Prairie Cup
| Location | Tournament Date | Tryout Fee | Invitational |
| Brandon, Manitoba | July 18 to 20, 2025 | $50.00 | $50.00 |
The ALA is excited to announce the collaboration with the Saskatchewan Lacrosse Association and the Manitoba Lacrosse Association to provide opportunities for our athletes to prepare for the National Stage. The ALA has committed to following the LTAD pathways, and we are proud to support this regional tournament. Offering the ability for regional competition, with multiple teams from Alberta, allows for greater development opportunities throughout our province, leading to growth for both the grassroots and high-performance streams.
Tryout Schedule
| 2025 Prairie Cup | |||||
| Regional Tryouts | April 26 | Central | U13 Male U15 Male U17 Male | Red Deer Collicutt | 7:00am - 7:00pm |
| April 27 | Central | U13 Female U15 Female U17 Female | Red Deer Collicutt | 7:00am - 7:00pm | |
| Invitational | TBD | U13 Female | Red Deer | TBD | |
| TBD | U15 Female | TBD | |||
| TBD | U17 Female | TBD | |||
| Invitational | TBD | U13 Male | Red Deer | TBD | |
| TBD | U15 Male | TBD | |||
| TBD | U17 Male | TBD | |||
The Prairie Cup Teams will be as follows:
| U13 Male | North |
| South | |
| U13 Female | North |
| South | |
| U15 Male | Central |
| U15 Female | Central |
| U17 Male | Central |
| U17 Female | Central |
Refund Policy
Withdrawal during A try-out: A tryout fee 100% non-refundable.
Withdrawal due to injury: will be prorated based on date of withdrawal Credit card refunds are completed within 72 hours; from the date the Team Alberta Coordinator receives the withdrawal notice.
Prairie Cup Head Coach Information
Qualifications Overview
What follows are some, but not all, of the required and optional skill-sets and credentials that the successful candidate will posses.
- Proven coaching history, with high level background, including minimum 3 years coaching experience.
- Proven track record of leadership in sport.
- Proven knowledge of lacrosse in your chosen discipline.
- Proven ability to understand game management, adjustments, time/score/situation.
- Proven ability to utilize assistant coaches and resources available successfully.
- Must be competitive-introduction certified for the competition.
- Must have no outstanding or past disciplinary issues and be a member in good standing.
Opening February 3 Closing February 28th.
*Please ensure you have completely read and understand the coaching brief prior to applying. Any questions, or to submit your lacrosse resume, send to technicaldirector@albertalacrosse.com
Frequently Asked Question
Q: Are Prairie Cup teams a part of Team Alberta?
A: No.
Prairie Cup is not under the envelope of Team Alberta. The ALA has committed to following the LTAD pathways, and we are proud to support this regional tournament. Offering the ability for regional competition, with multiple teams from Alberta, allows for greater development opportunities throughout our province, leading to growth for both the grassroots and high-performance streams.
Q: How many practices will each team receive?
A: Each team will be provided with a minimum of 4 floor times for practices.
Q: What will the players receive for uniforms?
A: Each player will receive a team jersey and shorts.
Q: Can teams fundraise for additional equipment or swag?
A: No. Moderate fundraising will be approved for team building activities, which can include meals, extra floor times, etc.
Q: Does the player fees cover transportation and accommodations?
A: No. The ALA will provide a list of accommodations that have group rates. Teams have the option to book together or as individuals.
Q: Will there be red shirts?
A: No.
Q: How will the teams be made?
A: Geography will be a factor in team makeup, but the evaluation process will look to select the highest-rated players first, not by where they live.
Prairie Cup point of contact:
Tammy Machado: teamab@albertalacrosse.com
Code of Conducts
Prairie Cup Coaches Code of Conduct
Prairie Cup Players Code of Conduct
Prairie Cup Parent Code of Conduct
2024 Results
| 2024 Alberta Standings | ||
| Regina, Saskatchewan July 18-21 | ||
| 3rd | South U13 Male | Head Coach: Ian MacDonald |
| 1st | North U13 Male | Head Coach: Rob Green |
| 1st | South U15 Male | Head Coach: Greg Bradley |
| 3rd | North U15 Male | Head Coach: Blair Manning |
| 2nd | South U13 Female | Head Coach: Rory Turner |
| 1st | North U13 Female | Head Coach: Darryl Mackinnon |
| 2nd | South U15 Female | Head Coach: Brian Broks |
| 1st | North U15 Female | Head Coach: Val Miles |
