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This summer we entered a whole new chapter of sports mom life — travel lacrosse.
If you are new to the travel lacrosse world like we were, let me paint you a picture. You pack up the whole family on a Friday night, drive to a location you have never been, set up camp on a series of fields that may or may not have any shade, and spend the entire weekend watching your son play in conditions ranging from blazing hot sunshine to a complete downpour — sometimes on the same day.
Oh, and you brought your other two kids along for the ride. And approximately one thousand bags.
We have learned a lot this summer about what you actually need to survive a lacrosse tournament weekend — and almost all of it came from Amazon. These are the 12 finds that have made our tournament weekends not just survivable but actually enjoyable. If your son or daughter plays travel lacrosse, save this post right now.
Keeping Cool — Because Tournament Fields Are HOT
1. SWEETFULL Portable Misting Fan — USB Rechargeable
This little fan has become one of the most fought-over items in our tournament bag. It folds 180 degrees so it is easy to pack, has three speeds, a 30ml water tank that actually mists, and charges via USB so you never need batteries. Hand it to a hot kid on the sideline, use it yourself while you are watching from the stands, or keep it in the wagon for whoever needs it most. A total summer tournament game changer.
2. Sukeen Cooling Towels 4 Pack (40″x12″)
Four cooling towels in one pack means everyone gets one — the player, the siblings, and yes, mom too. You wet them, wring them out, and the cooling effect is instant and lasts for hours. We drape them around necks between games and they make a genuinely noticeable difference in hot weather. Soft, breathable, and easy to re-wet throughout the day. A must have for any summer outdoor sports family.
3. Sun Bum Kids SPF 50 Clear Face Stick — Travel Size
Sunscreen that goes on clean, does not leave a white cast, works on wet or dry skin, and is small enough to fit in any bag. This Sun Bum kids face stick is our go-to for tournament weekends because it is easy to swipe on quickly between games without a fuss — even on kids who hate having sunscreen applied. Hawaii Act 104 compliant which means it is formulated without the harsh chemicals. One for the player, one for the kids, and honestly one for mom too.
4. O2COOL Mist ‘N Sip 2-in-1 Misting Water Bottle — 20 oz (Lacrosse)
This one is specifically for the player and it is brilliant. It is a regular pull top water bottle AND a face mister in one — your son can sip from it normally or hit a button to mist his face with cool water between plays. It even comes in a lacrosse design which our son absolutely loves. Keeping players hydrated AND cool during hot tournament days is so important and this bottle does both in one. A must have for the lacrosse bag.
5. Gorich Pop Up Baby Beach Tent — UPF 50+ UV Protection
This pop up shade tent has been one of the most practical things we brought to tournaments this summer — and here is why. It is lightweight, folds down in seconds, and gives our toddler a shaded protected spot both during games and between them. She sits inside with her toys and plays comfortably in the shade while we watch from the sideline — no squinting in the sun, no overheating, just a happy toddler in her own little cool space. It also works perfectly at the beach and in the backyard so it earns its keep all summer long.
Field Day Essentials — Get Your Gear From the Car to the Field
6. Originsure 48″ Collapsible Wagon — 560 lb Capacity
If you take one thing from this entire post let it be this — get a wagon. A good one. This Originsure wagon holds up to 560 lbs, has large all-terrain wheels that handle grass and gravel fields without getting stuck, and folds completely flat when you are done. We use it to haul everything from the car to the field — chairs, coolers, bags, snacks, all of it in one trip. But the best part? When our toddler is exhausted between games she climbs in and naps right there in the wagon. Game changer does not even cover it.
7. PORTAL Oversized Folding Chair — Supports 400 lbs
We talked about this chair in a previous post and it belongs in this one too because it is THAT good. If you are going to spend an entire weekend sitting on the sidelines of multiple lacrosse fields you need a chair that is actually comfortable — not a flimsy folding chair that leaves your back aching by game two. High back, hard armrests, built in cup holder, and it supports up to 400 lbs. Packs into a carry bag and goes right in the wagon. The best sideline investment you will make this season.
8. Repel Windproof Travel Umbrella — Withstands Up to 100 MPH Winds
Here is something nobody tells you about lacrosse before you sign up — it is played in all weather. Rain, wind, cold, heat, and everything in between. The only thing that stops a lacrosse game is lightning — everything else and that game is happening. This Repel travel umbrella is the one you want because it is compact enough to fit in a backpack or the side of the wagon but sturdy enough to actually withstand serious wind without flipping inside out. Auto folding, lightweight, and genuinely reliable. You will thank yourself the first time a surprise downpour rolls through mid-tournament and everyone else is scrambling while you are already covered.
Player Gear — For Your Lacrosse Player Specifically
9. BBTO 20 Pack Mouthguards — Youth & Adult
If you have a lacrosse player you already know. They lose mouthpieces the way other kids lose socks — constantly, mysteriously, and always right before a game. Buying them one at a time is a losing battle. This 20 pack of no-boil mouthguards means you have backups for the backups and you will never be scrambling on the sideline before a game again. They work for basketball, hockey, and wrestling too so they get used all season long. Buy the 20 pack. Trust me.
10. Sneaker Balls Odor Fighting Fresheners — 6 Pack
A lacrosse bag after a full tournament weekend has a very specific smell. If you know you know. These Sneaker Balls go right inside the bag, the cleats, the helmet — anywhere the smell lives — and actually fight the odor instead of just masking it. The 6 pack means you have enough for the whole bag setup and they last for months. A small thing that makes coming home after a tournament weekend significantly more pleasant for everyone in the car.
Mom and Family Essentials — Because Everyone Needs These
11. Touchland Hand Sanitizer Spray — Juicy Trio Set
Tournament facilities mean porta potties, concession stands, shared equipment, and kids touching every surface imaginable. Touchland hand sanitizer smells amazing, hydrates instead of drying your hands out, and is small enough to clip onto any bag or toss in a pocket. The trio set means you can keep one in the wagon, one in your bag, and one in the car. A non-negotiable for any tournament weekend with kids.
12. OxiClean Max Force Travel Size Stain Remover — 2 Pack
Lacrosse uniforms and grass stains are basically inseparable. But it is not just the player — my daughters come home from running around tournament facilities with mystery stains on everything they are wearing. This travel size OxiClean 2 pack goes straight into the tournament bag for exactly this reason — when the kids change out of their clothes at the end of the day I spray it directly on the stains right then and there. The best part? You do not have to wash it right away. It can sit on the clothes for multiple days which is perfect for tournament weekends when you are away from home and laundry is not happening until Monday. By the time you get home and throw everything in the wash the stains are already loosened and ready to come out. Small enough to pack anywhere, powerful enough to actually work. A must have for any sports family.
See You on the Sidelines
Travel lacrosse has been one of the best and most chaotic additions to our family’s summer — and having the right gear has made every single tournament weekend so much more manageable. Whether you are a seasoned lacrosse family or brand new to tournament life like we were this year, these 12 Amazon finds are the ones worth adding to your cart before your next tournament weekend.
See you on the sidelines — I’ll be the one with the wagon, the misting fan, and the toddler napping somewhere in the middle of it all.
Are you a lacrosse mom? Drop your must have tournament item in the comments — I am always looking for the next great find for our buckled and busy life!
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