
2026 SuMMER travel team TRYOUT
and PROGRAM INFORMATION
The ELEV8 Girls program aims to develop and educate female student-athletes in Women’s Field Lacrosse, focusing on skill development, elite team environments, leadership, and overall elite-level lacrosse IQ.
ELEV8 Lacrosse features a cutting-edge curriculum led by top coaching staff who are some of the most celebrated players in lacrosse. These coaches inspire and mentor student-athletes to reach their goals while promoting accountability and leadership within the community.
ELEV8’s coaching staff brings extensive experience in elite lacrosse and mentors young athletes. Our directors have strong ties with NCAA coaches across all divisions, ensuring year-round communication.
Travel Teams are respected in the NCAA, NLL, PLL and International communities. ELEV8 Lacrosse provides innovative training to boost lacrosse skills, knowledge, and confidence, helping student-athletes secure college opportunities. ELEV8 enables student-athletes to compete against elite club and high school teams across North America.
PROSPECTIVE TOURNAMENT:
- Tournament Name: IWLCA West Coast Cup
- Dates: July 18-19, 2026
- Location: Norco, CA
- Facility: SilverLakes Sports Complex, 5555 Hamner Ave
TRAVEL team details
AGE GROUPS:
GRADE 9 | 2029
GRADE 10 | 2028
GRADE 11 | 2027
GRADE 12 | 2026
TRYOUT FEE:
$90 + GST & Transaction Fees
PROGRAM FEE:
$1795 + GST & Transaction Fees
TRYOUT REGISTRATION OpENS:
March 18, 2026
IF SELECTED PROGRAM INCLUDES
TRAVEL EXPENSE EXCLUSIONS
- NCAA Guidance/Lacrosse Guidance
- Professional Coaching - Professional, NCAA, International Coaching and Playing Experience
- Minimum 5 Practices
- Local Insurance
- Tournament Entry Fees
- Game Uniform (Shorts and Pinnie)
- Airfare
- Hotel
- Insurance
- Meals
Program Director
Geoff Snider, a Calgary native and University of Denver alumnus, was drafted 4th overall in the 2006 NLL Draft. A legendary transition player, he was inducted into the Canada Lacrosse Hall of Fame in 2024, recognizing his extraordinary career. Highlights include two-time NLL All-Star MVP (2008, 2012), NLL all-time faceoff wins record (2,468), two FIL World Championships with Team Canada (2006, 2014), and founding ELEV8 Lacrosse. His legacy spans professional leagues including NLL, MLL, and international competitions, where he was a pivotal player and leader.
PAST instructors include
Bob Snider, a Bellarmine University alumnus, was drafted 16th overall in the 2009 NLL Draft by the Philadelphia Wings. An 11-year NLL veteran, he won the 2019 NLL Championship with the Calgary Roughnecks and was a three-time NLL Face-off Leader (2011–2013). Snider also holds the 2012 single-season record for face-off wins and is ELEV8 Lacrosse’s Director of Player Development.
Dan Taylor, a Calgary native and ELEV8 Lacrosse alumnus, starred at Lehigh University, leading the Patriot League with 77 points in 2015. Drafted 12th overall in the 2015 NLL Draft, he won the 2016 NLL Championship with the Saskatchewan Rush and was named their Rookie of the Year. Taylor continues to make an impact in the Calgary lacrosse community.
loCATION INFORMATION
On-Field Training
Calgary Soccer Centre
7000 – 48th Street SE
Outdoor Turf Fields
Calgary, Alberta