2017 Make-up Training Sessions

Bill Powell will be conducting a make-up training for returning officials (this included those officials who are transferring from another association) on Monday January 23. The training will cover the 2017 rules changes, points of emphasis, foul recognition and administration, and dealing with coaches. Greg Hite will conduct the make-up session for rookie officials on Saturday, January Read More …

2017 Preseason Training at Pope HS

2017 Training at Pope HS The GLOA Board works hard to ensure that members receive the best training possible as well as regular observation and feedback.  Our goal is to empower officials who work at honing their craft, assist them to incorporate new skills and strategies as well as to provide members with opportunities to Read More …

Risk Minimization Addressed in 2016 Rules Changes

  In an effort to minimize the risk of injury, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Boys Lacrosse Rules Committee recommended six rules changes, including only allowing the goalkeeper to be located in the crease. All 2017 boys lacrosse rules changes recommended by the committee at its July 18-20 meeting in Indianapolis were subsequently approved by the Read More …