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DTA Dispatch

🎙️On The Mics

We are in the off season, but we are still active on the mics!

We recently launched our last episode with the CHAMPIONSHIP staff from Minnetonka where they talked about the program history, culture, and the historic run they want on in 2026 and it appears they won’t be going anywhere anytime soon. Highly reccomend tuning in here; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/26-season-finale-with-girls-champion-staff-minnetonka/id1483661180?i=1000775138648

Stay tuned later this summer for episodes about being on the road with Team36, the DTA Open, Fall Ball and more!

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📦 The Coaches Box – Online Coaches Community

You have heard us talk about the coaches box, but now is the perfect time to dive into it if you haven’t already. If you are a High School coach looking to get better this off season, or a youth coach who’s in the middle of their season looking for a few tips and tricks, check it out!

Sneak peak into the first Office Hours👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/-jpFSpwMfck?si=d7kH10SJQGh_gol7

You can find all of the office hours recordings in our community.

The Coaches Box is a paid community, but at $5/month, we’ve intentionally kept it affordable and accessible for coaches at any level who want to connect, learn, and prepare themselves (and their programs) for a successful 2026/2027 season.

If you’re looking for a place to:

• Talk ball with other invested coaches

• Learn new ideas and trends

• Stay sharp heading into the season

This is it.

Join The Coaches Box here:
https://stan.store/36Lacrosse/p/lacrosse-coaches-community

We’re adding new content every week and can’t wait to connect with you inside The Coaches Box. 🥍🔥

🥍 P-Mac’s Coaches Corner | Final Stretch

We are in the final stretch of summer lacrosse both on the youth side with the YLM state tournament next weekend and the club circuit for Team36 coming to a close after this weekend. I am fired up to hit an event we haven’t been to before in Saratoga, NY! For those who have been there before, don’t hesitate to send any recommendations for off the field activities. Horse track anyone?

The club circuit is always a great time, but don’t forget about the YLM season that is going down too. I have been impressed all season with the level of play at the youth levels. This years U12 ages look to be a wave of some serious talent coming up through the ranks, so keep an eye on that for years to come!

Good luck to all the YLM teams at their respective state tournaments as well as the club teams finishing out their summers strong!

— P-Mac

⛳ DTA Golf Events

We have pivoted this year’s DTA Open to Legends in Prior Lake on Aug 1. If you are interested, secure your tee time for your team in the morning once they open up! Hope to see you there!

🥍 36 Lacrosse

Team36 Tryouts have been Announced!

Tryouts for the 2026–2027 Team36 season are officially live. If your player is looking to compete, develop, and be part of a high-energy lacrosse environment, we would love to see them at tryouts.

Whether you are already interested in playing for Team36, or you are simply looking to check out what club lacrosse is all about, this is a great opportunity to get on the field, meet the staff, and learn more about what 36 Lacrosse has to offer.

We are asking you to help us spread the word. Please share this with teammates, friends, families in your community, and any players who may be looking to take the next step in their lacrosse journey.

Tryout Information & Registration:
https://36lacrosse.com/tryouts/

Whatever you need to help you, your player, your program, or your staff take the next step — 36 Lacrosse has you covered.

Learn more about 36 Lacrosse here:
https://www.36Lacrosse.com

View all 36 Lacrosse service offerings here:
https://36lacrosse.com/services/

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