youth lacrosse of minnesota youth lacrosse of minnesota 2015 coaches certification

Youth Lacrosseof Minnesota

2015 Coaches Certification

www.youthlaxmn.org

Overview

YLM General InformationYLM Operational GuidelinesYLM Player Boundary RulesYLM Coaching Information Certified Coach Coach Code of Conduct Discipline Policy The Role of the Coach Disciplinary Policy

Boys Lacrosse Rules of PlayResources

YLM General Information

YLM Mission Statement While placing the best interest of our participants at the forefront, our mission is to

provide a safe, fun and unified environment for the development and further advancement of youth lacrosse in Minnesota.

Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota is a not-for-profit organization2015 Season Boys youth lacrosse is organized by the YLM Girls are allowed to participate, but should be discouraged at the U-15 Division Girls youth lacrosse is organized by MSSLAX and all girls are encouraged to play in

this league (http://eteamz.active.com/msslax/)

YLM Operational Guidelines

Division cutoff is based on age as of August 31st of the preceding year U-9 Division - rules based on U-9 modifications U-11 A and B Divisions - rules based on U-11 modifications U-13 A and B Divisions - rules based on U-13 modifications U-15 A and B Divisions - rules based on U-15 modifications

• A Divisions are designated as competitive • All U9, U-11B and U-13B Divisions are designated as non-competitive and

intended for player development and multiple teams should be balanced.• Communities with 2 or more U-15 or U-13 teams must field at least one A

team, unless a YLM waiver is approved. U-11A teams are optional.

Multiple teams within any program should be balanced Each YLM Association is to determine the composition of their teams Keep in mind the spirit of fair play and the advancement of lacrosse in Minnesota

All players, coaches and officials must have a US Lacrosse MembershipOperational Guidelines are listed on the YLM website

YLM Player Boundary Rules

All associations within the YLM shall limit their enrollment to those players who reside within their community’s public high school attendance area as defined by local school district maps (defined as: Residing Community).

Exceptions May Apply. For Example: A player who has open-enrolled to a public school located outside the Residing Community. A player who does not have a YLM association within their public high school attendance area

must register with the nearest geographic neighboring YLM association, but may not displace a player from that Residing Community.

In addition, no more than 20% of a team can be made up of players outside the Residing Community.

Private Schools may form YLM teams

Waivers All players seeking to register with a YLM team outside their Residing Community, regardless of

reason, MUST obtain a YLM waiver prior to registration. Waivers will be granted only in special circumstances. Waivers must be submitted on a YLM Waiver form. Waiver will be reviewed, and approved or denied by the YLM VP of Operations.

YLM Player Boundary Rules (continued)

Violations Any association found to be in willful violation of this policy will receive a written

warning from the YLM VP of Operations. Policy violators will be required to correct their registration practices immediately. Failure to comply will result in ultimate expulsion from membership in the YLM, or such other sanctions as may be provided in YLM rules or as determined by the YLM board.

Appeals Members do have the right to appeal the decision of the Vice President by request at

a future YLM board meeting.

Certified Coaches

For the 2015 YLM Season, head coaches will be required to be YLM certified. It is strongly encouraged that all assistant coaches also become certified. The following items must be completed by a coach to be “YLM Certified”: Active membership of US Lacrosse Attendance at a YLM Certification Meeting or completion of MBSLA on-line training Completion of YLM Coach Code of Conduct - Online at YLM website Completion of Minnesota State Concussion training (association responsibility) Background check (association responsibility) Registration on YLM website Completion of the US Lacrosse Level 1 USL Online Training Course (by 2016)

Once all the above are completed, coaches will be certified by the YLMA Certified Coach must be present at EVERY game Failure to do so results in a forfeiture of the game Certified coaches are not tied to a team - if the coach is absent, another certified

coach can stand in, even if an uncertified assistant coach runs the game

YLM Coach Code of Conduct

As a member of US Lacrosse and a participant in Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota, all coaches are required to adhere to the following conditions: Coaches are to conduct themselves in a manner that “Honors the Game” of lacrosse.

