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January 20-22, 2012
Fort Lauderdale / Weston, Florida

 

 

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GRAND MASTERS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

HALF CENTURY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Tournament Information

Come enjoy the warm South Florida sunshine, beaches, golf courses, restaurants, nightlife....and play in a great Lacrosse Tournament for charity as teams battle for the crown of National Champion in the Grand Masters and Half Century Divisions. The 2012 Tournament will be held from January 20-22, 2012 at Tequesta Trace Park in beautiful Weston, FL. (just west of Fort Lauderdale).

 

 

2012 SCHEDULES ARE NOW POSTED  HERE  (updated 1/16/12-Sunday only)

 

 

 

Florida Lacrosse Classic      
2012 Teams      
  Contact  
Team Contact Number email
       
       
"WARRIOR" GRAND MASTER DIVISION (45+)      
Elder Statesmen Sean Fox 617/306-3563 sfox10@comcast.net
Team Harley Marc Hoffman (Hoffy) 410/323-7398 MHoffman@gilman.edu
Slo Moes  Chris Guttilla 212/526-6399 christopher.guttilla@barclayswealth.com 
Atlantic Sportswear Carle Buckley  508-259-7711 510H220@msn.com 
Team HEADstrong (Phillidelphia Lacrosse Club) Chris Maits 610/864-8340 cbmonte@verizon.net
Checkmate Lacrosse Gregg Giampaolo 631/838-1977 lax07@att.net
Patriot Lacrosse Chuck Ruebling 201/602-1958 cruebling@verizon.net
     
       
"BRINE" GRAND MASTER DIVISION (45+)      
Team Tarzan f/k/a High Peaks Doug Hendee 585/503-5606 dhendee@rochester.rr.com
Mr. BOH Lacrosse Club Bob Musitano 410/641-6521 musitanor@hotmail.com
FROGS Rich Barba 754/264-2405 rbarba6@aol.com
CVLC Rob Peterson 860/209-9959 RobPeterson@snet.net
HouNDs TD Paulius 708/349-9283 td.paulius@gmail.com
OWU Legends Steve Corrigan 973/271-7688 stevecorrigan2@hotmail.com
Colorado Lacrosse Club Steve Gillette 303/400-6140 steve@cirruscx.com
Reapers Ed Andrews 973-301-8335 andrews076@gmail.com
Dutchmasters (fka CRS Lacrosse) Chris Grant 518/524-8753 chris112@optonline.net
Eagles Stan Kornaga 610/574-5065 skornaga@verizon.net
Faber College Jim Shaler 813/784-6237 jimannshaler@msn.com
The Hasphins (Lemoyne College Alumni) Mickey Blanchfield 518/573-3848 mickeyb@nycap.rr.com
Buck Bomb Lax John Zlatos 410/320-0037 zedlax@hotmail.com
Buzzards Rich Barba 754/264-2405 rbarba6@aol.com
     
     
       
       
"WARRIOR" HALF CENTURY DIVISION (50+)      
Eldest Statesmen Allen Lovejoy 203/637-8086 allen.p.lovejoy@MSSB.com
Team Patron/Piv's Pub Gordon Boone 443/690-8891 gboone@premierpps.com
Cloudsplitter Mark Walsh 518/432-7511 mwalsh@gdwo.net
Polar Bears Dave Barker 508/878-7659 davidbarkerjr@comcast.net
Geezers Jamie Schraf 301/980-9213 jamie.schraf@comcast.net
Gray Eagles  Bob DiPuppo 610/971-1750  Robert.DiPuppo@hotmail.com
CVLC Rob Peterson 860/209-9959 RobPeterson@snet.net
Last Call Lacrosse Ray Sipperley 516/671-1978 rpsip@verizon.net
Atlantic Sportswear Carle Buckley  508-259-7711 510H220@msn.com 
Bulls Head Market Bulls Clyde Ripka 203/984-3558 clyde@bullsheadmarket.com
       
       
"BRINE" HALF CENTURY DIVISION (50+)      
USA Stars Dave Kintzer 914/805-5774 Kintz25@aol.com
Mr. BOH Lacrosse Club Bob Musitano 410/641-6521 musitanor@hotmail.com
Olde WU Legends Steve Corrigan 973/271-7688 stevecorrigan2@hotmail.com
Dutchmasters Chris Grant 518/524-8753 chris112@optonline.net
Reapers Ed Andrews 973-301-8335 andrews076@gmail.com
FROGS Rich Barba 754/264-2405 rbarba6@aol.com

 

 

 

PLAYERS SEEKING TEAMS (CLICK HERE)

 

TEAMS SEEKING PLAYERS (CLICK HERE)

 

SEE 2011 TOURNAMENT RESULTS HERE

 2011 Tournament Program (PDF download)  

 

 

Men’s Grand Masters Age Requirements

  • 45 years or older.

