Tournament Spotlight: NLF Summer Kickoff

The NLF Summer Kickoff serves as the official launch of the summer season for middle school and younger teamsin the National Lacrosse Federation—a coalition of some of the most elite club programs in the country. Held at the Kirkwood Sports Complex, this event sets the tone for the summer circuit, bringing together top-tier talent, national contenders, and rising stars across all age groups.

2029 Division

The 2029 bracket is stacked with elite talent and compelling matchups.

• Projected Pool Winners:

  • Pool 1: #3 Team 91 LI Chaos

  • Pool 2: #1 Express Black (Channy)

  🏆 Projected Championship:
  #1 Express Black (Channy) defeats #3 Team 91 LI Chaos, 9–8

2030 Division

With Team 91 LI Cyclones entering as the #2 team in the nation, the 2030 field is deep with talent:

• Projected Pool Winners:

  • Pool 1: #2 Team 91 LI Cyclones

  • Pool 2: Laxachusetts Black

  • Pool 3: #8 Crabs

  🏆 Projected Championship:
  #2 Team 91 LI Cyclones over #8 Crabs, 12–10

2031 Division

This age group features a mix of powerhouse clubs and fast-rising programs from emerging markets.

• Projected Pool Winners:

  • Pool 1: #17 Express East Vitale

  • Pool 2: #11 Crabs

  • Pool 3: #9 LI Express Chucks

  🏆 Projected Championship:
  #11 Crabs defeat #9 LI Express Chucks, 7–6 (coin flip—edge to the home team)

2032 Division

The 2032 group is headlined by a marquee top-3 showdown and several strong contenders:

• Projected Pool Winners:

  • Pool 1: #18 Team 91 Valor

  • Pool 2: #25 Clippers Blue

  • Pool 3: #2 Annapolis Hawks

  🏆 Projected Championship:
  #2 Annapolis Hawks defeat Laxachusetts Black, 6–4

As the first major event of the summer for middle school and youth programs in the National Lacrosse Federation, the NLF Summer Kickoff at Kirkwood Sports Complex sets the tone for the months ahead. With powerhouse clubs, rising talent, and can't-miss matchups across every age group, this event is the ultimate proving ground for the next generation of lacrosse stars.