This includes remembering the ROOTS of lacrosse: RULES - refusing to bend the rules to win OPPONENTS - a worthy opponent brings out your best OFFICIALS - show respect even if you disagree TEAMMATES - never do anything to embarrass your team SELF - live up to your own standards even when others don’t

The value of good sportsmanship, the concepts of fair play, and the development of skills should always be placed above winning

The safety and wellness of the players are of primary importance You must always be aware of the tremendous influence you have on your players and

strive to be a positive role model

YLM Coach Code of Conduct (continued)

YLM Coach Code of Conduct continued: You should demonstrate positive behaviors and reinforce them to your players,

parents, officials, and spectators You will demonstrate utmost respect for officials and reinforce that respect with your

players You should demonstrate a solid knowledge of both the national and local rules of

lacrosse, and will adhere to the rules in both the letter and spirit of the game Grievances or misunderstandings between coaches, officials, or any other involved

persons should be communicated through proper channels and procedures, never on the field of play. You will familiarize yourself with these channels prior to the onset of games

You understand that a violation of this Code of Conduct may result in a review by the Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota Board of Directors and a possible disciplinary action, including suspension

All coaches are required to sign this YLM Coach Code of Conduct on the YLM website before the start of the season.

US Lacrosse: The Role of the Coach

A Positive Coach: Is a positive motivator and refuses to motivate through fear, intimidation or shame. He

establishes order and discipline in a positive manner. Works to remain positive even through losing streaks. He recognizes that it is often

when things go wrong that a coach can have the most positive impact and teach the most important lessons. Regardless of the adversity involved, he refuses to demean himself or his players by resorting to fear, intimidation or shame. He always treats athletes with respect regardless of how well they perform.

Coaches for mastery rather than victory, which he sees as a by-product of the pursuit of excellence. He focuses on effort rather than outcome, learning rather than comparison to others.

Recognizes that mistakes are an important and inevitable part of learning and encourages an environment in which players are willing to risk making a mistake.

US Lacrosse: The Role of the Coach (continued)

A Positive Coach (continued): Sets standards of continuous learning and improvement for himself and his players.

He encourages and inspires his players, whatever their level of mastery, to strive to get better without threatening them. He is committed to becoming the best coach he can be and continually seeks to improve his own effectiveness.

"Honors the Game." He feels an obligation to the sport he coaches. He loves his sport and shares his love and enjoyment with his players. He feels privileged to be able to take part in his sport.

Respects opponents, recognizing that a worthy opponent will push their team to do their best.

Understands the important role that officials play and strives to show them respect even when he disagrees with their decisions.

Values the rich tradition of the sport and works to honor the spirit as well as the letter of its rules.

Demonstrates personal integrity and would rather lose than win by dishonoring the game.

YLM Discipline Policy

All disciplinary actions are to be initiated by the filing of an Incident Report which is located on the YLM website.Initial review will be conducted by the VP of League Operations, including an opportunity for all interested parties to provide information. The VP will have the authority to negotiate an agreeable resolution. Any such resolution will be presented to the Board at its next regular meeting for such action as it deems prudent. If the VP cannot negotiate a resolution, a complaint or report will be reviewed by the YLM Board as a whole at its next scheduled meeting, or earlier if possible. A decision will be based on the VP report and any other information that may be submitted. Consequences may range from a private admonishment to suspension for a game or a full season or more at the Board's discretion. Roster sharing at any division is not allowed

2015 Points of EmphasisViolent Collisions

Some body contact is permitted at all levels of boys’ youth lacrosse, with progressively more age-appropriate contact permitted as players become more physically mature and learn proper checking techniques. However, sports medicine research indicates that the severity of certain injuries may be reduced if a player can anticipate and prepare himself for an oncoming hit, and other sports medicine research indicates that peripheral vision may not be fully developed in many boys before approximately age fifteen.

