Thank you for your interest in Biola University and our lacrosse team as you consider the next step in your academic and athletic journey. Lacrosse at Biola is more than just a sport—it’s a one-of-a-kind experience that will shape you for life, both on and off the field. I encourage you to explore all that Biola and our team have to offer and see how we might be the perfect fit for your college career.

As a Christ-centered team at a university rooted in faith, we strive to honor God in all we do. We pray together before and after every practice and game, often inviting our opponents to join us. While we pursue excellence and victories on the field, our ultimate goal is to glorify Christ through our actions, attitude, and teamwork.

Take the next step in your journey by exploring Biola University and our lacrosse program to see if it’s the perfect fit for your college experience. Better yet, plan a visit to campus and immerse yourself in the vibrant, Christ-centered atmosphere! If you’re ready to pursue lacrosse at Biola, fill out the Prospective Player Questionnaire below—I can’t wait to connect with you and learn more about your passion for the game.

– Coach Klett

Prospective Player Questionnaire

Dreaming of playing lacrosse at Biola? Fill out our interest form to get started, and Coach Klett will reach out with everything you need to know about joining the team and the recruiting process.

Click here to fill out our Prospective Player Questionnaire

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lacrosse a Varsity Sport at Biola?

We aren’t a varsity sport, but we’re committed to giving you a varsity-level experience as part of our team. Like most teams in the MCLA, we operate as a club at Biola. The main difference between club and varsity lies in the level of financial support provided by the university’s athletic department.

What Will My Time Commitment Be for Practices and Games?

In the fall, we practice three to four times a week. In the spring, we increase to four practices per week, along with games. The time commitment is about eight hours per week in the fall and around 10 hours per week in the spring.

How Much Does it Cost to Play Lacrosse at Biola?

Currently, players pay $500 in seasonal dues, which help cover conference and referee fees. New team members also pay a one-time $500 equipment fee, which includes custom gloves, a helmet, equipment bag, and team apparel. We never want financial hardship to prevent someone from joining, so we’re committed to working with each player to find a solution that fits their budget.

What is the Foundation of the Team’s Culture?

As a team and coaching staff, we are guided by four core beliefs that form the foundation of our culture. Each belief drives intentional behaviors that lead to outcomes we believe make a lasting impact both on and off the field. These cultural pillars are:

Play For One: we do everything for the Lord, leading to God getting the glory through us.
Relentless Effort: we never quit, no matter the circumstance, leading us to being tougher than any event we encounter.
Uncommon Commitment: we are always present with a purpose, allowing us to get better today than we were yesterday, and better tomorrow than we are today.
Team First: we choose to care about our teammates, leading us to trust and give our all for each other.

Why Would I Choose Club Lacrosse at Biola?

Biola University is a premier Christian institution, offering 47 different majors across eight schools. Although our team is classified as a club sport, our coaching staff is fully committed to delivering a varsity-level experience. Playing lacrosse at Biola offers a distinctive opportunity to grow academically, spiritually, and physically in a Christ-centered environment.

Does Biola Offer Scholarships or Admissions Assistance?

As a club program, Biola Lacrosse does not offer athletic scholarships and does not have influence over the admissions process. We encourage prospective students to visit https://www.biola.edu/admissions for more detailed information.

How Do I Visit Campus?

There are several options for touring Biola, including visitation events and personal tours. To find the event that best suits you, please visit https://www.biola.edu/admissions/visit for a full list of events or to schedule your personal tour. When signing up for a personal tour, please use the ‘Coach Appointment’ option to schedule a meeting time with our coach.

What is the MCLA?

The MCLA (Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association) is the governing body for men’s club lacrosse teams across the U.S. It provides a competitive platform for schools that don’t have NCAA varsity lacrosse programs. The MCLA allows student-athletes to compete at a high level while balancing academics and other commitments, fostering both personal and athletic growth.

Conference Quick Facts:

The Southwestern Lacrosse Conference (SLC) consists of seven Division 1 teams, six Division 2 teams, and seven Division 3 teams representing Southern California and Arizona. Biola currently competes in the SLC Division 3.

Our conference opponents include: Claremont, Cal State Fullerton, Cal State Long Beach, Moorpark College, Santa Barbara City College, and UC Irvine.

Alumni Impressions

Henry Beck, ’23

“I quickly found that lacrosse is a special form of competition. I think that without lacrosse I wouldn’t have the deep friendships I have today. Coach Klett provides an environment where what you put in, is what you get back. Biola lacrosse was so influential in building grit, hard work, and a fighters spirit. Biola lacrosse means the world to me.”

Jon Prichard, ’17

“I chose to play lacrosse at Biola because I wanted to surround myself with teammates who were strong physically, athletically, and spiritually. I wanted to be challenged in both sports and my faith. Biola offered the chance of playing against some of the biggest schools in California. It was the perfect place to grow into the leader I wanted to be both on and off the field.”

Scott Gamelson, ’13

“Biola Lacrosse was the most defining experience I had while at college. The friendships and tight knit community of this team created lifelong brothers. As athletes we always strived to win, but our main goal was to glorify God. Through our workouts, nightly practices, Bible studies, and games, we pursued that goal. This program, the leadership, and fellow teammates were, and will continue to be, a community for Christ in the lacrosse world.

Matt Hiett, ’09

“Getting to know other guys with the common goal of sharing Christ with others and working together for His glory was a major highlight for me (not to mention the love I gained for the sport of lacrosse and the high level of competition we faced). Watching my peers push each other through blood, sweat, and tears is a perfect example of iron sharpening iron, making each other better people and better players. The experiences I had in service and leadership as part of the club built hugely into the character that was developed in me through so many battles, many of which go far beyond mere wins and losses.”

Where have our players come from?

Our team is a global family! Biola Lacrosse players have joined us from 23 states and four countries—Japan, Mexico, China, and Canada—bringing diverse talent and passion to the field.