The 2025 Hong Kong Lacrosse Open concluded on April 20 at the HKU Stanley Ho Sports Centre Complex, marking a significant milestone in the development of lacrosse in Asia.
This year’s event attracted a diverse audience and demonstrated the robust support from the government and a strong lacrosse community. Distinguished guests included the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration of Hong Kong, Cheuk Wing-hing; Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong, Mr. Vincent Cheng; Mr. Wong Po Kee, Honorary Deputy Secretary General of the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China; Mr. Philip K. Y. Mok; and Mr. Chris Jinno, Executive Director of the Asia Pacific Lacrosse Union (APLU).
Adult Divisions
In the adult divisions, both the Hong Kong, China Lacrosse Men’s and Women’s Representative Teams demonstrated their strength by finishing as runners-up. The champions were from mainland China and Japan, featuring many players who have represented their national teams in international lacrosse competitions before.
The men’s champion team, SLDL, completed the tournament without a loss, defeating Hong Kong 10-7 in the finals. Meanwhile, the women’s champion team, SELL, successfully defended their title with a solid 16-5 victory.
Youth Divisions
The Hong Kong youth teams performed consistently, winning championships in the U8, U10, and U16 men’s categories, while the Shanghai Lynx Lacrosse Club secured trophies in both the U12 and U16 women’s divisions.
Other teams from different regions also made strong contributions: the Chengdu Jiaxiang All-Star Team earned medals in the U8, U10, and U16 categories, while the CT Training Squad from Taiwan claimed second place in the U16 men’s category during their first tournament.
A Growing Community
This year’s tournament featured teams from different regions, including Japan, Singapore, and mainland China, highlighting the growing popularity of lacrosse across Asia. The participation of international teams not only enriched the competition but also built up the community among players.
Looking ahead, the Hong Kong Lacrosse Association (HKLAX) is committed to the ongoing development of the sport. The dual-track model of “school leagues and social clubs” has proven effective in nurturing young talent, and this year’s youth category saw nearly double the number of teams compared to last year.
Chris Jinno expressed his excitement about the potential for the youth category to become a fixed event in the region, emphasizing the need for continued growth and engagement.
In response, Mr. Raymond Fong, CEO of HKLAX, announced HKLAX aims to upgrade next year’s adult competition format from a ten-player system to a six-player international invitational tournament, attracting more elite teams from Asia.
For more information on joining the event next year to be part of the growing lacrosse community in the Asia-Pacific Region, please visit the HKLAX website or contact HKLAX here.
