CLL Alumni Selected in 2026 NLL Draft

The Canadian Lacrosse League (CLL) congratulates six players selected in the 2026 National Lacrosse League (NLL) Draft. Seeing these young athletes continue their lacrosse journeys and take another step toward playing professionally is a special moment for the players, their families, and everyone involved in their development. With six players selected across four rounds, the CLL is honoured to have had these young men participate in our programming. 

SILAS RICHMOND — TORONTO ROCK

[PHOTO: Silas Richmond celebrates after a goal at the 2022 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship.]

Silas Richmond was selected by the Toronto Rock in the first round, second overall, in the 2026 NLL Draft. No stranger to a big stag, Silas competed with the CLL at the 2022 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship in Winnipeg, MB at Canada Life Centre winning the Gold Medal — home of the Winnipeg Jets of the National Hockey League (NHL). With games airing on TSN, Silas lead Canada and the World Juniors with 34 Points, 24 Goals, and 8.5 Points Per Game Average in just 4 Games — and was named First Team All-World Forward. 

DAVID ANDERSON — GEORGIA SWARM

[PHOTO: David Anderson at the 2021 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship.]

David Anderson was selected by the Georgia Swarm in the first round, ninth overall. David competed with the CLL at the 2021 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship for Canada East, where he won gold. Prior to joining the CLL Anderson played for Haudenosaunee at the 2019 and 2018 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship. Over his three appearances at the World Juniors 10 Games, 17 Goals, 26 Assists, good for 4.3 Points Per Game Average at the Championships. 

OWEN TASSE — LAS VEGAS DESERT DOGS

[PHOTO: Owen Tasse competing at the 2021 IIJl World U17 Lacrosse Championship.]

Owen Tasse was selected by the Las Vegas Desert Dogs in the first round, 11th overall. Owen competed with the CLL at the 2021 IIJL World U17 Lacrosse Championship, prior to the start of his junior career. Tasse was a part of the first formalized CLL U17 Canada roster, that is no reclassified as U18.  

JEREMY WUDRICK — VANCOUVER WARRIORS

[PHOTO: Jeremy Wudrick at the 2022 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship.]

Jeremy Wudrick was selected by the Vancouver Warriors in the second round, 27th overall. Jeremy competed with the CLL at 2022 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship. Wudrick was an anchor on the right side of the offence scoring 6 Goals and added 8 Assists in 4 Games on the way winning the Gold Medal. 

NATHAN THOMAS POULIOT — LAS VEGAS DESERT DOGS

[PHOTO: Nathan Thomas Pouliot at the 2021 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship with Canada East.]

Nathan Thomas Pouliot was selected by the Las Vegas Desert Dogs in the third round, 34th overall. Nathan competed with the CLL at 2021 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship for Canada East, winning the Gold Medal. While playing defence Pouliot contributed on offence in transition scoring 1 Goal and added 1 Assist. 

BRENDEN BOYLE — GEORGIA SWARM

[PHOTO: Brenden Boyle competing at the 2021 IIJL World Junior Lacrosse Championship with Canada East.]

Brenden Boyle was selected by the Georgia Swarm in the fifth round, 52nd overall. Brenden competed with the CLL at the 2021 World Junior Lacrosse Championship, also with Canada East winning the Gold Medal. Boyle quarterbacked the Canada East defence that went undefeated against Canada West.

THE NEXT CHAPTER

While being drafted is an incredible achievement, there is still plenty of work ahead for these six young men. Each will have the opportunity to compete for a place on an NLL roster, where hard work, determination, and performance will ultimately determine their next steps.

For those players who weren't selected in the draft, the journey is far from over. Open tryouts, training camps, and other opportunities provide additional pathways to earning a professional roster spot. Being drafted is just one way to reach the next level. For players willing to put in the work, the door is never closed.

Interested in following in their footsteps? Join the Canadian Lacrosse League, gain valuable playing experience and exposure, and take the next step in your own lacrosse journey — click here for more information!