sixes lacrosse league

sixes lacrosse league

Launching in Spring 2024, we are excited to introduce the Sixes Development League into the TOP Lacrosse Player Pathway! Sixes Lacrosse is a new and exciting style of field lacrosse designed to maximize player development with more touches, more scoring, and more action during each game.

Overview

  • Sundays, 1.5-hour session (45 mins skills + 45 mins games)

  • U9 to U15 divisions (2010 to 2017 birthyears)

  • Two year age divisions (U9, U11 & U13/U15)

  • 6v6 style gameplay, no body checking allowed

  • Teams changed weekly to ensure fair play

  • No lacrosse experience required 

All sessions will take place at De La Salle College School turf. Pending any field closures, other facilities may be used.

Additional Skills Session

During Spring and Fall seasons we offer an additional weekly skills session on Thursday nights from 6pm-7:15pm at De La Salle. This session is purely focused on continuing to develop fundamental skills like scooping, cradling, shooting, passing, and body positioning, with an emphasis on athletic literacy, movement skills, and footwork. 

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Why Play Lacrosse?!

Lacrosse is widely considered the “Fastest Sport on Two Feet'' and offers players an excellent opportunity to develop foundational athletic skills that will directly translate to other sports like hockey, soccer, and basketball. Lacrosse is a high-tempo and action-packed game played on a smaller soccer field, resulting in more time with the ball, more scoring, and fewer stoppages. Many NHL legends like Wayne Gretzky, John Tavares, and Steven Stamkos credit lacrosse with helping develop their hockey skills in the off-season and offer an alternative to year-round hockey or soccer.

Sixes Lacrosse in the OLYMPICS!

In 2023 the IOC approved Sixes Field Lacrosse as an official Olympic sport for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics! This news is an incredible step for lacrosse on the global stage and will go a long way for the overall growth of the sport. While many countries play lacrosse worldwide, not many play lacrosse at the grassroots level which we are so lucky to have here in North America. The Sixes lacrosse format is a very approachable way to introduce the sport to new players worldwide, and with fewer rules to learn, the casual viewer will have a much easier time digesting the sport on TV.

For more information about the program, please email info@topsports.ca.

SPRING SEASON - 2024

U13/U15 Division (2010-2013 birthyears)

  • Date/Time: Sundays 2pm-3:30pm

  • Location: De La Salle College Turf

U11 Division (2014/2015 birthyears)

  • Date/Time: Sundays 2pm-3:30pm

  • Location: De La Salle College Turf

U9 Division (2016/2017 birthyears)

  • Date/Time: Sundays 12:30pm-2pm

  • Location: De La Salle College Turf

spring 2024 programs

u13/U15 division

2010-2013 Birthyears
Dates: Sundays 2:00pm-3:30pm
Season: April 28 to June 23
Cost: $440 + HST

REGISTRATION OPENS FEB. 15th @ 12PM

u11 division

2014/2015 Birthyears
Dates: Sundays 2:00pm-3:30pm
Season: April 28 to June 23
Cost: $440 + HST

REGISTRATION OPENS FEB. 15th @ 12PM

u9 division

2016/2017 Birthyears
Dates: Sundays 12:30pm-2:00pm
Season: April 28 to June 23
Cost: $440 + HST

REGISTRATION OPENS FEB. 15th @ 12PM

frequently asked questions

  • The Sixes Development League is an easy and low-pressure way for young athletes to get introduced to the game of lacrosse. The 6 v 6 style reduces the knowledge needed to start playing and learning the sport, and the fast-pace and constant scoring make this format fun and exciting!

  • The main difference between our Academy teams and the Sixes League is the commitment level per week. The Academy teams have 2-3 events per week, where the Sixes League has 1 event per week on Sundays and an optional weeknight skills session.

  • The first half of each weekly session will feature a comprehensive skills development practice led by our professional coaching staff, focusing on fundamental skills like scooping, cradling, shooting, passing, and body positioning. The second half of each weekly session will feature non-stop gameplay where players will have the opportunity to translate their new skills directly into Sixes League games and receive in-game coaching and feedback.

    • Develops offensive creativity, vision, and play-making skills

    • Builds strength, endurance, and hand-eye coordination

    • Teaches proper body contact, body positioning, and ball protection skills

    • Reinforces the importance of speed, quickness, and agility

    • Play both offensive and defensive positions and learn to transition quicker

  • Hockey equipment can be used in substitute for lacrosse gear.

    • Boys Lacrosse Stick

    • Cleats (soccer or lacrosse)

    • Helmet w/ cage (hockey or lacrosse)

    • Gloves (hockey or lacrosse)

    • Shoulder pads (hockey or lacrosse)

    • Elbow pads (hockey or lacrosse)

    • Jock

    • Mouthguard (recommended)

    • Jersey (provided)

    • Shorts

  • We encourage players to sign up with friends, and every effort will be made to place friends in the same group for the majority of the sessions. Limit to one friend request per player.

OUR CORE VALUES

#1 - Multi-Sport Development
We believe that multi-sport play, over time, is essential to creating a well-rounded and successful athlete.

#2 - Seasonal Set Schedules
Our programs feature an efficient, set schedule for the whole season, providing ultimate predictability and allowing you to plan around your sports’ commitments.

#3 - Quality Coaches Who Care
Our professional coaches take pride in building relationships with players and pushing them to reach their full potential, in sport and beyond.

#4 - Character Building Through Sport
We use sports as a vehicle to teach essential life skills like discipline, teamwork, respect, work ethic, & accountability.