ERIE, Pa. – Gem City Lacrosse, hosted by Lax Bash, returns to Erie this Saturday and Sunday with games at the Erie Insurance Fields in McKean Township and Penn West University.
The tournament will feature over 50 boys’ and girls’ teams in 9U-18U divisions from Michigan, Ohio, New York, Ontario, and Pennsylvania.
“We are thrilled to bring the Gem City Lacrosse tournament back to Erie,” says Brian Kaminskas, owner of Lax Bash Tournaments. “This event is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to compete at a high level and for families to enjoy a weekend of lacrosse.”
Lax Bash has held tournaments in Erie County for the past three years, drawing more than 1,000 participants. It is committed to promoting lacrosse through well-organized, highly competitive events that prioritize positive experiences for young athletes.
In addition to lacrosse, the 22nd edition of the Don’t Give Up the Disc-Beach Ultimate Frisbee tournament, hosted by Erie Ultimate League Enterprises, will take place on Beach 11 at Presque Isle State Park this weekend. Games will be played from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday. Fifteen teams from Canada, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania will compete.
“The beach ultimate event is a unique and exhilarating part of our weekend festivities,” says Hayden Weaver, founder of Erie Ultimate League Enterprises. “It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Presque Isle while engaging in a fun and competitive sport.”
For more information about other events happening in Erie, visit eriesportscommission.com/events.
