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 …

The Pregame

Check out this ongoing series of short discussions about officiating lacrosse at the high school level.  All discussions are about varsity lacrosse and NFHS boys lacrosse rules. If you are interested in posting or have an idea for an epsiode email us at [email protected]. Check out this seasons episodes and other helpful resources by subscribing Read More …

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

Film review has always played an important role for me as an official.  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 Read More …