IWLCA Capital CuP
Tournament Information
Showcase Format (2026-2028)
- Cost per team - $2,200.00
- Get exposure to amazing college coaches from all divisions
- Showcase style tournament
- 2026's and 2027's will play Friday/Saturday
- 2028's and Open's will play Saturday/Sunday
- All tournament games will be filmed
- Each team will be scheduled for four (4) full length games on full regulation fields
- Games will be two (2), 25 minute running halves, with a five (5) minute half time
Championship Format (2029-2032)
- Cost per team (2029) - $2,200.00
- Cost per team (2030 & 2031) - $1,200.00
- Cost per team (2032) - $1,000.00
- Championship style tournament
- All divisions will play - Saturday, & Sunday
- Champions receive medals
- Each team will be scheduled for four (4) full length games on full regulation fields with potential for additional playoff games
- Games will be two (2), 25 minute running halves, with a five (5) minute half time
Showcase DIVISONS
- 2026
- 2027
- 2028
- OPEN - Any combination of 2026, 2027, & 2028 athletes
- IWLCA/Elite Tournaments is offering high school student-athletes not affiliated with a club program the opportunity to play on a “House” team during the event. The registration fee will be $100.00 per player.
Championship Divisions
- 2029
- 2030
- 2031
- 2032
Important Dates
- Registration Open - 7/29/2024
- Deposit Due - 7/29/2024
- Remaining Balance deadline – 4/03/2025
- Schedule Posted – 5/8/2025
- Rosters and Player Waivers Due – 6/8/2025
Schedule
- Friday – Games will begin at 8 AM and run through 8 PM
- Saturday – Games will begin at 8 AM and run through 8 PM
- Sunday – Games will begin at 8 AM and run through 2 PM
We understand making travel arrangements can be difficult, but please note that all teams must be available for all time slots of the tournament.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Entry Fees:
2026-2028: $2200 per team
2029: $2200 per team
2030-2031: $1200 per team
2032: $1000 per team
Initial Deposit ( ALL AGE GROUPS): $400
Remaining Balance:
2026-2028: $1800
2029: $1800
2030-2031: $800
2032: $600
Payment Information
Please make all checks payable to: IWLCA
Checks should be mailed to:
IWLCA Capital Cup
c/o Elite Tournaments
PO Box 54
West Friendship MD 21794
CC Fee: 3.50% will be added on the remaining balance
Weather Policy
Inclement weather is out of the control of tournament directors, officials and site managers. Safety is our number one concern. In the event of thunder and/or lightning, all games will be suspended for 30 minutes from the last occurrence. Games will resume at their regularly scheduled time. Adjustment to schedule may be made depending on duration of delay.
The tournament will be held in the rain. In the event of heavy rain, it is up to the facilities we are renting from to determine if play is permitted on the field or not. The tournament directors will work to ensure all games are played, however, the facilities have the final say.
ANTI-HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION, & CONDUCT EVENT POLICIES
The IWLCA promotes a positive, supportive environment at all of its events.
There will be zero tolerance for racist, homophobic, transphobic, sexist, threatening, retaliatory, obscene, or demeaning language or actions of any kind from players, coaches, spectators, officials, vendors, or staff. This includes on the field, off the field, and on any properties where an IWLCA event takes place.
Sportsmanship is KEY to a positive experience at IWLCA Tournament Series events.
This includes interactions between players, coaches, fans, and officials, as well as language and actions on the field, on the sidelines, in the stands, at the venue, and in the parking area – before, during, and after the event.
Officials: Only head coaches are permitted to address the officials throughout any tournament. Coaches are expected to communicate with and treat officials in a respectful manner, upholding the values and modeling good sportsmanship.
Refund Policy
The IWLCA understands that unforeseen circumstances, especially injuries, player availability, etc. can occur over the course of a season. Teams should plan for the unexpected and understand that the scheduling process starts months before an event is scheduled to take place. The IWLCA and Elite Tournaments will work with teams to find solutions if possible, with regards to scheduling to avoid a team cancellation. In the event a team must withdraw the following policy is in place:
- Deposits are non-refundable/non-transferable
- No refunds will be given to teams who withdraw 90 days out from an event.
While every attempt to play each event will be made, weather and other unforeseen circumstances may prevent an event from being completed or in some cases, even starting. The IWLCA reserves the right to shorten or alter game schedules in order to complete as many games as possible.
- At a minimum, 75 % refund will be given to teams that do not start any game in an event.
- A 50% refund will be given to teams that have completed 1 game.
- No refund will be given to teams once they have played 2 games.
USA LACROSSE Aligned EVENT
In order to provide the safest and most enjoyable experience possible, this event has chosen to align with the USA Lacrosse guidelines for event operation. These guidelines focus on key areas covering safety and risk management, rules and game format, venue and event administration, and fair and competitive play.
All tournament participants must be current USA Lacrosse members in order to participate. USA Lacrosse membership numbers will be collected and verified when completing tournament waivers. If you are not currently a member, or your membership is set to expire during the event, please visit USA Lacrosse to Register.
Hotels
The IWLCA Capital Cup, taking place at the DE Turf Sports Complex and Sandhill Fields, is being held during peak tourist season for this area. Hotels typically sell out at premium rates in July due to extremely high demand, particularly for those hotels closer to the beaches. As a result, many hotels committed only a small number of rooms to the tournament, while other hotels declined to participate at all, despite assistance and support from the Delaware Tourism Office.
Because of limited housing availability, competing teams are required to reserve a minimum of just (5) five rooms for (2) two nights through Halpern Travel to be eligible to participate in the tournament. Teams will have (7) seven days to book their hotel reservations after placing a courtesy block of rooms on hold. Teams that are based within a 100-mile radius of the tournament venue and are planning to commute are exempt from complying with the tournament housing policy. Addresses used for the determination of the distance will be the address of the tournament venue and the club’s physical address.
Because of the housing constraints created by high demand and limited availability, teams are encouraged to act quickly to reserve their Halpern Travel hotel accommodations.
Thank you for your consideration and cooperation as we work to accommodate all of the teams competing in the IWLCA Capital Cup.
Clubs requiring a large block of rooms for multiple teams should contact Halpern Travel for special assistance at 888.640.6400 or [email protected].
Halpern Travel Deposit Policy: An upfront deposit will be processed at the time of booking. This deposit is calculated on a nightly basis and deducted from the total group rate. The balance will be collected at the hotel upon check-in. This deposit is refundable if the reservation is changed or cancelled by 11:59 pm ET 30 days prior to arrival. After such time, the nightly deposit remains non-refundable and non-transferable to the remaining balance.
Halpern Travel Cancellation Policy: Cancellation of your reservation must be received at least three (3) days prior to arrival by 2 PM ET, or the hotel will charge an individual cancellation penalty of one (1) night room plus tax. All changes and cancellations need to be requested directly with the hotel once the individual penalty period begins. *Note- some individual hotels may require a more restrictive policy.
Halpern Travel Refund Policy: If an IWLCA Tournament Series event is cancelled for a reason beyond the control of the IWLCA – such as adverse weather, pandemics, acts or regulations of governmental authorities and any other similar circumstances – to the extent that the event cannot be held, teams will not be responsible for hotel reservations that are booked through Halpern Travel.
Sponsors & Vendors
If you are interested in becoming a Tournament sponsor or vendor, please contact Anna Hofmann at [email protected]
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Tournament APPAREL
Official tournament apparel for the IWLCA Capital Cup will be available for purchase on-site at the Approach Sport tent in vendor village.