Therefore, there is no justification for deliberate and violent collision by any player at any youth level, especially intentional player-to-player collisions with defenseless players (so-called “blind side” and “buddy-pass” checks), checks involving the head and/or neck, and excessive body-checks (“take-out checks”).

The 2015 NFHS Rules and US Lacrosse Boys Youth Rules more clearly define such violent collisions and in many cases increase the severity of the penalties that prohibit them. All participants must work together to reduce or eliminate such violent collisions from the game.

Therefore, US Lacrosse urges that:

officials apply these violent collision rules and utilize the more severe penalty options, and reminds them that body-checks that might be acceptable in high school play may be excessive in youth lacrosse, and should be penalized accordingly. coaches teach players to avoid delivering excessive or illegal checks, and support the officials when they penalize such checks.

2015 Points of EmphasisViolent Collision (continued)

Players, coaches, and spectators should exhibit the highest level of sportsmanship at all times. Unsportsmanlike conduct by coaches and/or players and/or spectators degrades the experience of youth players and erodes the integrity and appeal of the sport. Therefore, unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated. Obscenities need not be used in order for language to draw a penalty. Tone, intent, and body language can all contribute to unsportsmanlike conduct. US Lacrosse expects officials to enforce the Unsportsmanlike Conduct rules without hesitation. Coaches must model appropriate sportsmanlike behavior and promote good sportsmanship among players and anybody associated with the team, including spectators. In particular, coaches must support officials in maintaining an environment of civility and sportsmanship. Coaches and officials should be partners in providing the best possible lacrosse experience for youth players. Many people become officials because they value the game or want to support youth sports. However, nobody likes to be yelled at, and officials, especially younger and less experienced officials, may find the experience so unpleasant that they stop officiating. Lack of competent officials is one of the biggest barriers to responsible growth of the game.

2015 Points of EmphasisSportsmanship

Coaches and officials should be partners in providing the best possible lacrosse experience for youth players. Many people become officials because they value the game or want to support youth sports. However, nobody likes to be yelled at, and officials, especially younger and less experienced officials, may find the experience so unpleasant that they stop officiating. Lack of competent officials is one of the biggest barriers to responsible growth of the game.

US Lacrosse encourages leagues and local programs to utilize the Sideline Manager and Sportsmanship Card program, details of which can be found at www.uslacrosse.org under “Programs & Grants” in the drop-down menu from the “Resources” tab on the homepage. US Lacrosse initiated the Sideline Manager and Sportsmanship Card program to invest the lacrosse community with responsibility for making good sportsmanship the rule, rather than the exception, in the sport of lacrosse. When used in conjunction with the rules, the Sportsmanship Card procedures serve as an effective deterrent to abusive behaviors.

2015 Points of EmphasisSportsmanship (continued)

Boys Lacrosse Rules of Play

The game is to be played with the emphasis on the proper development of stick, team, and sportsmanship skills following US Lacrosse Boys Lacrosse Rules including the following:

The rules for all YLM games are US Lacrosse Boys Youth Rules with the Minnesota Youth Rules supplement that includes the US Lacrosse Youth Rules.

The YLM has worked together with other organizations that sponsor boys youth lacrosse to ensure the rules regarding play of the game are the same for all youth games.

Boys Lacrosse Rules of Play

It is highly recommended that every head coach have a copy of the 2015 NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Book and the Minnesota Youth Rules document at every game.

The rule book should be sent to you as part of your US Lacrosse Membership The Minnesota Youth Rules document (which includes the full text of the US Lacrosse

Boys Youth Rules) is available from the officials website (www.umloa.org) from the “Documents” page or you can use these shortcuts:

Full Rules bit.ly/mnboyslax2015rules

Age by Age Differences bit.ly/mnboyslax2015RuleDiff

YLM exceptions to the Rules of Play must be followed

Ejection Policy

Players, coaches or fans who are ejected from a regular-season game will be suspended for the remainder of that game plus the next two (2) games.

