Rhode Island's Premier Summer Boys Lacrosse Tournament

Riptide is New England's premier boys high school and youth lacrosse tournament, bringing together elite club and travel teams from across the Northeast and beyond for an unforgettable weekend of competition on the beautiful Rhode Island coast. Held July 17th & 18th, 2027 at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI, Riptide combines championship-caliber facilities, outstanding competition, and one of New England's most popular summer destinations to create a tournament experience unlike any other.

Just minutes from the beaches of Narragansett, Newport, and South County, Riptide offers players, coaches, and families the perfect opportunity to compete at a premier event while enjoying everything the Rhode Island coastline has to offer. Whether your team is chasing a championship or planning a memorable summer weekend together, Riptide delivers an elite lacrosse experience on and off the field.

Why Teams Choose Riptide

The Right Competition

Riptide attracts many of the top boys club programs from throughout New England, the Mid-Atlantic, and beyond. Competitive divisions are thoughtfully built to ensure every team plays meaningful, high-quality games against similarly matched opponents.

Premier Championship Venue

Compete at the University of Rhode Island, one of New England's premier collegiate athletic campuses. With tons of convenient parking, professional event operations and a world-class championship stadium, URI provides an exceptional championship setting for players and families alike.

The Ultimate Summer Lacrosse Destination

There's no better place for a July lacrosse weekend than coastal Rhode Island. Spend your time off the field enjoying the region's beautiful beaches, surfing, waterfront restaurants, fresh seafood, boutique shopping, and historic seaside towns including Narragansett, Newport, and Wickford Village. Riptide combines high-level lacrosse with one of the Northeast's best family vacation destinations.

Professional Tournament Experience

PrimeTime Lacrosse delivers professionally organized events featuring efficient scheduling, certified officials, real-time scoring, quality competition, and an atmosphere that players, coaches, and families look forward to every summer. From check-in through the championship games, every detail is designed to create an exceptional tournament experience.

Built for Recruiting

URI's ideal facility layout makes it easy for coaches to see every game. Purposeful scheduling of the high school divisions on as few fields as possible maximizes the number of coaches on your sideline!

Experience the Best of Summer Lacrosse

From the pristine local beaches to championship-level competition, Riptide captures everything players love about summer lacrosse. Join teams from across the country this July at the University of Rhode Island and experience what makes Riptide the perfect finale to your summer season..

Whether you're chasing a title, looking to get your high school athletes seen one more time, or simply looking for an incredible summer tournament destination, Riptide has everything you're looking for in a destination event to end your summer season.