youth lacrosse of minnesota () 2011 rules interpretation meeting ylm

Youth Lacrosse of MinnesotaYouth Lacrosse of Minnesota(www.youthlaxmn.org)(www.youthlaxmn.org)

2011 Rules Interpretation Meeting

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G Visich / J Uppgren February 22, 2009

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Agenda

YLM General InformationYLM Operational GuidelinesYLM Player Boundary RulesBoys Lacrosse Rules of PlayUS Lacrosse Information The Role of the Coach

YLM Coaching Information Discipline Policy Coach Code of Conduct Certified Coach

Resources


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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 organization2011 Season Boys youth lacrosse will be organized by the YLM Girls are allowed to participate, but should be discouraged at Junior (7th/8th) Division Girls youth lacrosse will be organized by MSSLAX and all girls are encouraged to play

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

Boys Season Dates Regular Season: June 13th – July 21st District Playoffs: July 25th – July 28th State Tournament: July 30th-July 31st


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YLM Operational Guidelines

Grade of player is defined as the grade he was enrolled in at the close of the school year Bantam Division 2nd/3rd/4th Grade Combination Lightning Division 5th/6th Grade Combination (4th/5th/6th is acceptable) Junior Division 7th/8th Grade Combination (6th/7th/8th is acceptable)

Two levels of Competition in the Junior Division• A: Competitive • B: Non-Competitive (Development)• Communities with 2 or more 7/8 teams must field at least 1 A team• The A and B levels will not be scheduled to play against each other unless

individual coaches choose to schedule those games themselves

Multiple teams within a 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 Membership


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Do Not Run up the

Score in 3/4 Games


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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 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 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 attendance area.

Waivers All players seeking to register with a YLM team outside their residing community,

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


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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 Vice President 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

** Please note that 7/8th grade players who are also on “traveling” or “elite” summer teams must play on an association’s A team if one exists.


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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

correctlyWell 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 Sideline manager program Blue sportsmanship card


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Boys Lacrosse Rules of Play

All coaches must understand and teach the following rules of play 2011 NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules and youth supplement

Player equipment and safety Personal and technical fouls

2009 NFHS Rules for Youth Lacrosse (back of rule book) YLM Rules of Play

Game format YLM rules of play exceptions Bantam (3rd/4th) Division exceptions Lightning (5th/6th) Division exceptions Junior (7th/8th) Division exceptions

It is imperative that every head coach has a copy of the 2011 NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Book and the YLM Rules Modifications at every game. This book is free with your USL membership.NOTE: YLM modifications will be discussed later in the presentation


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Not Every Player must score a goal

in every game


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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 supporters and protective cups

Recommended Equipment Rib pads Cleats (no steel spikes)


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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)

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 Athletic supporters and protective cups

Recommended Equipment Shin guards / football pants Cleats (no steel spikes)


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Crosse Requirements

Crosse Lengths 40” – 42” long for attackmen and midfielders

Exception: Bantam (3rd/4th) players may use sticks 37” – 42” long 52” – 72” long for defensemen

Exception: Bantam (3rd/4th) players may not use a defensive stick 40” – 72” long for goalkeeper

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

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

when placed in the head of the crosse, is below the bottom edge of the side wall No stringers / leathers longer than 6”

Butt End All hollow shafts shall have a plug on the end or be taped over to prevent injury


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NFHS Rules: Personal Fouls

The penalty for a personal foul shall be Suspension from the game of the offending player for 1 to 3 minutes, depending on the official’s

judgement 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 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 Body checking of an opponent who is not in possession of the ball or within five yards of a loose

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 Blocking of an opponent with the head or initiating contact with the head (spearing)


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in every game


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NFHS Rules: Personal Fouls (continued)

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

part of the crosse was altered to gain an advantage

Use 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 or arm pads, etc)

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

with a punching blow Entering the field (either from a penalty or substitution on the fly) and

immediately body check a vulnerable opponent


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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


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NFHS Rules: Technical Fouls

The penalty for a technical foul shall be either a 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 crosse of an opponent Hold an opponent with his crosse Hold or pin an opponent’s crosse against the body of the

opponent with his crosse Hold an opponent with his free hand that is off the crosse


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A 3/4 Game does not equate

to the NCAA Championship


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NFHS Rules: Technical Fouls (continued)

Illegal Procedure Touching the ball with the hands (except the goalie) Illegal actions with crosse – a player shall not:

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

Crosse in face of opponent A player shall not push at, thrust or flick his crosse in the face of an 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 crosses 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


