Good, Close or Dang! How to Conduct a Stick Check

Most players, coaches, fans and often times new officials, do not completely understand what the somewhat ominous gathering of officials at midfield conducting a series of experiments on players sticks is all about.  This post will address the requirements for a legal crosse, types of checks conducted, the mechanics of conducting a check, the types Read More …

2025 Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes & Edits

Risk Minimization at Forefront of High School Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes June 26, 2024 Risk minimization – particularly as it relates to lost equipment during play, proper wearing of the helmet and appropriate instances for checking an opponent’s crosse – was the focus of the rules changes forwarded by the NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Committee Read More …

Become a Boys Lacrosse Referee!

If you love the sport or are just intrigued by it, and are willing to do what it takes to become an official, we are here to help you. GLOA has a nationally recognized training program. No experience officiating or with lacrosse is necessary.  You will be able to work lots of games, have the Read More …