CAMPS
Coaches get many requests about lacrosse camps and clubs, so we thought it would be helpful to highlight a few options for both below.
When choosing a camp or club, our best advice is to talk with other DSYL families to get first-hand accounts of which camps, clinics, tournaments, teams, and even leagues (fall and winter) are tried and true. In addition to the logistical questions (where/when/how much?), ask a lot of questions to find which organizations not only have the best value, but truly focus on the athlete experience:
- Skill-centered and focused on teaching
- Good ratio of coaches/counselors-to-athletes
- Proper grouping of athletes by age and/or grade
- Equal attention to players of all ages, experiences, skill-levels
- Equal/fair playing time for tournament teams
- Well communicated policies and philosophies
- An overall emphasis on a fun, safe, healthy, and inclusive atmosphere to learn and play
There are a LOT of awesome organizations in Massachusetts that put together experiences of great value with a priority on the athlete experience (development, enjoyment, and growth). However, there are also some organizations where caution is advised: unorganized, only in it for profit, unequal focus and attention to athletes, delivering false promises, etc.
To reiterate: Our best advice is to lean on familiar faces, ask a lot of questions, and talk to your DSYL coaches for guidance on finding the right fit for the boys.
2026 | 2027 CAMPS (Clubs continuously update their sites so continue to revisit links below for latest updates)
