2012 National ChampionshipsMay 14-19, 2012 - Greenville, SC

Tournament Selection

Both Division I and Division II seeds will be announced on May 6, 2012.

The MCLA DI and DII Men's Lacrosse Championship is a 16-team, single-elimination tournament. Each of the ten conferences will receive an automatic qualification for each division if they maintain the MCLA policy of at least six (6) qualifying teams per division in a playing season. The remaining teams for the tournament are selected by an at large process by a diverse committee approved by the Board of Directors at each summer meeting.

To be eligible to compete in the National Championship Tournament, a team must; (i) play a minimum of 8 MCLA sanctioned Regular Season games against different MCLA sanctioned teams, and (ii) be in good standing with the MCLA and its conference. Division I teams must play 8 games versus other Division I teams. Division II teams may play either Division I or Division II opponents.

All Division I teams must also play three distinct Out Of Conference (OOC) games versus Division I opponents and Division II teams must play two distinct OOC games versus Division II opponents to be considered for an At Large bid.

About Greenville, SC

Set among the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest corner of South Carolina, Greenville's vibrant community welcomes visitors to experience breathtaking views and Southern charm, Greenville has become one of America’s most talked-about destinations. Recently named one of “America’s Top 10 Downtowns” by Forbes Magazine, here are a few additional reasons why Greenville needs to be on your short list.

• We’re Accessible: Centrally located halfway between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA, it’s easy to arrive in Greenville by car – or air. New air service from Southwest airlines brings even more connections and low fares.
• We’re Affordable: Named by KPMG as the nation’s “Least Costly Mid-Sized City for Business,” and a “Top 20 Best Bang for The Buck” city by Forbes Magazine, you get so much more – for so much less.
• We’re Accommodating: With brand names you know and trust to boutique properties, our 8,500 hotel rooms are conveniently located and accommodating
• Things to do: See what Greenville has to offer by way of food and entertainment.

There is a new adventure around every corner in Greenville and something for everyone including diverse museums, thrilling outdoor recreation, shopping galore, fine eateries, great meeting space and countless places to rest your head after an exciting day in the Upstate.

Tournament Venues

Sirrine Stadium

Wenwood Soccer Complex

Hotels

We are pleased to announce EMCVenues as the official housing service company for the MCLA 2012 National Championship being held in Greenville, SC (see information below about Greenville, SC). They will provide athletes, teams, spectators, and parents traveling to the event with hotel accommodations that are closest to the venue and at especially good rates. You can also make your reservation requests right here by clicking on the registration link provided below. You will receive instant communication that your hotel selection is being processed. Once your hotel location is confirmed, teams will submit their rooming list, and make all changes online. It’s that easy and quick. Their reservation staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and available to assist you in making all your hotel reservation needs.

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Spectator and Parents Reservation

To reach one of the EMCVenues staff directly, please call the MCLA Team Reservation Hotline at 800-899-5219