2026 Fall Boys Lax Referee Training
The GLOA will hold a boys lacrosse training clinic this fall. This training is for NEW BOYS LACROSSE OFFICIALS; youth officials (rising sophomore-18 and still in high school), and for adults (18 and over and graduated from HS) who wish to officiate with the Georgia Lacrosse Officials Association. Click the button to the right to register! Read More …
2026 GLOA Game Guide
The 2026 GLOA Game Guide has been revised with the updated rules and mechanics. Initially written in 2014 with the aim of having a document that addressed basic positioning and mechanics for two-man games, as well as important situations such as the coaches certification, coin toss and national anthem, that are not usually covered in Read More …
GHSA Clinic and Test
All adult GLOA officials are required to watch the GHSA online rules clinic via the GHSA learning platform AND complete the 50 question NFHS rules exam via Dragonfly in order to officiate GHSA Varsity and Junior Varsity games during the regular season. Officials who do not complete these will only be assigned youth games and Read More …
Justin “Sam” Snow
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of GLOA official Justin “Sam” Snow. Sam was diagnosed with cancer and was recently moved to hospice care where passed away on September 2 surrounded by family. You can leave your condolences find information on helping the family at his Caring Bridge page. You can Read More …
NFHS Announces New Digital Platform
The NFHS is excited to announce the launch of NFHS Digital, its new mobile platform designed to provide officials, coaches and educators with instant access to its rules publications library. Available July 1 for iOS and Android devices, NFHS Digital offers a dynamic, searchable, and up-to-date library of official rules books, case books, officials manuals, Read More …
NFHS Announces 2026 Rules Changes
The National Federation of State High School Associations has announced boys’ and girls’ high school rules changes that will be implemented for the 2026 season. The changes were proposed during rules committee meetings last month and subsequently approved by the NFHS’s board of directors. USA Lacrosse collaborates with the NFHS on the rules for high Read More …
GLOA Quizzes: Rules 1-7
Once again, the GLOA will be posting resources to help members prepare for the required GHSA rules exam which will be available online via Dragonfly January 20 – February 9, 2026. All adult GLOA officials must take the GHSA exam. Adult officials who do not complete will be only able to work youth games and Read More …
Dragonfly: GHSA Adult Registration for Spring 2025
GHSA is using the Dragonfly application for registration this year. In addition to managing registration, the application will be used by GLOA for testing, background checks, and requesting a GHSA Game Pass card. Registration of all GHSA officials for the 2025 spring season is currently open. ACTION REQUIRED: All adult GLOA officials who plan to Read More …
2024 Rule Changes, Video, Webinar, and Edits
The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and USA Lacrosse have announced boys’ rules changes that will be effective for the 2024 youth and high school seasons. USA Lacrosse and the NFHS collaborate annually on rule changes. See the 2024 NFHS Rules Video here Watch the last USA Lacrosse Webinar here. 2024 Rulebook Read More …
2023 NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes
The NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Committee has released rules changes for the 2023 season that address three major areas: – field markings, equipment requirements and officiating. A total of nine rules changes were approved by the Board of Directors following the committee’s annual rules meeting held July 16-18 in Indianapolis. Note text that has been Read More …
Michael Breschi Scholarship Applications Due July 15
USA Lacrosse is now accepting applications for the Michael Breschi Scholarship, awarded annually to two graduating high school seniors who plan to attend college and are the child of an active lacrosse coach or official. Established in 2007 in memory of Michael Breschi, the scholarship honors his legacy and impact on the game. This is Read More …
2026 Election Results
Thank to all of the candidates who ran for positions on the GLOA Board and please join us all in thanking Julius and Mike for their service to the Board!. All of us appreciate the work you do and your willingness to serve the members of the association. And thank you to the 88 GLOA members Read More …
2026 Awards and Championship Crews
The GLOA held its end of season banquet where we presented the 2026 association awards. Thank you to all who were able to attend. Special thanks to Ray Stubblefield for putting together a great event! Luis Diaz Road Warrior Award Jesse Jordan Iron Man Award Zac Blye Kevin Moore Memorial Rookie of the Year Award Read More …