What are the key changes in girls’ lacrosse self-start rule. How does the new self-start rule impact gameplay. What situations allow for self-start in girls’ lacrosse. When is self-start not permitted in girls’ lacrosse. How do officials enforce the new self-start rule in girls’ lacrosse.
Understanding the New Self-Start Rule in Girls’ Lacrosse
The 2019 rules for high school and youth girls’ lacrosse introduced a significant change with the implementation of the self-start rule. This modification aims to enhance the pace of the game and reduce unnecessary stoppages. Let’s delve into the specifics of this rule and its implications for players, coaches, and officials.
Core Concept of the Self-Start Rule
The fundamental principle of the self-start rule is straightforward: for a whistle blown due to a foul outside the critical scoring area, the player awarded the free position can continue play without waiting for an additional whistle, provided they come to a stop or settled stance first.
Defining a Settled Stance
What constitutes a settled stance in girls’ lacrosse? A settled stance is characterized by:
- Both feet stationary and on the ground
- The ball positioned in the head of the stick
- The player with possession making at least a momentary pause before restarting play
Implementing the Self-Start Rule: Step-by-Step
To ensure proper execution of the self-start rule, players and officials should follow these guidelines:
- The offending player must immediately move 4 meters behind or to the side of the player taking the free position, as indicated by the official.
- Any other players within 4 meters must move to positions indicated by the official.
- All players farther than 4 meters from the foul must “stand” until the ball carrier resumes play.
- The self-start is administered at the spot of the foul.
- If the ball is within playing distance (a stick and-a-half length away) from the player awarded the free position, they may pick up the ball and self-start from that location.
- If the ball is outside playing distance, the player must return to the spot of the foul for the self-start.
Exceptions and Special Situations in Self-Start Rule
Are there scenarios where self-start is not an option in girls’ lacrosse? Indeed, several situations prohibit the use of self-start:
- When the game clock is stopped for any reason
- During restraining line violations (offsides)
- When the ball is in the Critical Scoring Area (excluding boundary restarts)
- During Alternate Possession
- After an inadvertent whistle
- In overtime
- After a goal is scored
Navigating Common Challenges with the Self-Start Rule
As with any new rule, the self-start regulation in girls’ lacrosse has raised several questions among players, coaches, and officials. Let’s address some of these common concerns:
Self-Start on Illegal Draws
Can a player self-start on an illegal draw in girls’ lacrosse? Yes, self-start is permitted in this situation.
Understanding “Playing Distance”
How is “playing distance” defined in the context of self-start? Playing distance is considered to be within 1½ stick’s length of where the foul occurred. A player’s momentum may carry them forward this distance after a whistle has been blown for a foul. Self-starts are allowed within this distance, unless the restart would occur within the critical scoring area.
Handling Self-Starts Beyond Playing Distance
What happens if a player self-starts beyond the defined playing distance? This is not considered a foul but rather a reset. The official should whistle to stop play and indicate the correct location for the restart. The original ball carrier then returns to the spot of the foul, assumes a settled stance, and self-starts without the need for a whistle.
Officiating Challenges in the Self-Start Era
The introduction of the self-start rule has presented new challenges for lacrosse officials. How do they navigate these new scenarios?
Managing Player Positioning
What if players don’t move 4 meters away from the ball carrier? The player with the ball does not have to wait for others to move before self-starting. If they choose to commence play while players are within 4 meters, no foul occurs. However, if the ball carrier waits for players to move and opponents don’t comply, officials may consider a delay of game foul.
Determining Commencement of Play
How do officials determine when play has officially commenced under the self-start rule? Play is considered to have started once the ball carrier steps or passes. A step is defined as the act of lifting and setting down one’s foot. It’s important to note that pivoting, rocking motions, or movement of the ball carrier’s stick do not constitute commencement of play.
Handling Premature Defender Engagement
Is it a foul if a defender engages the ball carrier before their self-start? Yes, this is considered a foul. The official should blow an immediate whistle to stop play and penalize the defender.
Impact of Self-Start on Game Strategy and Pace
The introduction of the self-start rule has significantly altered the dynamics of girls’ lacrosse. How has this rule affected game strategy and pace?
Accelerated Gameplay
One of the primary impacts of the self-start rule is the acceleration of gameplay. With players able to restart play quickly after certain fouls, the overall pace of the game has increased. This change demands higher levels of fitness and mental alertness from players, who must be ready to transition rapidly between offense and defense.