Players, coaches or fans who are ejected during post-season play will be suspended for the remainder of the season, including all State Tournament games.

Players, coaches or fans who are ejected and are unable to complete their suspension may be required to serve the suspension at the beginning of the following season or League, if applicable (MBSLA to YLM).

YLM/Minnesota Rules of Play Reminders and Exceptions

The National Federation of State High Schools (NFHS) Boys Lacrosse Rules and Minnesota Youth Rules (which include the US Lacrosse Youth Rules) governs all YLM play. Reminders and exceptions include: No 20 second defensive count at any age level No 10 second offensive count in the U-9 and U-11 Divisions YLM Points of Emphasis to be reviewed with your players

A player will “foul-out” of a game if they commit 3 personal fouls (1, 2 or 3 minute penalties) or accumulate 5 total minutes of penalty time from personal fouls (30 second technical fouls do not count toward fouling out).

No One-handed Checks – one-handed checks are always illegal even if merely attempted and no contact is made

No Take Out Checks - checks in which the player lowers his head or shoulders with the force and intent to knock another player to the ground are illegal

All Unnecessary Roughness penalties are non-releasable The penalty for targeting the head or neck is a minimum 2 or 3 minutes of

non-releasable penalty or, in serve cases immediate ejection Coaches are expected to review the rules document and instruct players accordingly.

YLM/Minnesota Rules of Play Exceptions (continued)

At the U13 and U15 levels teams may be warned to “Get It In/Keep It In” if the officials feel they are stalling. This is not enforced at the U11 and U9 levels.

At the U13 and U15 levels, the team leading will be required to keep the ball in the box once entered during the last two minutes of play. The official signal for this situation is“Keep It In” however it is the team’s responsibility to keep it in during the last two minutes even if the officials have not warned them.

Substitution horns are not used at any level of play.

If the goalkeeper receives a time-serving penalty, but the team does not have a second goalkeeper immediately available to take the field, the head coach of the offending team will choose a defensive player to serve the penalty. The player must have been on the field at the time of the call and it shall be a non-releasable penalty and double the regular time.

YLM/Minnesota Rules of Play Exceptions (continued)Game cancellations

Any of the following: head coaches, time keeper or officials can decide if a game should be canceled due to weather conditions

It is the home team's responsibility to identify a date and time when a game can be rescheduled and submit the request to the YLM Game Scheduler (there is a form on the YLM website to submit a Game Change Request).

Rescheduling of games must be done through the YLM Scheduler Interrupted or Delayed Games

If a game is interrupted or delayed but can still be played or restarted, the game should still end at the originally planned time. Example: A game is scheduled for 6:15 to 7:15 but there is a long delay for

an injured player. The game should still be concluded at 7:15 even if the full game time is not complete.

Example: a team arrives late for a game and it starts 15 minutes late.The game should be shortened to end on time.

A game is considered complete if play has advanced midway into the 3rd quarter of play

U9 Division Rule Modifications

The game is to be played with the emphasis on the proper development of stick, team and sportsmanship skills following NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules with the following exceptions: Play will be 7 on 7 including a goalie on a small-sided field Small field dimensions apply so there are no offsides No Body Checking - same incidental contact allowed as U11 Two Pass Rule Applies:

The offensive team is prohibited from shooting until the ball is declared “hot.” Once declared “hot,” the offense remains hot until the defense gains possession, a goal is scored, or the period ends resulting in a faceoff. It is a technical foul on the offense if they shoot and are not hot. Officials will declare a team hot when it has completed two passes without the ball touching the ground. Officials will verbally count “one” on the first complete pass and raise an index finger. Upon completion of the second pass, the officials will verbally say “Hot” (or “Two”) and briefly point in the direction of play. If the ball touches the ground after the first pass, the officials will verbally call “reset” and give the reset signal (circling one hand in the air) and start the process over.

