2026 Alberta Summer Games

Zone 8 — Team Alberta Summer Games

U15 Coed & U15 Female Lacrosse

Grande Prairie Lacrosse Association (GPLAX)

About the Alberta Summer Games

The Alberta Summer Games (ASG) are a premier provincial multi-sport event that brings together Alberta’s top U15 athletes to celebrate excellence in sport, teamwork, and community. Zone 8 for the Alberta Summer Games is represented by the Peace Country, and covers the northwestern part of the province. Key cities, towns, and communities included in Zone 8 for the Alberta Summer Games include: Grande Prairie, Beaverlodge, Fairview, High Prairie, Slave Lake, Whitecourt, Valleyview, Spirit River, Bezanson, Sexsmith and surrounding communities.

Athlete Eligibility

Athletes wishing to try out must meet the following criteria:

Born in 2012 or 2013. (U15 eligible)
Reside within Zone 8 boundaries.
Be registered for the 2026 box lacrosse season with their home club.
Attend at least 1 scheduled tryout session.

Zone 8 will select both a U15 Coed team and a U15 Female team.

Tryout Information

Coed tryouts

Monday April 13 - 730pm - 830pm

Wednesday April 22 - 730pm - 830pm

Female tryouts

Tuesday April 14 - 630pm - 730pm

Thursday April 23 - 630pm - 730pm

Location:

FluidPro Recreation Arena, Wembley

Cost:
$75.00 Tryout Fee

Registration:
Registration opens March 15 via the GPLAX ramp.

https://www.rampregistrations.com/public/participantreg?v3=cbd4f15a19

Attendance Expectation:
Athletes are strongly encouraged to attend more than 1 scheduled tryout sessions whenever possible. If you cannot attend these dates please email: gplax_registrar@outlook.com to arrange alternative arrangements.

Coaching Applications

The Grande Prairie Lacrosse Association is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Trainer / Chaperone

All applicants must meet Alberta Lacrosse Association requirements, including NCCP certification, Safe Sport training, and a current CRC/VSC.

Application Process:

email: Gplax_registrar@outlook.com

with interest to coach the Summer Games team.

Selection & Athlete Commitment

Selected athletes will be required to:

Attend all team practices and preparation sessions
Adhere to Team Alberta, GPLAX, and Safe Sport standards
Commit to participation in the 2026 Alberta Summer Games, hosted in Strathcona, July 16-19, 2026

Zone 8 teams are proudly supported by the Grande Prairie Lacrosse Association, in partnership with the Alberta Lacrosse Association.