Strategic Adaptations
How have teams adapted their strategies to leverage the self-start rule? Coaches have had to revise their tactical approaches, emphasizing quick thinking and rapid ball movement. Teams that can capitalize on the self-start opportunity often gain an advantage by catching the defense off-guard or out of position.
Enhanced Player Awareness
The self-start rule has placed a premium on player awareness and decision-making. Athletes must now be constantly alert, ready to either initiate a self-start or defend against one. This has led to a more dynamic and unpredictable style of play, rewarding those with high lacrosse IQ and quick reflexes.
Training and Preparation for the Self-Start Era
With the implementation of the self-start rule, how should players and coaches adjust their training regimens?
Drills Focusing on Quick Transitions
Coaches are incorporating more drills that emphasize rapid transitions and decision-making. These exercises often simulate game situations where players must quickly assess whether to self-start or wait for teammates to get into position.
Enhancing Communication Skills
Effective communication has become even more crucial under the self-start rule. Teams are focusing on developing clear, concise verbal and non-verbal cues to coordinate self-starts and defensive responses.
Conditioning for Increased Pace
The faster pace of play necessitates enhanced conditioning programs. Players need to maintain high levels of stamina and agility throughout the game to effectively utilize the self-start rule and defend against it.
Future Implications of the Self-Start Rule in Girls’ Lacrosse
As players, coaches, and officials become more accustomed to the self-start rule, what potential long-term impacts might we see in girls’ lacrosse?
Evolution of Playing Styles
The self-start rule may lead to the evolution of new playing styles and strategies. Teams that can master the quick-restart approach may develop unique offensive systems that capitalize on this rule.
Officiating Adaptations
How might officiating evolve to better manage games under the self-start rule? We may see changes in positioning, signaling, and overall game management techniques as officials refine their approach to this new aspect of the game.
Potential Rule Refinements
As with any significant rule change, there may be future refinements to the self-start regulation. Governing bodies will likely continue to assess its impact and make adjustments as needed to ensure fair play and maintain the integrity of the game.
The self-start rule has undoubtedly brought a new dimension to girls’ lacrosse, increasing the game’s pace and adding an extra layer of strategy. As players, coaches, and officials continue to adapt to this change, we can expect to see further evolution in how the game is played and officiated. The rule’s long-term impact on player development, team tactics, and overall enjoyment of the sport will be fascinating to observe in the coming years.
FAQs on New Girls’ Lacrosse Self-Start Rule
A settled stance is defined as: Both feet are stationary, on the ground, with the ball positioned in the head of the stick, and the player with possession making, at minimum, a momentary pause before restarting play.
The new 2019 rules for high school and youth girls’ lacrosse introduce self-start.
The basic essence of the rule is this: “For a whistle blown for a foul outside the critical scoring area, the player who is awarded the free position, after coming to a stop/settled stance, may continue the course of play without waiting for an additional whistle.”
A more detailed description of the rule follows:
The offending player must immediately move 4 meters behind or to the side of the player taking the free position, as indicated by the official. Any other player(s) within 4m must move to a position indicated by the official. All players farther than 4m from the foul must “stand” until ball carrier resumes play.
The option of self-starting is administered at the spot of the foul. However, if the ball is within playing distance (a stick and-a-half length away) from the player who is awarded the free position, the player who is awarded the free position may pick up the ball and, from a settled stance, self-start from that location.
If the ball ends up outside the playing distance of the foul, the player who has been awarded the free position and the ball must return to the spot of the foul for the self-start. If the spot of the foul cannot be determined, the official shall indicate the location of the free position.
If the player who has been awarded the free position chooses to self-start, the defensive players may engage immediately following the self-start. The ball carrier does not have to wait for all other players to be in position before she self-starts. The ball carrier may also elect to wait for the official’s whistle to restart play.
If any player moves prior to the player who has been awarded the free position, this results in a false start and shall be penalized at the spot of the ball.
Repeated false starts or delays in moving 4m by the defense may result in a delay-of-game card.
To resume play when the ball has gone out of bounds, the closest player of the team awarded possession of the ball may commence play with a self-start, relative to the spot from where the ball went out of bounds. The player may commence play, from a settled stance, with a self-start within 2m of the boundary line. All other players must be at least 1m from the ball carrier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do we define a settled stance?
