Event Details

Date: Nov 21, 2026

Facility: MSI Sports Complex | Aston, PA

Divisions: High School

Cost: $2,100

Lacrosse’s Biggest Recruiting Weekend Just Got Bigger

Building on four successful years, the 5th Annual NXT High School Challenge has grown into one of the nation’s premier boutique recruiting events for elite high school programs. Conveniently located within hours of the country’s top lacrosse hotbeds, this event continues to be a can’t-miss stop for programs looking to compete at the highest level and gain exposure to college coaches.

The NXT High School Challenge takes place on Saturday, right before the Philly Invitational, NXT’s largest and most anticipated club recruiting event—giving teams a seamless opportunity to showcase talent on a national stage while staying in the recruiting spotlight.

From the inaugural event onward, the most prominent college coaches in the game have attended to evaluate the nation’s top high school programs. With each year, the Challenge has grown in size, reputation, and college exposure, cementing itself as a critical weekend for high school athletes with aspirations at the next level.

Why the NXT High School Challenge?

• Elite Competition: Only top high school programs are invited, ensuring every matchup is highly competitive.
• Unmatched Exposure: College coaches from across DI, DII, and DIII programs attend annually to evaluate talent.
• Perfect Timing: Held just before the Philly Invitational, giving teams the chance to showcase over a full recruiting weekend.
• National Prestige: Now in its fifth year, the Challenge continues to grow in size, impact, and reputation, making it a marquee event for high school lacrosse.

The 5th Annual NXT High School Challenge isn’t just a tournament; it’s a weekend where the nation’s best programs compete, players get noticed, and the future stars of lacrosse make their mark.

Teams That Have Competed Include:
Bishop Guertin “Dirty Birds”, Delbarton, Don Bosco, Everest, Haverford School, Hill Academy, Hill School, Hun Raiders, Malvern Prep, Manasquan, Marple Newtown, Moorestown “Quake”, Perkiomen School, Radnor, SJP, Springfield Delco, Springside Chestnut Hill, St. Augustine 1, Summit, Victor, and more.