U11 Division Rules Modifications

No Body Checking All penalties are time serving No 10 second count Incidental Body Contact is acceptable

Contact made on the field that is considered incidental by the officials is allowed Incidental body contact is defined as:

• Equal opposing pressure• Positional ground ball contact• Accidental collisions• Players are allowed to step in front of driving players in order to protect the

goalie It is the referee’s decision if contact was incidental - Safety First!

Game Format

Field Layout Standard NFHS field dimensions Seven (7) orange cones required

Corners of the field (4), midfield opposite benches (1), and sub area (2) U9 will play on modified fields

60 yards long x 40 yards wide with goals 10-15 yards from the side or end lines Parents and other fans must be on the opposite side of the field from players/coaches

Game Traditions Pre-game

Coin toss for U15 and U13 only, but ALL age groups will do Full Team line-ups Goalies shake hands Players shake hands

End of Game Yell a cheer to honor the opposing team End of game hand shake - remove equipment to shake opponent’s hands

Game Format (continued)

Game Format (4) 12 minute quarters - running clock 1 timeout per half - maximum 2 minutes long

Coaches must stay inside the coaches area during timeouts 2 minute intermission between first/second and third/fourth quarters 5 minute intermission at half Teams change ends to start each quarter No overtime - ties stand Face-offs begin each game unless there is a pre-game penalty Point Differential for U9 and U11 Divisions only:

When a team has a six goal lead, the team that is behind will be given the ball at the midfield line in lieu of a faceoff as long as the six goal lead is maintained and as long as the trailing head coach doesn’t request a faceoff.

Applies to all faceoffs unless a team is due possession because of a penalty.


Referees All referees are required to be certified and be at least High School Sophomores Referees shall understand and enforce the NFHS Rules with the Minnesota Youth

Rule modifications. A minimum of 2 officials are needed at all games Referee discretion

The Referees’ main objectives are to call the game fairly and, most importantly, protect the players from injury

Any type of play that is considered dangerous shall be considered illegal Officials control the game from the start until teams have left the field - if in doubt,

a penalty will be called Always err on the side of safety

Referees will be assigned and paid by the YLM


Penalty Enforcement For All Divisions (U9, U11, U13, and U15) This includes all personal fouls and time-serving technical fouls Penalty times will be exact time; ie. A one minute penalty will be served for one

minute of game time. There is no longer time and a half. The following infractions result in non-releasable penalty time:

Equipment violations and illegal sticks (illegal stick, missing mouth guard) Unsportsmanlike behavior (swearing or foul/abusive/taunting language by

players, coaches or fans) Checks that target the head or neck or are initiated with the head or helmet Any body check that targets a defenseless player - 2 or 3 minute penalty Any take-out or excessive body check - 2 or 3 minute penalty Unnecessary Roughness - 1, 2 or 3 minute penalty. USC penalties will be enforced as: First offense: 1 minute non-releasable penalty.

Second offense: 3 minute non-releasable penalty and ejection Fighting will be grounds for immediate ejection from the game, followed by possible

League sanctions for multiple violations

The Perfect Lacrosse Game

The Perfect Lacrosse Game:Well coached Knowledge of rules Help keep the game safe Support kids in their love of the game

Well played Good use of fundamentals Ball is moved around the field with passing Minimal penalties

Well refereed Proper use of rules and emphasis on safety Good fundamentals of officiating

right preparation, right position, right call Support coaches/kids in playing the game correctly

Well watched Fan behavior is respectful of coaches,

officials/players Fans are knowledgeable/appreciative of good play

YLM Emphasis:Well coached Knowledge of rules/US Lacrosse Level 1 YLM Certification/Background Checks Emphasis on the positive roles we play

Well played Proper rules emphasis at each level Game structure & length

Well refereed Emphasis on referee training Better use of senior/junior officials Emphasis on proper dress and conduct

Well watched Chill Managers program Blue sportsmanship card

Field Markings

Game Equipment and Personnel Requirements

Game Balls EACH team must supply game balls for one end line and one sideline for every

game. All balls must include labeling that reads: “Meets NOCSAE Standard.” A game cannot start nor continue without the proper balls.

