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VIOLATIONS


SLASHING is called when a player:


strikes an opponent in any part of the body with stick.


swings his stick at opponent in a vicious or reckless manner regardless of whether contact is made or not.


Slashing is a personal foul and warrants a 1-3 minute penalty based on severity and perceived intent. Slashes to the head may result in a non-releasable foul at the discretion of the official.


Checks involving the head/neck are a 2 or 3 minute non-releasable foul, at the official’s discretion. Excessively violent violations may result in an ejection.


OFFICIALS SIGNALS


BEST PRACTICES


Youth coaches should focus on footwork first and then simple poke, slap and lift checks.


Defensive players should use shorter sticks to force good foot work. This includes games for U11 and below and in drills for U13/U15.


PERSPECTIVES


P Do not encourage overly aggressive checking during play or practice.


C Call fouls in practice to ensure your players learn proper technique and safe play.


O Keep things safe by calling a tighter game at the younger ages or to discourage overly aggressive play.


O Use the two- and three-minute slash call at your discretion when appropriate.


59 slashing ejection


FOULS STICK CHECKING


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