ABOUT THE LABOR DAY D1SCOVERY DAY
#D1SCOVERYDAY
DATE: MONDAY, SEPT. 4TH 2023 | TIME: 10AM-1PM
LOCATION: CANTIAGUE PARK | HICKSVILLE, LONG ISLAND (NY)
GRAD YEARS: RISING FRESHMAN – CURRENT SENIORS
*GAME FILM INCLUDED FOR ALL 44 PARTICIPANTS!*
The LABOR DAY D1SCOVERY DAY Showcase Camp is tailored for high school players & elite middle school players aspiring to take their game to the next level and to help pursue their dream of playing at the collegiate level by being coached and scouted by elite college programs. This event gives those a chance to display their talent in front of 8+ In Person Division 1-3 Colleges/Universities in an extremely small showcase setting.
During this one-day showcase camp, only 44 players will be accepted and put through drills for the first hour followed by competing in 2 competitive games. Each game, players will have the unique opportunity to be coached by 2-3 coaches and by a different DI-III collegiate coach while the other coaches in attendance will be on the sidelines recruiting with our detailed recruiting binders & coaches’ packet.
All games are played on only 1 turf field – the perfect showcase setting to get the most exposure. Players will be guaranteed a high level of play and top exposure!
COLLEGES ATTENDING
Fairfield University
UVM (Vermont)
We will confirm the programs attending by listing the coaches name under the Teams logo. The above list is comprised of both confirmed colleges & the schools that have attended in the past. Learn More About the Men’s D1 & D2/3 Lacrosse Teams and Colleges Academic, Social, and Financial Attributes by clicking on the Teams Logo. Learn more about the coaches attending by clicking on the coaches name which will direct you to the coaches ConnectLax profile. *This list of programs and coaches is subject to change*
FORMAT
PLAYER FORMAT
- Restricted to Rising Freshman-Current Seniors
- Limited to Only [44] Total Players
- 22 Man Rosters for Each Team (2 Total Teams)
GAME FORMAT
- Players will be assigned to 1 of the 2 teams for the entire day
- Games will be played as two (2) 60-minute running games with a 2-minute halftime
- Before the first game, coaches will run instructional drills/warm-up – an opportunity to learn from the best coaches in the country
- Each team/player will receive top instruction for up to 60-Minutes
EXPOSURE:
- Exposure to 8+ Staffed DI-III Schools
- A 5:1 Prospect to College Coach Ratio – ~2:1 Player to Coach Ratio While Playing
- Games Played on 1 Turf Field Assuring Weather is Not an Issue & Guaranteed Exposure
- Venue is Within a 30 Mile Radius of More than 18 DI-III Colleges/Universities (All are Invited)
- One of the First Recruiting Events of the Fall, Days after the Recruiting Open Period Begins So Players Can be Seen Right Away!
- National, Regional & Local Media Coverage by Top Lax Recruits and Back of The Cage & ConnectLax
- Compete Against the Top Players from the Tri-State Area & East Coast to See where you stack
- Write Ups for the Top Standout Players picked by the coaches (announced the next day)
REGISTRATION PROCESS:
- Registration is based on a first come, first serve basis- Secure Your Spot Today! (once the positions reach the max, you can be placed on the waiting list)
- Attend and Play in the Labor Day D1SCOVERY Day Showcase Camp!!!
VIDEO
PROFESSIONAL FILMING
ConnectLAX is the exclusive video provider for the D1scovery Day Showcase Camp and its free digital coach book will be available for all participants. ConnectLAX is a matchmaker for lacrosse recruits and college coaches. ConnectLAX combines professional, elevated filming (see hi-pods in video) and media promotion of recruits and teams that purchase video on its channels and those of its media partners. Typically, the cost ranges between $195-$300 but we are giving away the game film for Free! ; details will be shared ahead of the event or linked on this page.
FEATURES
COLLEGE BOUND RECRUITING CENTER
- Technology Facilitating the Recruiting Process for the Coaches
- Real-time & shareable notes from the Scouts via CL Coach Packet
- Recruiting Handbook Distributed to Every Coach with Contact Information & Notes
- Limited to Only 44 Players for Guaranteed Exposure & Maximum Playing Time
- Online Recruiting Profile offered by ConnectLax that is transparent to DI-III Colleges
- Write Ups about the ‘Standout Players/Players Who Shined’ by Top Lax Recruits & Back of the Cage
- All games will be filmed in HD & at an Elevated view by ConnectLax which can be uploaded to 1500+ college coaches for Extra Exposure
SCHEDULE
Check-in: 9-9:45 a.m.
Assigned reversibles are distributed to each player (First Group)
Players must check in prior to their first game at the main registration tent in front of the turf field
Warm-Up/Intro
The first 2 teams will warm-up to prepare for training/drills with the college coaches
Perform Pre=game drills by your Game #1 College Coach and half of the coaching staff in the beginning
START TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Players will be in drills conducted by the different college coaches
Players must check in prior to their first game at the main registration tent in front of the turf field
Games:
Players will play on their assigned team for 2 total games in front of 8+ D1-III Coaches
Each game will be led by 3-4 different College Coaches who will provide players w/ a pre-game warm-up with drills & stretches
VENUE
CANTIAGUE PARK
Address
Cantiague Park
480 W John Street
Hicksville, NY 11803
AREA ACTIVITIES
Located in Oyster Bay Long Island, the Summer White House aka ‘Sagamore Hill’ was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919. During Roosevelt’s time in office, his “Summer White House” was the focus of international attention. Explore the natural surroundings and become inspired by the legacy of one of America’s most popular presidents..
Learn why the Summer White House is a top-destination in the area.
MONTAUK POINT LIGHTHOUSE
Built in 1797, Montauk Point Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in New York and the 4th oldest in the country and is well known for its adjacent army base known as Camp Hero which was built during WWII.
Be sure to visit this present day national monument and historic shrine.
HOTELS
We look forward to hosting you at the Labor Day D1SCOVERY Day Showcase Camp. CBL works hard to provide quality hotel options that meet the needs of all attendees. CBL thus requires all attendees to book event hotel rooms through our system.
To book a room with our hotel booking agency for reserved rooms and by complying with our play and stay policy, click below.
* Room Rate: $175
* Excercise Room
* 5 Miles Away from Venue
Refund Policy Terms:
The Boys’ Labor Day D1SCOVERY Day Showcase Camp in conjunction with College Bound Laxers & Long Island Lacrosse Showcases provides no refunds (full or partial), even in the case of acts of God, severe weather (wind, thunder/lightening, rain etc.), or any other event that may result in delays and/or cancellations. However, in the event of an injury with a note from a physician, a 75% credit will be applied if notified 35 Days prior to the start date.