The Home Team is responsible for (even at neutral site games): A scorers table with:

Game clock and penalty clock Score board Horn to end quarters and game Copy of the Minnesota Youth Rules and NFHS Boys Lacrosse rule book

CHILL Manager - must be present at start of game to avoid penalty and forfeit Certified Coach – must be present at start of game to avoid penalty and forfeit Adult time keeper and score keeper - both must remain neutral during the game Properly lined and marked fields and legal 6 x 6 goals Sanitation facilities and water within vicinity of the field - due to varying resources this

is not mandatory

Required Field Player Equipment

Lacrosse Helmet (NOCSAE Approved) Helmet with a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups Hockey helmets are not acceptable for any player

Mouthpiece The mouthpiece must be a highly visible color (cannot be clear or white)

Gloves The cutting or altering of gloves is prohibited

Other Protective Equipment Shoulder pads Arm pads Athletic protective cups – REQUIRED and are the coach’s responsibility

Recommended Equipment Rib pads Cleats (no steel spikes)

Required Goalkeeper Equipment

Lacrosse Helmet (NOCSAE Approved) Helmet with a cupped four point chin strap fastened to all four hookups Hockey helmets are not acceptable for any player

Throat Protector Attached to the helmet (foam or plastic is acceptable but should be for lacrosse)

Mouthpiece The mouthpiece must be a highly visible color (cannot be clear or white)

Gloves The cutting or altering of gloves is prohibited

Other Protective Equipment Chest protector Elbow pads - REQUIRED Athletic protective cups - REQUIRED

Recommended Equipment Shin guards (as long as they don’t significantly increase the width of the goalie’s leg) Cleats (no steel spikes)

Crosse Requirements

Crosse Lengths U9 Division

37 to 42 inches long No long poles at U-9 Goalie’s stick may be 37 to 52 inches long

U11 Division 37 to 42 inches long for short sticks 47 to 54 inches long for long sticks Goalie’s stick may be 37 to 52 inches long The use of “long” sticks at this level is discouraged by USL and YLM

U13 and U15 Divisions 40 to 42 inches long for short sticks 52 to 72 inches long for long sticks Goalie’s stick may be 40 to 72 inches long

Crosse Requirements Continued

Pocket The pocket of a stick shall be deemed illegal if the top surface of a lacrosse ball, when

placed in the head of the stick, is below the bottom edge of the side wall The ball must freely roll out of the pocket - see rule book for details No stringers / leathers longer than 2”

End Cap Requirement All hollow shafts shall have cap manufactured for a lacrosse stick Tape alone is not acceptable – not penalized but must be fixed immediately

Crosse Dimensions The head of the stick must be 6.5 to 10 inches wide (field players) The minimum length from throat to top outside of the stick is 10 inches

Equipment Inspections Officials will conduct random equipment inspections The player’s stick will be included Focus on the pocket depth and roll out not length and width Coaches may request stick inspections

NFHS Rules: Personal Fouls

The penalty for a personal foul shall be: Suspension from the game of the offending player for 1, 2 or 3 minutes, depending on

the official’s judgment of the severity and perceived intent of the personal foul Ball is given to the team fouled Served whether or not a goal is scored

Cross Check and Cross Check Holds A player may not check his opponent with the handle of the crosse that is between the

player’s hands, either by thrusting away from the body or by holding it extended from the body.

