MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR JANUARY 17TH: THE 2026 BCJALL ENTRY DRAFT

by Sylvi Jenner

Looking Back: The 2025 BCJALL Entry Draft Recap

One year ago, the Langley Events Centre was buzzing as the future of BC lacrosse took center stage. The Langley Thunder entered the day with a clear mission, holding the first overall pick and a staggering four selections in the first round.

The #1 Pick: The Thunder called the name of Parker Doyle (Port Moody MLA) with the first overall selection. Doyle entered the draft with a high pedigree and immediately became the cornerstone of Langley’s rebuilding efforts.

Langley didn’t just stop at Doyle. They used their draft capital to snag Cody Todd (Ridge Meadows) at #2, Jacob Glass (Surrey) at #5, and Cole O’Callaghan (Port Moody) at #8.

Other First Round Stars: The New Westminster Salmonbellies stayed local, selecting Cam Downey (Ridge Meadows) at #3. The Delta Islanders also had a massive day, picking up Levi Crooks (#4), Logan Hinton (#6), and Cole Samson (#7).

In total, 48 players were selected across six rounds, setting the stage for a competitive 2025 season where these rookies began making their mark on the Junior A landscape.

the 2026 BCJALL Entry Draft

The next chapter begins this month! The BCJALL returns to the Langley Events Centre for the 2026 Junior A Entry Draft, where the best 17U graduating players from across BC will find their new homes.

Event Details:

  • When: Saturday, January 17th, 2026

  • Time: 1:00 PM PST

  • Where: Langley Events Centre (In-Person)

  • Live Stream: For those who can’t make it to the LEC, a live stream will be provided. Watch for the link to be posted on BCJALL.com and social media in the next few weeks. 

With the 2025 season in the books, teams are looking for that "missing piece" to help them on the road to the Minto Cup. Will your team trade up for a franchise-altering talent? Or will they find a late-round gem like we’ve seen so many times before?

Mark your calendars—the future of BC lacrosse arrives January 17th!