For Diaspora Players

Represent Latvia

Combine your Latvian heritage with top-level lacrosse on the World stage.

Who is Eligible?

World Lacrosse Rules

According to World Lacrosse rules, the national team can be represented not only by citizens, but also by players with "Heritage" status:

Parents or grandparents born in Latvia.
Valid Latvian passport or citizenship (dual citizenship).
Residence in Latvia for an extended period.

Playing Level

We are looking for motivated players who play in college (NCAA, NAIA, WCLA) or other club systems and want to invest their experience in the development of the Latvian national team.

You don't have to be born in Latvia to become a key part of the national team!

Why Join?

International Level

Play against the strongest countries in Europe and the World in official World (Wroclaw 2026) and European championships.

Your Roots

Build a stronger connection with your family history, explore the culture and find a community of like-minded people across the ocean.

Sports Development

Use your experience from the US or other major regions to develop girls' and women's lacrosse in Latvia.

Meet the Players

Rachel Lasda

Rachel joined the national team in 2013 to honor her Latvian roots. In the US, she is an inspiring science teacher and high school head coach in New Jersey. Her dedication was recently recognized with her induction into the Upstate Lacrosse Hall of Fame.

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Jamie Lasda

Jamie, representing Ohio State University, was the offensive leader for the Latvian national team at the 2022 World Championship, scoring 17 goals and 22 points, including the game-winning goal against Sweden.

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Penikis Sisters

Sisters Suzanna and Kristina Penikis bring fresh energy and leadership from their US college lacrosse experience. Raised with Latvian lullabies, representing their grandparents' homeland on the world stage is a tremendous honor for them.

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Heritage Cup (ASV)

Heritage Cup is a unique tournament in North America that has become an annual or periodic meeting place for our diaspora girls. Fresh talents are tested and team bonds are built here!

Official Website

Apply Now!

Esi daļa no Latvijas field vai sixes lacrosse kodola!