December. The circuit runs through four events per division before returning to the University of Delaware for the Tour Championship at Champ Camp 2027, where the NLT 25, the 25 best players in the country per grad year class, will be revealed.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button at the top of this page to submit your application for Boys or Girls. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early, spots are limited.
Questions? Reach out at info@nationallacrossetour.com
