WCLA National Championship
May 09-12, 2023
A Championship Event for Women’s Non-Varsity Collegiate Teams
Hosted by USA Lacrosse, the Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Associates (WCLA) Division I and Division II National Championships showcase the nation’s premier non-varsity collegiate teams. The event features 16 Division I teams and 12 Division II teams competing over four days to crown their champions.
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2023 News & Updates
● BC Caps Flawless Season With Second Championship
● New Hampshire Wins First Division II Title
● BC, Georgia Set for Division I Championship Rematch
● Utah Valley, New Hampshire Reach First Division II Final
● Top Four Seeds Earn Division I Semifinal Berths
● Three of Four Spots Secured for Division II Semifinals
● WCLA All-America Teams Announced: Division 1 | Division 2
● Division I Day 1 Recap
● Championship Preview
● Tournament Schedules in PDF Format: Division 1 | Division 2
● Opening Round Schedules, Game Times Announced
● BC Club, Utah Valley Receive No. 1 Seeds for Championship Tournament
● Final Regular Season Rankings: Division 1 | Division 2
● WCLA Teams Launch Season in Santa Barbara
● WCLA Championship Tournament Returning to Virginia Beach
Youth Clinic on May 10 in Virginia Beach
This year, USA Lacrosse and the WCLA are collaborating on a youth player clinic in conjunction with the WCLA Championship Tournament. Intended for girls in grades 6-12, the clinic (6-8 pm) will be staffed by top collegiate club coaches and players who are competing in the championship tournament. The cost of the clinic is $25 per player, and includes a practice pinnie. For more details and to register, please click here and then scan the QR code, or visit the online registration page directly.
WCLA Automatic Qualifiers
The WCLA Committee designates certain leagues as being eligible to receive an Automatic Qualifier (AQ) to the WCLA National Championship Tournament, provided they meet the criteria set forth in the WCLA Operating Procedures and Bylaws during the season.
Division I - Eligible AQ Leagues
● MWLL - Midwest Women's Lacrosse League
● NWLL - Northeast Women's Lacrosse League
● NWWLL - Northwest Women's Lacrosse League
● RMWLL - Rocky Mountain Women's Lacrosse League
● SWLL - Southeastern Women's Lacrosse League
● TWLL - Texas Women's Lacrosse League
● WWLL - Western Women's Lacrosse League
Division II - Eligible AQ Leagues
● CPWLL - Central Plains Women's Lacrosse League
● NWLL - Northeast Women's Lacrosse League
● NWWLL - Northwest Women's Lacrosse League
● RMWLL - Rocky Mountain Women's Lacrosse League
● TWLL - Texas Women's Lacrosse League
● WWLL - Western Women's Lacrosse League
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The Championship Games
The Division I & II National Championship games will be played on Friday, May 12, 2023, and all teams are invited to stay for the crowning of the 2023 WCLA National Champions. Following the games and award presentations, the All-Tournament team will be announced and presented with individual awards on the field. We strongly encourage all teams to attend the championship games.
Lodging Accommodations
All participating teams are required to stay at the official USA Lacrosse tournament hotel properties and take advantage of discounted rates offered exclusively for WCLA teams and families. USA Lacrosse is proud to partner with HBC Event Services for bookings with local hotels at the best rates.
Local Volunteers
USA Lacrosse is looking for enthusiastic volunteers (ages 16 and older) in the Virginia Beach area to help make the 2023 event a success. We are seeking assistance with game operations and event support positions. Volunteer service hours are available.
*Schedule is subject to change
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