Prospects - Regional Combines

Play Major Junior Lacrosse & Represent Canada on the world stage

CLL is re-launching Regional Combines across the country for the Fall of 2025 and Winter of 2026. Each Regional Combine provides players with the opportunity to work closely with CLL staff in a controlled environment to showcase their skill, athleticism, and lacrosse IQ in preparation for the 2026 competition calendar. 

Regional Combines have been expanded and will be held over three (3) days. Regional Combines include; position specific coaches Chalk Talks to expand on Lacrosse IQ, Athletic Testing to provide players with benchmarks and rankings amongst players competing in their same age category, advanced Drills to improve situational awareness, and conclude with full-length and officiated Scrimmages under the IIJL Rule Book. 

making The Jump

Since pausing Regional Combines three (3) years ago, CLL staff have identified a hole in player development. Specifically, players lacking Lacrosse IQ when trying to make the jump from Minor to Junior, Junior B to Junior A, or beyond. This conclusion is reinforced by the fact our Canada international program has never won Gold at the IIJL World U18 Lacrosse Championship. 

Peak player success came when CLL staff had the ability to work with and introduce players to advance junior and professional strategies. Due to 'Association' interference, CLL paused Regional Combines three (3) years ago. While it was obvious what the 'Associations' were trying to accomplish, instead of fighting, CLL attempted to assemble rosters by invitation only—that's over. During Player Exit Interviews, players and parents overwhelmingly requested more CLL coaching and training—we're going to give them what they want!

 UPDATE  — The US Indoor Lacrosse (USIL) National Team Development Program (NTDP) will be participating in select Regional Combine.