How have the US Lacrosse rules changed for 2023. What are the main updates for boys’ and girls’ youth lacrosse. Which new regulations impact high school players. How do these changes affect gameplay and officiating.
Major Rule Changes for Girls’ Lacrosse in 2023
The 2023 season brings several important updates to girls’ lacrosse rules at both the high school and youth levels. These changes, approved by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and USA Lacrosse, aim to enhance gameplay, improve officiating consistency, and prioritize player safety.
Simplified Stick Check Process
One of the most notable changes involves the stick check procedure. Rule 2-4-4a has been modified to eliminate the requirement of applying pressure to the ball in the pocket during crosse inspection. This adjustment ensures a more consistent method of checking pocket depth across all games and officials.
Restraining Line Rule Adjustment
Rule 5-2-5d now states that players may not step on or over the restraining lines after the official’s hand is in contact with the sticks at the draw, regardless of the number of players between the restraining lines. This change allows officials to focus more on the draw itself and maintain game safety without needing to monitor the restraining lines away from the play.
Self-Start and Free Position Changes
To improve the pace of play, Rule 5-4-1 now allows a player fouled outside the critical scoring area to take the free position and self-start within 4 meters of the spot of the foul, rather than within playing distance. Additionally, Rule 5-4-5c permits the defensive player awarded a free position to self-start when there is a foul by an attack player within the critical scoring area, unless the game clock is stopped.
Updates to Penalty Administration in Girls’ Lacrosse
Several rule changes focus on refining penalty administration to create more appropriate and consistent outcomes.
Offsetting Fouls and Card Issuance
Rule 5-5-1f has been updated to eliminate alternate possession for offsetting fouls when one of the fouls requires the issuance of a card. This change ensures that possession is awarded to the team that was not issued a card, creating a more appropriate penalty assessment.
Three-Second Violation Free Position
Rule 10-1y PENALTIES now moves the administration of a free position for a three-second violation from the spot of the ball to the 12-meter fan when the ball is outside the critical scoring area and above the goal line extended. This adjustment aims to create a more suitable penalty assessment for the infraction.
Goalkeeper Rule Changes in Girls’ Lacrosse
Goalkeepers have been granted additional flexibility in their play with a modification to Rule 7-1-2c. This change now allows the goalkeeper to carry the ball into the goal circle after it has been cleared and played, providing another option for goalkeepers to return to the goal circle with possession.
Youth-Specific Rule Adjustments for Girls’ Lacrosse
In addition to the changes affecting all levels of play, there are some specific adjustments for youth girls’ lacrosse rules.
Goal Circle Violations
Rule 5.7 has been modified by removing the provision that “a player may not follow through into the goal circle on a shot” and its associated penalty. This change aligns youth rules more closely with high school regulations and addresses the fact that this rule was often misunderstood and difficult for youth game officials to observe accurately.
Elimination of Minimum Pass Rule for 8U
The minimum pass rule requirement for 8U players has been eliminated in Rule 6.3. However, leagues retain the option to establish their own minimum passing rules if desired. This change allows for more flexibility in gameplay at the youngest levels while still permitting structure if deemed necessary by individual organizations.
Points of Emphasis for the 2023 Season
In addition to rule changes, three key areas have been identified as points of emphasis for both high school and youth girls’ lacrosse in the 2023 season:
- Sportsmanship
- Knowledge of the rules
- Dangerous use of stick
These focus areas aim to promote fair play, enhance player and official understanding of the game, and prioritize safety on the field.
Impact on Boys’ Lacrosse Rules for 2023
While the majority of the announced changes focus on girls’ lacrosse, it’s important to note that boys’ lacrosse may also see updates for the 2023 season. However, specific details for boys’ rule changes were not provided in the given information.
Consistency Across Levels
Many of the changes implemented for girls’ lacrosse aim to create more consistency between youth and high school levels. It’s likely that similar efforts are being made in boys’ lacrosse to ensure a smooth transition for players as they progress through different age groups and competitive levels.
Accessing Updated Rules and Training Materials
For coaches, officials, and players looking to familiarize themselves with the new rules, USA Lacrosse provides several resources:
- Updated training materials for the 2023 season will be available online at www.usalacrosse.com/girls-and-womens-rules
- A complete listing of girls’ high school lacrosse rule changes can be found on the NFHS website
- For the first time, US Lacrosse has produced standalone youth rule books for both boys’ and girls’ lacrosse, available in digital format free of charge on the US Lacrosse website
These resources ensure that all participants in the sport have access to the most up-to-date information and can adapt their play and officiating accordingly.
The Future of Lacrosse Rules and Gameplay
As lacrosse continues to evolve and grow in popularity, it’s likely that we’ll see ongoing adjustments to the rules to enhance the sport. The changes implemented for the 2023 season reflect a commitment to improving the game at all levels, from youth leagues to high school competition.
Balancing Tradition and Innovation
The rules committees face the challenge of maintaining the traditional aspects of lacrosse while adapting to modern play styles and safety concerns. How do they strike this balance? By carefully considering feedback from players, coaches, and officials, and by closely observing gameplay trends to identify areas for improvement.
