SPARKS, Md. — Tickets are now on sale for the Fall Classic, a unique showcase of the top lacrosse teams from the international and college ranks taking place at USA Lacrosse headquarters in Sparks, Md. from Oct. 15-17.
The event features six teams, including the reigning gold (United States) and silver (Canada) medalists at the most recent World Lacrosse men’s and women’s championships along with the 2021 NCAA Division I champions — Boston College (women) and Virginia (men).
Here’s the schedule of games:
Friday, Oct. 15
5:30 p.m.: Canada men vs. USA men
8 p.m.: Canada women vs. USA women
Saturday, Oct. 16
12 p.m.: Canada men vs. Virginia men
2:30 p.m.: Boston College women vs. Canada women
5 p.m.: USA men vs. Virginia men
7:30 p.m.: Boston College women vs. USA women
Online ticket sales have closed. Walk-up available.
Please note that bleacher seating for Tierney Field is limited to 474 seats. For games, all seating is first-come, first-served, and fans may bring collapsible camping/tailgating chairs and blankets for hillside/grass areas.
In addition to the Fall Classic, the Brogden Cup will be held that weekend, featuring the USA Select U16 and U18 men’s and women’s teams competing with teams representing the Iroqouis Nationals and Ontario. The Brodgen Cup games will be held at St. Paul’s School on Oct. 16 from 8 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. and at USA Lacrosse headquarters on Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission for the Brodgen Cup games is free of charge.
The U.S. National Team trains and plays using best-in-class products from Nike (apparel and footwear), Game On Mouthguards, Gilman Gear (goals), Pearl Lacrosse (balls) and DJO (sports bracing).
The U.S. women’s national team trains and plays using best-in-class equipment from Gait, STX, Maverik and Cascade Lacrosse (goalie helmets). The U.S. men’s national team trains and plays using best-in-class equipment with Maverik, Warrior and Cascade Lacrosse.
In addition to these partners, Hudl and MedStar Health are official sponsors of the U.S. national team program. Team training is also aided by products from Athletic Republic.
About USA Lacrosse
USA Lacrosse, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is the governing body of men’s and women’s lacrosse in the United States, leads the U.S. National Teams Program and establishes universal standards. With nearly 400,000 members across the country, USA Lacrosse unites the community of players, coaches, officials, parents, and program leaders. Working together, we inspire participation, enrich the athlete experience, and support the growth of the sport.