Lax Wars
- Grad Years 2031–2037
- Divisions Split By Grad Year
- Lax Wars & Lax Wars Youth
- Citrin Field & Smith Field
- Wesleyan University
- Middletown, Connecticut
- June 19–20, 2027
- Grad Years 2031–2037
- Divisions Split By Grad Year
- Lax Wars & Lax Wars Youth
- Citrin Field & Smith Field
- Wesleyan University
- Middletown, Connecticut
- June 19–20, 2027
What Is Lax Wars?
Legends Lax Wars is a two-day youth lacrosse tournament hosted by Legends Lacrosse on Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20, 2027 at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. It’s built to close out the spring season with real competition on a real college campus, with divisions split by grad year so every team sees matched opponents. Two days, one campus, grad years High School | 2028-2031 – Youth | 2031-2037
Who Can Play
Lax Wars is open to grad years 2031 through 2037, with games played across two days on Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20.
Spots in each division are limited, so clubs are encouraged to secure a bid early.
Younger teams play in Lax Wars Youth, the youth event on the same campus.
Divisions
- Divisions are split by grad year, 2031 through 2037
- Teams line up against matched competition all weekend
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Game Format
- Two full days of play, Saturday and Sunday
- Games on two lighted turf fields at Wesleyan
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Schedule
Games are played Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20. [Confirm start and finish times before publishing.]
Schedule requests must be submitted in writing to events@legendslax.com at least 30 days before the event. Requests are not guaranteed.
Event Pricing
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Game
Format
Divisions are split by grad year so teams line up against matched competition all weekend — two full days of games across two lighted turf fields on Wesleyan’s campus. Spots in each division are limited, so clubs are encouraged to lock in a bid early.
- Grad Years 2028-2031
- Divisions Split By Grad Year
- Two Days Of Play
- Two Lighted Turf Fields
- On A College Campus
- Limited Spots Per Division
Youth
Lax Wars Youth
Lax Wars Youth is the youth side of Legends Lax Wars, hosted by Legends Lacrosse at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. Divisions are split by grad year so younger teams line up against matched competition, with the same college-campus setting as the main event.
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- 2031-2037
- Divisions Split By A/B
- June 19th-20th
- Wesleyan University
- Middletown, Connecticut
- Hosted By Legends Lacrosse
How It Goes Down
7:00 AM · Check-In Opens
Roster verification at the event tent before the first whistle.
8:00 AM · First Whistle
Pool play opens on Citrin Field and Smith Field.
Midday · Pool Play Continues
Division play runs all day across both turf fields.
Evening · Day One Closes
Standings post to Tourney Machine and Sunday brackets are seeded.
8:00 AM · Play Resumes
Remaining pool games open the day.
Midday · Playoffs Begin
Bracket play begins in every division.
Afternoon · Championship Games
A champion is crowned in every division.
4:00 PM · Play Ends
All games finish by 4:00 PM — book travel accordingly.
The full schedule posts to Tourney Machine the week of the event.
Citrin Field
Freeman Athletic Center, 161 Cross St, Middletown, CT 06459
- Lighted synthetic turf field
- Inside Andersen Track, south of the Freeman Athletic Center
- Games run Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20
- Middletown, halfway between Hartford and New Haven
Parking: Visitor parking is in Lot R and Lot Q on Cross Street, across from the Freeman Athletic Center. Team buses unload at the Cross Street bus circle, then park in the Vine Street lot. [Confirm event parking and facility rules with Wesleyan before publishing.]
Smith Field
Long Lane athletic fields, Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT 06459
- Lighted synthetic turf field
- Lined for lacrosse with bleachers and a scoreboard
- Protective netting around the field
- On Wesleyan’s Long Lane athletic property
Parking: [Confirm Smith Field parking and facility rules with Wesleyan before publishing.]
Highlights
Around Middletown
Wadsworth Falls State Park
Trails, a waterfall and a swimming area along the Coginchaug River, a few minutes from campus — an easy reset between game days.
Lyman Orchards
Pick-your-own fruit, a farm market and seasonal events just over the line in Middlefield, a short drive from Wesleyan.
KidCity Children’s Museum
Hands-on, hand-built exhibits across several floors in downtown Middletown — a good stop for younger siblings.
Main Street Middletown
A few blocks from campus: local shops, Tschudin Chocolates, NoRa Cupcakes and plenty of places to eat.
Additional Event Info
Age Guidelines
Eligibility is set by grad year, 2031 through 2037. HS divisions go by current grad year; youth divisions go by grad year and birth date, and players must meet both. Players may play up but not down.
Video Services
Game Film can be found online HERE through NLV
Hotels
Legends partners with Athletes Hospitality for lodging. Book the discounted block at athleteshospitality.com/legends-lacrosse — or call 914-402-8070 / email Team@AthletesHospitality.com.
Field Maps
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Vendors
Attending vendors are added as they register. Interested in vending? Fill out the vendor form.
Schedule Questions
The 2027 schedule will be posted here the week of the event.
- For scheduling purposes, teams should be prepared to play by 7:30 am. Games will complete on Sunday by 4pm.
- Schedule requests must be submitted to events@legendslax.com by team coach/director 30 days prior to the event. Schedule requests are not guaranteed.
Food & Team Meals
MONDO
NY-style thin-crust slices and paninis from a brick oven at 10 Main Street, with free parking — quick and easy between games.
Salsa’s 3 Mexican Grill
Small, family-owned taco spot on Washington Street known for birria and fish tacos.
Illiano’s Ristorante & Pizzeria
Pizza and Italian favorites on South Main Street — an easy order for a full roster.
Athenian Diner
Classic American and Greek diner on Washington Street, good for a big breakfast before the first whistle.
Fiore II Ristorante
Family-style Italian on Main Street known for lobster ravioli, with a kids menu.
Taino Smokehouse
Barbecue smokehouse with big platters built for sharing — a strong pick for a team dinner.
Luce
Italian and New American on Washington Street with a year-round glass terrace and a long beer list.
Celtic Cavern
Irish gastropub in Melilli Plaza with 18 beers on tap and a strong gluten-free program.
Claim Your Spot
June 19–20, 2027 · Wesleyan University · Middletown, Connecticut · Lax Wars & Lax Wars Youth.
Brian Santoleri · Brian@LegendsLax.com · (484) 318-9797