A settled stance is defined as: both feet are stationary, on the ground, with the ball positioned in the head of the stick, and the player with possession making, at minimum, a momentary pause before restarting play
Q: When is a self-start NOT an option?
The game clock is stopped for any reason.
Restraining line violation (offsides)
Ball is in Critical Scoring Area (excluding boundary restarts)
Alternate Possession
Inadvertent Whistle
Overtime
After a goal is scored
Q: Can a player self-start on an illegal draw?
Yes
Q: What does “within playing distance” mean?
Playing distance can be defined as within 1½ stick’s length of where the foul occurred.
A player’s momentum may carry them forward this distance (after a whistle has been blown for a foul). Self-starts are permitted within this distance, unless the restart would occur within the critical scoring area
Q: Is it a foul if the player self-starts beyond “playing distance?”
NO, it is a reset. The official should whistle to stop play and indicate the correct location for the restart. The original ball carrier returns to spot of foul, takes a settled stance and self-starts (no whistle needed.)
Q: What if a player self-starts when it is not allowed?
The player has committed a false start (major foul.)
Q: What if the offending player or other players do not try to move 4m away/behind the ball carrier? Does a player wishing to self-start have to wait for other players to move 4m behind/away?
The player with the ball does not have to wait to self-start. If the ball carrier chooses to commence play with a self-start while players are within 4m of the ball, there is no foul.
If, however, the ball carrier chooses to wait to commence play until all players are 4m away and the opposing players do not try to move, a delay of game foul may be considered.
Q: How do we determine when play has commenced?
Play will commence once the ball carrier steps or passes. A step is defined as the act of lifting and setting down one’s foot. Pivoting and/or rocking motions do not commence play. Additionally, movement of the ball carrier’s stick does not commence play.
Q: Is it a foul if a defender engages the ball carrier prior to her self-start?
YES. The official blows an immediate whistle, signals false start, and instructs the offending player to move 4m behind. All other players remain 4m away.
Q: What are the requirements for play to be restarted when the ball goes out of bounds?
The team awarded possession may self-start. The closest player from that team may self-start within 2m of where the ball went out of play and within the playing field.
Exception: If the ball goes out of bounds and is awarded to the goalie (who is within her goal circle,) the goalie may NOT self-start. Play is restarted with a whistle.
Q: Can a player self-start when the ball goes out of bounds as the result of a foul?
Yes. The fouled player is positioned, with the ball, at the spot of the foul (at least 4m from the boundary) and may choose to self-start.
Q: Are self-starts permitted within the last two minutes of each half (when stopped clock is in effect)?
Self-starts are not permitted when the game clock is stopped. However, if there is a running clock due to a 10-goal differential, self-starts are permitted.
Q: Is there ever a time when a whistle start should be used when a self-start is allowed?
YES. If the ball carrier does not attempt to self-start in a reasonable period of time, the official may choose to restart play with a whistle. For example, if the ball carrier has waited to ensure all players are 4m away and still does not self-start, the official may start play with the whistle.
Or if, in the judgement of the official, a team is deliberately delaying the restart to gain an advantage (e.g., a one-goal game), a whistle start may be used.
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American Pie Presents: Girls’ Rules
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American Pie Presents: Girls’ Rules I am 2020 directed by Michael Elliot.
The fifth film of the American Pie series, being a spin-off [1]. Also, this is the first film in the franchise that does not feature Eugene Levy, as it is a kind of sequel, the plot of which revolves around Steve Stifler’s sister Stephanie (Lizzie Broadway) and her friends.
American Pie Presents: Rules for Girls was released on DVD on October 6, 2020 by Universal Picture [2]. Released on Blu-ray on September 7, 2021 [3].
- Plot
Moving into high school, four girlfriends, Annie, Kayla, Michelle and Stephanie, decide to team up to radically solve far-fetched problems in their personal lives. Annie plans to lose her virginity to her boyfriend. Stephanie, a confident lacrosse player, blackmails the principal of her school with a videotape of them having fun in the likeness of sadomasos, forcing him to leave his position. Kayla is unsure if her boyfriend Tim is cheating on her and constantly asks him over the phone if she is the best friend he has ever dated.
Michelle is a sex toy expert and prides herself on her education.
