The European Lacrosse Championships began in 1995, the same year as the founding of the

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(ELF), to determine the best national

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team of

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. The men's tournament was held that first year, with the

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following in 1996. Through 2001, the Championships were annual events. Since 2004 the men's tournament has been held every four years. The women have played in 2003, 2004, 2008, 2012 and 2015.

Men's competition

Finals

Performances by team

Women's competition

Finals

Performance by team

References

* * {{European Championships Recurring sporting events established in 1995 Quadrennial sporting events 1995 establishments in Europe Women's lacrosse competitions