We are one FORCE!
Carolina Force Lacrosse exists to strengthen the fabric of our community through sport. Our programs provide more than athletic instruction — they offer connection, consistency, and confidence to children growing up in a region defined by service, transition, and resilience.
Through Effort, Attitude, and Toughness, we build better humans — young athletes who lead with character, compete with heart, and carry the values of confidence, community, and perseverance into every part of life.
Upcoming Events
Free Clinic RESCHEDULED
RESCHEDULED TO 31 Jan 2026
What: Try lacrosse for the first time, or shake off the winter rust!
Who: Boys and Girls ages 6–14
When/Where: February 7th, 1:00–2:30pm @ the National Athletic Village
Spring Rec
Starts Last week of Feb 26
What: A league focused on fun, fundamentals, and teamwork!
Who: U8, U10, U12, and U14 (boys and girls)
When: Mondays & Wednesdays starting the last week of February.
Free Travel Tryout
31 Jan 2026
What: A tryout for those ready to take it to the next level!
Who: Elementary, Middle and High School (boys and girls)
When: Spring/Summer 2026 Travel Teams. 12-1:00pm @ the National Athletic Village
Coach DiIonno
National Championship programs
Nationally ranked teams for 10+ seasons
Former NCAA Head Coach
NCAA All-American Committee Member
Developed 50+ Division I players
- Free Coaches Clinic 06FEB26
- Players Clinic 07FEB26 2026
- 10:00 – 11:30AM @ The National Athletic Village
- Shooting Clinic 07FEB26 – Boys & Girls in 7th–12th grade
- Immediately following Players Clinic
- Limited to first 20 registrants
Our Programs
Our programs empower players to master the game, embrace teamwork, and grow into confident leaders—on and off the field.
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We’re not just building lacrosse players; we’re shaping better human beings.”
Erik and Christie Rastello
Director: Carolina Force Lacrosse
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Last Call!! Sign up for a players clinic with Bob DiIonno! This Saturday from 10-1130an at the National Athletic Village! Come up your game with us!
Last Call!! Sign up for a players clinic with Bob DiIonno! This Saturday from 10-1130an at the National Athletic Village! Come up your game with us!
⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️
Our Free Clinic & Travel Team Tryouts have been postponed to:
📅 Saturday, Jan 31
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 National Athletic Village
Try Outs will be at 12
Same time. Same place.
Stay safe this weekend — see you soon, Force! 💪🥍
#CarolinaForceLacrosse #TeamForce
⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️
Our Free Clinic & Travel Team Tryouts have been postponed to:
📅 Saturday, Jan 31
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 National Athletic Village
Try Outs will be at 12
Same time. Same place.
Stay safe this weekend — see you soon, Force! 💪🥍
#CarolinaForceLacrosse #TeamForce
🌦️ Weather Watch 🌦️
We are actively monitoring the forecast and will continue to assess conditions with the best interests of our traveling families in mind.
A final weather decision will be made Friday morning (Jan 23) if not later this evening (Thursday, Jan 22)
Thank you for your patience and flexibility — safety always comes first. 🦅💚
🌦️ Weather Watch 🌦️
We are actively monitoring the forecast and will continue to assess conditions with the best interests of our traveling families in mind.
A final weather decision will be made Friday morning (Jan 23) if not later this evening (Thursday, Jan 22)
Thank you for your patience and flexibility — safety always comes first. 🦅💚
🔥 CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYERS & SHOOTING CLINIC 🔥
Carolina Force Lacrosse is bringing championship-level training to the Sandhills with Bob DiIonno — a coach who’s done it at every level of the game.
🏆 National Championship programs
📈 Nationally ranked teams for 10+ seasons
🎓 Former NCAA Head Coach & All-American Committee member
⭐ Developed 50+ Division I players
📍 National Athletic Village
🗓 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 10:00–12:00
This clinic will focus on:
✔ Stick skills & fundamentals that translate
✔ Game-speed decision making
✔ Position-specific reps
✔ Exclusive shooting clinic (advanced reps & technique)
Whether you’re preparing for rec, travel, middle school, or high school season — this is a chance to train with purpose and learn what championship habits actually look like.
Shooting Clinic spots are limited.
Come learn. Come compete. Come get better.
#CarolinaForceLacrosse #PlayersClinic #ShootingClinic #LacrosseLife #BuiltByForce #NextLevelLax #GrowTheGame #ChampionshipMindset
🔥 CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYERS & SHOOTING CLINIC 🔥
Carolina Force Lacrosse is bringing championship-level training to the Sandhills with Bob DiIonno — a coach who’s done it at every level of the game.
