ÉIRE
Connecting the Global Irish Diaspora Through Lacrosse
Whether you grew up in Boston, Toronto, Melbourne, or Buenos Aires — if you have Irish roots, there's a green jersey waiting for you. Ireland Lacrosse's ÉIRE programme connects the global Irish diaspora back to the island through the sport they love.
ÉIRE players come from across the globe
Major Events
Two flagship events form the backbone of the ÉIRE annual calendar.
LAXNAI
World's Largest International Box Lacrosse Tournament
LAXNAI is the world's largest international box lacrosse tournament, held annually each September in Utica, New York. Ireland Lacrosse fields ÉIRE teams across multiple divisions, giving diaspora players the chance to compete internationally while being assessed by national team coaches for senior box selection.
- Annual September event in Utica, New York
- Divisions: Men's, Women's, U-18 Boys, U-15 Boys & Masters (35+)
- 34+ teams representing nations from across North America and beyond
- ÉIRE squads assessed by Ireland Lacrosse national team coaches
- Key identification event for Senior Box national team selection
LAXNAI
World's Largest International Box Lacrosse Tournament
"ÉIRE teams competing against the world's best — your chance to pull on the green jersey."
Heritage Cup
40+ Nations. 8 Divisions. One Weekend.
The Heritage Cup is a flagship international lacrosse tournament bringing together 120+ teams from 40+ countries across eight divisions. It is typically held over Memorial Day weekend each year. Ireland Lacrosse fields ÉIRE teams across all eight categories, making it one of the broadest showcases of Irish diaspora talent in the sport.
- 2026 event: 22–25 May, Rider University, New Jersey
- Ireland competes in all 8 divisions: Men's, Women's, U-19 Boys & Girls, U-15 Boys & Girls, U-13 Boys & Girls
- 120+ teams representing 40+ nations
- Every team guaranteed a minimum of 5 games
- Celebrates the global Irish community through lacrosse
Heritage Cup
40+ Nations. 8 Divisions. One Weekend.
"ÉIRE competes across every category — from U-13 to senior — on the world stage."
Programme Leadership
Heritage Director
Ready to Wear the Green?
If you have Irish roots, we want to hear from you. Reach out to Kathleen and take the first step towards connecting with your Irish roots through lacrosse.