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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 his crosse rigid or extend his crosse 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 5 yards, or both players are within 5 yards of a loose ball


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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 (7th/8th Grade)


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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 themovement 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


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Do Not Run up the

Score in 3/4 Games


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Game Format

Each Association is responsible for the following at each home game: Game balls (including balls placed on the end lines) Scorers table with:

Game clock and penalty clock Score board Horn to end quarters and game Copy of the YLM Rules Variation Sheet and NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Book

CHILL Manager (see next two slides) Adult time keeper Adult score keeper Properly lined and marked fields Legally sized goals (6’ X 6’) with net

It is recommended that lighter goals be anchored to the ground Sanitation facilities and water - it is recommended that these services are provided in

the vicinity of the fields; due to varying resources this is not mandatory


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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


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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


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Additional CHILL Manager Responsibilities

CHILL Managers should enter scores into the YLM system after each game. While entering scores, CHILL Managers should note any special occurances: unsportsmanlike behavior, exceptionally sportsmanlike behavior, referee comments, etc.CHILL Managers may be asked to complete an online training session prior to the season. More information about that training session will be given at a later date.


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Game Format (continued)

Field Layout Standard NFHS field dimensions (see next slide) Cones placed at mid line and end lines For Bantam (3/4) fields, it is acceptable to play on a smaller (40 yard x 80 yard) field

with goals 60 yards apart Parents and other fans must be on the opposite side of the field from players/coaches

Game Traditions Pre-game Lineup

Starting players line up with their left sides toward the goal they are defending Referees explain any special ground rules Goalies shake hands Player 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


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Game Format (4) 12 minute quarters – running clock 1 timeout per half – 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 Change sides at the end of each quarter No overtime – games can end in a tie Face-offs begin each game Point Differential

4 point lead in a game – losing team has the option to continue facing off OR receive the ball on the offensive half of the face-off “X”

Face-offs will still take place at half-time and at quarters regardless of the point differential (exception man-down possession)


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Referees All referees are required to be certified and be at least High School Sophomores Referees shall understand and enforce the YLM modifications

to the NFHS Boys Lacrosse Rules Book A minimum of 2 officials are needed at all games For 2011, officials will be paid $35/game. Referee discretion

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

Anything that is directed by a player, with the intent to injure another player, is illegal

Officials control the game from the start – if in doubt, a penalty will be called Always err on the side of safety

Referees will be scheduled through Arbiter for the 2011 season. More information will be forthcoming from District Directors about referee pay procedures. Each district will hire one assigner for the season.


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in every game


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Penalty Enforcement (Lightning (5th/6th) & Junior (7th/8th) Divisions) Due to running time play, the scorer’s table will add 50% to all penalties

Example: 30 second penalty becomes a 45 second penalty Example: 1 minute penalty becomes a 1 minute and 30 second penalty

This includes all technical and personal penalties Non-releasable penalties include the following:

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

players, coaches or fans) Vicious personal fouls with intent to injure will be accessed as follows

Non-releasable Unsportsmanlike Conduct penalties will be enforced as follows: 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


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YLM Rules of Play Exceptions

The National Federation of State High School Associations Boys Lacrosse Rules Book and Youth Supplemental exceptions adopted by the US Lacrosse Youth Council shall govern all levels of play. YLM exceptions are noted below. No 20 second defensive count No 10 second offensive count Slashing

No stick checks to the body other than the gloved hand holding the crosse & ball No stick checks beyond 90 degrees

Emphasis on No One-handed Checks Even if contact isn’t made, a penalty will be enforced

Emphasis on No Take Out Checks Defined as checks in which the player lowers his head or shoulders with the force

and intent to take out (put on the ground) the other player Emphasis on Loose Ball Push

No pushing from behind


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YLM Rules of Play Exceptions (continued)

Game cancellations Any of the following: head coaches, time keeper and officials can decide if a

game should be canceled due to weather conditions It is the home team's responsibility to reschedule a canceled game

Interruption of Game If a game is interrupted due to events beyond the control of the responsible

authorities then, if the game can be restarted, it will run only until the time in which an uninterrupted game would have ended

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

YLM rules are posted on the YLM website and should be printed and at each

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Ejection Policy

Players or coaches who are ejected from a regular-season game will be suspended for the remainder of that game plus the next game.

Players or coaches who are ejected from the premises following the final horn of a game will be suspended for the next two games.

Players or coaches who are ejected during post-season play will be suspended for the remainder of the season.

