About Us
DEDICATION
A Lifetime Dedicated to the Game
to elevate and grow New Jersey, New York and Connecticut Lacrosse. The Lax Lab was formed after identifying the gap that exists between New Jersey Lacrosse players and traditional hotbeds. Our founder, Jules Heningburg, is a New Jerseyan through and through – a former Seton Hall Prep and Rutgers All-American, turned Professional All-Star. He knows the potential that exists in New Jersey. Most importantly, he has done it himself and wants to take others along for the journey.
The Lax Lab was formed after identifying the gap that exists between New Jersey Lacrosse players and traditional hotbeds. Our founder, Jules Heningburg, is a New Jerseyan through and through – a former Seton Hall Prep and Rutgers All-American, turned Professional All-Star.
RECRUITING
An Unranked Recruit
Jules would go on to play Big Ten lacrosse in his home state at Rutgers University. There, he would lead the resurgence of Rutgers Lacrosse to national prominence. The program would rise to the top of the ranks nationally and become a staple in the Big Ten.
Jules departed the team after four years of play as a Two Time Captain, All-Big Ten Player, All-American, and second all-time point scorer in the history of the program. Jules would go on to make history again as Rutgers’ highest-ranked professional draft pick. He was selected 7th overall in the 2018 Major League Lacrosse Draft and would go on to be drafted as the #38 pick to the San Diego Seals of the National Lacrosse League.
LEAGUES
From Juke Lab to the Premier Lacrosse League
Following college, Jules took his field skills to the masses by developing Juke Lab, his training system specializing in footwork and dodging on field.
In 2019, Jules would join the Premier Lacrosse League where he would go on to be a force in the league’s inaugural season starting as an attackman on the Whipsnakes. He would be traded to the Redwoods after three games where he led the team in scoring and points. He ended the season as Top 5 point scorer in the league, PLL All-Star, and a contender in the championship game.
SITUATIONS
Making the Most of EVERY Situation
After a tremendous season, Jules could not wait to play in 2020. With all the uncertainties that the year brought, the PLL was able to host a tournament season in a Bubble, however,Jules did not make the cut. Unfortunately, he tested positive for COVID-19 about a month before the season kicked off. Though he was asymptomatic, the lingering effects of the virus impacted Jules’ heart and lungs. He was uncleared to play and had to depart the Bubble and cheer on his team from afar.
Jules was especially eager to take the field, as he penned a powerful piece Standing at the Crossroads bringing to light his previously unaware background and story as a black player in the sport. Since then, he has worked to unite the Black Professional players, helping to establish the , and serves as the acting President. Their primary goal is to improve the diversity of lacrosse, specifically at the professional level, and create a more inclusive culture.
Not only did he commit to being a voice in advocacy, but he spent his time off focusing on launching Mission Primed. Taking notes from his journey, Mission Primed was developed to help nourish and enrich young men with the tools they need to excel both on and off the field. It is more than just a one-time experience for these kids, it is a mentorship and networking program that will follow them beyond their high school years.
Our Story
Jules began playing for the Maplewood, NJ recreation program at 7 years old. His drive and passion for the game led him to becoming a top New Jersey high school player, capping a career as an All-American at Seton Hall Prep. He would go on to become Rutgers Second All-Time Leading Scorer, and highest draft pick ever after leading the resurgence of the program as a two time captain.
Jules would go on to play Big Ten lacrosse in his home state at Rutgers University. There, he would lead the resurgence of Rutgers Lacrosse to national prominence. The program would rise to the top of the ranks nationally and become a staple in the Big Ten.
Jules departed the team after four years of play as a Two Time Captain, All-Big Ten Player, All-American, and second all-time point scorer in the history of the program. Jules would go on to make history again as Rutgers’ highest-ranked professional draft pick. He was selected 7th overall in the 2018 Major League Lacrosse Draft and would go on to be drafted as the #38 pick to the San Diego Seals of the National Lacrosse League.
After a tremendous season, Jules could not wait to play in 2020. With all the uncertainties that the year brought, the PLL was able to host a tournament season in a Bubble, however,Jules did not make the cut. Unfortunately, he tested positive for COVID-19 about a month before the season kicked off. Though he was asymptomatic, the lingering effects of the virus impacted Jules’ heart and lungs. He was uncleared to play and had to depart the Bubble and cheer on his team from afar.
Jules was especially eager to take the field, as he penned a powerful piece Standing at the Crossroads bringing to light his previously unaware background and story as a black player in the sport. Since then, he has worked to unite the Black Professional players, helping to establish the , and serves as the acting President. Their primary goal is to improve the diversity of lacrosse, specifically at the professional level, and create a more inclusive culture.
After years of training the Offensive Position with Juke Lab and success with Mission Primed - Jules decided to bring the best of both together to form Lax Lab. Everything we do stems from the Mission Primed methodology; from the way we communicate to the lessons he learns in on-field training sessions to the access, and support that he will have in our community. We know that players need more, because Jules needed more and still does, and we provide that access to our players.
After years of training the Offensive Position with Juke Lab and success with Mission Primed - Jules decided to bring the best of both together to form Lax Lab. This includes Defensive, Goalie and Live Reps training.
Lax Lab was founded as a natural extension of the success and experience that we have had when it comes to holistic mentoring and coaching with Mission Primed. Everything that we do at the Lax Lab stems from Mission Primed influence; from the way we communicate with your son, to the lessons he learns in on-field training sessions to access/reinforcement that he will have being a part of our community. We recognize that players need more, because Jules needed more and still does, and we provide that access to our players.
Some things we cover:
- Goal Setting
- Habit/Routine Development
- Sports Psychology/Mindfulness
- Nutrition and Recovery
- Film and More