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Take the Trident! 

Powerful and dangerous aren't just words to describe a trident - they describe the competition on the field during this elite youth weekend event at United Sports. This event plays to a championship. Do you have what it takes to leave Downingtown with the Trident crown?

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

Family-Friendly Scheduling:  We schedule your games in a morning or afternoon block. Half of the day on the field, the other experiencing the Conshohocken and the surrounding areas!

Turf-to-Grass Ratio: NXT only partners with elite facilities that offer a favorable turf-to-grass ratio -- Guaranteeing you games rain or shine!

56 Teams Competed in 2023!

3d Garden State • BBL • CLC • DEWLAX • GRIT • Headstrong SJ • NJ Total • NXT LC • Orange Crush • Philadelphia Freedom • Pride • Renegades • Stu Funk • True Pitt • Venom

And More!

Registration Details

  • Deposit Due: Upon Registration
  • Payment Due in Full Deadline: April 15, 2024

Please note that the final payment deadline is 4/15/2024. 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

YOUTH
2029 | 2030 | 2031

  • 22-minute halves | Running Central Clock | 2-minute half
  • Championship format
  • Guaranteed 4 games
  • Certified referees

Click here to read our 2024 Summer Event Rules

7v7 Gameplay

YOUTH
2032 | 2033

  • Two 22-minute halves with two-minute halftime (running clock)
  • Championship format
  • Guaranteed 4 games
  • Certified referees

Click here to read our full 7v7 rules 

USA Lacrosse Nationals Qualifier Event

 

This event is a US Lacrosse Nationals Sanctioned Qualifier Event.  Teams competing in the top competitive divisions will accrue points and all points earned at this event will count towards qualification for the 2023 US Lacrosse Nationals. For additional information, visit www.uslacrosse.org/events/nationals.

Sign Us Up

Registration for Summer 2024 is now open. 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!

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

United Sports Training Center

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.

Photos

Photos from The Trident are available on Facebook!

CONTACT
Executive VP of Girls Lacrosse
Kate Henwood
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Girls’ Lacrosse Events Director
Alex Benedict
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NXT Girls Events Sales Manager
Kelsey Beegle
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