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The Vail Lacrosse Shootout returns for its 36th edition in 2008, running from Saturday, June 28 – Sunday, July 6. As the premiere club tournament in the United States, Vail is home to some of the very best lacrosse in the world and will play host to over 60 men’s teams and 30 women’s teams in what has become a pilgrimage for any true lacrosse fan.
The Vail Shootout started in Aspen in 1973 and was founded by Flip Naumburg and Jim Soran. After making its permanent move to Vail in 1979, the tournament has enjoyed steady growth and become a fixture on the lacrosse landscape. More than just a lacrosse tournament, the Shootout is almost a spiritual gathering. It has become a place for lacrosse “people” of all ages to come together and celebrate their sport in a tribal manner, much in the same way their Native American forefathers did.
With players competing in seven different divisions, the Vail Shootout has enough lacrosse to satiate any fan’s appetite. The Men’s Elite division is the headliner, taking place from July 3rd – July 6th and coinciding with the Women’s Elite tournament. Preceding the Elite Divisions, Men’s Masters, Supermasters and Grandmasters kick off “8 Days at 8,000 Feet” on June 28th. The Boys and Girls High School Divisions take the field on June 29th.
Over the years, some of the world’s best lacrosse players have played in the Vail Shootout. Gary and Paul Gait (Syracuse), Jen Adams (Maryland), Casey, Ryan and Mike Powell (Syracuse), Kyle Harrison (Johns Hopkins) and Michele DeJuliis (Penn State), some of the most recognized names in the sport, have all graced the Vail Valley at some point in their lacrosse careers.
With a newly created pool play element to the Men’s Elite division, look for this year’s Shootout to be extremely competitive from start to finish.
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2008 Schedule of Events
Men’s Supermasters (ages 40 +): June 28 – July 1
Men’s Grandmasters (50 +): June 28 – June 30
Dr. Tom Watts Memorial Boy’s U-19:
June 29 – Pool Play
June 30 – July 2nd – Tournament Play
Girl’s U-19
June 29 and June 30 – Pool Play
July 1 and July 2 – Tournament Play
Chumash 3-on-3 Youth Tournament: June 28, June 29 and July 5
Contact Nickie Soran at (303) 257-7196 for registration and other information
Men’s Masters (ages 33 +): June 28 – June 30
Men’s Elite:
July 3 – Pool Play
July 4 – July 6 – Tournament Play
Women’s Elite:
July 3 and July 4 – Pool Play
July 5 and July 6 – Tournament Play
For schedules detailing teams and fields, please visit www.vaillacrosse.com.
**Men’s and Women’s Elite championship games will be held July 6 at Ford Field**
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What’s New for Vail 2008?
Just because Vail is one of the longest running tournaments in all of lacrosse does not mean that it has stopped being progressive. Several new features have been added to the 2008 version to ensure that it continues to be on the cutting edge.
The first and most noteworthy is the addition of pool play in the Men’s Elite division for the first time. After several years of mis-seeding teams in the tournament draw, the consensus this year was to make an attempt to give all teams a fair shake at the coveted “Championship Bracket.” Pool play in the Men’s Elite will take place on Thursday, July 3. The top two teams from each of the four pools will move on to the top half of the tournament draw while the remainder of the teams will play in the Consolation Bracket.
Next, the Chumash tournament will take a step forward in 2008 as well. With games on two weekends, instead of one, this youth favorite will continue to expand. Chumash is a form of lacrosse created by Vail co-founder Flip Naumburg that allows for a “portable” lacrosse game to break out wherever you might be. With no goalies and a long, skinny goal that two teams of three players each attack, it is similar to half-court basketball and is a great way to teach younger players the game. The Chumash tournament is a friendly, non-competitive event that will take place on both weekends of the tournament. Dates are June 28 and 29 as well as July 5. Contact Nickie Soran at (303) 257-7196 for more information and to register your team or player.
BALTIMORE - US Lacrosse has announced the list of players who have advanced to the second round of tryouts for the U.S. women’s national team. 83 from an original pool of 220 have been asked to return August 1-3 at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County for the second round of tryouts. The first round of tryouts was held over Memorial Day weekend at the US Lacrosse Women’s Division National Tournament at St. Paul’s School.
Players are trying out for a spot on the U.S. women’s elite and developmental teams. From those two teams, the final roster for the U.S. women’s national team that will compete in the 2009 World Cup will be picked. The 2009 International Federation of Women’s Lacrosse Associations’ World Cup takes place in Prague, Czech Republic, June 18-27, 2009.
