Men's Lacrosse National Invitational
NAIA Championship Host Manual & Style Guide
Event Name: |
NAIA Men's Lacrosse National Invitational |
Seeking Site For: |
2026 & 2027 |
Bid Deadline: |
June 1, 2025 |
Bid Packet: |
Bid Packet will be posted August 2024. |
Rights Fee: |
$2,500 (minimum) |
Dates: |
May 13-16, 2026; and May 12-15, 2027 |
Days of the Week: |
Wednesday-Saturday |
Estimated Number |
200-250 Athletes |
Facility Requirements: |
Provide a lacrosse facility that meets the standards and approval of the NAIA with two primary championship fields, auxiliary field, and practice fields, adequate spectator seating, lights, electronic scoreboard, press box, concession stands, restrooms, signs, and water coolers. Provide a minimum of four (4) practice fields at the stadium complex or easily accessible, meeting the standards and approval of the NAIA. These facilities must be available to schedule team workouts and practice sessions before and during the event. Provide press box personnel necessary for the administration of the games, including public address announcers, scorekeepers, statisticians, scoreboard operators, and personnel to prepare results and update brackets to media, coaches, etc. It shall be equipped with wireless internet, 2 separate wired connections, and a wireless network printer. |
Hotel Requirements: |
Centralized property capable of accommodating several meetings and a banquet for 200-400 people, with preference for properties that can house all 8 teams. |
Average Length of Stay: |
5-6 nights |
Room Block Needed: |
240 - 250 |
Room Rate: |
The price range is $99-$135, regardless of room occupancy |
Hotel Pre-Registration: |
Participants will work directly with the hotel to make reservations and submit payment. |
Contact: |
Brian Lewis, Championship Sport Manager |