Illegal Body Check Including Checks to the Head or Neck Body checking of an opponent who is not in possession of the ball Avoidable body check of an opponent after he has passed or shot the ball Body checking of an opponent from the rear or at or below the waist Body checking of an opponent in which contact is made above the shoulders Body checking of an opponent who has any part of his body on the ground

NFHS Rules: Personal Fouls (continued)

Illegal Crosse A stick may be found illegal if the pocket is too deep or if any other

part of the stick was altered to gain an advantageUse of Illegal Equipment A player may not use equipment that does not conform to specifications

Fingers or palms may not be cut of the gloves Gloves altered in a way that compromises their protective features

A player not wearing the required equipment (shoulder, arm pads, or cup, etc) receives a 1 minute non-releasable penalty

Slashing Swinging a stick at an opponent’s stick or body with deliberate

viciousness or reckless abandon Striking an opponent in an attempt to dislodge the ball from his stick

Striking an opponent in any part of the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders,groin or on the head with the stick

Repeatedly striking the opponents lower gloved hand with no attemptto dislodge the ball


Tripping A player may not trip an opponent with any part of his body or stick Tripping is obstructing an opponent at or below the waist with the stick,

hands, arms, feet or legs, by any positive primary action if the obstructingplayer is on his feet or not.

Unnecessary Roughness An excessively violent infraction of the rules against holding and pushing Deliberate and excessively violent contact made by a player

against a player who has established a screening position Any avoidable act that is deliberate and excessively violent,

whether it be with the body or stick A check delivered with the gloved hand or hands may not be delivered

with a punching blow Releasing from the box and immediately body checking a vulnerable or defenseless

player All unnecessary roughness penalties are non-releasable in youth play


Unsportsmanlike Conduct (USC) No player, substitute, non playing member of a squad, coach, or

anyone officially connected with a competing team shall: Enter into an argument with an official as to any decision that

has been made or in any way attempt to influence the decision Use threatening, profane or obscene language or gestures at

any time during the game Bait or call undue attention to oneself, or any other act considered

unsportsmanlike by the officials These are non-releasable penalties


Ejection A player, substitute, coach, non-playing member of a team or anyone

officially connected with the team shall be ejected for: Deliberately striking or attempting to strike anyone or leaving the

bench area during an altercation Use of tobacco or smokeless tobacco Second non-releasable, unsportsmanlike foul Any action deemed by the officials to be flagrant misconduct

NFHS Rules: Technical Fouls

The penalty for a technical foul shall be either 30-second suspension of the offending player from the game (if the team fouled had

possession of the ball at the time the foul was committed) OR Simply the awarding of the ball to the team fouled

Crease Violation / Goalkeeper Interference Any crease violation or interference with the goalkeeper of a technical nature while

the ball is in possession of the defensive team outside of the crease Any crease violation or interference with the goalkeeper while he and the ball are in

the crease, whether or not he has possession of the ballHolding A player may not:

Use the portion of the handle that is between his hands to hold an opponent Step on the stick of an opponent Hold an opponent with his stick Hold or pin an opponent’s stick against the body of the opponent with his stick Hold an opponent with his free hand that is off the stick

NFHS Rules: Technical Fouls (continued)Illegal Procedure Touching the ball with the hands (except the goalie) Illegal actions with stick - a player shall not:

Throw his stick under any circumstances Take part in the play in any manner without his stick

Crosse in face of opponent Entering the game from the penalty area before authorized Delay of game Participation in the play of the game by a player out of bounds Any player not in his restraining area at the time of the face-off whistle Failure to remain 5 yards from a player having a free play Having more than 10 players in the game at any time, including the penalty box Having more than four long sticks in the game (excluding the goalie) Deliberately creating a loose ball to circumvent the rules of failure to advance Failure to advance the ball beyond the midfield line into the goal area in 10 sec

NFHS Rules: Technical Fouls (continued)

Illegal Offensive Screening No offensive player shall move into and make contact with a defensive player with

the purpose of blocking a defensive player from the man he is playing, nor shall the offensive player hold this stick rigid or extend his stick rigid to impede the normal movements of the defensive man

Conduct Foul A coach shall not enter the field of play without the permission of an official,

except to attend to an injured player, to warm up a goalkeeper, or during half time A player, coach, trainer or other person officially connected with the team shall not:

Leave the bench area and/or coaches area on his side of the field Object to an official’s decision by arguing or gesturing

Interference A player shall not interfere in any manner with the free movement of an opponent,

except when that opponent has possession, the ball is in flight and within 3 yards, or both players are within 3 yards of a loose ball


Offside The ball is awarded to the offended team in its offensive

side of the field at the face-off X if the attacking team is offside withpossession of the ball.

