Welcome to Lightning Lacrosse League
Season Dates
Sundays | September 13th – October 4, 2026
Oct 11 Reserved Make-Up Date
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About the LLL
6's Format
Participating Programs
Participating Programs
This is a SIXES rec league. Sixes lacrosse is an innovative and dynamic discipline of lacrosse that showcases fast-paced and high-scoring gameplay. As a variant of the traditional format, it features only six players on the field, creating an exciting and intense experience for both players and spectators. Sixes lacrosse has gained popul
This is a SIXES rec league. Sixes lacrosse is an innovative and dynamic discipline of lacrosse that showcases fast-paced and high-scoring gameplay. As a variant of the traditional format, it features only six players on the field, creating an exciting and intense experience for both players and spectators. Sixes lacrosse has gained popularity in the last few years throughout the US and Internationally. It was featured in the 2022 World Games, the PLL Championship Series and will be the discipline at the center of lacrosse's return to the Olympics in 2028.
Participating Programs
Participating Programs
Participating Programs
The LLL is provided to all Northeast Florida youth through a partnership of area lacrosse programs including Ponte Vedra Riptide, Jax Lax Beaches, Jax Lax City, Amelia Island, Fleming Island, NPAA Panthers and others. All NFYLL programs are invited to partner.
League Details
Participating Programs
League Details
⚡️ 2026 Lightning Lacrosse League – Sixes Format
Welcome to the Lightning Lacrosse League, where fast-paced, exciting play meets fun and development for boys and girls of all skill levels. This fall, we’re playing in the Olympic-style Sixes format, a high-tempo, small-sided version of the game that’s quickly becoming the global standard fo
⚡️ 2026 Lightning Lacrosse League – Sixes Format
Welcome to the Lightning Lacrosse League, where fast-paced, exciting play meets fun and development for boys and girls of all skill levels. This fall, we’re playing in the Olympic-style Sixes format, a high-tempo, small-sided version of the game that’s quickly becoming the global standard for lacrosse.
🔥 What is Sixes Lacrosse?
Sixes is a modern, fast-paced version of lacrosse featuring 6 players per side (5 field players + 1 goalie). It promotes high scoring, constant movement, and quick transitions. This exciting format was featured in:
- The 2022 World Games
- The PLL Championship Series
- And it’s the format for lacrosse’s return to the Olympics in 2028
📅 Season Dates
Sundays | September 13 – October 4, 2025
🧒 Age Divisions
- HS Division
- 14U: Birthdates between 9/1/2012 – 8/31/2014
- 12U: Birthdates between 9/1/2014 – 8/31/2016
- 10U: Birthdates between 9/1/2016 – 8/31/2018
- 8U: Born after 9/1/2018
📍 Location
Patton Park – Fields 6, 7, & 8
2850 Hodges Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246
⏰ Game Times
Games will be scheduled between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM
Each team receives a 30-minute practice immediately before their scheduled game.
💵 Registration Fee
$149 per player
🔄 Team Formation & Skill Balancing
Lightning League will feature four pre-made teams in each division with limited roster space. During registration, players may:
-Select the team they would like to join, while roster space is available.
-Register as a free agent and be placed on a team by league staff.
-Register as a free agent with a small group of friends who would like to be placed together.
Team selections and friend groups are subject to roster availability. League staff may make adjustments when necessary to maintain balanced roster sizes and competitive play.
🥍 Required Equipment
Players must come equipped with:
- Lacrosse Stick
- Helmet
- Shoulder Pads/Chest Protector
- Arm Pads
- Gloves
- Mouthguard
- Protective Cup
📖 Gameplay Format & Rules
- Sixes Format: 1 Goalie + 5 Field Players
- No long poles or modified sticks
- 10-minute running quarters
- Central horn used for timing
- Faceoff starts each quarter
- No timeouts
- No shot clock, but fast play encouraged
- After a goal, goalies restart and scoring team must drop back
- Penalties: Player is subbed out, play resumes (no EMO/MDD)
- Standard 10v10 backup rule applies to all shots
- Paid officials and coaches, including support from JU Lacrosse staff
🚨 Questions or Need Help Registering?
Contact:
Additional Details
Welcome to Lightning Lacrosse League
LLL QUICK HIGHLIGHTS:
This is a SIXES FORMAT - GAMES ONLY league. There are no organized practices. There will be additional Skill Development Sessions offered each game day one hour prior to the start of your game.
EQUIPMENT:
Full Gear (Stick, Helmet, Arm Pads, Gloves, Chest Protector/Shoulder Pads, Mouth Guard, Protective Cup)
The LLL continues to improve! In a constant effort to improve the overall experience, we have made the following changes:
· Established league referees.
· Patton Park facilities (better parking, elevated field conditions, and clean bathrooms)
· Enhanced uniforms with new LLL logo
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
· Game play format will be Sixes.
· Smaller Field Dimensions (60yrds x 35yrds)
· This is a FRIENDLY league. Players and Parents are asked to keep the intensity to a minimum.
· Players from all participating programs will be evenly divided onto teams by level of experience. Meaning your players will be on a team with players from Jax Lax Beach, Jax Lax City, Riptide, Panthers, etc..
· No "Take-Out" Body Checks are allowed.
· No Long Poles or Modified Poles
· Paid Officials
· One Strike Policy on Fighting or Throwing a Punch
· Season will culminate in Championship games at each division.
As always please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.
Participating Clubs
Jax Lax City
Ponte Vedra Riptide
Jax Lax Beach
Fleming Island Lacrosse
Fleming Island Lacrosse
Fleming Island Lacrosse
Panthers Lacrosse
Nassau Lacrosse Academy
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Clay County Youth Lacrosse
Clay County Youth Lacrosse
Clay County Youth Lacrosse
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