Box Lacrosse House League (Burlington Minor Lacrosse)

Burlington Minor Lacrosse House League 2026

The fire that unites our community. 

Blaze represents passion, energy, and growth - where players develop skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of the game

Welcome to IGNITE, our box lacrosse House League! 

Get ready for fast-paced action and tons of fun as our house league runs from late April straight through to the end of June. 

Opening Weekend 

Saturday, May 2, 2026 

Appleby Arena

Closing Weekend

Saturday, June 20, 2026 

Appleby Arena 

We’re planning for all practices and games to take place at Appleby Arena (Floors 1 and 2).
We can’t wait to get started.

NOTE: All times are tentative until registration is finalized.  

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Kindling (U5 Program)

Where the spark begins.

Kindling is our introductory, play‑based program designed for the youngest members of our lacrosse family. Rooted in fun, movement, and imagination, Kindling gives new athletes a positive first experience with the sport. Through simple games, basic lacrosse skills, and lots of smiles, Kindling helps ignite curiosity, build coordination, and foster confidence on and off the floor.

As players grow, their spark can take them anywhere. After Kindling, athletes can continue in our House League pathway—staying active, social, and skill‑building in a supportive environment—or explore the competitive Rep stream as their passion and readiness develop.

Build the spark. Play. Smile. Learn.

Registration:

Participants can register HERE

• Create a new account, or sign-in to your existing account

• Select 'New Registration'

• Select the '2026 Box Season' tab

• Select the appropriate House League division

• For U5 participants, select 'BOX Soft Lacrosse'

• For U7 participants, select 'Paperweight HL'

Key Dates:

Opening Weekend - April 25-27, 2025, Aldershot Arena:

• All teams practice on Saturday

• Regular schedule starts on Sunday

Opening Weekend Saturday, May 2 - Sunday, May 3, 2026, @ Appleby Arena

Closing Weekend - Saturday, June 20 - Sunday, June 21, 2026  @Appleby Arena

Additional Information:

• U5 - Helmet and gloves only
• U7-U15 - Full lacrosse equipment required.
  • Information on equipment requirements can be found HERE
• U7 - Participants will have the opportunity to register for an addition Jr. Blaze weekly clinic starting in May (additional cost)

 

Contact

Our mixed house league is a contact league.
Safety has always been—and will always remain—our top priority. We follow and reinforce all current OLA rules to promote fair play and to give newer players, especially in the younger age groups, the time and guidance they need to learn contact safely in this fast‑paced game. Specific drills must be completed during practices. These drills are designed to teach safe, legal contact and help players learn proper positioning and how to absorb checks correctly. Full equipment must be worn properly at all times; coaches and referees will actively monitor for missing or incorrectly worn gear. In the early practices, players will be taught correct techniques and also shown what infractions look like so they can recognize—and avoid—them. Players who exceed the rules will receive the appropriate penalty, serve their time, and then receive direct follow‑up from the coaching staff. Penalties are part of the learning process, but any behaviour that puts another player at risk will not be tolerated.


Referees:

 All referees are certified through the OLA and officiate both House League and Rep games within the Burlington area. We will be reinforcing a uniform, consistently applied set of rules to ensure the safety of every player on the floor. Our goal is to create an environment with no “grey area” around penalty calls—clear expectations, consistent enforcement, and a focus on safe play.

U5: No contact
U7 & U9: Contact introduced gradually
U11 and older: Contact permitted after up to one game of review, giving coaches time to reinforce proper technique and identify newer players who may need additional support

If you have any questions or concerns about contact, please do not hesitate to contact Adam at [email protected]

Coaches

We are always looking for enthusiastic house league coaches and volunteers. 

If you’re interested in coaching a team, please email [email protected] and include your child’s name. You may also request one other parent to join you as an assistant coach.

New for 2026: 

• 50% reimbursement of your child’s registration fee at the end of the season for all House League coaches (limit 2 per team)

Creating Teams

Our House League committee will be meeting soon to create teams. Our top priority is building a competitive league with balanced rosters. When forming teams, we consider the mix of Major and Minor players as well as each player’s experience and time in the league.

While teams may need to be adjusted after the season begins, we will continue to prioritize competitive balance and will keep friend requests in mind wherever possible.

Friend Requests

BMLA’s House League committee aims to create balanced teams while still honouring one friend request per player, provided the request is mutual. Friend requests should be emailed to [email protected].

All age groups will be scheduled on the floor at the same time on the same nights, making it easier for families to coordinate carpooling and support one another.

Format
Teams will receive a one‑hour floor time during the week dedicated to practice and skill development. Weekend games will also run for one hour. We aim to schedule all practices and games at the same venue, with all teams in the same age bracket on the floor at the same time, making carpooling a convenient option for families.

AP Rep Players
BMLA House League is designed not only for fun and development, but also as the starting point for players who aspire to move into Rep lacrosse. Our program helps athletes build the fundamental skills, confidence, and game awareness needed for the OLA zone structure and tournament play across Ontario. It’s the perfect place for motivated players to be identified and prepared for the next level.

Volunteers

House League isn’t just for the players—parents who get involved at any level gain just as much from the experience. We’re always looking for volunteers to help coordinate events, support the bench, or organize team activities like dressing‑room snacks and team socials. Your involvement strengthens the program and builds our community.

We are also seeking a VP of House League to help run and convene weekend games. If you’re interested in joining the board and learning more about this role, please contact Adam at [email protected].