Grant, a handsome newcomer, appears on the doorstep of the school. He first meets Michelle, hurrying to class for a lesson. The girl, seeing the guy, is so impressed by his appearance that she crashes into the doorway. While playing lacrosse, the guy meets Stephanie – she knocks Grant down.
In the end, the girlfriends set themselves the goal of winning the favor of the newly arrived handsome man at all costs.
- Reviews
Robin Bar of The Hollywood Reporter wrote, “Created by a male director, two male writers and a team of male producers, the film feels like the cinematic equivalent of two straight men kissing at a party for the attention of some – brother” [Bahr, Robyn (October 12, 2020). “‘American Pie Presents: Girls’ Rules’: Film Review”. The Hollywood Reporter]. Theo Bagby of The New York Times wrote, “The original American Pie was tasteless; and this version is tasteless too” [Bugbee, Teo (October 6, 2020).
“‘American Pie Presents: Girls’ Rules’ Review: Sex Comedy, Warmed Over”. The New York Times].
References:
1. Novak, Kim (August 13, 2020). “American Pie’s female spin-off Girls’ Rules is coming to Netflix – and it looks as rude as ever”. Metro
2. “American Pie series bakes another sequel.” moviehole. July 30, 2019
3. https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=29050
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“Desert Dogs” the Las Vegas Strip’s Newest Attraction
With Las Vegas’ fast-paced sports landscape getting stronger by the day, this year’s National Lacrosse League team has been added to the Sin City Mix.” Las Vegas Desert Dogs, led by an owner group that includes Joe Tsai (owner of the San Diego Seals/Brooklyn Nets/New York Liberty) as well as sports luminaries Wayne Gretzky, Steve Nash and Dustin Johnson. The club plays its home matches at the 12,000 seat Michelob ULTRA Arena, located on the southern edge of the Vegas Strip, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
On a daily basis, the newest NLL team will be led by General Manager Mark Fine and Head Coach/General Manager Sean Williams.
“We feel that once people go to the game, they will see a great product. Exciting, fun, fast-paced that fans will want to be a part of,” Fine said.
The Desert Dogs have already sold over 2,000 season tickets without playing a single home game. Fine believes that most of the fans who came to the home game on December 16 will witness their very first lacrosse game that they see in person.
For centuries, the Las Vegas sports landscape has primarily focused on three areas of competition: boxing, minor league baseball, and UNLV track and field, especially during Jerry Tarkanian’s decades of success as coach of the Runnin’Rebels men’s basketball program.
But now, Las Vegas is the proud home of the NLL, NHL, NFL and WNBA franchises, the potential future home of MLB and NBA clubs, and currently serves as the summer headquarters for professional basketball.
Building a team from scratch is always a challenge. These obstacles are growing exponentially in a desert sports and recreational mecca that has had limited exposure to lacrosse. With this in mind, Desert Dogs aims to simultaneously develop the franchise brand and lacrosse itself as a sport.
Approximately 1,000 children (17 and under) play lacrosse in Nevada. In an effort to increase that number, the Dogs of the Desert handed out team jerseys to young people across the state, donated lacrosse equipment to 10 Las Vegas schools. They introduced the sport to local PE teachers and provide free tickets to indigenous communities throughout the southwest. In addition, the team’s acquisition of American-born players such as Jack Hannah, Charlie Bertrand and Connor Kirst is intended to show the youth sports community that they, too, can succeed in lacrosse.
“40 million people come and go from Las Vegas every year,” said Fine, former chief executive of the Brooklyn Nets.
“But for a team to achieve maximum business success, it must act as a community-focused team.”
Fine later added, “When Las Vegas is talked about in terms of professional sports, we want to be part of that conversation.”
While Desert Dogs is overly focused on attracting local fans, the franchise is positioning itself to take advantage of the unique circumstances that come with hosting home games within a mega hotel’s grounds. Fine believes that the Desert Dogs games will be an attractive proposition for visiting fans who have the opportunity to stay just a few steps away from the games venue.
“You can leave your hotel room, take the elevator and be in the arena and your seat in about five minutes. This is an incredible advantage that we have,” Fine said.
The NHL’s Desert Dogs and Golden Knights are even teaming up with their Calgary counterparts to organize a tour package that includes accommodation in Mandalay Bay as well as tickets to the Golden Knights.