Technology and Rule Enforcement
As technology continues to advance, we may see its integration into lacrosse officiating and rule enforcement. Could video replay or other technological aids be introduced to assist officials in making difficult calls? While not currently part of the rule changes, this is an area to watch in future seasons.
The 2023 rule changes for US Lacrosse demonstrate a commitment to enhancing the sport for all participants. By simplifying certain aspects of the game, improving consistency across age groups, and prioritizing player safety, these updates aim to create a better experience for players, coaches, and officials alike. As the sport continues to grow and evolve, we can expect to see further refinements and adaptations to the rules in the coming years, always with the goal of maintaining the integrity and excitement of lacrosse at its core.
High School and Youth Girls’ Rules Changes Announced for 2023 Season
Modifications to the stick check process and an adjustment to the restraining line rule during the administration of the draw were among the changes supported by both the high school girls’ and youth girls’ lacrosse rules committees for the 2023 season. Additionally, sportsmanship, knowledge of the rules, and dangerous use of stick were identified as three points of emphasis at both levels of play for 2023.
The high school rule changes have been approved by the board of directors for the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and for the youth level by USA Lacrosse.
“The rules committees made small but important tweaks this year to simplify penalty administration in some instances, which helps lead to more consistent officiating,” said Caitlin Kelley, senior director for sports administration at USA Lacrosse and liaison to the NFHS and USAL Girls’ Lacrosse Rules Committees. “The changes this year continue the focus on providing more consistency across the national landscape by eliminating some potential subjective standards in the game as well as allowing officials to focus on the game’s critical components without unnecessary distractions.
Additionally, there were some minor girls’ youth rule adjustments in order to provide more consistency with the high school game and to enhance the player experience without sacrificing safety.”
Regarding Rule 2-4-4a, the committee eliminated the requirement to apply pressure to the ball in the pocket during crosse inspection. This adjustment will ensure that the method of checking pocket depth is done in a consistent manner.
Rule 5-2-5d now states that players may not step on or over the restraining lines after the official’s hand is in contact with the sticks at the draw until the restraining line is released regardless of number of players between the restraining lines. This change will help officials focus on the play around the draw and maintain game safety without needing to monitor the restraining lines away from the play.
To improve the pace of play, Rule 5-4-1 now allows a player that is fouled outside the critical scoring area to take the free position and self-start within 4-meters of the spot of the foul rather than within playing distance.
Also, Rule 5-4-5c now allows the defensive player awarded a free position to self-start when there is a foul by an attack player within the critical scoring area, unless the game clock is stopped.
Rule 5-5-1f now eliminates alternate possession for offsetting fouls when one of the fouls requires the issuance of a card. This is intended to create a more appropriate penalty assessment by awarding possession to the team that was not issued a card.
Rule 7-1-2c was modified to allow the goalkeeper to carry the ball into the goal circle after it has been cleared and played. The rationale for the change was to provide another option for the goalkeeper to return to the goal circle with the ball.
Rule 10-1y PENALTIES was changed to move administration of a free position for a three-second violation from the spot of the ball to the 12-meter fan when the ball is outside the critical scoring area and above the goal line extended. This is intended create a more appropriate penalty assessment for the infraction.
Specific to the girls’ youth rules, Rule 5.7 (Goal Circle Violations) was adjusted by deleting “a player may not follow through into the goal circle on a shot” and its associated penalty.” Observations have shown this is not a safety risk and the rule is often misunderstood and difficult to observe by youth game officials. The change aligns with high school rules and provides consistency at both levels of play.
Also, on Rule 6.3, the minimum pass rule requirement for 8U was eliminated, with allowance for leagues to establish minimum passing rules if so desired.
“The NFHS and USAL rules committees did an outstanding job this year balancing some important but small changes with the desire to maintain consistency in the playing rules and supporting the accessibility and growth of the game for players, coaches, and officials,” Kelley said.
USA Lacrosse training materials for the 2023 season will be updated shortly and can be accessed online at www.usalacrosse.com/girls-and-womens-rules.
A complete listing of the girls’ high school lacrosse rules changes are available on the NFHS website.
US Lacrosse produces youth rule books
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For the first time in its history, US Lacrosse has produced standalone youth rule books for boys’ and girls’ lacrosse. The books are available in digital format free of charge on the US Lacrosse web site.
In previous years, the youth rules were contained as a list of modifications to the high school rules in the back of the US Lacrosse Women’s Rulebook and the National Federation of State High School Associations Boys’ Rulebook.
The new format helps provide a comprehensive set of rules at each age set (6U, 8U, 10U, 12U and 14U) and the rule descriptions have been simplified to make them easier to understand for coaches, officials, parents and players.
Link to US Lacrosse Boys’ Youth Rules: http://www.uslacrosse.org/rules/boys-rules
Link to US Lacrosse Girls’ Youth Rules: http://www.
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