The Meltdown

Heating Up Your Summer

176 teams competed in 2021!

From top high school competition to the festival feel for the youth, join the annual tradition that is the Meltdown Lacrosse Tournament.

We think about the details so you don't have to.

Family-friendly block scheduling: spend half of the day on the field, and the other half experiencing Philadelphia and the surrounding areas in one of the country's most historic areas.

Location Details

West Chester East HS - 2023-2025
United Sports - 2026 - 2028 A
West Chester University - 2028 B - 2031

REGISTRATION DETAILS

The 2022 Meltdown is at capacity. Please contact us for more info.

Deposit Due: Upon Registration
Full Payment Due: 4/15/22
Early Bird Registration: 12/15/21 - Receive $100 off per team if you pay in full by December 15th.

Failure to meet the payment deadline will constitute non-acceptance of the tournament registration and a forfeiture of the tournament spot and deposit fee.

Gameplay Details

Two 22-minute running halves or four 10-minute quarters
Modified U.S. Lacrosse rules
Championship format
Guaranteed at least 4 games - most teams will play 5 games
Certified referees
Vendor Village and NXTexperience: food, fun & shopping!

Sign Us Up

Summer 2022 registration opens on 9/13/2021. Teams can follow the steps to registration by clicking below, or by reaching out to our tournament director. From here, parents can also complete their waiver!

Contact Us

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Refund Policy

GAME CENTER

Schedule, Scores & Rules

The schedule will be announced closer to the event. Once announced, plan your trip, and make sure you don't miss the match-up you've been waiting for.

Download The App

Download the Tourney Machine App to easily follow your team throughout the tournament. Get schedule updates, scores and standings right from your phone.

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Safety

From real-time weather updates to offerings fully staffed by Athletic Trainers, NXT takes youth sports safety very seriously. Click below to find out more.

Safety Initiative

Travel Information

Area Activities

NXT is proud to partner with the Chester County CVB to host this event! There is so much to see and do on event weekend. Located in the heart of Chester County’s Brandywine Valley, and in close proximity to Philadelphia, your time off the field will be packed with excitement. From unique historical attractions, a variety of restaurants to satisfy any foodie, and a host of different events, your weekend promises to be one to remember.

Visitor's Guide

Stay to Play Policy

NXT & HBC Event Services strive to provide a streamlined hotel experience for all participants. As part of this effort, we require that all non-commuting teams participating in our tournaments (as a condition of acceptance) make hotel accommodations using our tournament housing services. Please do not call the hotels directly. Please book through the hotel reservation link provided below. We appreciate your support as these partnered hotels assist in sponsoring our event.

United Sports

1426 Marshallton Thorndale Rd, West Bradford Township, PA 19335 / United Sports is a 127,000 square-foot indoor, 60-acre outdoor sports complex located directly off the Route 30 Bypass in the heart of Chester County, PA. Featuring 4 turf, and 8 professionally manicured grass fields, this venue leaves little to be desired. Checkout their full service restaurant, or venture inside the main building for permanent restrooms and a place to cool down.

West Chester University

Farrell Stadium - 855 S New St, West Chester, PA 19383 // West Chester University is home to multiple turf and grass fields including Farrell Stadium - home to the West Chester University Football.

West Chester East High School

450 Ellis Ln, West Chester, PA 19380 // West Chester East High School is a public four-year high school located in West Goshen Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States, near West Chester.

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