Lax Wars
- Lax Wars HS · June 26–27, 2027
- Newington High School · Newington
- HS Grad Years 2028–2031
- Lax Wars Youth · June 19–20, 2027
- Wesleyan University · Middletown
- Youth Grad Years 2031–2037
- Hosted By Legends Lacrosse
- Lax Wars HS · June 26–27, 2027
- Newington High School · Newington
- HS Grad Years 2028–2031
- Lax Wars Youth · June 19–20, 2027
- Wesleyan University · Middletown
- Youth Grad Years 2031–2037
- Hosted By Legends Lacrosse
What Is Lax Wars?
Legends Lax Wars is a two-weekend boys’ lacrosse event hosted by Legends Lacrosse in Connecticut. Lax Wars HS is played Saturday and Sunday, June 26–27, 2027 at Newington High School in Newington for grad years 2028–2031. Lax Wars Youth is played the weekend before, June 19–20, 2027, at Wesleyan University in Middletown for grad years 2031–2037. Divisions are split so every team sees matched opponents.
Who Can Play
Lax Wars HS is open to grad years 2028 through 2031 and is played June 26–27, 2027 at Newington High School in Newington, Connecticut.
Lax Wars Youth is open to grad years 2031 through 2037 and is played June 19–20, 2027 at Wesleyan University in Middletown. See Lax Wars Youth.
Spots in each division are limited, so clubs are encouraged to secure a bid early.
Divisions
- Divisions are split by grad year, 2028 through 2031 (HS) and 2031 through 2037 (Youth)
- Teams line up against matched competition all weekend
Game Format
- Two full days of play, Saturday and Sunday
- HS games at Newington High School; Youth games on two lighted turf fields at Wesleyan
Schedule
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.
Game
Format
Divisions are split by grad year so teams line up against matched competition all weekend — two full days of high school games at Newington High School in Newington, Connecticut. 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
- Newington High School
- June 26–27, 2027
- Limited Spots Per Division
Youth
Lax Wars Youth
Lax Wars Youth is the youth weekend of Legends Lax Wars, played Saturday and Sunday, June 19–20, 2027 at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, on two lighted turf fields: Citrin Field and Smith Field. It’s open to grad years 2031–2037, with A and B divisions so younger teams line up against matched competition.
- 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 at Newington High School.
Midday · Pool Play Continues
Division play runs all day.
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. Lax Wars Youth is played one weekend earlier, June 19–20 at Wesleyan University.
Newington High School
605 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111
- Lax Wars HS main tournament site
- Games run Saturday and Sunday, June 26–27
- Grad years 2028–2031
- Newington, just south of Hartford
Parking: Park in the Newington High School lots off Willard Avenue and follow event staff and posted signs to the fields.
Wesleyan University
Freeman Athletic Center, 161 Cross St, Middletown, CT 06459
- Citrin Field: lighted turf inside Andersen Track
- Smith Field: lighted turf with bleachers and a scoreboard
- 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.
Highlights
Around Central Connecticut
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, 2028 through 2031 for Lax Wars HS and 2031 through 2037 for Lax Wars Youth. 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
Coming Soon
Vendors
Attending vendors are added as they register. Interested in vending? Fill out the vendor form.
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
Lax Wars HS · June 26–27, 2027 · Newington High School, Newington, Connecticut
Lax Wars Youth · June 19–20, 2027 · Wesleyan University, Middletown, Connecticut