Training – Georgia Lacrosse Officials Association

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

Posted onJune 1, 2019June 18, 2019AuthorGreg Hite

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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 more »

Film Doesn’t Lie: How to watch game film and get better as a referee

Posted onMay 24, 2019May 30, 2019AuthorGreg Hite

Film review has always played an important role for me as a referee. But the reality is, the regular use of film by lacrosse officials is a very recent phenomena. Ten years ago, the only teams that routinely filmed games were colleges and big time high school programs. If you were an up and coming more »

First Impression: Three Tips for Looking the Part

Posted onApril 17, 2019April 17, 2019AuthorGreg Hite

The initial impression that you give to partners, players, coaches and fans sets everyone’s expectations of how you will perform at your game. It can mask the fact that you are a rookie or establish that you are a seasoned veteran. The GLOA expects everyone to act in a professional manner at all times and more »