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blue star academy

competitive

Lou Fusz Athletic Blue Star Lacrosse Academy

(competitive) • 10U, 12U, 14U & High School

The Blue Star Academy is an advanced travel team and technical training program within Lou Fusz Athletic (LFA) that is focused on the elite development of our most competitive lacrosse players. The Academy exists to identify top-performing middle school and high school players that strive to play at the collegiate level. Utilizing world-class indoor and outdoor facilities at Lou Fusz Athletic, Blue Star provides the necessary tools and resources for players looking to take their game to the next level.

girls & boys blue star tryouts - upcoming

Boys Evaluation
@ LFA Complex, Field 7
August 2nd & 7th

fall/winter tryout registration

Girls Evaluation
@ LFA Complex, Fields 7 & 8
August 3rd & 5th

fall/winter tryout registration

Blue Star Academy - Competitive Players

General Information

About The Program

The Academy continually challenges the players with a top-notch curriculum in a fast-paced, competitive atmosphere. Utilizing world-class indoor and outdoor facilities at Lou Fusz Athletic, Blue Star provides the necessary tools and resources for players looking to take their game to the next level. The staff is led by former collegiate and pro players that have transitioned into LFA's veteran coaches and bring a wealth of lacrosse knowledge and experience to our players.

BLUE STAR PROMISE: Our amazing staff and coaches will be there every step of the way to help you achieve your dreams of playing college lacrosse!

What's included

- The Most Passionate, Energetic and Knowledgeable Coaching Staff and Directors in St. Louis
- Position-Specific Coaching
- World-Class Indoor / Outdoor Training Facilities
- FREE SportsRecruits Profile (the best online recruiting software to communicate with college coaches and post film)
- Special Blue Star Uniforms, Gear & Apparel
- Tournaments & Showcases
- Weekly Practices & Trainings
- Weekly League / Game Play
- College Recruiting Nights
- Weight Training, Strength & Conditioning Programs
- Personalized College Recruiting, Mentorship & Advice
- Video Highlight Critiques & Help
- Free Trainer Services from The Young Athletes Center & St. Louis Children's Hospital
- Special LFA Partner Benefits, Resources & Discounts

player eligibility

Girls Blue Star Ages

HS (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026)

14U (2027, 2028) or 7/8th graders

12U (2029, 2030) or 5/6th graders

Boys Blue Star Ages

HS (2023, 2024, 2025, 2026)

14U (2027, 2028) or 7/8th graders

12U (2029, 2030) or 5/6th graders

10U (2031, 2032) or 3/4th graders

We follow US Lacrosse Age Guidelines, CLICK HERE TO SEE REFERENCE CHART

All Lou Fusz Lacrosse and SLYA League players are required to have a valid US Lacrosse Membership. If you have one, make sure it’s renewed and up to date.

equipment

Equipment:BOYS: helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves, cup, mouth guard and stickGIRLS: goggles, mouth guard and stickRecommended Lacrosse Store to Purchase Equipment in St. Louis: Ultimate Lacrosse (located at 141 & Manchester)

pricing

Prices vary based on age level and what season it is. This all depends on what tournaments and leagues each team attends.

Achievements

CHECK OUT our BLUE STAR GIRLS ACHIEVEMENTS (since 2020)

- 2023 - (2) Nike American Select Midwest Team Participants (2027 team)

- 2023 - (2) Nike American Select Midwest Team Participants (2026 team)

- 2023 - (1) Nike American Select Midwest Team Head Coach (Todd Dillon)

- 2023 - NGLL Host and Participants

- 2023 - (1) Under Armour All-America 150 Selection

- 2023 - (1) Elite 12 Western Showcase - Top 12 Player

- 2023 - (2) Team USBOXLA Girls National Team Selections

- 2023 - 1st Girls BOX team from MO to compete in USBOXLA Winter Nationals (Blue Star Elite)

- 2023 - Founded 1st Girls BOX Lacrosse Team in Missouri (Blue Star Elite)

