FRIDAY GIRLS SHOWCASE
Friday, January 16
The Sand Storm Desert Showcase will bring together top high school players for an elite development and recruiting experience. Athletes will have the opportunity to train in both positional and small-group settings, as well as compete in full-field games. A panel of more than 30 college coaches will be actively engaged, providing hands-on instruction, running clinics, and leading recruiting seminars. This unique format creates valuable opportunities for players to showcase their skills while parents gain insight into the college recruiting process.
Girls Check In: 4:00PM
Showcase: 4:30 – 8:30PM
Grades: 2026 – 2029
Positions: Attack, Midfield, Defense, Goalie
Parking passes will be required to park at the venue on Friday. If participating in the Girls Showcase, we recommend purchasing a parking pass for the Blue Parking Lot for Friday. The Blue Parking Lot will open at 3:00PM. This is the closest parking lot for the Girls Showcase. Parking passes will go on sale on Tuesday, December 9th.
FRIDAY BOYS SHOWCASE
Friday, January 16
Join us at the Empire Polo Club for the premier lacrosse recruiting showcase, where top athletes from across the nation will compete in front of college coaches. This event offers a unique platform to showcase your skills, gain valuable exposure, and elevate your game. Participants will engage in positional training, small-group development sessions, and full-field competition, creating a complete recruiting and player development experience.
Boys Check In: 11:00AM
Showcase: 12:00 – 4:45PM
Grades: 2026 – 2029
Positions: Attack, Midfield, FOGO, LSM, Defense, Goalie
Parking passes will be required to park at the venue on Friday. If participating in the Boys Showcase, we recommend purchasing a parking pass for the Gold Parking Lot (VVIP), Orange Parking Lot (VIP) or White Parking Lot (GA) for Friday. These parking lots will open at 10:00AM. Parking passes will go on sale on Tuesday, December 9th.
FRIDAY TEAM PRACTICES
A limited number of practice fields are available for rent on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA. Teams may book half or full field sessions.
Practice fields can only be reserved during the following time blocks. Multiple blocks may be reserved:
- 12:30–1:30PM
- 1:30-2:30PM
- 2:30-3:30PM
- 3:30-4:30PM
Fields will not be available after 4:30 PM. We encourage teams to reserve early to secure their preferred time.
Field assignments and practice rental details will be provided by January 9, 2026.
Parking passes will be required to park at the venue on Friday. If participating in team practices, we recommend purchasing a parking pass for theWhite Parking Lot (GA), Orange Parking Lot (VIP) or Gold Parking Lot (VVIP), for Friday. Parking passes will go on sale on Tuesday, December 9th.
TEAM DINNERS
Join us at the Craft Barn for team dinners on Friday and Saturday night. Buffet style meals with tables reserved for each team for 1 hour. $37 per person.
Reserve Here
Friday Night
Seatings available: 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm
Buffet includes: Roasted chicken, seasoned vegetables, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, mixed green salad, fresh fruit salad, chips, cookies, rice crispy treats and assorted non-alcoholic beverages.
Saturday Night
Seatings available: 4:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm, 7:00pm
Buffet includes: Verde carnitas or chicken tinga, corn or flour tortillas, black beans, rice, traditional taco toppings, mixed green salad, fresh fruit salad, chips, cookies, rice crispy treats and assorted non-alcoholic beverages.
*v/vg/avg options available upon request.
ALL-AMERICA TRYOUTS
Monday, January 19
Corrigan Sports Enterprises will host the New Balance All-America West Tryouts (Boys & Girls) and the New Balance All-America Southwest Tryout (Girls) on Monday from 8:00AM to 2:00PM at the Empire Polo Club. These tryouts provide an opportunity for top players to compete for a spot representing the West or Southwest region at the All-America Summer Tournament.
DID YOU KNOW?
In 2024, the Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival hosted
523 teams from 33 states and 2 provinces.