Open to: Boy’s and Girl’s of all Ages, Beginners/ Intermediate/Advanced playersInstructor: Current High School coaches, nationally ranked top 20 D-1 collegiate players and graduates.Dates: June 23rd- 27th
Times and Locations: 9:00am-1:00pm at Grandview HS
Description: This lacrosse clinic is designed to teach beginning players the fundamentals of lacrosse and advance the skills of the intermediate/ advanced players. Beginners will be learning catching and throwing, cradling, ground balls, etc. Intermediate players will cover offensive and defensive strategies, and all around advanced lacrosse skills.
Intermediate and advanced players will model a college level practice with advanced drills and concepts- offensive and defensive strategies such as, attacking plays and zone defense.
*Team discounts available; please contact info@crslax.com . *Contests and prizes. *Each player will get T-Shirt, lanyard and water bottle.To Register Online at www.CRSLAX.com, click the “Camps and Clinics” button. Questions: Info@CRSLAX.com, 720.274.1985
We are happy to announce our 4th Annual Charity Lacrosse Event, “Lacrosse Cures”,
July 26th, 2008! This is a competitive 3v.3 CHUMASH tourney to showcase talent and raise money for The Colorado Big Brothers Big Sisters Sports Buddies Program. 100% of the tournament profits will be going to benefit The Colorado BBBS Sports Buddies Program. The Colorado BBBS Sports Buddies program allows at risk youth an opportunity to get involved with all kinds of athletics, whether it’s playing a game or attending a professional athletic event with a big brother or big sister. Athletics have played such a significant role in all of our lives; this is an excellent opportunity to expose others to the wonderful world of sports. Please visit www.bbbscolo.org for more information.
Dates: Saturday, July 26th, 2008Time / Place: 8:00am- 4:00pm, Rosamond Park (8001 E Quincy Ave., Denver, CO 80237)Cost: $150 (team) or $30 per player (5 per team) To REGISTER: Register online at www.CRSLAX.com, click the Tournaments button. Or you can email us at Info@CRSLAX.com.
Donate/ Questions: Contact US: Info@CRSLAX.com , 720.274.1985
Pueblo-Hometown Heroes Summer 7V7 boys’ Lacrosse tournament, will be held in Pueblo, July 19 & 20, 2008. Youth players 3-4, 5-6 & 7-8 grades, high school varsity & sub-varsity, plus an OPEN division-post high school. Each level will have a Gold and Silver bracket. to download a registration form go to www.heroeslacrosse.org or call 719-543-5597
New Denver area Outdoor Men’s League Forming For “Old-School” and “Novice” Players New To The Game!
Been playing backyard ball with your son, watching his games and thinking, “I’d like to give this game a try?”
Has it been a while since you’ve played? Like to get back into the Fastest Game On Two Feet?
Currently building a contact list for a new league – get your email address on the list to get the latest information and details as they become available!
Send Email to mstat60@msn.com to be included in the contact list!
The Steamboat men’s lacrosse team has begun its summer league season, with drop-in games at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Ski Town Fields. The games are open to anyone.
“Anybody can come out,” co-organizer Todd Wichelhaus said. “We have a broad, broad spectrum of players.”
Wichelhaus said he hopes to have enough players to field two teams for a scrimmage.
Along with the team scrimmages, Wichelhaus said there are plans to play teams from surrounding areas. Steamboat will host a tournament Aug. 9 and 10 at Whistler Field.
Anyone interested in playing lacrosse should send an e-mail to steamboatlacrosse@yahoo.com.
New Outdoor Men’s League Forming For “Old-School” and “Novice” Players New To The Game!
Been playing backyard ball with your son, watching his games and thinking, “I’d like to give this game a try?”
Has it been a while since you’ve played? Like to get back into the Fastest Game On Two Feet?
Currently building a contact list for a new league – get your email address on the list to get the latest information and details as they become available!
Send Email to mstat60@msn.com to be included in the contact list!
Coaches, Organizers and Players! It’s a great time to think ahead for your fall-ball season and ‘09 spring season and beat those yearly price increases before they happen!
Whatever your needs may be we’ve got you covered with the best prices and personal service (that’s me)!
Call or Email - I’m ready to help! Mark Staton QC Lax 303-590-4386 QCLAXDenver@Q.com www.qclax.com
