TOP Lacrosse Club
Club Overview
TOP Lacrosse is the premier field lacrosse program in Midtown Toronto, offering competitive and recreational programs for boys and girls to learn, grow, and excel in the sport of lacrosse. Starting with our youngest players in the Junior Lax program and continuing into our Development programs and Competitive teams, all TOP Lacrosse programs feature a dedicated & professional coaching staff, premier facilities, and a proven curriculum focused on skill development and long-term athlete development.
Our primary goal at TOP Lacrosse is to provide each player with a competitive and fun environment to improve their skills, learn the game, and provide a pathway to post-secondary lacrosse. For the 2025 season, we will be offering lacrosse programs for boys and girls born between 2010 and 2021 at the competitive and recreational levels. Whether your child is new to the game or has played competitively before, we have something for everyone — from Junior Lax to Sixes League, Academy Teams, and Prep Teams.
Why Families Choose TOP
Premier Lacrosse Experience
Our programs are built to provide high-quality coaching, real skill development and small-area games, and a consistent weekly schedule that allows kids to play other sports and have more time in the summers. All TOP Lacrosse programs feature qualified professional non-parent coaches supported by full-time Technical Staff, and a full-time administrative team to help with any issues. Our programs are hosted at premier facilities in Midtown Toronto on FIFA regulation turf fields.
Programs
Player Pathway
Offered for ages 4–6, Junior Lax offers a great opportunity for kids to learn the basics of lacrosse in a high-energy environment with a strong focus on movement, fundamentals, and FUN.
TOP Lacrosse Sixes League offers an exciting, fast-paced lacrosse experience for boys and girls ages 7–14, combining skill development and gameplay in a 6v6, non-contact format.
Competitive Teams are the pinnacle of the lacrosse programming at TOP Lacrosse and offer a pathway for advanced players looking for a more complete season with structured practices, tournaments, and games.
Offered at U15+, Prep Teams provide an enhanced competitive pathway with USA showcase tournaments and NCAA recruiting opportunities. These teams run from January to October and include an efficient weekly commitment.
- Full-Season Set Schedule — predictable seasonal schedules designed for busy families.
- Flexible Summer Programming — summer break designed to give more time back to players and families.
- High-Quality Development — innovative development model featuring high-touch sessions and small-sided games.
- Professional Staff — qualified, professional coaches and full-time Technical & Administrative staff.
What to Expect
The TOP Lacrosse Experience
For Players
- Development-focused sessions with tons of touches and movement
- Small-sided games to build confidence and decision-making
- Clear pathway from Junior Lax → Sixes League → Academy → Prep Teams
- Coaches who care about growth on and off the field
For Parents
- Seasonal, set schedule with no rotating times
- Professional, non-parent coaching staff
- Clear communication and organized schedule
- Designed to fit with hockey and soccer seasons
Our Coaches
- Innovative game-based curriculum and session plans
- Positive culture with emphasis on teamwork & character
- Development over results — Character Building Through Sport
- Consistent standards across Toronto, Oakville, Whitby, & York Region
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Leadership
Meet the Technical Director
Bennett Drake
Bennett joined TOP Lacrosse in 2022 from the National Lacrosse League's Ottawa Black Bears, where he serves as the Director of Scouting, Video Coordinator, and U.S. Scout. Prior to his role with the Black Bears, Bennett was an Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for the Men's Lacrosse team at Georgian Court University (NCAA Div. II) from 2017–2020, where he helped lead the team to multiple CACC First-Team All-Conference selections and a regular-season title. Before Georgian Court, Bennett coached at the grassroots level with the United Lacrosse Club (NJ), New Jersey Lacrosse Club (NJ), and Edge Lacrosse in Ontario.
- Current NLL Video Coach, Ottawa Black Bears
- Former NCAA Division I player, University of Albany
- Former NCAA Division II assistant coach, Georgian Court University
Contact: bennett@topsports.ca
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2026 Coaching Staff
Jason Crosbie
Head Coach, Varsity Prep Program
Jason comes to us with 40+ years of playing and coaching experience at the highest levels around the world, spanning from youth and development levels, Junior lacrosse, Senior Lacrosse, World Lacrosse, and the NLL. Most recently Jason spent time with the Ottawa Black Bears and New York Riptide, and currently also helps with the Team Canada Lacrosse World development team, preparing the next generations for the world stages. Jason is a graduate from NCAA DIII St Lawrence University 98' where he was an All American and UCAA 1st team 3 times and scoring champ twice while participating in the North-South All Star game.
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Pent Eistrat
TOP Lacrosse Coach
Coach Pent is entering his fifth season with TOP Lacrosse, as one of the longest standing members of the TOP Lacrosse coaching staff. Pent is extremely familiar and well rounded in his coaching abilities. Working with all ages from our Junior Lax crew, to the Varsity Prep Program. Coach Pent played his NCAA lacrosse at Division III powerhouse R.I.T, winning two national championships and a near perfect collegiate record overall. Pent also played for the Rochester Knighthawks in the NLL for two seasons. Coach Pent also represents Team Latvia on the World Lacrosse stage, most recently competing in the European championships last summer, and working to qualify the country to the Olympics in LA 2028!
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Brendan Vogan
TOP Lacrosse Coach
Coach Brendan is back for his fifth season with TOP Lacrosse, a longstanding member of the TOP Sports community in both the Lacrosse, Hockey, and Camps programs. Brendan is very in tune with all things TOP Sports and is a massive advocate for the multisport approach here in our program. Coach Brendan played his college lacrosse at the University of Guelph, a four year starter who helped bring two CUFLA Championships to the program.
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Zach Young
TOP Lacrosse Coach
Coach Zach is entering his second full year with TOP Lacrosse. Coach Zach was selected 17th overall in the 2023 NLL Entry Draft by the Albany FireWolves, and currently still plays in the league for the Las Vegas Desert Dogs. Before turning pro, Coach Zach played college lacrosse at the University of North Carolina.