- 2023 - New Balance National Cup Participants (Blue Star Elite)

- 2022 - NXT Fall Grand Prix Bracket Champions 4-0 (Blue Star Elite 2026)

- 2022 - Top Draw Tournament Champions (Blue Star Premier)

- 2022 - New Balance National Cup - District Central - HS Coach of the Year (Natalie Simpson)
- 2022 - (2 Teams) Qualifiers for New Balance National Cup (Blue Star Elite & Blue Star Elite 2026)
- 2022 - Route 66 Tournament Champions - HS AA (Blue Star Elite)

- 2022 - Route 66 Tournament Champions - 14U (Blue Star Elite 2026)

- 2022 - (2) Adrenaline Western Shootout All Star Team Selections

- 2022 - Adrenaline Western Shootout Champions Bracket Qualifiers (Blue Star Elite)

- 2022 - Adrenaline Western Shootout Champions Bracket Qualifiers (Blue Star Elite 2026)

- 2022 - IWLCA Champions Cup Bracket Champions - 4-0 (70gf & 15ga)

- 2022 - (1) Nike American Select 20226 Midwest Team Selections

- 2022 - (4) Under Armour All-America Selections on 2025/2026 Midwest Command Team

- 2022 - (1) Under Armour All-America Selection on Spotlight Force Team

- 2022 - Under Armour All-America Midwest Region Head Coach & Evaluator (Natalie Simpson)

- 2022 - (2) USA Lacrosse All-Americans

- 2022 - (6) All State Players

- 2022 - (30) 1st Team All-Conference Players

- 2022 - (13) 2nd Team All-Conference Players
- 2022 - (8) Honorable Mention All-Conference Players

- 2022 - (1) 2022 Under Armor Watchlist Class of 2024 Recipient

- 2022 - (13) College Commitments from Blue Star Senior Class of 2022 Seniors

- 2022 - 40-12-5 record in HS Elite Team Summer & Fall/Winter Tournaments

- 2022 - Sandstorm Finalists (Blue Star National Elite 2025/26)

- 2022 - NGLL Participants - first team from St. Louis to participate (Blue Star Elite 2026 & 2027)

- 2022 - SLYLA Champions In Every Top Age Group (14UAA, 12U, & 10U)

- 2021 - Route 66 HS Division Champions (Blue Star National Elite)

- 2021 - Brine National Cup Finalists - Game Nationally Televised on ESPN (Blue Star Elite)

- 2021 - Brine National Cup Midwest Qualifiers (Blue Star National Elite)

- 2021 - Laxtoberfest HS 2022 Division Champions (Blue Star National Elite)

- 2021 - Laxtoberfest HS 2022/2023 B Division Champions (Blue Star MW Regional Blue)

- 2021 - Laxtoberfest MS 2027/2028 Division Champions (Blue Star Premier 2027/28)

- 2021 - Laxtoberfest HS 2025 Division Finalist (Blue Star National Elite 25/26)

- 2021 - SLYLA Champions In Every Age Group (14UAA, 12U, & 10U)

- 2020 - Indian Prairie Showdown 14U Champions (14U Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Laxtoberfest 2023/2024 Champions (2024/25 Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Laxtoberfest Open Silver Division Champions (Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - KC Heartland Fall Classic 14U Champions (14U Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - KC Heartland Fall Classic 12U Champions (12U Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Great Pumpkin Shootout HS A Champions (Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Great Pumpkin Shootout HS B Champions (2024/2025 Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Great Pumpkin Shootout 14U Champions (14U Blue Star Premier)

- 2020 - Great Pumpkin Shootout 12U Champions (12U Blue Star Premier)

Contact Information

Lacrosse Directors

Questions about Blue Star Teams / Evaluations? Contact Us! Setting an exact time and date for a phone call or face-to-face meeting is recommended and encouraged.

Natalie Simpson
LFA Lacrosse Director of Girls Development // Blue Star Girls
Phone: 858-334-3099
Email: natalie.simpson@LouFuszAthletic.com