Applications open for '26-'27 cohort

Where elite players are made, not born.

Application-only, in-person training program for youth lacrosse players, co-founded by 2 active PLL professionals.

Leo JohnsonUtah Archers (PLL)
Leo Johnson in action
Xander Dickson in action
Xander DicksonNew York Atlas (PLL)
Our Mission

XD10 Academy

XD10 Academy cultivates elite lacrosse players by combining pro-level expertise, academic integrity, and character-driven leadership.

Our mission is to develop confident, versatile, and coachable athletes through high-intensity skill training, strategic game IQ, mental performance, and mentorship, preparing them for the next level and life beyond the field.

XD10's Five Core Commitments

01

Elite coaching

Deliver position-specific, evidence-based instruction grounded in professional and collegiate experience.

02

Player development

Accelerate technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical preparation with individualized plans.

03

Character & leadership

Instill characteristics like sportsmanship, academic responsibility, resilience, and team-first values.

04

Pathways to goals

Provide recruiting guidance, exposure opportunities, and college recruiting preparation resources.

05

Inclusive excellence

Foster a supportive, competitive environment where athletes of diverse backgrounds can thrive.

YourCoaches

Xander Dickson wearing a New York Atlas helmet and jersey
PLL PRO

Xander Dickson

Attack @ NY Atlas

New York Atlas logo
Leo Johnson in Utah Archers gear
PLL PRO

Leo Johnson

Middie @ Utah Archers

Utah Archers logo
Program details

Built for serious players

At XD10 Academy, Xander and Leo personally coach rising athletes, pushing them to become the best possible version of themselves on and off the field.

2

Active PLL

pros coaching

90

Academy

spots

6

Months

(Sep - Feb)

16

Sessions

(per age group)

Based in Stamford, CT

XD10 trains in Connecticut, the hometown of both Xander and Leo, and the place where their own careers began.

6 teams of 15

15 promising young athletes for each of the 6 teams within XD10, organized by age ranges and skill level.

Offseason focused

Program running from Sep-Feb, delivering a tailored training curriculum to prepare athletes for their in-season goals.

See how XD10 compares to other programs

What sets XD10 Academy apart

Other Programs

XD10 Academy

Instruction

General HS / College coaches

Instruction

Active pros- Xander and Leo

Group density

15+ athletes per coach

Group density

2 coaches per 15 athletes

Coaching feedback

Verbal / one-off

Coaching feedback

In-person & 1-on-1 video calls

Mental performance

Not included

Mental performance

OnePlay Development partnership

App access

None

App access

Year-round Athes access

Progression tracking

Loosely followed guide

Progression tracking

Personalized development program

* OnePlay Development and Athes memberships are included at no additional cost as part of XD10 Academy

This is what separates good players from the ones who actually make it.

Fewer athletes. Bigger access. A program built by pros who've lived it.

Pricing

One program. One standard

A full offseason of pro-led training, film sessions, mental performance coaching, and app access, built for athletes who are serious about reaching the next level.

Application steps

1

Submit your athlete's application, free of charge

2

Xander and Leo personally review every applicant

3

Accepted athletes receive an enrollment offer. No obligation to pay until you’re ready

$3,500

Per athlete | Sep-Feb | Stamford, CT

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Application is free - Payment only after acceptance

Your investment also includes:

Keys to success

Filmed sessions, individual progress evaluation & analysis, gear/merch/giveaways, and discounted private lessons

Year-round access to Athes

Daily drill videos and position-specific training through the Athes app, designed to keep athletes improving between sessions.

Subscription to OnePlay

12 mental performance zoom calls per age group, building the mental strength, resilience, and focus for success

Parent Recruiting Education

College recruiting panel by D1 coaches, covering recruiting cycle and how to develop youth athletes into top prospects

I didn't build XD10 to run another camp. I built it because I wish I'd had something like this growing up — a place where someone who had actually done it could sit down with you, break down your game, and tell you the truth. That's what this is."
Xander Dickson in a New York Atlas helmet

Xander Dickson

New York Atlas (PLL)

Lacrosse gave me everything — the discipline, the relationships, the drive to keep getting better every single day. XD10 is my way of giving that back. If I can help a younger player find that same love for the game and give them the tools to chase it seriously, that's what this is all about."
Leo Johnson in Utah Archers gear

Leo Johnson

Utah Archers (PLL)

Great players aren't found. They're built. If your athlete is ready to do the work, Xander and Leo are ready to coach them.

Application

Ready to train like a pro? Apply today!

Upcoming 26'-27' Cohort

Application deadline

August 7, 2026

Training begins

September 14, 2026

Preliminary Schedule (ET)

10th Grade

Sundays (5-6pm)

9th Grade

Sundays (6-7pm)

8th Grade

Mondays (5-6pm)

7th Grade

Mondays (6-7pm)

6th Grade

Tuesdays (4:30-5:30pm)

5th Grade

Tuesdays (5:30-6:30pm)

*Days/times subject to change.

Athlete's Information

(Required)

Guardian Information

(Required)

What is your motivation to join XD10 Academy?

(Required, 200 word limit)

200 words remaining

Frequently asked questions

Xander and Leo lead the program and set the training standard for every cohort. Depending on the week, sessions may be led by Xander, Leo, or approved coaches following the same XD10 development framework.

Stop wondering what you're capable of. Find out.

Your athlete's next level starts with one application.

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