The Nick Kehoe Invitational is one of the most anticipated lacrosse tournaments on the calendar, bringing together competitive teams and passionate players from across Europe. Whether you're a seasoned competitor at the event or you are playing for the first time, this tournament offers an incredible opportunity to test your skills, connect with fellow lacrosse enthusiasts, and experience the intensity of high-level play.
Although spectators entry is free, Wilmslow do charge £5 per car per day parking, the money goes towards club junior development and coaching in local schools.
This year's tournament promises exciting matchups, well-organised fixtures, and a vibrant atmosphere that celebrates everything lacrosse. Teams compete across multiple divisions, ensuring players of different skill levels can participate and challenge themselves. The tournament is known for its competitive spirit, fair play, and the camaraderie that develops between teams throughout the weekend.
Please find below the men's playing schedule.
NICK KEHOE INTERNATIONAL 2026 – SATURDAY 2 MAY & SUNDAY 3 MAY PLAYING SCHEDULE
CONFERENCE ‘A’ |
CONFERENCE ‘B’ |
CONFERENCE ‘C’ |
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APPROX TIME |
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ASTROTURF PITCH |
GRASS PITCH 1 (TOP RIGHT) |
GRASS PITCH 2 (TOP LEFT) |
GRASS PITCH 3 (SUMMER HOCKEY) |
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SATURDAY 10.00 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
Eire v Netherlands |
Dragons v South |
South Dev v North West |
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10.35 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
Yorkshire v Scotland White |
Scotland Blue v Switzerland U20 |
Midlands v English Unis |
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11.10 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
North West v Midlands |
Dragons v Switzerland U20 |
Scotland White v Eire |
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11.45 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
South Dev v English Unis |
South v Scotland Blue |
Yorkshire v Netherlands |
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12.20 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
Scotland Blue v Dragons |
English Unis v North West |
Midlands v South Dev |
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12.55 |
PRELIMS (2 x 12 MINS) |
Switzerland U20 v South |
Eire v Yorkshire |
Netherlands v Scotland White |
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2.00 |
DIVISIONAL (2 x 15 MINS) |
7th v 9th (Plate A) |
2nd v 6th (Championship B) |
8th v 10th (Plate B |
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2.45
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DIVISIONAL (2 x 15 MINS) |
12th v 8th (Plate B) |
1st v 5th (Championship A) |
11th v 7th (Plate A) |
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3.30 |
DIVISIONAL (2 x 15 MINS) |
9th v 11th (Plate A) |
6th v 4th (Championship B) |
5th v 3rd (Championship A) |
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4.15 |
DIVISIONAL (2 x 15 MINS) |
10th v 12th (Plate B) |
4th v 2nd (Championship B) |
3rd v 1st (Championship A) |
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SUNDAY (APPROX TIME) |
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ASTROTURF |
GRASS PITCH 1 (TOP RIGHT) |
GRASS PITCH 2 (TOP LEFT) |
GRASS PITCH 3 (SUMMER HOCKEY) |
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10.30 |
ROUND 1 FINAL 4s (2 X 20 MINS) |
1 V 4 (Championship A) |
1 v 4 (Plate A) |
1 v 4 (Development A) |
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11.45 |
ROUND 2 FINAL 4s (2 X 20 MINS) |
2 v 3 (Championship B) |
2 v 3 (Development B) |
2 v 3 (Plate B) |
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1.00 |
3RD PLACE FINAL 4s (2 X 20 MINS) |
Loser B v Loser A (Championship) |
Loser B v Loser A (Development) |
Loser B v Loser A (Plate) |
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2.15 |
PLATE & DEVELOPMENT FINALS (2 X 20 MINS) |
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Winner B v Winner A (Development) |
Winner B v Winner A (Plate) |
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2.45 |
CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS (2 x 20 MINS) |
Winner B v Winner A (Championship) |
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CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTATION |
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Support your fellow players and embrace the competitive environment—tournaments like the Nick Kehoe Invitational are as much about building community as they are about winning.
Good luck to all teams competing this year!