  • Grand Master tournaments are restricted to teams whose players are turning age 45, or over, anytime during the calendar year of the tournament (by 12/31/12 for the 2012 Florida Lacrosse Classic).
  • All players must bring picture ID indicating date of birth.
  • Florida Lacrosse Classic will be adhering to the Rules & Regulations set up to govern GMOL sanctioned Grand Master lacrosse events.

Men’s Half Century Division Age Requirements

  • Age group will remain at 50 or over
  • This year's Half Century Event participation is restricted to players who are turning age 50, or over, anytime during the calendar year of the tournament (by 12/31/12 for the 2012 Florida Lacrosse Classic).
  • All players must bring picture ID indicating date of birth.
  • To make this event more enjoyable for people who want to get back on the field after retiring years ago, there will be no body checking allowed.
  • Team contacts will be posted as soon as teams are confirmed and accepted by the tournament.
  • Games times will be set so as not to conflict with the times for the Grand Master games.
  • Playing in the Grand Master Division does not restrict you from playing in the Half Century Division, however, eligible participants will only be allowed to play with one team in each division.

 For more information, contact us at rbarba6@aol.com

Men’s Past Masters Division Age Requirements

  • The Past Masters participation is restricted to players who are turning age 60, or over, anytime during the calendar year of the tournament (by 12/31/12 for the 2012 Florida Lacrosse Classic).
  • All players must bring picture ID indicating date of birth.
  • Entry fees to participate at this level will be the minimum necessary to cover direct expenses.
  • There will be no body checking allowed.
  • Team contacts will be posted as soon as teams are confirmed and accepted by the tournament.
  • Games times will be set so as not to conflict with the times for the Grand Master or Half Century games.
  • Playing in the Past Masters Division does not restrict you from playing in the Grand Master or Half Century divisions, however, eligible participants will only be allowed to play with one team in each division.

For more information, contact us at Jim Landon jlandon@landoncpa.com or Jeff Robinson robinson.jeffrey@att.net

Please note that the fields are graciously provided by the City of Weston and the Florida Youth Lacrosse Foundation must adhere to all their rules and regulations governing their use. While the Florida Lacrosse Classic has never had to cancel or postpone a game due to weather conditions, the Weston Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to restrict our usage of the fields at any time if they believe it is unsafe or if the fields are in jeopardy of being damaged. We appreciate your understanding of this policy should this be implemented during the tournament.

Click here for Tournament Rules 

THE VENUE

The venue is a beautiful 42 acre park/sports complex with three quality lacrosse fields located in Southwest Broward County at the crossroads of I-75, I-595 and the Sawgrass Expressway. Weston is a master planned community within easy reach of Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport and Miami International Airport.

Directions to Tequesta Trace Park in Weston:

From I-595 - Go West on I-595 to I-75 North. Exit on Indian Trace Blvd. Go South on Indian Trace Blvd. for approximately 1.8 miles. Tequesta Track Park is located on the right side of the road just past Springs Blvd.

From I-75 - Exit West on the Royal Palm exit (just south of I-595.) The first light is Weston Road; go North (turn right). Stay to the left side of the road. Turn left on Indian Trace Blvd. and continue for approximately 4 miles. Tequesta Trace Park will be on the left hand side of the road. 

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Donations & Sponsorship Packages Tax Deductible

The Florida Lacrosse Classic is hosted by the Florida Youth Lacrosse Foundation, Inc., a 501c3 corporation. All proceeds of the tournament will be donated to aid Youth Lacrosse programs throughout the State of Florida. Donation and sponsorship information is available at brian@brianclinton.com

Your generous support has enabled us to contribute over $146,000 of equipment to over 85 Youth programs in Florida.


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