Registration for Spring 2017

The spring season is just 38 days away and the registration deadline is January 7, 2017. Please note that January training dates have already been announced.all officials are required to pass a background checks every three years. Here is the procedure for registering to work this 2017 Spring Season with GLOA.

Pre-Season Fitness

A few years ago at a US Lacrosse LAREDO training, I heard, “You don’t ref lacrosse to get in shape; you get in shape to ref lacrosse.” This advice is something I never forgot.  All of us are busy with work, family, and other commitments.  Many of us officiate other sports.  But I think we Read More …

US Lacrosse Announces New Youth Rules

SPARKS, Md. —The US Lacrosse Board of Directors recently approved boys’ youth lacrosse rules that align with the Lacrosse Athlete Development Model (LADM). The new rules are based on the core values of the LADM, which are to encourage skill development and grow participation by promoting a safe and fun playing environment through developmentally appropriate Read More …