2024 NFHS Rules Changes

USA Lacrosse PDF 1-6-1: ART. 1 . . . Field Players Crosse The crosse shall be an overall fixed length of either 40 to 42 inches (short crosse) or 52 to 72 inches (long crosse), except for the goalkeeper’s crosse, which may be 40 to 72 inches long.The circumference of the crosse handle shall be no more than 3½ inches. The head of the crosse at its widest point shall measure between 6 and 10 inches, inside measurement, Read more…

Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes – 2023

From article posted on NFHS site 1-2-1: ART. 1 . . . PENALTY: Failure to have a clearly marked center line that runs the entire width of the field, and continuous side and end lines that runs the entire width of the field is illegal procedure assessed against the home team. Rationale: Logos running through the endzone of many football fields are often placed on the endline for lacrosse. The endline for lacrosse is just as important as the midline. The Read more…

2023 Spring Registration

The 2023 spring high school seasons are just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about getting in-shape, dusting off the rule book, practicing and reviewing your mechanics, and starting to renew your memberships to US Lacrosse and UHSAA (new officials see checklist here) UHSAA Renewal US Lacrosse Renewal– for non-high school sanctioned games (i.e. tournaments)

Faceoffs, Risk Minimization Areas of Focus for 2022 High School Boys Lacrosse Rules Changes

Modifications introduced to the faceoff rule in high school boys lacrosse during last season as a result of COVID-19 proved to be a major focal point with changes adopted for the 2022 season. The change coincides with addressing risk minimization for the upcoming season, including the newly added requirement of a protective cup or pelvic protector to limit blunt trauma injuries. A combined 15 rules changes were proposed by the National Federation of State High Read more…

UHSAA Information

With Boys lacrosse being a sanctioned sport in Utah, you will have to register and order a new shirt inorder to officiate sanctioned games this year. There is no leniency in these requirements. Get registered with UHSAA (that will get you on their Arbiter account) Order UHSAA officiating shirts from Out West Officiating   Attend training at 2/22/21 (Zoom at 8pm MT) Post-Season- You must attend the mandatory plus four of the six training sessions (see Read more…

2021 Training Dates

High School ONLY Below is the training schedule for Spring 2020. More details are still being ironed out, but please mark these dates. RULES MANDATORY TRAINING & UHSAA Information – Monday February 22nd @  8pm MT Rules clinics pre and during the season All will be held on Mondays at the following: Time- 8pm MT Location- Topic: UHSAA LAX training Meeting Time: Mar 8, 2021 08:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting Read more…

2021 Deadlines for Tests and Dues

2021 Annual Tests Valid through April 1, 2021 The UHSAA Lacrosse Test is now available on line. In Arbiter, go to “CENTRAL HUB”. Click on the “Testing” icon. Click on “Take Test” Visit the Annual Tests page for more information and links to tests. You all have 4 attempts at the test.  A score of 85% or higher is required. Complete on or before April 1, 2021 2021 ULOA Dues Required of all officials receiving Read more…