Pushing A player shall not thrust or shove an opponent from the rear Pushing is permitted from the front or side when an opponent

has possession of the ball or is within 5 yards of a loose ball Pushing shall be done with either closed hand, shoulder

or forearm, and both hands shall be on the crosse

Offensive Stalling During the last two minutes of regulation play, offensive stalling rules

are in effect for the team that is ahead (at the U13 and U15 levels only)


Warding Off A player in possession of the ball shall not use his free hand or arm

or any other part of his body to hold, push or control the direction of the movement of the crosse or body of the player applying a check

Withholding Ball From Play When a loose ball is on the ground, a player shall not lie on the ball,

trap it with his crosse longer than necessary to control the ball and pick it up with one continuous motion, or withhold the ball from play in any other manner

CHILL Manager Job Description

Each team is required to have a CHILL Manager (Cool Heads Instill Life Lessons)Maintain a positive and sportsmanlike environment around the playing field, including both sidelines. The officials will handle on-field sportsmanship issues.Your coach should introduce you to your team which consists of yourself, the opposing team’s CHILL manager, the officials, the coaches and everyone “Honoring the Game”. You should partner with the other CHILL Manager and feel free to discuss issues with

him/her. Please also feel free to discuss concerns with the coaches and officials. You may stop the game to speak with officials by asking the timer/scorer to soundthe horn at a dead ball/on a whistle.

Behavior that does not “Honor the Game” includes: Entering the field of play, bench or table area or throwing objects onto the field Continued berating of officials or others involved with the game Verbal threats of bodily harm, injury or death The use of obscene or highly abusive language Fighting

CHILL Manager Job Description (continued)

Intervention In as private and calm a manner as possible ask the misbehaving person "Do you think you are

Honoring the Game right now?" or say to them "You seem pretty upset." Remind them that part of the way we do things here is that we respect the official even if we disagree with a call. "You may be right about that call being incorrect, but here, we Honor the Game and show respect to officials even if they are wrong."

Assertive Statement: Sometimes a person will not respond to your more subtle interventions. Here are some further things you can say: "That's not the way we do things in here!" "Yelling at the official is not Honoring the Game." "It's not okay to act like that here." "That kind of behavior has no place here."

Hand the person the sportsmanship card and walk away. Head immediately to timer/scorer area and have them signal the officials. Inform the officials of the situation in as much detail as possible. The officials will give you any further instructions.

If you feel the behavior warrants it, you may administer the sportsmanship card immediately. Don’t place yourself at risk. Remember to respect personal space, as you do not want to create another incident. The community will back up your judgment(s)…rest assured If you need help…get back-up

Resources: Referee Signals – Procedural Signals

Resources: Referee Signals – Technical Fouls

Resources: Referee Signals – Personal Fouls

Resources: Websites

US Lacrosse National Organization www.uslacrosse.org Minnesota Chapter www.mnlacrosse.com

Online Courses History of lacrosse

http://archives.cbc.ca/IDD-1-41-824/sports/lacrosse/Videos, Books, etc e-lacrosse (lacrosse information) www.e-lacrosse.com/ Inside Lacrosse (lacrosse information) www.insidelacrosse.com Lacrosse Magazine (lacrosse information) http://laxmagazine.cstv.com/ Lax Links (lacrosse information) www.laxlinks.com Lax Power (lacrosse information) www.laxpower.com Westside Lacrosse (lacrosse information) www.westsidelax.com Youth Lacrosse USA (coaching information) www.youthlacrosseusa.com Kudda (coaching information) www.kudda.com Championship Videos (lacrosse videos) www.championshipproductions.com Coaching Forum

http://www.lacrosseforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=80 Lacrosse Rules and Officiating Forum

http://www.lacrosseforums.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=86

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