Winter registration is open
Young KC Elevate players in helmets lined up for a drill

KC Elevate Lacrosse

Winter

Winter lacrosse, indoors

Box league, the high school girls winter league, development and juniors at All-American in January and February, plus a November shooting clinic.

Boys box league

Fast. Physical. Fun. Elevate's box lacrosse is our winter centerpiece and hands-down best development program. Fast pace, constant touches and smart reps help players sharpen stick skills, decision-making, and compete the right way. Non-stop game play, small goals, big goalies. Registration is open now, and it has sold out the last four years.

Format

Four weeks of pool play, then two weeks of playoffs, in divisions of four teams.

Schedule

  • 12:00 PM: 1st to 4th grade (two groups, 1st and 2nd and 3rd and 4th, 20 players max)
  • 1:00 or 2:00 PM: 5th and 6th grade (4 teams, 40 players max). Competitive 4th graders may play up.
  • 3:00 or 4:00 PM: 7th to 9th grade (4 teams, 40 players max)

Dates, cost and location

  • Sundays: January 10, 24 and 31, February 7, 14 and 21
  • $225 before January 1, 2027 ($250 after)
  • All-American

Game play details

  • 5 minute stick warm-up, then continuous game play for 55 minutes
  • Each team has enough subs for adequate breaks
  • Game play is instructional: constant development through competition
  • Players are placed on teams with other players from the same school or club. Some teams have a mix of schools or clubs.
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The KC Elevate high school girls winter league teams gathered indoors at All-American

Sold out the last 6 years

High school girls winter league

Elevate's highlight of the winter season: the largest high school girls winter league in town. Eight teams, developing and competing through the winter as they build for the spring season. Don't delay to register.

  • Sundays: January 10, 24 and 31, February 7, 14 and 21
  • Games between 5:00 and 9:00 PM
  • $115 before December 1, 2026 ($135 after)
  • All-American
  • Four 12 minute running clock quarters, with 1 minute between quarters so coaches can instruct their team
  • A 5 minute warm-up for dynamics. Every game starts and ends on its listed time; teams meet in the designated wait area before their game.

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Winter development

This winter, KC Elevate's development program focuses on fundamental skill development: stickwork, passing, catching, shooting, footwork, field awareness and decision-making. Our experienced coaches help players build confidence, improve their individual skills, and prepare for the upcoming spring season. Training is designed for players of all experience levels, from beginners learning the fundamentals to experienced players looking to sharpen their game.

Fridays at All-American indoor

  • January 8, 22 and 29, February 5, 12 and 19
  • 4:30 PM: juniors learn to play
  • 5:30 PM: kindergarten to 3rd grade boys
  • 6:30 PM: 4th to 6th grade boys
  • 7:30 PM: 7th to 9th grade boys
  • 8:30 PM: youth and high school girls
  • Cost: $150 to $175, by January 1

Training

  • Players are grouped by age and skill level for the right level of instruction
  • Players come away with a higher level of fundamental play and game understanding
  • Drills focus on stick skills (passing, catching, shooting), dodging and defensive play
  • A great opportunity for goalies to get endless repetitions
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KC Elevate players in blue and white running a drill across a turf field

Pre-K to 6th grade

Winter juniors: learn to play

The best way to learn the game: a fun and safe place to start the fastest growing game in the country. Children learn through fun games and drills with sticks and tennis balls, and there is no direct contact.

  • Fridays: January 8, 22 and 29, February 5, 12 and 19
  • 4:30 PM: pre-K to 2nd grade. 5:00 PM: 3rd to 6th grade.
  • $50
  • All-American
  • What to bring: nothing. Sticks are provided. Dress in athletic wear.

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Young KC Elevate players in helmets watching a drill on a turf field

Before the holidays

November shooting clinic

Reps on reps on reps: high-intensity shooting sessions for boys before the holidays. Players are grouped by age and skill level, and goalies get endless repetitions.

  • Wednesdays, November 4 and 11, 5:00 to 6:00 PM
  • 3rd to 8th grade boys
  • $40
  • Scheels Soccer Park
  • Full equipment: helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, stick, mouth guard, tennis shoes or cleats

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Winter: what to know

What equipment is needed?

Boys: helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, stick, mouth guard, tennis shoes or cleats. Girls: goggles, stick, mouth guard, tennis shoes or cleats. Juniors need nothing: sticks are provided. Local retailers: Dick's Sporting Goods and Play It Again Sports.

Is it safe?

Safety is our number one priority. This is all about prepping for spring, and Elevate reinforces good sportsmanship and safe play while indoors.

What happens in bad weather?

Winter weather can affect road conditions and the play-ability of games. Weather updates are posted by email and text message. If games are fully cancelled, we notify players and teams about potential make-ups or refunds.

Questions?

Questions? Email kcelevatelacrosse@gmail.com or call 314-956-7784.

Register for winter

Box league, the girls winter league, development, juniors and the November clinic are open now.