Training
The GLOA provides training to anyone interested in becoming a lacrosse official in either the Youth or High School levels.
Adult Training Opportunity
Two Classroom Options:
Saturday June 1: 09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
Sunday June 2: 09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
NOTE that there is a limit of 15 participants per class
(lunch will be provided)
LOCATION: Perimeter area (400 and 285) – 5901 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd
Field Training:
Sunday June 9: 3 hours; morning or afternoon options
LOCATION: Marietta
This training prepares you to officiate during the summer and fall. Additional training will take place in January in preparation for the spring season.
US Lacrosse Membership is required.
FEE: $60 – includes GLOA summer hat, GLOA summer shirt, whistle, flag, lunch, training materials. You need to provide black shorts, low black socks, black shoes.
Youth Officials Training
Youth (U.S. Lacrosse Level 1) Training is targeted at officials with little or no experience in officiating men’s lacrosse. The GLOA focus at this level is to provide training for officials interested in officiating games at the sub-high school level. High school students and others interested in only officiating boys youth games may learn more about the Level 1 training here.
Adult Officials Training
High School (U.S. Lacrosse Level 2) Training sessions are held for prospective adult referees prior to the start of each lacrosse season in January and February. Completion of this training qualifies the trainee to officiate both High School and Youth boys games. Adults, ages 18 and older, may learn more about the Level 2 training here.
Note: High School level officials must be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school.