Youth Lacrosse

Buffalo Bandits School Program

The Buffalo Bandits are proud to provide lacrosse instruction to local schools in a physical education setting. By registering for the program, schools can expect pro-level instruction from Bandits players, equipment if needed, and a ticket offer for all participating students.

Jr. Bandits Box Lacrosse League

The Jr. Bandits Box Lacrosse League is a great way for young players in Western New York to play at a high level against peers of the same age group. Plus, Bandits players devote their time to coaching teams in the league, so it’s a prime opportunity for young athlete to get pro-level instruction.

Jr. Bandits Tournament Team

The Jr. Bandits Tournament Team is an opportunity for Western New York lacrosse players to compete against other Jr. NLL teams in the Jr. NLL Championship every summer.

John Faller Memorial Award

The Buffalo Bandits are pleased to present the John Faller Memorial Award, which is given annually to a coach or administrator whose contributions to amateur lacrosse in Western New York positively impact all those who play for them.

Honoring WNY Lacrosse Champions

The Buffalo Bandits recognize the boys and girls championship teams from Section 6 and Monsignor Martin field lacrosse as well as the box lacrosse champions from the North American Minor Lacrosse Association. Athletes from each team are recognized on field at a Bandits home game.

High School Team of the Week

For the duration of the high school lacrosse season, the Buffalo Bandits select a high school team of the week. Each team of the week has a Bandits player join one of their team practices, giving some helpful tips to help up their games while also sharing their journey to professional lacrosse.

UCBLL

The UCBLL  provides American collegiate players an opportunity to improve their overall lacrosse skillset through box lacrosse, to compete for a national championship, and also increase their chances of one day playing in the National Lacrosse League (NLL).

Community Initiatives

Pride Month

As an organization, we are proud to support inclusion and acceptance in the game of lacrosse. Each year we work with local advocacy groups to celebrate Pride Month and make Banditland an accepting place for all.

Juneteenth

The Buffalo Bandits celebrate Juneteenth as an opportunity to learn from our history and raise awareness for causes and organizations that help bring about racial justice.

Every Child Matters

The Bandits are proud to support the NLL in its efforts to spread awareness and advocacy around Native stories and causes, especially as it pertains to the Every Child Matters campaign and the history of residential schools in the United States and Canada.

Africa Sticks

The Buffalo Bandits have teamed up with Africa Sticks to encourage fans to donate lacrosse sticks to players in Africa.

Theme Nights

Tucker Out Lymphoma Night

Tucker Out Lymphoma is our annual opportunity to raise vital funds for pediatric cancer care and honor the life of former Bandit Sean Williams’ son Tucker.

Native American Heritage Night

The Bandits will honor the indigenous history behind the game of lacrosse and celebrate the rich culture of our local native communities. The Bandits also offer an  opportunity to apply to their Native American Scholarship which is awarded to someone of Native American descent and residents of Western New York or Southern Ontario.

Hometown Heroes Night

Our dedicated evening to show support and appreciation for the local heroes who help keep us safe all year round.