November 13, 2025
Annapolis, MD — The National College Lacrosse League (NCLL) is proud to announce the upcoming launch of NCLL National Sixes, a groundbreaking partnership set to debut in Fall 2026, bringing the fast-paced, high-scoring excitement of Sixes lacrosse to cities across the country. In partnership with EliteSix Lacrosse, tournaments will be held in late September through November.
Building on the momentum of the sport’s growing popularity, NCLL and EliteSix will feature collegiate athletes competing in a condensed, action-packed format designed for fans, families, and communities. The initiative will focus on expanding access to high-level lacrosse while offering all collegiate players an opportunity to compete in the smaller sided contests.
The NCLL/EliteSix format will showcase teams from across major collegiate regions, competing in regional showcases and a national championship in December.
Partnership details will be revealed in early 2026, including city stops, team announcements, and sponsor partners, ensuring fans nationwide can experience the excitement firsthand.
The NCLL invites fans, players, and community partners to stay tuned for updates and opportunities to get involved.
For more information and future announcements, visit www.ncllax.com and elitesixchallenge.com or follow @ncllax and @elitesixchallenge on Instagram.
About the NCLL
The National College Lacrosse League (NCLL) is one of the largest collegiate club lacrosse leagues in the United States, providing opportunities for student-athletes to compete at a high level while promoting sportsmanship, leadership, and growth of the game.
About EliteSix
EliteSix Lacrosse is one the first sixes tournament operators in the country. Started in 2021, EliteSix has operated tournaments throughout the mid-Atlantic for youth and high school age groups and beyond. With the recent adoption by the International Olympic Committee to bring lacrosse back to the Olympics in 2028 under the sixes format, EliteSix has grown with increased awareness and growing popularity. The EliteSix motto is Dynamic, Fast-Paced, High-Rep, drawing from the speed, tempo and non-stop action of the sixes format.
