OVERVIEW
Get ready for the ultimate spring season finale—the Youth Jamboree! This action-packed day is bursting with excitement, featuring non-stop round-robin play, a lively tent city, the thrilling fastest shot contest, and so much more! Boys and girls teams from 8U to 12U will hit the field for an unforgettable day of lacrosse, with every team guaranteed three games in the high-energy jamboree format. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season—fun, competition, and memories that will last a lifetime! Don’t miss out on the biggest youth lacrosse event of the year!
The theme this year is 'Swing into Spring!' Tent Decorating Contest is back with details below!
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details
Date
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Youth Divisions
Boys & Girls 8U - 12U
Location
Hoover Met Complex
100 Ben Chapman Road
Hoover, AL 35244
Entrance Fees
- Presale Entrance Ticket - $7.50
- Purchase tickets via this link until midnight on 4/25; https://www.hooverlacrosse.com/event-details/lacrosse-jamboree
- Day of Event Entrance Fee - $10.00 (Cash or Venmo)
- FREE entrance for participating coaches & players.
- FREE entrance for kids 18 & under and anyone with a student ID.
- FREE Parking
Gates open at 7:00 AM. All adults will be issued a wristband upon entry. Keep this wristband on through the Jamboree. This will allow you to enter/exit the gates as needed.
Entering through the Tennis Center is prohibited and will be monitored for violators (west side, behind concession stand).
VENDORS
Concessions will be available. "What's Your Flav" will be serving shaved ice. Apparel & equipment vendors include, Southern Lacrosse, Lax Unleashed, Mountain High Outfitters, and Fine Designs for official event t-shirts.
FASTEST SHOT CONTEST
Test your shooting skills at the Fastest Shot Contest! Prizes for winners at each age group for girls and boys. Contest will be held from 9am - 2pm on the North East corner of Field #4 (4B).
Jack Jasinski will have a booth in the same location with skill games and prizes (including lacrosse heads)!
Tent City
There are several possible spots for tents within the fenced grass areas of the Multi-Purpose Fields.
Rules for the Tent City
- All tents locations are first-come, first served.
- Setting up tents the night before (Friday) is prohibited.
USE CAUTION. Fields 1, 4 & 5 will be configured for short-sided games during at least part of the Jamboree. Any person or tent located in the area behind a short-sided goal on one of these fields could be hit by an errant shot or pass. If you place your tent in one of these areas, ensure that everyone in the tent area remains watchful and attentive during game play.
- Tents are allowed on portions of the turf. - PROHIBITED ITEMS on the turf: any nuts with shells, sunflower seeds, gum and all gummy candies. NO EXCEPTIONS
- There will be volunteers serving as Tent City Patrol. Please comply with any requests made by these volunteers or HMC officials re the location or contents of your tents.
- HMC field gates will be open at 7:00 AM Saturday. Do not attempt to set up tents before that time. Do not drop off tents or other items near gates for extended periods. These areas must remain clear and accessible.
- Please DO NOT set up tents OUTSIDE of the HMC Multipurpose fencing.
TENT DECORATING CONTEST
Join the fun and show off your team’s creativity in our Tent Decorating Contest! This year’s theme is “Swing into Spring”, blending the fresh, cheerful energy of spring with the excitement of lacrosse. Think bright colors, green grass, blooming flowers, and all the things that make spring feel alive—plus a sporty twist! Decorate your tent to reflect the theme, and bring the season to life with your team’s unique style. Prizes will be awarded for creativity, spirit, and best overall design.
