Welcome to Capital Lacrosse, LLC

The longest-running travel program in Hampton Roads, the Tidewater Patriots provide committed lacrosse players reasonably-priced, elite instruction from outstanding, veteran coaches. The mission is simple: help boys become the best that they can be by actually teaching them -- and the results are tangible: the Patriots are the most successful travel program in the area, with dozens of program graduates having gone on to successfully compete at the college level. Over twenty Patriots graduates are presently competing at the NCAA Division I, II and III or MCLA levels.

The Patriots primary focus is on player development and the perfection of skills and lacrosse IQ. Patriots teams typically conduct 8-12 two-hour practices over the course of each season with all sessions being overseen by program director Chris Swanenburg. A former Division I head coach, Swanenburg brings 20 years of NCAA coaching and recruiting experience to the Patriots and has developed future All-Americans and professional players alike. Many of the best players in the region (and the majority of Tidewater All-Americans) have come through the Patriots program and Coach Swanenburg's connections have opened doors at the college level for tens of players. Please visit the Patriots Questions & Answers webpage for both a history and a detailed view of the Patriots program.

Two youth teams are planned for the summer of 2026 with official tryouts for remaining roster spots for 2030/31 and 2032/33 teams to be held in April. Tryouts for a Showcase high school team will be held on the same date.

With sufficient interest, a developmental 2034/35 team will also be formed. This squad will conduct a modified practice schedule and attend one local tournament only -- at a reduced cost.

Practices for all teams will begin on the first day of tryouts and continue weekend mornings through the first two weekends of June. All teams will then participate in the Summer Celebration lacrosse tournament in Williamsburg June 20-21. The HS Showcase, 2030/31 and 2032/33 teams will conclude the season by playing in a TBD event the final weekend of June.

The cost of participation, which includes all practice sessions and tournament entry fees, is as follows:

2034/35 Developmental Team: $400

2030/31 & 2032/33 Teams: $700

High School Teams: $775

Newcomers to the program are required to purchase a fully sublimated and personalized Patriots uniform set (reversible jersey, shorts and shooter shirt) for $115.

Regardless of team, for insurance purposes, all boys interested in trying out for the Patriots must be members of USA Lacrosse. They must also submit both a registration form and a non-refundable tryout fee of $25 prior to being considered for the Patriots. Upon receipt of these items, a confirmation email with greater details will be sent.

For further information please visit the Patriots Questions & Answers webpage or contact Coach Swanenburg at (443) 690-7683 or at director@capitallacrosse.com.

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