Players or coaches who are ejected with less than one game left in the post-season will serve their suspension at the beginning of the following season, if applicable.


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in every game


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Bantam (3rd/4th) Division Rules of Play Exceptions

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: Two Pass Rule

The team with the ball will be required to complete two passes (anywhere in the field of play) before being allowed to take a shot on goal. The Referee holds up fingers to indicate the number of completed passes and yell out ONE PASS, TWO PASSES, ONE, TWO, or HOT

If the shooting team maintains possession following a missed shot, they will not have to make two more passes before they can shoot again. Possession changes when the defensive team controls the ball.

If a shot is taken after only one pass, the ball is awarded to the defensive team outside of the box.


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Bantam (3rd/4th) Division Rules of Play Exceptions

Alternating Possession If there is a “scrum” for a ground ball, the referee will begin to count out 10

seconds from the start of the “scrum”. If neither team gains possession during the 10 seconds, the referee will blow the whistle to stop play. He will then award the ball on alternating possessions at the point of the “scrum”. If it is inside the goal area, he will award the ball outside of the goal area. The visiting team will have first possession.

No Body Checking No offensive stalling rules No 4 second Goalkeeper count 3/4 players have to play man-down for 30 seconds for all penalties.


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Lightning (5th/6th) Division Rules of Play Exceptions

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: No Body Checking No offensive stalling rules Incidental Body Contact is acceptable

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

• Equal opposing pressure• Positional ground ball contact• Accidental collisions

It is the referee’s decision if contact was incidental – Safety First! Goalie Protection

Players are allowed to step in front of driving players in order to protect the goalie


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Junior (7th/8th) Division Rules of Play Exceptions

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

Body contact made by a player taking more than four steps (run up hit) is an illegal body check

Offensive stalling will not be enforced outside of final two minutes Final two minutes of play The team leading will be required to keep the ball in the box once entered -

referee signals this situation by calling “Keep it In!” Goalie Protection

Players are allowed to step in front of driving players in order to protect the goalie


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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.


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US Lacrosse: The Role of the Coach (continued)

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

She encourages and inspires her players, whatever their level of mastery, to strive to get better without threatening them. She is committed to becoming the best coach she can be and continually seeks to improve her 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 her opponents, recognizing that a worthy opponent will push her and her 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 her 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. Dishonoring the game is worse than defeat.


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YLM Discipline Policy

All disciplinary actions are to be initiated by the filing of an Incident Report on the form and in the manner specified on the 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.Players illegally playing down to any division will be ejected for the season and the team will be eliminated from any playoffs and ineligible for any titles or awards (rosters will be traded at the beginning of each game)


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YLM Coach Code of Conduct

As a member of US Lacrosse and a participant in Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota, I have read and understand the following conditions of participation: 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 our best OFFICIALS – show respect even if we disagree TEAMMATES – never do anything to embarrass our team SELF – live up to our 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 my players are of primary importance I must always be aware of the tremendous influence I have on my players and will

strive to be a positive role model


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YLM Coach Code of Conduct (continued)

YLM Coach Code of Conduct continued: I will demonstrate positive behaviors and reinforce them to my players, parents,

officials, and spectators I will demonstrate utmost respect for officials and reinforce that respect with my

players I will 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. I will familiarize myself with these channels prior to the onset of games

I 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 need to sign the YLM Coach Code of Conduct before they leave this meeting


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Certified Coaches

For the 2011 YLM Season, head coaches will be required to be YLM Certified Coaches. 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 Rules Interpretation Meeting Completion of the US Lacrosse Level 1 Online Training Course (1 time) Completion of YLM Coach Code of Conduct Background check (each association is required to perform the background checks)

Once all the above are completed, coaches will receive their YLM Coach’s badge to make them eligible to coach in the YLMA badged coach must be present with the team Failure to do so results in a forfeit of the game Badged coaches are not tied to a team -- if the coach is sick, you can get another

certified coach to stand in, even if an assistant coach (uncertified) runs the game


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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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Resources: Referee Signals – Procedural SignalsYLM


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# 1 Point of Emphasis

A parent of a 7/8A player should NEVER

second guess the team’s coaches


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Resources: Referee Signals – Technical FoulsYLM


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Resources: Referee Signals – Personal FoulsYLM

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Documents

ylm team

ylm operational guidelinesdo

balancedeach ylm association

ylm waiver form

advancement of lacrosse

advancement of youth

youth lacrosse of minnesotawww

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