Welcome to The Border Wars Box Tournament!
Border Wars Since 2015, Border Wars has been the OG of Midwest Senior Box Tourneys. As the original Midwest Senior Box Tourney, founded in 2015, we are excited to continue our tradition of competitive box lacrosse. Our tournament began in Indianapolis in the historic Irvington neighborhood at the Ellenberger Ice Rink, and we have since moved to various locations. We offer a unique and exciting experience for lacrosse players, providing a fast-paced game with tight spaces and intense physicality. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the sport, we welcome all players to join us in the ultimate competition. So, if you are ready to join us in our quest for victory, come and experience the thrill of Border Wars box tournament now!
When: December 12-13, 2026
Location: TOCA Soccer and Sports Center, Novi East.41550 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48375
Game Times:
Saturday – 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday – 9 am to 4 pm.
Eastern Time Zone. Doors open 30 minutes before the first start time.
3 Divisions!
1. Men’s Senior
2. Men’s Masters (33+)
3. Women’s Open (18+)
Format: We will play with modified NLL Rules for Senior and Modified CLA Masters (see rules tab). Each team will be guaranteed 4 games. Games will run from 9 am to 10 pm on Saturday and 9 am to approximately 4 pm on Sunday. Sunday will feature consolation and the championship games. Bearpaw customizes its bracket creation based on placement calls with program directors.
Team Fee: $1950 per team.
$250 deposit due upon registration / Balance is due November 1st. Contact us for multi-team discounts. Failure to meet the final payment deadline constitutes non-acceptance of the tournament registration and forfeits the tournament spot and deposit fee.
Questions? https://www.bearpawlacrosse.com/contact-us/
- Key Tournament Points
- Top Competition
- 4 Game Guarantee w/ some getting 5
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Turf Playing Surface
- 2 Doors Per Bench
- Photographer
Welcome to the Border Wars box tournament! This box tourney started in Historic Irvington at the Ellenberger Ice Rink, aka “The Barn,” in January of 2016. The Barn was an old ice rink that was used by the Indianapolis Checkers, who have since relocated to Colorado. While in Indy, the Checkers were part of the New York Islanders during their Stanley Cup dynasty. New dynasties are now being formed and toppled in the Border Wars!
Past Teams & Results
2025 Champion – K-OS
Runner Up – Fort Wayne Rivermen
2024 Champion – K-OS
Runner Up – Lakers
2023 Champion – K-OS
Runner Up – Cincinnati Winter Flying Pigs
2022 Champion – Detroit Hooligans
Runner Up – Columbus Coyotes
2021 Champion – Cincinnati Flying Pigs
Runner Up – Ohio Coyotes
2020 Champion – Milwaukee Muskies
Runner Up – Circle City Cross Checkers
2019 Champion – Cincinnati Winter Flying Pigs
Runner Up – Cleveland Daemons
2018 Champions – Cincinnati Winter Flying Pigs
Runner Up – Kenards
2017 Champion – Cincinnati Winter Flying Pigs
Runner Up – Cleveland Daemons
2016 Champion – Resolute
Runner Up – Letter Kenny
2015 Champion – Beaver Kings
Runner Up – Cleveland Daemons