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 …

Fall Adult Training Class August 23rd at Marist

GLOA will hold a training class for anyone wishing to become a GHSA high school lacrosse official on August 23, 2014 at The Marist School 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30319. The class will run from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Participants will spend a full day in the classroom and will work weekly games with Read More …

GHSA Boys Lacrosse 5A and 6A Finals Crews

Congratulations to the teams for reaching the finals and for the officials who have been selected to work the games.GLOA officials may attend the games free of charge by presenting their  GAOA cards at the gate.A-AAAAA Lovett will host Northview on Saturday at 4:00 pm.Lovett Stadium4075 Paces Ferry Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30327   Referee: Patrick Read More …