The Spring season begins with pre-season clinics in January (Weather Permitting) to help players and coaches shake the dust off of their gear and skills in preparation for assessments.

2026 Pre-Season Schedule: Saturdays: January 11, 17, 24.

• 11:00a - 12:30p: 14U (Gainesville Middle School)
• 12:30p - 2:00p: 12U (Gainesville Middle School)
• 2:00p - 3:00p: 8U & 10U (Gainesville Middle School

Note: Registration for the 2026 Spring Season includes pre-season clinics.

February kicks off Assessments of all players in order to group  teams by appropriate NVYLL age and skill divisions, weather permitting.  

2026 Spring Assessments: Saturdays: February 7, 14, 21 and 28

• 11:00a - 12:30p: 14U (Gainesville Middle School)
• 12:30p - 2:00p: 12U (Gainesville Middle School)
• 2:00p - 3:00p: 8U & 10U (Gainesville Middle School)

Note: Registration for the 2026 Spring Season includes Spring Assessments

Following assessments, Brigade boys play an 8-game spring season, competing against other clubs in the Northern Virginia Youth Lacrosse League (NVYLL).    Practices run once per week in March, moving to twice weekly in April.  Games run on weekends from the end of March through the weekend before memorial day.  Once games begin, teams will generally have 2 weeknight practices in addition to their league games. 

2026 NVYLL Season

• Practices Start: Week of March 1st
• Games: Weekends, March 22 - May 9
• Play-offs & Championship: May 16-17

New for 2026, NVYLL will introduce Sixes format to all 8U programs. By adopting USA Lacrosse Sixes, we can provide a more dynamic and inclusive experience that fosters skill development, encourages strategic thinking, and better prepares players for future competitive levels, all while maintaining the fun and excitement that draws young athletes to lacrosse.

Our 6U "Scoopers" Lacrosse Program is the perfect introduction to the sport for young players! Through fun drills and interactive activities, kids will develop essential lacrosse skills like passing, catching, and shooting while building coordination and teamwork. With a focus on creating a positive, supportive environment, we aim to foster a love for the game that will last a lifetime. It's all about learning through play, making new friends, and discovering the excitement of lacrosse!  

Continuing from 2025, full protective gear will be required as we align with other local 6U programs and start participating in activities with teams across the Northern Virginia area.

2026 Schedule: 

• One practice per week beginning in mid-March, through the end of May
• A focus on fundamentals, fun, and early skill development
• Opportunities to participate in one or more tournament-style play days throughout the season

Questions regarding the season may be directed to:

Mark deBullet, Vice Commissioner – Boy's Program
boys.commissioner@brigadelax.org