🏆 National Championship programs
📈 Nationally ranked teams for 10+ seasons
🎓 Former NCAA Head Coach & All-American Committee member
⭐ Developed 50+ Division I players
📍 National Athletic Village
🗓 Saturday, February 7
⏰ 10:00–12:00
This clinic will focus on:
✔ Stick skills & fundamentals that translate
✔ Game-speed decision making
✔ Position-specific reps
✔ Exclusive shooting clinic (advanced reps & technique)
Whether you’re preparing for rec, travel, middle school, or high school season — this is a chance to train with purpose and learn what championship habits actually look like.
Shooting Clinic spots are limited.
Come learn. Come compete. Come get better.
#CarolinaForceLacrosse #PlayersClinic #ShootingClinic #LacrosseLife #BuiltByForce #NextLevelLax #GrowTheGame #ChampionshipMindset
Thank you @fayettevillemarksmen for hosting us tonight!! We had so much fun!! Can’t wait to come back! #letsgomarksmen #carolinaforcelax #oneforce
Thank you @fayettevillemarksmen for hosting us tonight!! We had so much fun!! Can’t wait to come back! #letsgomarksmen #carolinaforcelax #oneforce
🏒 Hype + Community
SPIRIT NIGHT TONIGHT!
FEVOGM.COM/CarForceLax
Join us at the Crown Coliseum as the Marksmen take on the Knoxville Ice Bears!
Grab your seats, cheer loud, and help support Carolina Force Lacrosse 💚🦅🥍
FEVOGM.COM/CarForceLax
🎟️ $17 tickets
⏰ 6PM puck drop
📍 Crown Coliseum
Let’s PACK THE HOUSE! 💪🔥
#CarolinaForce #ForceFamily #MarksmenHockey #SpiritNight
🏒 Hype + Community
SPIRIT NIGHT TONIGHT!
FEVOGM.COM/CarForceLax
Join us at the Crown Coliseum as the Marksmen take on the Knoxville Ice Bears!
Grab your seats, cheer loud, and help support Carolina Force Lacrosse 💚🦅🥍
FEVOGM.COM/CarForceLax
🎟️ $17 tickets
⏰ 6PM puck drop
📍 Crown Coliseum
Let’s PACK THE HOUSE! 💪🔥
#CarolinaForce #ForceFamily #MarksmenHockey #SpiritNight
Who are we? Why do we show up? Check out the long version on INSTAGRAM.
We just wrapped our Spring ’26 Coaches Meeting, and this video shares exactly what drives us — our coaches, our families, and the young athletes we serve.
This is more than lacrosse.
It’s confidence, community, and connection in the Sandhills. #TeamForce #ForceFamily #GrowTheGame
Who are we? Why do we show up? Check out the long version on INSTAGRAM.
We just wrapped our Spring ’26 Coaches Meeting, and this video shares exactly what drives us — our coaches, our families, and the young athletes we serve.
This is more than lacrosse.
It’s confidence, community, and connection in the Sandhills. #TeamForce #ForceFamily #GrowTheGame
The Long Version. Who are we? Why do we show up?
We just wrapped our Spring ’26 Coaches Meeting, and this video shares exactly what drives us — our coaches, our families, and the young athletes we serve.
This is more than lacrosse.
It’s confidence, community, and connection in the Sandhills.
#TeamForce #ForceFamily #GrowTheGame
The Long Version. Who are we? Why do we show up?
We just wrapped our Spring ’26 Coaches Meeting, and this video shares exactly what drives us — our coaches, our families, and the young athletes we serve.
This is more than lacrosse.
It’s confidence, community, and connection in the Sandhills.
#TeamForce #ForceFamily #GrowTheGame
Free clinic for middle school and high school girls at Wild Tide Lacrosse, Feb 1st! Coached from Brevard, Pheiffer and Greensboro! Draw specialists in attendance! #letsgo #carolinaforcelax #wildtidegirlslax #growthegame
Free clinic for middle school and high school girls at Wild Tide Lacrosse, Feb 1st! Coached from Brevard, Pheiffer and Greensboro! Draw specialists in attendance! #letsgo #carolinaforcelax #wildtidegirlslax #growthegame
Join us this weekend at the hockey game! @fayettevillemarksmen #carolinaforcelax
A HUGE thanks to @usalacrosse for hooking us up with boxes full of sticks. These will be used as loaner sticks for our free clinics and play dates! Come check out our free clinic on January 24. 70+ kids and counting. Spring registration is live! 🔥🔥🔥#growthegame #carolinaforcelax #playlocal #laxinthepines
A HUGE thanks to @usalacrosse for hooking us up with boxes full of sticks. These will be used as loaner sticks for our free clinics and play dates! Come check out our free clinic on January 24. 70+ kids and counting. Spring registration is live! 🔥🔥🔥#growthegame #carolinaforcelax #playlocal #laxinthepines
