Oshawa, ON – Lacrosse Canada is proud to host the 1st Annual International Box Lacrosse Coaches and Officials Conference on July 21st and 22nd, 2025. This unique event will bring together the best box lacrosse coaches and officials from across the world for a dynamic, hands-on learning experience. It promises to be a valuable opportunity for all involved in the game of box lacrosse, providing access to top-tier coaches from Lacrosse Canada’s National Teams, the National Lacrosse League (NLL), and some of the world-class coaches who represented over 70 countries at the most recent World Championships in Utica, NY.
This conference will feature an esteemed lineup of speakers, including some of the most decorated figures in box lacrosse. With a wealth of experience in coaching, strategy, player development, and game analysis, these experts will deliver engaging and insightful sessions designed to elevate your understanding of the game and sharpen your coaching skills.
Lacrosse Canada is grateful to the Government of Canada for their support in advancing the development of our coaches through the Lacrosse Canada Box Coaching Conference. “This investment strengthens our coaching pathway, enhances the experience for athletes at all levels, and contributes to the continued growth of Canada’s national summer sport.” Terry Rayner Executive Director.
Featured Speakers Include:
- Derek Keenan – GM and Co-Head Coach of the Saskatchewan Rush, 9-time NLL Champion (2 as a player, 7 as a coach), 3-time Les Bartley Coach of the Year
- Glenn Clark – Head Coach of Men’s Team Canada, Albany Firewolves NLL, 2-time Les Bartley Coach of the Year
- Eddie Comeau – GM of Men’s National Team, Head Coach of Georgia Swarm NLL, 2-time Les Bartley Coach of the Year
- Tracey Kelusky – Assistant Coach Philadelphia Wings, former Head Coach Panther City NLL, Les Bartley Coach of the Year
- Josh Sanderson – Head Coach/Asst GM Calgary Roughnecks, 3-time Minto Cup Champion, NLL Champion/MVP
- Troy Cordingley – Head Coach of Women’s Team Canada, Assistant Coach of Calgary Roughnecks NLL
- Troyhann Santos– Assistant Coach Women’s National Team, Former National Team Player
- Mike McKay – Assistant Coach with Men’s National Box Team, Video Coach of Albany Firewolves NLL
- Megan Kingston– Assistant Coach Women’s National Team, Coach Team Nova Scotia
- Pat McCready – Assistant Coach Philadelphia Wings, Mann and President Cup Champion
- Mark Fitzgerald – Strength and Conditioning Coach Toronto Maple Leafs, Anaheim Ducks, Lacrosse Canada National Teams
- Tami Rayner – Former National Team Player, Assistant Coach of Women’s National Field Team, Lacrosse Canada General Manager
- Rachael McKinnon– Assistant Coach U20 Women’s National Team, Assistant Coach of Canada Summer Games Gold Medalists 2022
- Jeff McComb– Former NLL Coach
- Krista Lovse– Assistant Coach Women’s National Team, Coach National Champion Team Alberta
Conference Highlights:
- Classroom-style presentations
- Live on-floor demos
- Skills and drills
- Player Up/Player Down scenarios
- Use of video (pregame, during, and post-game)
- Transition play techniques
- Fundamentals of lacrosse
- Individual and team defense
- Offensive strategies
- Two-player game tactics
- Goalie positioning and technique
- Plus much more!
The conference will be held at the Marriott TownePlace Suites in Oshawa, Ontario, providing a comfortable and professional setting for both learning and networking. The sessions will be from 9:00am-4:00pm and has a maximum capacity of 150.
Price: FREE!!
To register for this conference please click the link below and choose register as participant.
Registration Link
Hotel offering a special group rate:
- Courtyard Oshawa for 169.00 CAD per night – Last Day to Book : Saturday, June 21, 2025
Book your group rate for Lacrosse Canada
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the game and elevate your coaching and officiating skills.
Officiating information to be released in the coming weeks.
This programming has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada
ABOUT LACROSSE CANADA
Lacrosse Canada is the national governing body for Lacrosse in Canada, dedicated to the promotion, development, and preservation of the sport at all levels. As stewards of Canada’s national summer sport, Lacrosse Canada oversees national championships, high-performance programs, and the country’s representation on the international stage.
For more information, please contact:
Kealan Pilon
Communications Coordinator
Lacrosse Canada
Email: kealan@lacrosse.ca